Agenda Profile: Helle-Moonika Helme
Inquiry regarding the impacts and regulations of wind energy development in Estonia (no 749)
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
Political Position
The political stance is strongly opposed to the European green ideology and the associated construction of wind farms in Estonia. The speaker emphasizes that the current development is detrimental to health, citing links between low-frequency noise and cardiovascular health. The position is value-based and critical of current policy, calling into question the reliability of official studies.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of low-frequency noise, vibration, and the potential health effects associated with wind turbines. They rely on a specific 2021 study conducted by Taiwanese researchers, which examines the link between noise and cardiovascular health. Furthermore, they cite technical references concerning the exceeding of limits recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO).
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is skeptical and confrontational, calling into question the credibility of explanations offered by both European studies and the Estonian Health Board. Both logical arguments are employed (referencing studies and limitations) and emotional emphasis (getting people agitated/on their nerves). The tone is demanding, posing a direct question to the minister about the sources of the scientific research being utilized.
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Activity Patterns
There is not enough data.
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Opposition Stance
The primary targets of criticism are the proponents of the European green ideology, who are accused of conducting biased research, along with the Estonian Health Board and the minister. The criticism is intense and centers on the reliability of the scientific data underpinning the policy. Separately, criticism is directed at the statement made by family doctor Piret Rospu, which allegedly attempts to silence public concerns.
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Collaboration Style
Insufficient data.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on international scientific studies (Taiwan, Europe) and their application in Estonian national regulation. The necessity of utilizing research from other parts of the world is emphasized to ensure objective evaluation.
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Economic Views
Insufficient data.
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Social Issues
The primary social issue is the impact of wind farms on public health, particularly the heart health problems arising from low-frequency noise. Emphasis is placed on citizens' right to quiet and the alleged disregard for these concerning health damages.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on holding the government accountable and improving the quality of the scientific research underlying the regulations. The speaker demands that the minister also use scientific research from the rest of the world when assessing the impacts of wind energy. This is a demand, presented in the context of the inquiry, to change the scientific basis.
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