Session Profile: Helle-Moonika Helme
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
2025-03-24
Political Position
The political position is strongly opposed to subsidies for the green transition and renewable energy, which are considered unscientific and ideological. The speaker advocates returning to oil shale energy in order to prevent high electricity bills for consumers and unnecessary grid investments. A crucial priority is directing state investments toward family policy, rather than guaranteeing profits for the business sector.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the structure of the electricity bill, differentiating between the price of electricity, grid fees, and the renewable energy charge. Technical terms such as "intermittent power" (or "non-dispatchable electricity") and "oil shale energy" are used, and the necessity of grid investments related to renewable energy production is analyzed.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is confrontational and critical, employing strong judgments (e.g., "unscientific green transition narrative," "under the shadow of dreadful wind turbines"). The appeals are a blend of economic logic (the absence of a market economy) and a value-based emphasis, pitting business sector revenue against family policy.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
There is insufficient data regarding the frequency or rhythm, as the analysis is based on only two talks held on a single date.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The main targets of criticism are renewable energy developers and the state policies that offer them guaranteed revenue at the taxpayer's expense. The criticism is intense, accusing opponents of violating the principles of the market economy and engaging in ideological activity.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
There is no data regarding cooperation, compromises, or cross-party activity, as the speeches primarily consist of critical statements and responses directed at colleagues.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is on national policies, particularly energy policy and family policy. No specific regional emphasis or mention of local projects has been highlighted.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
The economic perspectives emphasize the principles of the free market and oppose government subsidies for the business sector, particularly for renewable energy, labeling such support a non-market scheme. It advocates for redirecting billions in investments away from infrastructure and toward social policy and family support.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
Family policy is a central theme in social policy, and it is regarded as a genuine national investment in the future. It is stressed that the state should allocate grants primarily to families, mothers, and children, rather than to the business sector.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The main legislative focus is opposing and demanding amendments to existing laws concerning renewable energy and grid development. The objective is to stop making expensive investments into a grid that accommodates intermittent power, thereby reducing consumer costs.
2 Speeches Analyzed