Agenda Profile: Tõnis Mölder
Interpellation concerning the construction of a nuclear power plant (No. 41)
2024-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
Political Position
The political focus is on national energy security and analyzing the deployment of nuclear energy. The speaker strongly urges the need to make decisions based on the state's interests, rather than submitting to the interests of a single private company. This position is policy- and results-based, focusing on the time-critical gap in energy production (15–20 years).
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of energy planning, referencing the timeline for the completion of a nuclear power plant (15–20 years) and using the specific term "dispatchable capacity." They are also aware of the nuclear working group's report and the plans for closing oil shale boilers. The necessity of a national analysis for a broader debate is emphasized.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, analytical, and expresses concern, addressing the Prime Minister respectfully. The speaker concentrates on logical arguments and political dilemmas, raising questions that underscore the time-critical nature and the consequences of the government’s decisions (the energy deficit). Emotional appeals are avoided; the focus remains strictly on political accountability.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The criticism focuses on a potential conflict of interest, where national energy decisions could be dictated by the interests of a single private company promoting nuclear power. Furthermore, the timing of the government's energy transition plans is being questioned, as it could lead to a shortage of dispatchable capacity.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker is open to national analysis and wider debate, deeming it essential. However, the prerequisite for cooperation is that decisions must be based on national interests, not private ones, which suggests a cautious approach. Direct cooperation with other political forces is not mentioned.
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Regional Focus
The focus is at the national level, addressing Estonian energy security and the feasibility of constructing a nuclear power plant in Estonia. Specific regional projects or communities are absent.
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Economic Views
Economic views stress the state's role in strategic energy decision-making, placing state interests above those of private enterprises. Concern arises regarding the long-term investment needed to secure dispatchable capacity, which is directly linked to the government's decision to close oil shale boilers.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is centered on the consequences stemming from the government's actions and decisions (the closure of oil shale boilers), demanding the compilation of a national analysis and the identification of a solution for interim energy supply. This constitutes an official inquiry (interpellation), which requires accountability and clear plans from the government.
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