Agenda Profile: Kersti Sarapuu
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 centers on the future of the oil shale energy sector, stressing the necessity of balancing high electricity expenses against the reduction of the CO2 footprint and the generation of valuable by-products. The speaker offers moderate support for the continued use of oil shale, contingent upon the implementation of its full technological potential, which, in their view, is self-justifying. The position is heavily rooted in political and economic considerations.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the technical aspects of oil shale power generation, mentioning the reduction of the CO2 footprint and the production of by-products (e.g., in medicine and household chemicals). When justifying their positions, they rely on previous consultations with scientists within the faction.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is interrogative and analytical, posing a detailed question to the presenter regarding the complex economic balance. The speaker employs formal language and relies on logical argumentation to justify their premise concerning the legitimacy of using oil shale.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
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Collaboration Style
The speaker demonstrates readiness for cooperation by actively participating in the debate through asking a question. He/She also refers to intra-factional cooperation and consultation with scientists that took place a few years ago.
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
Economic positions stress the need for a cost-revenue balance within the energy sector, recognizing the high price of fuel and electricity derived from oil shale. Support is given to investments in technology that enables the extraction of by-products (such as household chemicals and medical supplies), thereby providing economic justification for otherwise high production costs.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently directed towards the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) draft resolution, "Organizing a Referendum on the Issue of Electricity Production from Oil Shale" (581 DR). The speaker is actively participating in the first reading, posing substantive questions regarding the economic and environmental justification of the draft.
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