Agenda Profile: Rain Epler
Third reading of the Draft Act amending the Building Code and other Acts (acceleration of the deployment of renewable energy) (Bill 308 SE)
2024-05-28
15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
Political Position
The political position is strongly opposed to accelerating the development of renewable energy (wind and solar parks), viewing it as a flawed objective that squanders colossal amounts of taxpayer money. Furthermore, emphasis is placed on the corruption of the parliamentary system and the repression of other colleagues by the leadership. The framework is strongly value-based and critical of both the substance and the procedure of the policy.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the legislative procedure, criticizing the board's actions and referring to procedural matters. He/She is also familiar with renewable energy financing mechanisms, noting that developers seek access to funds collected through taxation. The expertise focuses on analyzing the draft bill's statement of concordance to highlight the disregard for proposals submitted by businesses.
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Rhetorical Style
The tone is critical and combative, opening with a sharp accusation regarding systemic corruption within parliament. Logical argumentation is employed, emphasizing the paradox that the developers' proposals were ignored despite their desire for taxpayer funding. The address concludes with a reflective appeal urging members of parliament to deliberate before the vote.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The main opposition is directed at the renewable energy development policy and the associated businesses, which are viewed as claimants of state budget funds. Strong and intensive criticism is also aimed at the Riigikogu Board for cronyism, systemic corruption, and repressing other colleagues when they raise procedural questions.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker positions himself as a critic exposing the board's injustice and repression, specifically referencing favored colleagues (Lauri Hussar). No willingness to cooperate with government structures is expressed; instead, other members of parliament are urged to vote against the measure.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on national energy policy and legislation, covering both offshore and shore-based wind farms. Specific regions, projects, or local communities are not highlighted.
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Economic Views
The economic views are strongly opposed to state subsidies and expenditures, especially concerning the development of renewable energy. It is emphasized that there is no need to promote wind or solar parks by spending "enormous sums of taxpayer money" to do so. Skepticism is expressed regarding the motives of entrepreneurs who seek state funding.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on opposing the Act amending the Building Code and other acts (308 SE), the purpose of which is to accelerate the deployment of renewable energy. The speaker is a strong opponent of the bill and hopes that it will not actually speed up development, considering that a good outcome.
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