Agenda Profile: Yoko Alender
First Reading of the Draft Act amending the Protection of Ambient Air Act and other Acts (Transposition of Amendments to the Renewable Energy Directive) (697 SE)
2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
Political Position
The political focus is on the practical details of transposing the Renewable Energy Directive, specifically the issue of marketing timber harvested from conservation fellings. The approach is moderate and policy-explanatory, seeking confirmation for the information provided by officials. The discourse is clearly policy- and procedure-based.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise at the intersection of environmental and energy policy, specifically addressing the feasibility of utilizing and marketing timber derived from conservation felling as renewable energy. The speaker references their awareness of officials' standpoints and the detailed discussions that took place within the environmental committee.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, courteous, and procedural, addressing both the presiding officer and the minister with respect. The speech is logical and focuses on verifying facts and obtaining official confirmation, avoiding emotional or aggressive appeals.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is active in the legislative process, participating in the bill's discussions within the Environment Committee and submitting questions during the first reading. This pattern of activity demonstrates a commitment to resolving, during the plenary session, the inconsistencies that arose during the committee work.
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Opposition Stance
While there is no direct confrontation, the speaker raised concerns that some commission members had about the assurances provided by the officials. The criticism is aimed at resolving this uncertainty and verifying the facts, rather than targeting a political opponent.
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is open and seeks dialogue, addressing the minister directly to resolve the discrepancies that have arisen within the committee. This indicates active cooperation within the Environmental Committee and trust in the official confirmation.
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives favor the marketing and utilization as renewable energy of timber harvested during conservation activities. This indicates a desire to find a balance between environmental protection and the economic exploitation of resources.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on Draft Bill 697 SE, which concerns amendments to the Ambient Air Protection Act and the transposition of the Renewable Energy Directive. The speaker is taking a supportive role, seeking clarification and concentrating on the specifics of the law's implementation.
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