Session Profile: Kalle Grünthal
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
2025-04-24
Political Position
The political focus is on the risks and inadequate regulation of wind energy (wind turbines), emphasizing threats to both energy security and public health. Strong criticism is leveled against the current system, which fails to guarantee sufficient reserve capacity and conceals health impacts. The discussion is primarily policy- and performance-based, focusing on the system’s inefficiency and costs.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates technical expertise in the fields of energy and detrimental health effects, employing terminology such as thermal power plant efficiency, infrasound frequency, accreditation, and pulsating sound. Specific data is referenced (e.g., WHO guideline 2018, heart rate 4–5 Hz), along with statements made by officials, which points to thorough preparatory work on the subject.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is critical, questioning, and concerned, focusing on logical and technical arguments (e.g., the lack of reserve capacity). Accusations of concealing information are used ("it is being hidden very diligently"), and direct, detailed questions are posed, demanding concrete answers.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
Not enough data.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The criticism is directed at ministry officials (Aive Telling) and the former minister (Riina Sikkut). They are accused of lacking knowledge regarding the harmful effects of the wind turbines and failing to possess the necessary equipment and accreditations required for effective state control. The opposition is procedural and political, underscoring a significant regulatory failure.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
Not enough data.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The regional focus is closely linked to the Saarde wind farm, where the objectivity of the measurements is being called into question due to inadequate measuring instruments. The overarching theme, however, is national energy and healthcare policy.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
Economic perspectives emphasize the reliability and cost-efficiency of energy production. Criticism is directed at the low efficiency and high maintenance costs associated with reserve capacity (thermal power plants), which negatively impact the overall growth of energy prices.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
The social focus is heavily directed towards public health, particularly the investigation and concealment of adverse health effects stemming from wind turbines. Reference is made to a WHO guideline that lists health problems ranging from sleep disorders to heart failure, emphasizing the impact of pulsating noise on the human organism.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently directed towards addressing deficiencies in state control and regulatory oversight. This necessitates the use of accredited personnel and calibrated equipment when conducting state inspections. The ultimate objective is to ensure the rigorous enforcement of existing regulations and the provision of objective measurement.
3 Speeches Analyzed