This study analyzes the reasons, factors and prerequisites for the development of digitalization processes in the energy industry in Russia. An overview of the Digitalization Strategy of the Russian industry, its priority goals and objectives is presented. Based on the analysis of the Energy Strategy of Russia until 2035, the main problems and threats to the development of the industry are highlighted. Among the tasks of digitalization of the energy industry in Russia, priorities are outlined: working with big data, increasing the efficiency of asset use, transforming the model of interaction with customers, optimizing the system of electricity management and distribution.