By Years: Yoko Alender

It focuses broadly on national and international energy security (the Baltic states, the Continental European synchronous area). Regionally, Ida-Virumaa is mentioned in connection with the environmental impact of oil shale production, and emphasis is placed on the local benefit mechanism for communities living near wind farms. The Saarde region is cited as an example, where households receive 3,000 euros annually for the presence of the wind turbines.

The focus is primarily national (Estonian competitiveness, GDP) and pan-European (European Union energy targets, the climate network report). The regional focus is demonstrated by a specific example: a new solar and wind park in Western Estonia, emphasizing the importance of the local benefit mechanism for communities.