Agenda Profile: Evelin Poolamets
Inquiry regarding the impacts and regulations of wind energy development in Estonia (no 749)
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
Political Position
The political stance is firmly opposed to the current regulatory framework governing wind energy development, arguing that it is fragmented, opaque, and justifiably generates public distrust. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of establishing reliable national standards and obtaining scientific data to safeguard the health and living environment of local residents. The primary focus is a strong critique of the government's actions and policies (specifically, the absence of adequate regulations).
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and legislation, highlighting specific deficiencies within the national monitoring mechanism. Particular emphasis is placed on the lack of methodology in Estonia for assessing cumulative impact and modeling low-frequency noise and vibration. Technical language is employed, referencing legal acts and the role of scientists.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, critical, and insistent, emphasizing justified suspicion and a lack of transparency. Logical and procedural arguments are employed, focusing on deficiencies within the legal framework and the silence of the governmental agencies. The speaker demands clear and substantive answers, rather than a mere reference to regulations.
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Activity Patterns
The MP is actively involved in parliamentary oversight, having submitted an interpellation to the Minister concerning wind energy regulations and their impacts. This demonstrates a regular pattern of exercising opposition control within the Riigikogu.
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Opposition Stance
The main criticism is directed at the government and the ministry (Minister Andres Sutt), who are accused of lacking domestic regulations and engaging in opaque planning practices. Specifically, the ministry is criticized for referencing a guide compiled by a private company (OÜ) instead of an actual legal act—a guide which has not been approved by the Riigikogu (Parliament). The criticism is both procedural and political.
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Collaboration Style
Not enough data
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Regional Focus
The emphasis is on protecting local residents and their living environment ("local person," "in one's own home region"), which points to a strong regional focus. At the same time, solutions and reliable answers are demanded at the national level (Estonian scientists, laws, and agencies).
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Economic Views
Not enough data
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Social Issues
The primary social issue is the protection of local residents’ health, domestic tranquility, and living environment, all of which are jeopardized by the development of wind farms. This is linked to the demand for trust and transparency in public governance and the right to receive reliable information.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on strengthening the legal and scientific framework for assessing the impact of wind farms. The speaker calls for the creation of domestic legislation and the establishment of monitoring mechanisms, questioning the legal status of the guidelines utilized by the ministry.
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