Session Profile: Mario Kadastik
The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
2025-10-15
Political Position
The political focus is currently directed towards the transposition and implementation of EU energy directives, particularly concerning the regulation of Guarantees of Origin (GoOs) and electric vehicle charging infrastructure. The approach is policy- and detail-centric, emphasizing flexibility (certificates that can be split into fractions) and seeking to resolve regulatory rigidity (by making V2G charging voluntary). The speaker conveys Estonia's position regarding the abolition of ETS2, noting that it has garnered little international support.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in energy policy and technical regulations, especially concerning Guarantees of Origin, ETS2, and electric vehicle charging infrastructure. They focus on specifics, such as the technical requirements for V2G (vehicle-to-grid) charging and the awkward phrasing of the directive's wording. They utilize specific terminology (fractional Guarantees of Origin, bidirectional charging).
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, neutral, and procedural, focusing on the accurate conveyance of the economic commission's discussions and decisions. The speaker employs logical reporting, avoiding emotional appeals and concentrating instead on facts and procedural details (e.g., voting results: 7 votes in favor, 2 against).
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is an active member of the Economic Affairs Committee, participating in bill discussions (on October 6) and presenting reports to the plenary session. His/Her pattern of activity involves fulfilling the role of the representative of the lead committee and advancing the procedure.
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Opposition Stance
There is no direct confrontation; the speaker rather conveys various viewpoints, such as Estonia's wish regarding the cancellation of ETS2, which did not receive widespread support. The speaker also relays Mart Maastik's concern about the growth of bureaucracy.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker is collaborative, conveying questions and clarifications from colleagues (Aab, Sutt, Maastik) and highlighting decisions reached by consensus (the appointment of the lead committee representative). He/She also refers to negotiations between the Ministry of Climate, the EU Commission, and market participants aimed at finding improved wording.
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Regional Focus
The focus is primarily on international (EU directives) and national regulations. There is no regional focus, although regulations that directly pertain to apartment associations and private houses are mentioned.
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Economic Views
Economic viewpoints emphasize the need to reduce the regulatory burden, especially for small businesses (biomass certificates), although it is acknowledged that most of those affected are subsidiaries of larger corporate groups. It supports flexible verification methods and engages in negotiations related to the interests of market participants.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
Legislative focus centers on the transposition and implementation of EU energy directives, particularly the clarification of regulations governing electric vehicle charging infrastructure. The speaker is the rapporteur for the draft bill, responsible for the procedure on behalf of the lead committee, and is seeking to achieve improved wording via an amendment proposal.
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