Agenda Profile: Anti Poolamets
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Organizing a referendum on the question of electricity production from oil shale" (581 OE)
2025-05-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
Political Position
The political stance focuses on the issue of energy security and underinvestment, stressing that the alleged reserve system is aging and unable to perform its function. The position expresses deep concern and targets the deficiencies of the existing system, utilizing a performance-based framework.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of financing constraints and investment cycles within the energy sector, referencing specific statements made by Eesti Energia CEO Durejko and the planned start date for investments (2027/2028). The technical term "borrowing capacity" is utilized, along with international examples (Spain, Portugal) in the context of energy crises.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is interrogative and concerned, focusing on logical arguments and facts (referencing Durejko's quote). A cautionary tone is employed to emphasize the serious threat of underinvestment, citing the poor situation in Spain and Portugal.
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Activity Patterns
There is not enough data.
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Opposition Stance
Criticism is directed at policies that have led to underinvestment and the aging of the reserve system. The opposition is policy-based, highlighting the system's shortcomings and citing the statement made by the head of Eesti Energia regarding investment restrictions.
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Collaboration Style
Insufficient data.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on national energy security and the aging of the Estonian system, but international comparisons (Spain and Portugal) are being used as cautionary examples.
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives emphasize that limited borrowing capacity is hindering large-scale investments (which are not expected to commence until 2027/2028), a factor critical for preventing the deterioration of energy infrastructure.
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Social Issues
There is insufficient data.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the functionality of the energy infrastructure and ensuring that the aging system does not trigger a crisis. This question was raised in connection with the draft bill concerning a referendum on the production of electricity from oil shale.
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