10 Amendments of Rolandas PAKSAS related to 2011/2068(INI)
Amendment 1 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Points out that the Commission proposes in the CFP reform package to introduce maximum sustainable yield (MSY) approach for bringing the fish stocks up to healthy levels and maintaining them in healthy conditions; however calls on the Commission to clarify the MSY approach, in particular with regard to multi-species fish stocks; notes that the measures to conserve stocks should be based on the precautionary principle and that, in addition, there should be strict application of the rule that the amount of fishing activity may not be increased except in cases where the scientific recommendations are that this will do no harm to fish stocks;
Amendment 3 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Agrees with the Commission's view, outlined in the CFP reform package, that the practice of throwing unwanted fish overboard is a waste of resources; points out, however, that solutions discussed with fishermen and other stakeholders and adapted to the reality of their working conditions need to be sought in order to improve the situation; calls on the Commission to strengthen the measures to conserve over-exploited fish stocks so as to ensure that the activities of the EU fishing industry are ecologically, economically and socially sustainable;
Amendment 15 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Stresses that in order to achieve a resource-efficient Europe, increased coordination and synergies between a wide range of policy areas and their various instruments, synergy between the actions taken and a joint strategy for sustainable and rational resource use should be implemented at regional, national and EU level with a view to ensuring their effectiveness; points out that regional policy already has a coordinated and integrated approach in place; notes that trade-offs between certain policy areas exist, and these need to be addressed;
Amendment 23 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Points to the crucial role of regional policy in supporting initiatives aiming at efficient use of resources, owing to its long-term development programmes, decentralised administration system and the incorporation of the EU’s priorities for sustainable development; stresses that EU measures and strategies that have resolved issues relating to effective use of resources should serve as a model for the adoption and implementation of other strategies for other issues relating to the management of natural resources;
Amendment 26 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Stresses that opening up global markets to environmental goods and services creates increased export opportunities, encourages the diffusion of technologies, stimulates innovation, increases competitiveness, creates new jobs and leads to lower prices, higher quality and greater consumer choice;
Amendment 28 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3 a (new)
Paragraph 3 a (new)
Amendment 36 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Calls for the creation of Joint Task Forces for the three key areas of food, housing and mobility: these should consist of experts from the Commission, Member States, industry and civil society and develop European Resource Efficiency Action Plans with clear benchmarks and EU financial assistance mechanisms within one year;
Amendment 36 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Emphasizes that resource efficiency should be addressed at regional and local level, – taking into account the particularities and different development levels of European regions – and the essential role played by European regions and towns in meeting resource efficiency goals – and stresses that regional and local authorities and partners should be directly involved in the planning and implementation of relevant measures; this would lead to a greater feeling of responsibility for the goals of resource efficiency at all levels;
Amendment 125 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10 a (new)
Paragraph 10 a (new)
10a. Calls on the Commission and the Member States to promote investment in waste and water management in order to meet the requirements of the environmental and water acquis;
Amendment 190 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. Urges Member States to shift towards environmental taxation in public revenues accounting for an EU average of more than 10% by 2020, in line with the best performing Member States; emphasises that this will allow for cuts in other taxes such as on labour, increase competitiveness and, create a level playing field, and pave the way for technological development;