By Months: Lauri Laats

The speaker demonstrates expertise in social statistics, citing specific OECD and Eurostat data (Estonia’s low pension replacement rate of 34%, and the 40% poverty risk among the elderly) as well as inflation figures (a 40% rise in food prices). Furthermore, they are familiar with the procedural details of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament), such as changing the agenda and proposed amendments.

The speaker demonstrates expertise in tax policy and its economic impact, citing projected revenue, the stagnation of the car market, and VAT losses. They also possess knowledge of comparative tax policy, providing examples of bank taxes and the reduction of VAT on foodstuffs in other European countries (Sweden, Poland, Lithuania). Furthermore, the speaker is familiar with transport safety regulations and the historical context of school lunch funding.

The proponent frequently utilizes statistics and data (e.g., Eurostat, Bank of Estonia, Financial Supervision Authority), referencing them to substantiate their claims, particularly regarding the relationship between healthcare accessibility and the assessment of tax change impacts. They emphasize the effect of regional infrastructure and the economic environment, and compare tax risk analyses using various sources (e.g., parliamentary inquiries, the impact of draft legislation). The expertise displayed lies heavily in connecting the financial and social spheres, with attention also paid to the issues surrounding youth employment and housing.

The expert analysis of economic and social policy issues is robust: precise figures are used (inflation 4.6%; food price growth 7.1%; 12.9% of the population foregoes medical care) and presented as arguments. Prominent topics include tax coordination, consumption taxes, the family and baby fund, healthcare funding, energy and ENMAK policy, and the sustainability of the green transition. International examples and European data are cited and utilized as a basis for criticism.

Energy and energy management (ENMAK, the limits of the green transition, oil shale, the CO2 market), economic and social issues (pensions, livelihood), and regional policy in the context of Ida-Virumaa. The texts refer to specific figures (14 billion, 2.6 billion, 11 bottlenecks) and the problems of ENMAK and the care reform as the main topics.

An expert related to the fields of energy and economy: uses ENMAK data, consumption vs. production volumes, and examples of grid capacity; refers to specific figures (e.g., 800 MW, 938 MW, 150 euros/MWh), global experience, and European examples; demonstrates strong technical and economic thinking on energy policy topics.

The speakers possess a noticeable depth of knowledge regarding economic and tax policy, as well as demography (e.g., the car tax, increases in VAT and income tax, energy taxes, and the impact of funding child benefits and pensions). They cite specific examples (the doctor's visit fee increased by over 300%, price hikes exceeding 40%) and address constitutional and parliamentary procedures (ERJK, special committees, and the issue of amending the Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act). Furthermore, questions concerning regional policy are also raised (the Ministry of Rural Affairs, regional committees).

The text repeatedly utilizes specific figures and technical aspects: the ENMAK development plan, the impact of Euribor, banks' return on equity, nuances of the tax system, state budget implications, and 2.6 billion euros allocated for offshore wind farm support. A comprehensive analysis of the energy and financial sectors is presented, which forms the basis for criticism of the current economic model. The need for a holistic view and the inclusion of expert opinions is stressed, particularly concerning issues like social intervention and potential gains.

The speaker demonstrates knowledge of energy security (Baltic cooperation, synchronization, oil shale usage, CO2 capture, dispatchable capacity, gas plants) as well as economic and financial nuances (2–3% of GDP costs for sick days, 49.3 million euros as the cost of systematized changes; the impact of the car tax and registration fees). He refers to specific discussions and figures, employing a discourse grounded in technical details (ENMAK, gas turbines, CO2 capture).