Session Profile: Aleksei Jevgrafov
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
2025-05-13
Political Position
The political focus is heavily geared towards preserving the oil shale sector and supporting the deployment of CO2 capture technology (CCS). The speaker is opposed to the government’s priorities, particularly regarding the massive investments allocated to offshore wind farms. This position is strongly policy- and performance-based, emphasizing the economic and social necessity of saving the existing industry.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of energy technology by referencing specific CO2 capture technologies and their associated investment costs. Technical references are employed (the Narva power plant invention, Professor Alar Konist), and comparative financial figures (€200–300 million) are presented to substantiate their position.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is direct, confrontational, and accusatory, posing pointed questions to the presenter regarding the inaction of both the coalition and the Social Democrats. The text utilizes both logical arguments (cost comparisons, expert references) and emotional appeals, emphasizing the severity of the social consequences, such as unemployment and rising heating costs. The overall tone is urgent and critical.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The main opponents are coalition politicians and the Social Democratic Party (SDE), who are blamed for the decline of the oil shale sector. The criticism is intense and is aimed at political inaction (specifically, the failure to implement CCS), directly linking SDE policy to the worsening problems faced by Narva residents. Opposition was also voiced against the actions of Narva Mayor Katri Raik, which were deemed contradictory to her party position.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is strongly regional, centering on the socio-economic issues facing Ida-Virumaa and Narva. Emphasis is placed on the vital role of the oil shale sector in securing local employment and maintaining low energy prices. Specifically, the high unemployment rate in the area and the threefold increase in heating costs are brought to the fore.
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives advocate for maintaining the existing industry via targeted, cost-effective investments (CCS), which are significantly cheaper than the offshore wind farms proposed by the government. Emphasis is placed on the crucial importance of job retention and low energy and heating prices, thereby prioritizing industrial interests and social stability.
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Social Issues
The social problems discussed include the high unemployment rate in Ida-Viru County and the dramatic increase in heating costs, both of which are directly linked to the decline of the oil shale sector. The focus is placed on socio-economic security and controlling the cost of living, connecting these issues directly to choices made in energy policy.
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Legislative Focus
There is no direct legislative focus, but the emphasis is on criticizing the government's investment decisions and the direction of its energy policy. The goal is to compel the government to shift its priorities to implement CO2 capture technology and save the oil shale sector, instead of supporting offshore wind farm projects.
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