By Months: Mario Kadastik
Total Months: 10
Fully Profiled: 10
12.2024
1 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the Riigikogu's internal financial mechanisms, specifically the channeling of the remaining balance of expense allowances into the Riigikogu building's repair fund. This expertise focuses on the details of the legislative body's budget and internal financial management, leveraging the understanding that most members do not utilize the full extent of their allowances.
11.2024
3 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in both tax policy (the income tax hump, tax rates) and the field of detailed legislative procedure. They use specific data, citing the average salary (over 2000 euros) and the relative difference in tax rates (34%). Furthermore, they show thorough knowledge of the timeline for processing draft bill 466 and the regulation concerning the turnover threshold for vertical agreements.
10.2024
2 Speeches
The expertise is clearly evident in the field of legislative procedure and economic regulations, particularly concerning group exemptions for vertical integration and turnover thresholds. He addresses detailed technical aspects, such as the turnover levels of 3.2 million, 10 million, and 50 million euros, as well as the legal nuances surrounding hybrid solutions established by ministerial decree. Furthermore, the speaker is highly familiar with the Commission's previous practices and procedural specifics.
09.2024
20 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in legislative procedures and the technical details of energy policy, utilizing terms such as EIA, directive transposition, definition of storage, and marginal pricing market. He/She is capable of explaining complex legal nuances (e.g., the "jokk-scheme" [legal loophole/workaround] concerning storage) and references specific consumption data and support mechanisms (CFD, excise duty, network tariff).
06.2024
7 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates thorough expertise in the legislative process, providing detailed procedural reports on the handling of draft legislation (the Traffic Act, the Motor Insurance Act) and proposed amendments. They also possess deep knowledge of complex technological and scientific subjects, including the development of CERN technology, patents, and the regulatory timeline and security aspects of nuclear energy.
05.2024
50 Speeches
Demonstrates deep technical expertise in the fields of e-voting cryptography and auditability, nuclear energy (SMRs, operating costs, IAEA standards), and scientific innovation (CERN, ESA, intellectual property). Supports their positions with international reports (OSCE, UN Economic Commission for Europe) and detailed facts, emphasizing the uniqueness of Estonia's digital identity. Explains complex technological systems (e.g., the digital two-envelope system) and references international developments (Swedish and Finnish nuclear plans).
04.2024
13 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates profound technical expertise in the field of cybersecurity and cryptography, particularly concerning the technical validation of e-elections (the two-envelope system, code auditing). He/She possesses comprehensive knowledge of the energy sector, including nuclear energy (small modular reactors, waste management) and decarbonization schedules. The speaker supports their positions with detailed procedural and technical explanations, referencing relevant directives and established case law.
03.2024
31 Speeches
The high level of expertise is evident in the work of the Energy, Climate Policy, and Economics Commission. The individual employs technical terms such as "marginal cost," "decarbonization," "CO2 quota," and "climate crisis," while clarifying complex interdependencies (e.g., comparing the effects of methane and CO2). Furthermore, they demonstrate detailed knowledge of the substance of the draft legislation, particularly regarding the definition of biofuel and the conditions under which Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) may be waived.
02.2024
1 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates a strong grasp of legislative procedure and is capable of providing detailed summaries of technical discussions regarding the energy market, security of supply, strategic reserves, and the administrative costs associated with LNG infrastructure. He/She is able to convey complex explanations originating from ministry officials (Rein Vaks, Karin Maria Lehtmets), demonstrating competence in synthesizing the subject matter.
01.2024
1 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in science policy and funding mechanisms, employing technical terms such as "base financing" and "R&D funding." They refer to a specific statistic (approximately 16% of allocated funding) and understand the relationship between long-term projects and the running costs of institutions (electricity, heating). The expertise focuses specifically on structural deficiencies within science funding.