Agenda Profile: Aleksei Jevgrafov
The Future of Energy
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
Political Position
The political focus is on the future of energy and continuing the use of oil shale through new technologies. The speaker is pressuring the government to investigate the feasibility of implementing CO2 capture technology, referencing the country’s long-term development strategy, "Eesti 2035." The approach is policy-driven and centered on finding solutions.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of energy technology, focusing on the technological and economic aspects of CO2 capture. He/She draws upon specific data (200–300 million euros) and quotes an academic authority (Professor Alar Konist of Tallinn University of Technology).
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal, consistent, and scrutinizing, posing a direct follow-up question to the minister. Logical argumentation is employed, citing both the minister's own previous statements and academic expertise, in order to establish accountability.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker's pattern of activity demonstrates systematic oversight, given that they refer precisely to a debate held a month ago and are raising a repeated question. This points to a sustained and rhythmic focus on the advancement of the energy issue within the Riigikogu.
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Opposition Stance
The confrontation is aimed at the minister, whose previous response (regarding the lack of technology) is deemed suspicious or insufficiently investigated. The criticism is rooted in policy and procedure, demanding more active investigation and progress from the minister.
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Collaboration Style
There is no data on cooperation or willingness to compromise with other political forces. The speaker acts more as a scrutinizer of the government's activities.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on national energy policy and power plants, which indirectly points, through the mention of oil shale, to the industrial region of Ida-Virumaa. No specific regional name or local projects are mentioned.
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Economic Views
Economic outlooks support significant state investments (in the range of 200–300 million euros) in new technologies. The objective is to ensure the sustainability and economic viability of existing energy production.
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Social Issues
There is no data on social issues.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on monitoring the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy, "Estonia 2035." The priority is the research and deployment of technological solutions (CO2 capture) within the energy sector.
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