Session Profile: Aivar Kokk
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
2025-02-12
Political Position
The speaker takes a clear stance on the issues of Estonian energy independence and security, strongly criticizing reliance solely on wind and solar energy as an insufficient solution. They support biomass-based energy production, especially the use of wood chips and pellets for electricity generation, emphasizing the potential of the Estonian forestry sector. These positions are clearly policy-driven and based on energy security arguments.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
Shows deep knowledge of the energy sector, presenting specific technical data such as the cost price of production at the Auvere power plant (48.4 euros/MWh) and CO2 quota prices (90 euros). Demonstrates a solid understanding of the cost structure of electricity generation, including environmental fees and ash disposal. Consistently uses statistical data to support their arguments.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
It employs an analytical approach focused on factual inquiries, providing specific figures and data. The rhetoric is direct and challenging, particularly when scrutinizing the Prime Minister's assertions. It balances logical arguments with emotional appeals concerning energy security. The style is relatively formal and technically detailed.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The speeches will take place over the course of one day (February 12, 2025) during the plenary session of the V Session of the XV Riigikogu. This demonstrates active participation in energy matters, consistently raising questions and seeking clarification. References are made to media publications (Postimees, February 7), indicating regular monitoring of public debate.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
It directly criticizes the Prime Minister's positions and calculations on energy policy, especially regarding the production price of oil shale electricity. The opposition is clearly policy-centric, focusing on disputing the factual data. It also offers a more general critique of the current energy policy, which has led Estonia into energy dependence.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
Given the limited data, the style of collaboration cannot be clearly defined.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The text strongly focuses on Estonia's national energy issues, specifically citing the Auvere power plant as a local production unit. It highlights the potential of the Estonian forestry sector and pellet production as key domestic resources. The clear emphasis is on achieving national energy independence.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
It supports the economic utilization of local resources (biomass, wood chips, pellets) within the energy sector. It criticizes the dependence on energy imports from an economic standpoint. It emphasizes the necessity of competitive electricity generation and expresses concern regarding energy prices, comparing various production methods based on their cost-effectiveness.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
Based on the limited data, there is insufficient information.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
Focuses on energy policy issues, particularly the promotion of biomass-based energy production in oil shale boilers. Demonstrates interest in specific technical solutions, such as the 50% utilization of biomass in Auvere. The focus is on the legislative aspects of energy security and independence.
5 Speeches Analyzed