Agenda Profile: Urve Tiidus

Debate on the matter of national importance, "The Future of Estonian Energy 2035," initiated by the Estonian Reform Party parliamentary group.

2024-03-07

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third sitting, plenary session

Political Position
The political position clearly favors increasing the share of renewable energy, viewing this as potential for attracting new consumers to Estonia. The focus is directed toward developing policy and infrastructure, especially the long-term development of the electricity grid up to 2035. The speaker emphasizes the role and potential of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) in conducting lobbying efforts.

3 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the energy sector, focusing specifically on increasing the share of renewable electricity and the long-term development of the power network. The questions posed address specific themes, such as investment interest in Western Estonia and the direct influence of international energy councils (like the World Energy Council). There is a strong interest in obtaining detailed data and concrete outcomes.

3 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, respectful, and focused purely on information acquisition, often employing salutations such as "esteemed" or "respected." The speaker poses direct and logical questions, avoids emotional appeals, and concentrates on securing specific clarifications and examples.

3 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The data indicates active participation in the Riigikogu's debate on a matter of significant national importance, posing three targeted questions to various speakers (the minister and experts) within a short period of time.

3 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
There is insufficient data. The discussions are aimed at obtaining information and seeking clarification, not at criticism or confrontation.

3 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The approach to cooperation is open and information-seeking, involving direct contact with the minister and relevant sector experts. The speaker also shows interest in leveraging the potential of the Riigikogu (Parliament) for lobbying efforts, indicating a clear readiness for collaboration.

3 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The regional focus is clearly directed toward Western Estonia and the islands, particularly concerning the prospective development of the electricity network and the investments planned for that region by 2035.

3 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
Economic perspectives emphasize the importance of investments in the energy sector and in developing infrastructure, aiming to attract new consumers to Estonia. The focus is on achieving economic growth through the development of renewable energy and increasing investment interest.

3 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
Insufficient data.

3 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is directed toward utilizing the Riigikogu's potential in increasing the share of renewable energy and finding long-term solutions to the national energy question. The priority is monitoring the preparation for infrastructure development (grid development) and facilitating investments.

3 Speeches Analyzed