Abstract <p>Analysis of the existing structure and parameters of energy and fuel consumption in the Arctic Zone of Krasnoyarsk krai has made it possible to identify important features of the energy supply of this territory. The Arctic Zone of the region is predominantly inhabited by an urban population, 88% of its inhabitants. The majority of the population is concentrated in Norilsk, where energy supply relies on local resources and is associated with the extraction and processing of nonferrous and precious metal ores. In the Arctic Zone of the region, a large technologically isolated energy system has been formed with thermal power plants and hydroelectric power plants, power transmission lines and a gas pipeline. Power in remote and hard-to-reach areas, where mainly rural populations live, is supplied by diesel power plants. Small boiler houses operate in these areas, supplying thermal energy to social facilities: schools, hospitals, and kindergartens. Prospects for the development of the Arctic Zone of Krasnoyarsk krai are associated with projects for the development of mineral resources. The implementation of projects requires the expansion of energy infrastructure, which will become an impetus for development of not only the industrial complex, but also the social environment. The analysis showed a change in the structure of generating capacities to ensure both production processes and comfortable living conditions for the population. For remote, hard-to-reach areas, the scale of wind turbine use has been assessed and the best areas for their placement have been identified. The study has made the socioeconomic and environmental assessment of the current state of energy in the Arctic Zone of Krasnoyarsk krai and possible consequences of implementing future projects.</p>