37 Amendments of Philippe LAMBERTS related to 2013/0244(NLE)
Amendment 37 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 5
Recital 5
(5) In accordance with Decision (EU) No …/2013 of the Council of … 2013 establishing the Specific Programme implementing Horizon 2020 (2014-2020)8 further support shouldmay be provided to joint undertakings established under Decision No 1982/2006/EC under the conditions specified in Decision (EU) No …/2013. __________________ 8 OJ … [H2020 SP]
Amendment 38 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 6
Recital 6
(6) The Clean Sky Joint Undertaking set up by Regulation (EC) No 71/2008 of the Council of 20 December 2007 setting up the Clean Sky Joint Undertaking9 is fulfilling its objectives of stimulating new research within the framework of a public- private partnership which enables long- term cooperation to take place among European aeronautical stakeholders. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have participated very extensivmoderately in Clean Sky, with approximately 40% of the budget for calls for proposals allocated to them. The interim evaluation10 of the Clean Sky Joint Undertaking has shown that the Joint Undertaking is successfully stimulating developments towards environmental targets. In addition, it has been highly successful in attracting extensive and wide-ranging participation by all Union key industries and a large number of SMEs. It has led to new collaborations and to the participation of new organisations. Its research area should therefore continue to be supported in order to achieve its objectives as set out in Article 2 of this Regulation. __________________ 9 10OJ L 30 4.2.2008, p.1-20 OJ L 30 4.2.2008, p.1-20 10 SEC/2011/1072 final SEC/2011/1072 final
Amendment 39 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 7
Recital 7
(7) Continued support for the Clean Sky research programme should also take into account the experience acquired from the operations of the Clean Sky Joint Undertaking including the results of its interim evaluation and the stakeholders' recommendations11 . It should be implemented in an open and transparent way, using a more fit-for-purpose structure and rules in order to enhance efficiency and to ensure simplification. To this end, the Clean Sky 2 Joint Undertaking should adopt financial rules specific to its needs in accordance with Article 209 of Regulation (EU, Euratom) No 966/2012 of the European Parliament and the Council of 25 October 2012 on the financial rules applicable to the general budget of the Union12 . __________________ 11 http://www.cleansky.eu/sites/default/files/n ews/csjuconsultationreview_final.pdf 12 OJ L 298, 26.10.2012, p.1.
Amendment 40 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 9
Recital 9
(9) In order to achieve its objectives, the Clean Sky 2 Joint Undertaking should provide financial support, mainly in the form of grants to members and grants to participants, following open and competitive calls for proposals.
Amendment 41 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 11
Recital 11
(11) Their contributions should also relateing to additional activities to be undertaken by the private members as specified in an additional activities plan; in order to get a proper overview of the leverage effect, those additional activities should represent should be quantified, but shall not be counted as part of the contributions to the broader Clean Sky Joint Technology Initiative.
Amendment 48 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 17
Recital 17
(17) In accordance with Article 287(1) of the Treaty, the constituent instrument of bodies, offices or agencies set up by the Union may preclude the examination of the accounts of all revenue and expenditure of those bodies, offices or agencies by the Court of Auditors. In accordance with Article 60(5) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) No 966/2012, the accounts of the bodies set up under Article 209 of Regulation (EU, Euratom) No 966/2012 are to be examined by an independent audit body which is to give an opinion inter alia on the reliability of the accounts and the legality and regularity of the underlying transactions. Avoidance of duplication of the examination of the accounts justifies that the accounts of the Clean Sky 2 Joint Undertaking should not be subject to examination by the Court of Auditors.
Amendment 49 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 19 a (new)
Recital 19 a (new)
(19a) By the end of 2017, as part of the Horizon 2020 interim evaluation, both existing and new public-private partnerships, including the JTIs, should be subject to an in-depth assessment, which should include, inter alia, an analysis of their openness, transparency and effectiveness.
Amendment 57 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1
Article 3 – paragraph 1
1. The maximum Union contribution, including EFTA appropriations, to the Clean Sky 2 Joint Undertaking, to cover administrative costs and operational costs, shall be EUR 1,80,6 billion. The contribution shall be paid from the appropriations in the general budget of the Union allocated to the Horizon 2020 Specific Programme implementing the Horizon 2020 Framework Programme in accordance with Article 58(1)(c)(iv), Article 60 and Article 61 of Regulation (EU, Euratom) No 966/2012 for bodies referred to in Article 209 of that Regulation.
Amendment 59 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 3 – point c
Article 3 – paragraph 3 – point c
(c) the specific performance indicators related to the functioning of the Clean Sky 2 Joint Undertaking including how they contribute to fulfilling the objective of Horizon 2020 societal challenge "Smart Green and Integrated Transport";
Amendment 61 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
The contribution referred to in paragraph 1 shall consist of the following:contributions to the Clean Sky 2 Joint Undertaking as laid down in clause 15(2) and clause 15(3)(b) of the Statutes set out in Annex I.
Amendment 62 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point a
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point a
Amendment 63 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point b
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point b
Amendment 66 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
Amendment 71 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 4
Article 4 – paragraph 4
4. For the purpose of valuing the contributions referred to in point (b) of paragraph 2 and clause 15(3)(b) of the Statutes set out in Annex I, the costs shall be determined according to the usual cost accounting practices of the entities concerned, to the applicable accounting standards of the country where each entity is established, and to the applicable International Accounting Standards / International Financial Reporting Standards. The costs shall be certified by an independent external auditor appointed by the entity concerned. The valuation of the contributions shall be verified by the Clean Sky 2 Joint Undertaking. In case of remaining uncertainties, it may be audited by the Clean Sky 2 Joint Undertaking and the Court of Auditors.
Amendment 73 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 5
Article 4 – paragraph 5
5. The Commission mayshall terminate, proportionally reduce or suspend the Union financial contribution to the Clean Sky 2 Joint Undertaking or trigger the winding up procedure referred to in clause 24(2) of the Statutes set out in Annex I if the objectives of the funding are not fulfilled by the Joint Undertaking and if those members or their affiliated entities do not contribute, contribute only partially or contribute late with regard to the contributions referred to in paragraph 2.
Amendment 81 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 1
Article 11 – paragraph 1
1. By 31 DecemberJuly 2017 the Commission shall conduct an interim evaluation of the Clean Sky 2 Joint Undertaking. The Commission shall send the conclusions of the evaluation, and its observations, to the European Parliament and to the Council by 30 Juneanuary 2018.
Amendment 87 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 16 – paragraph 4 a (new)
Article 16 – paragraph 4 a (new)
4a. Members of the Governing Board, of the Steering Committees, of the Scientific Committee and the Executive Director shall make publicly available and keep updated a declaration of full professional activities, of financial interests and of conflict of interests. The declarations shall contain the following information : (a) the person occupation and his/her membership of boards or committees of private companies, non-governmental organisations and associations; (b) holdings in companies or partnerships where there are potential public policy implications or where that holding gives the person significant influence over the affairs;
Amendment 89 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 17 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 17 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Exemption to the Rules of Participation with regards to eligibility of funding to one single entity shall be applied on exceptional basis.
Amendment 95 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – part 2 – point i
Annex 1 – part 2 – point i
(i) stimulatensuring the involvement of SMEs in its activities, in line with the objectives of the Seventh Framework Programme and of Horizon 2020;
Amendment 96 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – part 2 – point k a (new)
Annex 1 – part 2 – point k a (new)
(ka) liaising with a broad range of stakeholders including research organisation, universities and civil society organisations
Amendment 98 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – part 4 – point 1
Annex 1 – part 4 – point 1
1. Provided that it contributes to the funding referred to in clause 15 to achieve the objectives of the Clean Sky 2 Joint Undertaking set out in Article 2 of this Regulation and accepts the Statutes of the Clean Sky 2 Joint Undertaking, any legal entity established in a Member State or in a country associated to the Horizon 2020 Framework Programme may apply to become a Leaders, Associates or Core Partner of the Clean Sky 2 Joint Undertaking in accordance with paragraph 2.
Amendment 99 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – part 4 – point 2
Annex 1 – part 4 – point 2
2. The Associates, Partners or Core Partners of the Clean Sky 2 Joint Undertaking and their relevant affiliates shall be selected through an open, non-discriminatory and competitive call and subject to an independent evaluation. Calls shall be driven by the need for key capabilities to implement the programme. They shall be published on the Clean Sky website and communicated through the States Representatives Group and other channels in order to ensure the widest possible participation. The rationale and results of the evaluation shall be published on the Clean Sky website.
Amendment 102 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – part 6 – point d a (new)
Annex 1 – part 6 – point d a (new)
(da) three representatives of the Scientific Committee
Amendment 103 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – part 6 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Annex 1 – part 6 – paragraph 1 a (new)
The composition of the governing board shall ensure a significant representation of SMEs.
Amendment 121 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – part 13 – point 2
Annex 1 – part 13 – point 2
2. The members shall reflect a balanced representation of world-wide recognised experts from academia, industrcivil society and regulatory bodies. Collectively, the Scientific Committee members shall have the necessary scientific competencies and expertise covering the technical domain needed to make science-based recommendations to the Clean Sky 2 Joint Undertaking.
Amendment 123 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – part 13 – point 4 – point -a (new)
Annex 1 – part 13 – point 4 – point -a (new)
(-a) advise on the strategic orientations and operations of the Clean Sky 2 Joint Undertaking;
Amendment 124 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – part 13 – point 5
Annex 1 – part 13 – point 5
5. The Scientific Committee shall meet at least ontwice a year. The meetings shall be convened by its chairperson.
Amendment 126 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – part 13 – point 7
Annex 1 – part 13 – point 7
7. The Scientific Committee shall adopt its own rules of procedure and shall nominate 3 representatives to the Governing Board.
Amendment 132 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – part 16 – point 1 – point a
Annex 1 – part 16 – point 1 – point a
Amendment 133 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – part 16 – point 1 – point b
Annex 1 – part 16 – point 1 – point b
Amendment 134 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – part 16 – point 1 – point c
Annex 1 – part 16 – point 1 – point c
(c) at least 3100% of the total Union funding, shall be allocated by way of competitive calls for proposals and calls for tenders. Particular attention shall be paid to ensuring adequate participation of SMEs.
Amendment 135 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – part 16 – point 2 a (new)
Annex 1 – part 16 – point 2 a (new)
2a. Derogation from Article 8(3) of Regulation No .../2013 [the Horizon 2020 Rules for Participation] allowing for one single legal entity to be recipient of a grant, shall be exceptional and duly justified.
Amendment 145 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – part 23 – point 1
Annex 1 – part 23 – point 1
1. The Clean Sky 2 Joint Undertaking, its bodies and staff shall avoid any conflict of interest in implementing their activities. In particular disclosure of interest according to Article 16 (4a) of this Regulation shall be made public. Or. en (See amendment to Article 16 paragraph 4a new.)
Amendment 146 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – part 23 – point 2
Annex 1 – part 23 – point 2
2. The Governing Board may adopt rules to prevent and manage conflicts of interest applicable to its members, bodies and staff. In those rules, provision shall be made to avoid a conflict of interest for the representatives of the members serving in the Governing Board. In particular disclosure of interest according to Article 16 (4a) of this Regulation shall be made public. Or. en (See amendment to Article 16 paragraph 4a new.)
Amendment 148 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – part 24 – point 1
Annex 1 – part 24 – point 1
1. The Clean Sky 2 Joint Undertaking shall be wound up at the end of the period defined in Article 1 of this Regulation or earlier if the objectives of the undertaking are not being fulfilled.
Amendment 150 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 3 – table – row 11
Annex 3 – table – row 11
Technology Evaluator 15% of the above IADP/ITD values
Amendment 151 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 3 – table – row 12
Annex 3 – table – row 12
Eco-DESIGN Transverse Activity 215% of the above IADP/ITD values