The article presents the retrospective view on the development of strategic planning and forecasting for domestic energy growth starting from the early 1960-s until now. System researches methodologies in the energy industry, programs and plans developed for the industry, and Russian energy strategies for different periods are reviewed. The paper analyzes and highlights results achieved as well as challenges and drawbacks as regards the strategic planning of Russian energy complex development.

Key words: Russian energy industry, Fuel and Energy Complex, strategic planning, energy strategies, forecasts.