Agenda Profile: Mihkel Lees
The first reading of the draft resolution (569 OE) of the Riigikogu, "Proposal to the Government of the Republic to temporarily suspend the processing of all planning procedures related to wind farms, with a deferral until the establishment of an up-to-date methodology for infrasound measurements and the setting of limit values for sound pressure levels."
2025-04-09
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
Political Position
The speaker takes seriously the safeguarding of people's health but opposes the view that wind turbines have a proven long-term negative health impact. This stance is strongly policy- and evidence-based, relying on scientific research compiled by the Health Board. The speaker calls into question the claims underlying the draft bill, citing the lack of a scientific connection.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the health impacts of wind farms, referencing scientific studies and a summary compiled on the Health Board's website. They emphasize that scientific research does not support a direct correlation between wind farms and long-term health effects. They also point to the existence of international studies.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is analytical and provocative, starting with a polite concession on the topic of health. It utilizes a logical appeal, drawing upon official scientific data, and concludes with a sharp political rhetorical question that accuses opponents of deliberately stirring up public anxiety.
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Activity Patterns
Data is scarce.
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Opposition Stance
The primary criticism is aimed at EKRE, who are accused of spreading baseless claims and deliberately stirring up public anxiety, which could potentially be the cause of actual disturbances. The criticism is intense and addresses both political accountability and the substance of the claims, calling their motives into question.
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Collaboration Style
Demonstrates courtesy and a willingness to agree with the server on a general value issue (maintaining health), but subsequently remains uncompromising regarding the facts. The style of interaction is more of an analytical debate than a search for compromise.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on the disturbances described by the people of Estonia and the national scientific consensus; there are no references to specific regions or local projects.
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Economic Views
Data is scarce.
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Social Issues
It addresses human health and sleep disorders as a social issue, emphasizing the need to rely on scientific consensus rather than unsubstantiated claims. Furthermore, it prioritizes an evidence-based approach in public health matters.
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Legislative Focus
The speaker opposes Draft Bill 569 OE, as they cast doubt on the underlying premise concerning the proven health impacts of wind farms. The objective is to overturn the necessity of the resolution, relying on data provided by the Health Board.
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