39 Amendments of Nicola DANTI related to 2023/0042(COD)
Amendment 26 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 7
Recital 7
(7) The REPowerEU Communication13 outlined a plan to make the Union independent from Russian fossil fuels well before the end of this decade. The Communication highlights the importance, among others, of further increasing the efficiency and reducing fossil consumption in the transport sector, where electrification can be combined with the use of fossil-freeCO2 neutral fuels, including hydrogen to replace fossil fuels. _________________ 13 Communication from the Commission to the European Parliament, the European Council, the Council, the European Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions, REPowerEU Plan, COM(2022)230 final of 18.5.2022.
Amendment 31 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 9
Recital 9
(9) The strengthened CO2 emission reduction requirements should incentivise an increasing share of zero-emission and low-emission vehicles being deployed on the Union market whilst providing benefits to users and citizens in terms of air quality and energy savings, as well as ensuring that innovation in the automotive value chain can be maintained. Zero-emission vehicles currently include battery electric vehicles, fuel-cell and other hydrogen-powered vehicles, and technological innovations are continuing. The automotive industry remains one of the pillars of the EU economy, contributing 7% of European GDP, providing 4.6 million jobs and remaining at the cutting edge of technological innovation with EUR 60 billion invested each year in research and development. The industry needs to be supported in its environmental and digital transition, as European manufacturers are now facing a triple bind, with tightened environmental regulations, increasing investment needs in innovation and heightened international competition. The strengthened CO2 emission reduction standards must become technology neutral in reaching the fleet-wide targets that they set. Zero and low-emission vehicles, which run on advanced biofuels or synthetic fuels as defined in Directive (EU) 2018/20011a. Zero-emission and low- emission vehicles currently include battery electric vehicles, fuel-cell and other hydrogen-powered vehicles, and technological innovations are continuing. _________________ 1a Directive (EU) 2018/2001 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 December 2018 on the promotion of the use of energy from renewable sources (recast)
Amendment 36 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 9
Recital 9
(9) The strengthened CO2 emission reduction requirements should incentivise an increasing share of zero-emission and low-emission vehicles being deployed on the Union market whilst providing benefits to users and citizens in terms of air quality and energy savings, as well as ensuring that innovation in the automotive value chain can be maintained. Zero-emission vehicles currently include battery electric vehicles, fuel-cell and other hydrogen-powered vehicles, and technological innovations are continuing. The automotive industry remains one of the pillars of the EU economy, contributing 7% of European GDP, providing 4.6 million jobs and remaining at the cutting edge of technological innovation with EUR 60 billion invested each year in research and development. The industry needs to be supported in its environmental and digital transition, as European manufacturers are now facing a triple bind, with tightened environmental regulations, increasing investment needs in innovation and heightened international competition. The strengthened CO2 emission reduction standards must become technology neutral in reaching the fleet-wide targets that they set. Zero and low-emission vehicles, which run on advanced biofuels or synthetic fuels as defined in Directive (EU) 2018/20011a. Zero-emission and low- emission vehicles currently include battery electric vehicles, fuel-cell and other hydrogen-powered vehicles, and technological innovations are continuing. __________________ 1a Directive (EU) 2018/2001 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 December 2018 on the promotion of the use of energy from renewable sources (recast)
Amendment 43 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 10
Recital 10
(10) Against that background, new strengthened CO2 emission reduction targets should be set for new heavy-duty vehicles for the period 2030 onwards. Those targets should be set at a level that will deliver a strong signal to accelerate the uptake of zero-emission and low-emission vehicles on the Union market and to stimulate innovation in zero-emission technologies in a cost- efficient way and be consistent with the existence of the necessary enabling conditions, in particularly the deployment of charging and refuelling infrastructure across the Union.
Amendment 44 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 11 – paragraph 1
Recital 11 – paragraph 1
The updated New Industrial Strategy14 foresees the co-creation of green and digital transition pathways in partnership with industry, public authorities, social partners and other stakeholders. In this context, a transition pathway is being developed for the mobility ecosystem to accompany the transition of the automotive value chain. The pathway takes particular heed of small and medium-sized enterprizes in the automotive supply chain, of the consultation of social partners including by Member States, and also build on the European Skills Agenda with initiatives like the Pact for Skills to mobilise the private sector and other stakeholders to up-skill and re-skill Europe’s workforce in view of the green and digital transitions and on the Talent Booster Mechanism in the framework of the Harnessing Talents in EU regions initiative. The appropriate actions and incentives at the European and national level to boost the affordability of zero- emission vehicles are also being addressed in the pathway. This could, for example, include the possibility for Member States to use the proposed Social Climate Fund to assist micro-enterprises in the purchasing of zero-emission trucks and lorries. Particular attention should be also given to the impact that this transition will have on SMEs along the supply chain. _________________ 14 Commission Communication on Updating the 2020 New Industrial Strategy: Building a stronger Single Market for Europe’s recovery, COM(2021) 350 final of 5 May 2021.
Amendment 48 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 12
Recital 12
(12) The Union fleet-wide targets are to be complemented by the necessary roll-out of recharging and refuelling infrastructure as set out in the Commission Proposal for a regulation on the deployment of alternative fuel infrastructure16 . However, these measures should be complemented by additional initiatives aimed at accelerating the modal shift from road to rail and increasing rail freight. _________________ 16 Proposal for a Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure, and repealing Directive 2014/94/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council, 14.7.2021, COM/2021/559 final.
Amendment 50 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 10 a (new)
Recital 10 a (new)
(10a) The principle of technological neutrality is fundamental to ensure there is efficiency and a plurality of solutions, to preserve and fasten innovation and development, including in disruptive technologies, and to allow market flexibility and a diverse range of social behaviours. It is thus important that we do not limit road transport to a single technology but rather encourage innovation and complementarities between efficient alternative technologies, such as the combined use of hybrid vehicles and low-carbon fuels. Furthermore, a ‘one size fits all’ approach at European level would be compromised by the wide economic, social, geographical and infrastructural diversity within and between Member States, whereas a mix of complementary technologies allows each region to implement the solutions it deems most appropriate to reduce its emissions.
Amendment 54 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 10 b (new)
Recital 10 b (new)
(10b) Following consultation with stakeholders, the Commission will make a proposal for registering heavy-duty vehicles running exclusively on CO2 neutral fuels for compliance purposes and in conformity with the Union’s climate neutrality objective.
Amendment 55 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 11 – paragraph 1
Recital 11 – paragraph 1
The updated New Industrial Strategy14 foresees the co-creation of green and digital transition pathways in partnership with industry, public authorities, social partners and other stakeholders. In this context, a transition pathway is being developed for the mobility ecosystem to accompany the transition of the automotive value chain. The pathway takes particular heed of small and medium-sized enterprizses in the automotive supply chain, of the consultation of social partners including by Member States, and also build on the European Skills Agenda with initiatives like the Pact for Skills to mobilise the private sector and other stakeholders to up-skill and re-skill Europe’s workforce in view of the green and digital transitions and on the Talent Booster Mechanism in the framework of the Harnessing Talents in EU regions initiative. The appropriate actions and incentives at the European and national level to boost the affordability of zero- emission vehicles are also being addressed in the pathway. This could, for example, include the possibility for Member States to use the proposed Social Climate Fund to assist micro-enterprises in the purchasing of zero-emission trucks and lorries. Particular attention should be also given to the impact that this transition will have on SMEs along the supply chain. __________________ 14 Commission Communication on Updating the 2020 New Industrial Strategy: Building a stronger Single Market for Europe’s recovery, COM(2021) 350 final of 5 May 2021.
Amendment 58 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 11 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Recital 11 – paragraph 1 a (new)
A rapid roll out of charging and fuelling infrastructure requires availability of qualified installers. Investments in re- and upskilling will be a corner stone in fulfilling the targets of this regulation and will ensure a just transition in the truck manufacturing sector.
Amendment 66 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 12 a (new)
Recital 12 a (new)
(12a) Minimum requirements on charging infrastructure for heavy-duty vehicles laid down in regulation on the deployment of alternative fuel infrastructure may fall short of what the strengthened CO₂ emission performance standards demand. It is therefore of utmost importance that EU and national funding instruments prioritise support towards further developing alternative fuels infrastructure projects.
Amendment 72 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13 a (new)
Recital 13 a (new)
(13a) Certain enabling conditions allowing road hauliers to seamlessly operate zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles are key for early market adoption of such vehicles. Therefore, the state of the most important enabling conditions such as optimal grid capacity, storage, charging and refuelling infrastructure and effective carbon pricing measures should be monitored regularly and taken into account in the review of this regulation.
Amendment 86 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 15 a (new)
Recital 15 a (new)
Amendment 88 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 15 b (new)
Recital 15 b (new)
Amendment 94 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 26
Recital 26
(26) Due to the technical readiness of the sub-sector and the need to improve air quality in cities, a mandatory minimum share of new zero-emissionCO2 neutral urban buses should be set.
Amendment 95 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 18
Recital 18
(18) The possibility of assigning the rRevenue from the excess emission premiums to a specific fund or relevant programme has been evaluated as required pursuant to Article 15(4) of Regulation (EU) 2019/1242, with the conclusion that this would significantly increase the administrative burden, while not directly benefit the automotive sector in its transition. Revenue from the excess emission premiums should therefore continue to be considered as revenue for the general budget of the Union in accordance with Article 8(4) of Regulation (EU) 2019/1242should be considered as revenue assigned to the Innovation Fund in order to support the development of innovative technologies, which is key for the green transition of the automotive sector.
Amendment 97 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 27
Recital 27
(27) A mandatory minimum share of zero-emissionCO2 neutral urban buses should reflect the societal need for affordable public transport, including in rural areas. The increased supply of zero-emissionCO2 neutral urban buses that result from such a mandatory minimum share should have a positive effect on purchasing cost, both in terms of upfront purchase price and the total cost of ownership of zero-emissionCO2 neutral urban buses, reflecting fossil fuel savings resulting from their operation. Joint procurement of urban buses building on the Clean Bus Platform can bring the purchasing cost of such buses further down, and the proposed Social Climate Fund could be used by Member States to support vulnerable citizens with reduced or free public transport tickets or subscriptions. Finally, regional and long- distance buses and coaches, including for transport in rural areas, remain subject to the targets for heavy duty vehicles. Support from the Social Climate Fund could address specific needs of rural areas and prevent transport poverty21 by securing access to affordable public transport. _________________ 21 In line with the definition in the Social Climate Fund regulation, article 2(2a)
Amendment 110 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 39 a (new)
Recital 39 a (new)
(39a) In order to speed-up the transition a mechanism, based on a carbon correction factor is introduced that reflects the CO2 intensity and the share of CO2 neutral fuels.
Amendment 111 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 39 b (new)
Recital 39 b (new)
(39b) a new definition of "CO2 neutral fuels" is introduced to allow for renewable fuels as defined in Directive 2018/2001, including biofuels, biogas, bioliquids, biomass fuels and renewable fuels of non-biological origin or recycled carbon fuels.
Amendment 127 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 39 a (new)
Recital 39 a (new)
Amendment 134 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 42 a (new)
Recital 42 a (new)
(42a) In order to speed-up the transition a mechanism, based on a carbon correction factor is introduced that reflects the CO2 intensity and the share of CO2 neutral fuels.
Amendment 135 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 42 b (new)
Recital 42 b (new)
(42b) a new definition of "CO2 neutral fuels" is introduced to allow for renewable fuels as defined in Directive 2018/2001, including biofuels, biogas, bioliquids, biomass fuels and renewable fuels of non-biological origin or recycled carbon fuels.
Amendment 147 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 3 – point i
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 3 – point i
Regulation (EU) 2019/1242
Article 3 – point 23 a (new)
Article 3 – point 23 a (new)
(23a) "CO2 Neutral Fuels" means renewable fuels as defined in Directive 2018/20011a, including biofuels, bioliquids, biomass fuels nd renewable fuels of non-biological origin or recycled carbon fuels.
Amendment 153 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 3 – point i
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 3 – point i
Regulation 2019/1242
Article 3 – point 23 b (new)
Article 3 – point 23 b (new)
(23b) "Carbon Correction Factor" means a factor reflecting the CO2 intensity and share of CO2 neutral fuels;
Amendment 159 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 3 – point i
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 3 – point i
Regulation (EU) 2019/1242
Article 3 – point 23 a (new)
Article 3 – point 23 a (new)
(23a) "CO2 Neutral Fuels" means renewable fuels as defined in Directive 2018/20011a, including biofuels, biogas, bioliquids, biomass fuels and renewable fuels of non-biological origin or recycled carbon fuels.
Amendment 162 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 3 – point i
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 3 – point i
Regulation 2019/1242
Article 3 – point 23 b (new)
Article 3 – point 23 b (new)
(23b) "Carbon Correction Factor" means a factor reflecting the CO2 intensity and share of CO2 neutral fuels;
Amendment 162 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 4
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 4
Regulation (EU) 2019/1242
Article 3a – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 3a – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) for all vehicle sub-groups for the reporting periods of the years 2030 to 2034 by 435 %,
Amendment 169 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 4
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 4
Regulation (EU) 2019/1242
Article 3 a – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 3 a – paragraph 1 – point c
(c) for all vehicle sub-groups for the reporting periods of the years 2035 to 2039 by 655 %,
Amendment 174 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 4
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 4
Regulation (EU) 2019/1242
Article 3a – Paragraph 1 – point d
Article 3a – Paragraph 1 – point d
(d) for all vehicle sub-groups for the reporting periods of the years 2040 onwards by 9080 %.
Amendment 183 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 4
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 4
Regulation (EU) 2019/1242
Article 3b – title
Article 3b – title
Article 3b Zero-emissionCO2 neutral vehicle target for urban buses
Amendment 193 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 4
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 4
Regulation (EU) 2019/1242
Article 3b – paragraph 1
Article 3b – paragraph 1
1. For vehicles referred to in point 4.2 of Annex I, manufacturers shall comply with the minimum shares of zero-emissionCO2 neutral vehicles in their fleet of new heavy-duty vehicles as laid down in point 4.3 of Annex I. For new urban buses the share of zero- emissionsCO2 neutral vehicles shall be 100% as from the reporting period of the year 2030.;
Amendment 223 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 5 a (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 5 a (new)
Regulation (EU) 2019/1242
Article 4 – paragraph1 – point b a (new)
Article 4 – paragraph1 – point b a (new)
(5a) in Article 4, first paragraph, the following point (ba) is inserted: the application of the Carbon Correction Factor
Amendment 224 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 5 b (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 5 b (new)
Regulation (EU) 2019/1242
Article 4 a (new)
Article 4 a (new)
(5b) Methodology for registration of heavy-duty vehicles running exclusively on CO2 neutral fuels the following Article 4a is inserted: Article 4a Following consultation with stakeholders, at the latest one year after the entry into force of the regulation, the Commission will make a proposal for registering heavy-duty vehicles running exclusively on CO2 neutral fuels for compliance purposes and in conformity with the Union’s climate neutrality objective.
Amendment 229 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 5 a (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 5 a (new)
Regulation (EU) 2019/1242
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
Amendment 258 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 16
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 16
Regulation (EU) 2019/1242
Article 13 f – paragraph 4
Article 13 f – paragraph 4
4. The amounts of the administrative fines shall be considered as revenue for the general budget of the Unionassigned to the innovation fund.
Amendment 265 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 18
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 18
Regulation (EU) 2019/1242
Article 15 – paragraph 1
Article 15 – paragraph 1
The Commission shall, in 2028, review the effectiveness and impact of this Regulation and submit a report to the European Parliament and to the Council with the result of the review. The Commission shall in particular annually assess the deployment of charging and refuelling infrastructure for heavy duty vehicles across the Union.
Amendment 274 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 18
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 18
Regulation (EU) 2019/1242
Article 15 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 15 – paragraph 1 a (new)
By 2026 the Commission shall publish a report developing a methodology to assess the life-cycle CO2 emissions of heavy-duty vehicles. The Commission is empowered to delegated acts to set out a methodology for the assessment of the life-cycle CO2 emissions of heavy duty vehicles placed in the Union market.
Amendment 274 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 18
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 18
Regulation (EU) 2019/1242
Article 15 – first paragraph
Article 15 – first paragraph
The Commission shall, in 20287 and every year thereafter, review the effectiveness and impact of this Regulation and submit a report to the European Parliament and to the Council with the result of the review. The Commission shall in particular annually assess the deployment of charging and refuelling infrastructure for heavy duty vehicles across the Union.
Amendment 292 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – point 2 – point 2.1 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 6 a (new)
Annex I – point 2 – point 2.1 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 6 a (new)
CCFi is the Carbon Correction Factor for the fuel or blend of fuels in use i, as defined in Article 3 point (23b new) and calculated according to paragraph 7 Annex I.