By Plenary Sessions: Rain Epler

Total Sessions: 11

Fully Profiled: 11

2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the urban planning concept known as "15-minute cities," highlighting both the historical (Industrial Revolution) and contemporary (China) contexts. They delve into technical details, inquiring about distance parameters, the distinctions between surface area and volume, and also referencing the 300-meter proximity parameter.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.
The speaker demonstrates detailed technical knowledge in the energy sector, addressing the costs associated with grid connections for offshore and onshore wind farms (360 million euros) and the construction of the fourth Estonia-Latvia interconnection. He/She is familiar with the financing plans of the system operator (Elering) and the European regulatory framework governing the use of bottleneck fees (congestion charges). The speaker specifically references answers given during Riigikogu committee sessions and the names of officials (Kasemets, Vaks).
2024-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The expertise concerns the procedures of state administration and the risk that discussions held at the official level may not necessarily lead to tangible results. The insights relate to the dynamics of committee work and the decision-making process, specifically addressing the question of whether discussions translate into action.
2024-03-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The presenter demonstrates knowledge of parliamentary procedure (specifically the timing of interpellations) and judicial processes, inquiring directly about misdemeanor proceedings and the activities of the State Prosecutor's Office. Technical terminology, such as "judicial procedural law" and "misdemeanor procedure," is employed to probe the sources of the opponent's expertise.
2024-03-12
15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of European political systems, particularly regarding restrictions on referendums in Germany and the culture of protest in France. They are familiar with the legislative details of security checks and background screening for officials, employing terms like "clearance forever" and "legal loophole." The speaker uses historical analysis to explain the link between restrictions and public dissatisfaction, arguing that imposing limits causes the kettle to boil over.
2024-03-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
Demonstrates expertise in the operational procedures of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament), particularly concerning the deadlines for processing interpellations and the preparation of the agenda. Specific numerical data is utilized to support economic arguments, including calculations for average wages and child benefits, while differentiating between the salary level in Võru County and the national average. Furthermore, knowledge regarding the impact of the proposed car tax on various societal groups and the ideological ramifications of the green transition is evident.
2024-03-07
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates deep expertise in the fields of energy and infrastructure, utilizing specific terminology (LCOE, FCOE, EROI, congestion fee). He supports his arguments with data and international examples, comparing electricity prices in France and Germany, as well as US subsidization. The expertise covers both the costs of energy production and the technical details of grid connections (e.g., capacity differences in the Estonia-Latvia interconnector).
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in energy sector financing schemes, comparing the compensation/subsidy models for fossil, nuclear, and renewable energy, and calling for a legal framework to guarantee decommissioning liability. They use specific terminology such as "CO2 charge," "waste management fund," and "payroll optimization." Furthermore, they are familiar with international tax treaties and the financial forecasts of the Health Insurance Fund.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing
The speaker demonstrates expertise in energy policy, highlighting the problem of dispatchable capacity and linking renewable energy to higher prices. To support their arguments, they use specific historical examples, referring to France's Mesmer plan for the construction of nuclear power plants. They are also familiar with previous domestic debates concerning the affordability component of electricity prices.
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in energy policy, serving as the head of the nuclear energy support group. He employs technical arguments concerning energy security (gas dependency, supply chains) and economic viability (nuclear energy versus renewables paired with storage). Additionally, he touches upon issues related to educational infrastructure and demographic planning, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive geographical coverage.
2024-03-04
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates detailed knowledge in the fields of banking and taxation, particularly concerning the concept of the extraordinary bank tax, drawing comparisons with banking practices in Lithuania and Sweden. Furthermore, the speaker exhibits knowledge of Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) procedures, highlighting the necessity of both good acoustics and remaining focused on the topic. Economic arguments are substantiated with references to the dynamics of interest rate levels and deposit interest rates.