Hannes Kont, one of Estonia's leading specialists in crisis readiness, has served as the Deputy Secretary General for Crisis Preparedness at the Ministry of the Interior and has played pivotal roles in the Ministry of Defence and the Security Police. In the last six years, he led the disconnection of Estonia's electrical system from Russian frequency and its integration into the mainland European frequency, earning his team and the entire Elering organization a global ‘Project of the Year’ award from the Project Management Institute. Today, he emphasizes the need for quick decisions and actions to enhance Estonia's crisis preparedness.

During an interview, journalist Mart Normet questions Kont about the biggest risks he encountered when he joined Elering in 2019, highlighting concerns about cyber-attacks. Kont confirms that while the risks were significant, Estonia has excelled in terms of cyber defense, suggesting that awareness of risks in the energy sector has been greater compared to other sectors, primarily due to engineers' acute understanding of the stakes involved in power outages. Kont's insights reflect a strong sense of responsibility within the energy sector and suggest that the awareness of potential crises is essential for national security.

The conversation sheds light on emerging threats such as drone attacks, which Kont believes could soon pose challenges to European security. His emphasis on the urgency of preparedness indicates a growing recognition of the interconnected nature of modern threats and reinforces the importance of proactive measures in managing crises before they escalate. As Europe navigates an increasingly complex security landscape, experts like Kont advocate for timely actions to fortify the defenses and readiness of nations against potential aggressions in the near future.