Agenda Profile: Arvo Aller
Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (568 SE) - First Reading
2025-03-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
Political Position
The speaker supports the proposed draft bill (568 SE) as reasonable, but questions whether renewable energy is truly inexpensive if consumers are forced to cover the cost of additional investments in high-voltage lines. They shift the focus to policy efficiency and the transparency of hidden costs, stressing that the current system is only seemingly affordable. Their political stance leans toward a market-based approach, demanding the elimination of subsidies.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the energy sector's infrastructure and economics, specifically referencing the construction of high-voltage lines and the distance of transmission lines from intermittent energy generation sites. They use technical terms such as "electricity grid transmission lines" and "additional investment," and analyze the transfer of costs to the consumer.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is analytical and constructively critical. It begins with an expression of support ('A very reasonable bill'), but quickly shifts focus to economic matters. The speaker presents their position in the form of a question and a proposed amendment, concentrating on logical arguments and economic efficiency.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
There is no direct confrontation or personal criticism, but the speaker challenges the general narrative regarding the low cost of renewable energy (especially wind power). The criticism is aimed at policies that permit subsidies and conceal infrastructure costs from the consumer.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker is open to collaboration, addressing the rapporteur and presenting his critique in the form of a question and a proposed amendment to supplement the draft bill. He wishes to connect his proposal (the abolition of subsidies for solar energy) with the draft bill currently under consideration.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on national energy policy, issues concerning the development of electricity grid infrastructure, and consumer costs. There are no references to specific regional interests or local projects.
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Economic Views
The speaker advocates for the independence of renewable energy producers and a market-based approach, calling for the elimination of subsidies for both solar and wind energy. He/She is critical of hidden infrastructure costs that burden consumers, preferring transparent and efficient economic management.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The primary legislative focus is the draft Act amending the Electricity Market Act (568 SE). The speaker supports the draft but intends to supplement it with a specific amendment proposal regarding the elimination of subsidies for all renewable energy producers.
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