Agenda Profile: Evelin Poolamets
Inquiry regarding the economic sustainability of wind energy and international experiences in shaping Estonia’s energy policy (no. 763)
2025-06-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Political Position
The political focus is directed towards the economic sustainability of wind energy projects and mitigating the state's financial risks. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of preventing price speculation and the misuse of state subsidies. The approach is rather policy- and results-driven, demanding clear accountability mechanisms from the government in situations where developers withdraw from projects.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the financial management and risk assessment of wind projects, focusing specifically on controlling the activities of the developers. Specific terminology is employed, such as price speculation, misuse of subsidies, and economic unprofitability. This points to concerns regarding the financial safeguarding of the state and the actual long-term viability of the projects.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, direct, and focused on questioning, addressing the esteemed presiding officer and the Minister. The tone is probing and demanding, centering on logical and procedural mechanisms of accountability. Emotional or narrative elements are absent; the emphasis is placed solely on political accountability.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The opposition is directed against the government's inaction or its inadequate mechanisms for overseeing wind project developers. The criticism is policy-based, demanding accountability for state subsidies and the prevention of economic damage. The attacks are aimed at systemic shortcomings, not individuals.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is on broad national energy policy issues and wind projects. There is no regional or local emphasis; the topic is instead addressed at the level of national economic responsibility.
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Economic Views
Economic views emphasize strict financial discipline and the mitigation of state financial risks in large-scale projects. The speaker is concerned about price speculation and the misuse of subsidies, advocating for responsible regulation and the protection of state funds.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is directed toward creating new control and accountability mechanisms to regulate the activities of wind energy developers. The priority is to ensure that the state is protected from economic damage and the misuse of subsidies in the energy sector.
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