Agenda Profile: Aivar Kokk
Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (556 SE) – third reading
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
Political Position
The speaker vehemently opposes the amendments to the Electricity Market Act, stressing the importance of Estonia's energy independence and criticizing the pan-European approach. They support dispatchable electricity generation based on oil shale until new solutions are found, opposing the transition to renewable energy without viable alternatives. On behalf of the Isamaa party, the speaker refuses to support the draft legislation, justifying this by citing its hostility towards the public and enterprises.
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Topic Expertise
Shows profound knowledge of the energy sector, citing specific figures (oil shale production cost of 49.3 euros/MWh versus 150 euros/MWh), the magnitude of CO2 charges (50 million per month), and technical details concerning grid connections. Demonstrates expertise in the history of energy policy, mentioning the 2017 decisions regarding wind farms and the expiration of renewable energy fees in 2025.
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Rhetorical Style
It uses an emotional and combative tone, combining it with specific data. It employs figurative comparisons ("take away the electricity from home for a week") and irony directed at the head of Elering. The overall tone is critical and direct, utilizing vernacular expressions ("for God's sake") and rhetorical questions to strengthen the argumentation.
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Activity Patterns
The speeches refer to the consistent monitoring of energy policy, mentioning media broadcasts from early April and repeated statements made previously. This demonstrates regular participation in parliament and a sustained focus on energy issues. It also shows a systematic approach to tracking policymaking.
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Opposition Stance
He sharply criticizes Kalle Kilk, the head of Elering, accusing him of disregarding Estonian interests and submitting to pan-European plans. He opposes the Economic Committee, accusing them of overlooking crucial aspects concerning private households. He criticizes the government's energy policy as being hostile to the populace and detrimental to the economy.
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Collaboration Style
Limited information regarding cooperation. Mentions "good friends in the Economic Committee," but simultaneously criticizes their work. Shows agreement with one co-speaker concerning the technical university's research base, but overall, opposition dominates over cooperation.
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Regional Focus
The text strongly focuses on Estonia's national interests, specifically mentioning Narva (CO2 capture) and stressing the necessity of Estonian energy independence. It criticizes the building of external interconnections that stem not from Estonia's own vital needs, but from pan-European plans.
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Economic Views
It strongly advocates for protecting end-consumers from energy costs, criticizing the practice of "taking billions out of the pockets of end-consumers." It opposes electricity generation driven by CO2 charges, stressing their negative impact on the economy. It expresses concern over the ongoing economic decline and links this to energy policy decisions.
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Social Issues
There is not enough data.
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Legislative Focus
The focus is on amendments to the Electricity Market Act. It partially supports fining companies for failing to commission capacities, but opposes requirements being imposed on private households. It emphasizes the necessity of protecting small consumers (private homes, apartment associations) from new obligations related to connecting solar parks.
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