By Plenary Sessions: Yoko Alender
Total Sessions: 14
Fully Profiled: 14
2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The style of cooperation is open and consensus-driven, emphasizing the committee's joint decisions when processing the draft legislation and concluding the first reading. The speaker supports continued engagement, recommending the involvement of other interest groups and local authorities during the procedure. He/She works closely with the minister and officials.
2025-09-23
15th Riigikogu, 6th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates a readiness for cooperation by working closely with the Minister and officials from the Circular Economy Department during the preparation and discussion of the draft legislation. Their role is to convey the committee's consensus positions and decisions, which indicates a procedural and consensus-based approach to lawmaking.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
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2025-06-16
XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker notes that the necessity of separate collection is agreed upon "across the aisle," signaling a willingness to reach consensus on fundamental issues. The readiness to cooperate in the committee to refine the details is also emphasized ("if there are details we can make better in the committee, we will certainly do so").
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The collaboration style is very open and consensual, emphasizing the involvement of experts (researchers, dentists, specialists) and officials to find the best solutions. The speaker commends the good will of the parties and the consensual decision reached to support all proposed amendments.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Operates systematically within the committee, substantively considering the amendment proposals of other Riigikogu members (Priit Sibul). Consults with the Ministry of Climate and the Chancellor of Justice to achieve legal clarity, and emphasizes the need for cooperation with the Economic Affairs Committee on energy issues.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker is focused on defending and clarifying the actions of the government and the Ministry of Climate, suggesting a supportive role within the coalition. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of establishing a reliable foundation and clarity in the legislation, based on the work of scientists, specifically to mitigate disputes regarding percentages.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
It is highlighted that cooperation between the opposition and the coalition is possible, provided reasonable proposals are put forward, and this is brought up as a positive example. Furthermore, emphasis is placed on the Estonian state's exceptionally good and exemplary cooperation with hunters and hunting associations within the European context.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker emphasizes international cooperation (Latvia, Lithuania, Poland) and the joint synchronization effort, which began in Europe 15 years ago. Furthermore, the former chairman of the Economic Affairs Committee, Jaak Aab, is recognized for his insightful speech, demonstrating a willingness to acknowledge good work across party lines.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker emphasized the importance of long-term, inter-institutional cooperation, commending Elering and its CEO, Kalle Kilk, for the seamless execution of the desynchronization process. Recognition was also given to former Prime Minister Andrus Ansip as the first person in Europe to sign an agreement paving the way for this step.
2024-06-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, additional plenary session
The style of cooperation is consensual and inclusive, stressing that numerous parties and stakeholders have been involved in the process. The speaker confirms that the lengthy negotiations with the Ministry of Climate concerning the transfer of responsibilities have concluded with satisfactory agreements. He/She recognizes everyone who contributed to achieving this goal throughout this long journey.
2024-04-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker praises the Ministry of Climate and Kaja Kallas’s government for their consistent and excellent work in advancing the green reform and developing renewable energy. Future steps (such as the legal framework for nuclear energy) are planned to be taken in cooperation with experts, communities, and the Riigikogu, emphasizing a knowledge-based approach.
2024-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The style of cooperation is respectful and constructive, acknowledging the minister's work while actively seeking the ministry's contribution to attract new industries. The objective is to find common solutions for achieving political goals.
2024-03-07
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third sitting, plenary session
The style of cooperation is open, seeking knowledge from both experts and colleagues, referring, for example, to the historical retrospective provided by a colleague from Isamaa. Emphasis is placed on the need for cross-party ambition regarding the future of Estonia, and the extensive experience of the colleague being interviewed is acknowledged.