1174 Amendments of Bogdan Kazimierz MARCINKIEWICZ
Amendment 5 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Citation 3 a (new)
Citation 3 a (new)
- having regard to the 2nd Strategic Energy Review: an EU Energy Security and Solidarity Action Plan1; __________________ 1 COM (2008) 781
Amendment 77 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital C
Recital C
C. whereas the international community committed to limithat global warming to 2 °Cought not to exceed 2°C above pre-industrial level during the 21st century at the Copenhagen summit in 2009;
Amendment 129 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital F a (new)
Recital F a (new)
Fa. whereas studies indicate that unilateral actions taken by the EU within climate policy can lead to increase in global emissions as a result of the carbon leakage phenomena;
Amendment 155 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital H a (new)
Recital H a (new)
Ha. whereas many assumptions of the 2nd Strategic Energy Review that corresponded to European environmental policy and that are still used to support new policies are now outdated because of, among others, the global economic crisis and shale gas and oil extraction in the United States;
Amendment 187 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital I a (new)
Recital I a (new)
Ia. whereas studies show that overall system costs and effects vary significantly among different generation sources and such aspects should also be considered in the process of framing EU climate and energy policies;
Amendment 197 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital I b (new)
Recital I b (new)
Ib. whereas sustainable development is based on the balanced pillars of environmental, economic and social development;
Amendment 203 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital I c (new)
Recital I c (new)
Ic. whereas there is a need to ensure the EU’s competitiveness in the global market;
Amendment 206 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital I d (new)
Recital I d (new)
Id. whereas ever increasing energy prices have led to higher rates of fuel poverty in Europe;
Amendment 209 #
Amendment 231 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Asks the Commission to take a multifaceted and flexible approach, the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of which ought to be enhanced by coordinated and coherent policies that address in equal measure issues such as competitiveness, energy security and climate objectives (e.g. GHG emission reduction, renewable energy sources and energy efficiency); underlines that this requires a consistency of policies where climate policy cannot contradict or be a higher priority than other policies;
Amendment 290 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3 a (new)
Paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. Believes, however, that all objectives for 2030 should be closely correlated with the on-going international negotiations on a new climate agreement; calls for their formal adoption only after taking into account the results of the negotiations of a global agreement in Paris in 2015within the UNFCCC;
Amendment 305 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3 b (new)
Paragraph 3 b (new)
3b. Stresses that, in case global agreement cannot be reached, any unilateral EU agreement should be subject to visible achievements of the main emitters (e.g. China, USA) comparable or exceeding European emission savings up to date and take into consideration possible effects of carbon leakage phenomenon;
Amendment 342 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Is of the opinion that support schemes, if better used, could be an appropriate tool to incentivise the cost-efficient development of renewable energy sources (RES) and energy efficiency; sees an important role for the Commission in providing guidance in this regard;
Amendment 369 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Notes that some RES should now be considered mature energy sources and their subsidies should therefore be phased out on time order to be able to reallocate these to research and development (R&D) programmes and RES that are not yet cost- effective; asks the Commission to study the impact of RES priority dispatch on general energy costs as well as the functioning and economies of other baseload generation capacity;
Amendment 384 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5 a (new)
Paragraph 5 a (new)
5a. Calls for all energy subsidies, no matter the source, to be phased out by 2030;
Amendment 419 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Stresses that increased energy efficiency and energy savings will play an essential role in the decarbonisation oflowering of emissions from the energy sector;
Amendment 467 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Notes that as one of the cornerstones of the EU’'s climate and energy package, the EU Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) should be able to best fulfil its main function, the reduction of GHG emissionsthe main instrument for reducing emissions from industry and energy in a cost-effective way, and respond efficiently to economic downturns and upturns; recalls that the main objective of the EU ETS is to reduce GHG emissions and not to provide investors with sufficient incentives to invest in low-carbemission technologies, as these should be seen merely as a secondary objective and not as a basis for evaluating if the scheme works as intended;
Amendment 560 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13 a (new)
Paragraph 13 a (new)
13 a. Notes that the discussion of the 2030 objectives should be based on firm economic analysis of their potential impact by country and by sector; asks the Commission to publish all available data and analysis on the subject in order to identify if there would be an unequal burden on the Member States;
Amendment 571 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14
Paragraph 14
14. Believes that Member States and regions should be encouraged to improve cooperation in order to optimise the efficiency of renewables expansion; in this context, the Commission has an important role to play as a facilitator in coordinating, financially supporting and preparing appropriate analyses of renewable energy resources and potential for each of the Member States;
Amendment 587 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. Calls on the Commission to submit an analysis of how renewable energy sources can be developed sustainably and cost effectively, taking into account environmental impact, total system costs, aspects related to dependency on raw materials and life cycle and, above all, how to support stable sources of renewable energy such as hydropower, biomass or geothermal power while avoiding long term subsidies which cause market distortions;
Amendment 629 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 19
Paragraph 19
19. Underlines the importance of an energy strategy focused on boosting energy security and economic and industrial competitiveness in the EU, job creation, social aspects and environmental sustainability by means of measures such as the diversification of supply routes, suppliers and sources and by increasing the deployment of RES alongside increased stable and dispatchable baseload capacity;
Amendment 655 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 20 a (new)
Paragraph 20 a (new)
20a. Calls on the Commission to perform a 3rd Strategic Energy Review, and to base future European climate commitments on the basis of the updated data;
Amendment 699 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 23 a (new)
Paragraph 23 a (new)
23a. Underlines that high European energy prices do not lead to lower global emissions and instead led to the deterioration of the competitive position of European industry; emphasizes the need to find a way to reduce energy prices while lowering global emissions; stresses that accessibility to affordable energy for all should be a priority for the EU and understood as part of the policy objectives of sustainability, security of supply and competitiveness;
Amendment 716 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 24
Paragraph 24
24. Notes that in order to ensure security of supply there must be enough stable capacity to meet demand in peak periods and in periods of (political or technological) difficulties and that excess capacity or backup must therefore be ensured and maintained; points out the need for storage, reserve capacities and more grid flexibility as a response to the intermittence of some sources of RES;
Amendment 801 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 29 a (new)
Paragraph 29 a (new)
29a. Notes that carbon leakage does not only apply to emissions from exiting installations but also covers future investment decisions as companies might avoid investing in European based installations; in this context, calls on the Commission, while working on 2030 framework, to eliminate all solutions which can result in energy price increases or in intensification of carbon leakage;
Amendment 846 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 32 a (new)
Paragraph 32 a (new)
32a. Asks the Commission to develop a comprehensive analysis of the overall system costs and effects of different energy sources and their impact on generation adequacy in the long run;
Amendment 855 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 33
Paragraph 33
33. Welcomes the Commission’s remarks that the EU climate and energy targets impact differently on each Member State and their citizens, and that this justifies working on a more equitable effort sharing basis, taking into account a country’s GDP, achievements in reducing emissions since 1990under Kyoto, emissions per capita, economic potential and potential for renewable and other indigenous energy sources and energy efficiency;
Amendment 869 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 34
Paragraph 34
34. Underlines, in line with Article 194 TFEU, that Member States are the ultimate decision makers as regards their energy mix and should be able to use and develop different approaches for technologies and energy sources that are environmentally sound and socially and economically acceptable; believes that any future framework should respect the independence of Member States and not seek to limit this power via administrative regulations, which could prevent the increased use of indigenous energy resources;
Amendment 7 #
2013/2079(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph B a (new)
Paragraph B a (new)
Ba. whereas the future of coal in Europe should be based on a stable development strategy, given that coal remains vital to the EU economy; whereas the challenge for the EU’s post-2030 energy mix is to provide opportunities for steady economic growth while maintaining the Member States’ energy security and the rapid development of new energy technologies, including coal technologies;
Amendment 29 #
2013/2079(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Believes that supporting initial projects, learning lessons and sharing knowledge are a prerequisite for developing details of longer-term measures to support CCS and will result in reduced costs of CCS deployment; calls, therefore, for continued international collaboration between industry, including innovative SMEs, and institutions in order to ensure that best practices are applied; to this end, believes that instruments for supporting projects at EU level should be strengthened so that they can genuinely stimulate business involvement in collaboration with research centres;
Amendment 36 #
2013/2079(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Calls on the Commission and the Member States to address the main barriers to the deployment of CCS, such as the granting of permits and funding, the establishment of a CCS skills base and the development and testing of technologies for effective capture, transport and storage; believes that support should also be provided for the development of commercial technologies using carbon dioxide, which could in future offer a strong market incentive for investment in CCS installations;
Amendment 41 #
2013/2079(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 7
Paragraph 7
7. Considers that the low carbon price delivered through the EU’s Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), and subsequent revenues generated from the sale of allowances under the New Entrants’ Reserve of the ETS (established methods for supporting demonstration projects using NER300), hasve failed to deliver an attractive business case for early long-term private sector investment in CCS, and that the capital expenditure and, above all, operating costs required for this type of technology are still too high;
Amendment 46 #
2013/2079(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. While theNotwithstanding the ongoing debate on long-term structural reform of the ETS continues, calls on the Commission and Member States to come forward with complementaryother, dedicated policy measures that will provide the necessary financial support and deliver the first operational CCS projects in the EU by 2020;
Amendment 55 #
2013/2079(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 10 a (new)
Paragraph 10 a (new)
10a. Believes that a decisive shift in public perception of the technology is needed and that public acceptance of onshore CO2 storage must be obtained before any attempts to make deployment of CCS mandatory; believes that the Commission should launch an EU campaign to provide information on the most important aspects of CCS, focusing on transport infrastructure and the underground storage process;
Amendment 29 #
2013/2043(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 6 a (new)
Paragraph 6 a (new)
6 a. Stresses the need to develop common rules and frameworks for ordering parcels electronically and to create a European platform for providing and exchanging information on consumers' rights;
Amendment 132 #
2013/0105(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 1 – indent 3
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 1 – indent 3
Directive 96/53/EC
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Amendment 161 #
2013/0105(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 2 – point b
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 2 – point b
Directive 96/53/EC
Article 4 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2
Article 4 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2
Transport operations shall be considered to not significantly to affect international competition in the transport sector if they take place on the territory of a Member State or, for a cross-border operation, between only two neighbouring Member States who have both adopted measures taken in application of this paragraph, and if one of the conditions under (a) and (b) is fulfilled:
Amendment 286 #
2013/0105(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 11
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 11
Directive 96/53/EC
Article 12 – paragraph 2
Article 12 – paragraph 2
After the expiry of a period of two years from the date of entry into force of this Directive, Member States shall measure the weight of vehicles or combination of vehicles in circulation. The purpose of these pre-selection measures is to identify vehicles that are likely to have committed an offence and that should be checked manually. These measures may be taken with the aid of automatic systems set up on the infrastructure, or onboard systems installed in vehicles in line with paragraph 6 below. The automatic systems must enable the identification of the vehicles suspected of exceeding the maximum authorised weights. As tWhesre automatic systems are only to be uscorrect certification is obtained for pre- selection purposes, and not to define an offence, they do not have to be certified by the Member Statsystems, those systems may be used to apply automatic penalties where they detect offences.
Amendment 293 #
2013/0105(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 11
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 11
Directive 96/53/EC
Article 12 – paragraph 3
Article 12 – paragraph 3
Member States shall take a, taking into account the available means and resources, shall take an appropriate number of pre-selection measures equivalent to at least one weighing per 2 000 vehicle kilometres per year on averagein each calendar year.
Amendment 311 #
2013/0105(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 11
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 11
Directive 96/53/EC
Article 12 – paragraph 7
Article 12 – paragraph 7
Amendment 317 #
2013/0105(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 11
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 11
Directive 96/53/EC
Article 12 – paragraph 7 a (new)
Article 12 – paragraph 7 a (new)
(7a) These matters shall be regulated by means of implementing acts.
Amendment 76 #
2013/0074(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 20
Recital 20
(20) Member States should consult and coordinate their plans and strategies with the relevant Member State or third country authorities in the marine region or sub- region or coastal zone concerned in conformity with the rights and obligations of these Member States and third countries under European and international law. Effective cross border cooperation between Member States and with neighbouring third countries requires that the competent authorities in each Member State are identified. Member States therefore need to designate the competent authority or authorities responsible for cooperation with other Member States or third countries. Given the differences between various marine regions or sub-regions and coastal zones, it is not appropriate to prescribe in detail in this Directive how these cooperation mechanisms should look.
Amendment 84 #
2013/0074(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – paragraph 2
Article 1 – paragraph 2
2. Within the Integrated Maritime Policy of the Union, this framework provides for the establishment and implementation by Member States of maritime spatial plans and of integrated coastal management strategies with the aim of meeting the objectives specified in Article 5.
Amendment 96 #
2013/0074(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point 1
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point 1
1. ‘Coastal zone’ means the geomorphologic area on both sides of the seashore areas defined by the Member States with as the seaward limit the external limit of the territorial seas of Member States and as the landward limit, the limit as defined by the Member States in their integrated coastal management strateginot exceeding the territorial waters of the Member States.
Amendment 108 #
2013/0074(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 4 – paragraph 1
Article 4 – paragraph 1
1. Each Member State shall set out procedures to establish and implement a maritime spatial plan or plans and an integrated coastal management strategy or strategies. They may be prepared in separate documenttaking into account where necessary integrated coastal management. These may be prepared, established and implemented separately, in a combined or hierarchical manner. Where integrated coastal management is not incorporated into maritime spatial processes, Member States shall set out procedures to establish integrated coastal management strategies.
Amendment 121 #
2013/0074(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Maritime spatial plans and integrated coastal management strategies shall apply an ecosystem-based approach to facilitate the co-existence and prevent conflicts betweensustainable development and to promote the co-existence, in a compeatingble manner, of all relevant sector activities in marine waters and coastal zones, and shall aim to contribute to:
Amendment 173 #
2013/0074(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 8 – paragraph 1
Article 8 – paragraph 1
1. Integrated coastal management strategies shall contain at least, an inventory of existing measures applied in coastal zones and an analysis of the need for additional actions in order to achieve the objectives set out in Article 5hall be established in a form decided by the Member State. The strategies shall provide for integrated and cross-sectoral policy implementation and consider interactions between terrestrial and maritime activities.
Amendment 219 #
2013/0074(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18 – paragraph 1
Article 18 – paragraph 1
1. EUnless already available, each Member State shall bring into force the laws, regulations and administrative provisions necessary to comply with this Directive within 18 months after its entry into force at the latest. They shall forthwith communicate to the Commission the text of those provisions.
Amendment 221 #
2013/0074(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18 – paragraph 2
Article 18 – paragraph 2
2. When Member States adopt the measures referred to in paragraph 1, after entry into force of this directive, they shall contain a reference to this Directive or be accompanied by such a reference on the occasion of their official publication. Each Member State shall determine how such reference is to be made.
Amendment 224 #
2013/0074(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18 – paragraph 4
Article 18 – paragraph 4
4. TMember States shall have in place the framework for establishing and implementing the maritime spatial plans and integrated coastal management strategies referred to in Article 4(1) shall be established within a period of 36 months after the entry into force of this Directive.
Amendment 155 #
2013/0072(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 23
Recital 23
(23) In case C-139/11 (Moré vs KLM), the European Court of Justice clarified that the time-limits for bringing actions for compensation are determined in accordance with the national rules of each Member State. However, the significant differences in the time-limits laid down by the Member States mean that a single term should be established, following the example of the Montreal Convention.
Amendment 185 #
2013/0072(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 1 – point d
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 1 – point d
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004
Article 2 – point 1
Article 2 – point 1
Amendment 217 #
2013/0072(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 1 – point e
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 1 – point e
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004
Article 2 – point s
Article 2 – point s
Amendment 264 #
2013/0072(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 3 – point b
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 3 – point b
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004
Article 4 – paragraph 5
Article 4 – paragraph 5
Where the passenger, or an intermediary acting on behalf of the passenger, reports aone or more spelling mistakes in the name of one or severalmore passengers included in the same contract of carriage that may lead to a denial of boarding, the air carrier shall correct thie errors at least once up until 48 hours before departure without any additional charge to the passenger or the intermediary, except where it is prevented from doing so by national or international law.'
Amendment 271 #
2013/0072(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 4 – point a
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 4 – point a
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004
Article 5 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 5 – paragraph 1 a (new)
(4a) The following paragraph 1a is added: ‘1a. If as a result of a change in the schedule by the operating air carrier a flight is cancelled, brought forward or delayed to a later time or date, passengers should be entitled to care and compensation in accordance with Article 5’;
Amendment 273 #
2013/0072(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 4 – point b
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 4 – point b
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004
Article 5 – paragraph 3
Article 5 – paragraph 3
An operating air carrier shall not be obliged to pay compensation in accordance with Article 7 if it can prove that the cancellation is caused by extraordinary circumstances and that the cancellation could not have been avoided even ifdespite taking all reasonable measures had been taken. Such extraordinary circumstances can only be invoked insofar they affect the flight concernedin the case of a technical failure of the aircraft intended to operate a given flight can only be invoked when those circumstances occurred just prior to or on the flight in question, or on the previous flight operated by the same aircraftflight immediately prior to that flight, in so far as they affect the flight in question.
Amendment 301 #
2013/0072(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 5
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 5
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004
Article 6 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
Article 6 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
Passengers shall have a right to compensation from the operating air carrier in accordance with Article 7 where the passenger arrive’s journey ends at itsthe final destination:
Amendment 337 #
2013/0072(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 5
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 5
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004
Article 6 – paragraph 4
Article 6 – paragraph 4
An operating air carrier shall not be obliged to pay compensation in accordance with Article 7, if it can prove that the delay or change of schedule is caused by extraordinary circumstances and that the delay or change of schedule could not have been avoided even if all reasonable measures had been taken. Such extraordinary circumstances can only be invoked insofar they affect the flight concerned or the previous flight operated by the same aircrafttwo conditions laid down in Article 5(3) have been fulfilled.
Amendment 345 #
2013/0072(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 5
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 5
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004
Article 6 – paragraph 5
Article 6 – paragraph 5
Subject to safety constraints, where a tarmac delay exceeds one hour, the operating air carrier shall provide free of charge access to toilet facilities and drinking water, shall ensure adequate heating or cooling of the passenger cabin, and shall ensure that adequate medical attention is available if needed. Where a tarmac delay reaches a maximum of fivthree hours, the aircraft shall return to the gate or another suitable disembarkation point where passengers shall be allowed to disembark and to benefit from the same assistance as specified in paragraph 1, unless there are safety-related or security- related reasons why the aircraft cannot leave its position on the tarmac.
Amendment 389 #
2013/0072(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 7 – point b
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 7 – point b
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004
Article 7 – paragraph 3
Article 7 – paragraph 3
The compensation referred to in paragraph 1 shall be paid in cash, by electronic bank transfer, bank orders or bank cheques, or, with the agreement of the passenger, in the form of vouchers or other services.
Amendment 397 #
2013/0072(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 7 – point b
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 7 – point b
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004
Article 7 – paragraph 5
Article 7 – paragraph 5
The air carrier may reach a voluntary agreement with the passenger that replaces the compensation provisions set out in paragraph 1, provided that this agreement is confirmed by a document signed by the passenger which remindsand that the passenger has been informed of his rights to compensation under this Regulation.'
Amendment 398 #
2013/0072(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 7 – point b
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 7 – point b
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004
Article 7 – paragraph 5 a (new)
Article 7 – paragraph 5 a (new)
The burden of proof as to when and how the passenger has accepted the form of payment of compensation or of reimbursement of ticket costs set out in Article 7(3), as well as when and whether the passenger has accepted the agreement referred to in paragraph 5, shall rest with the operating air carrier.
Amendment 425 #
2013/0072(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 9 – point b
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 9 – point b
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004
Article 9 – paragraph 4
Article 9 – paragraph 4
If the operating air carrier can prove that the cancellation, delay or change of schedule is caused by extraordinary circumstances and that the cancellation, delay or change of schedule could not have been avoided even if all reasonable measures had been taken, it may limit the total cost of accommodation provided according to paragraph 1(b) to EUR 100 per night and per passenger and to a maximum of 3 nights. If the operating air carrier chooses to apply this limitation, it shall nevertheless provide the passengers with information about available accommodation after the three nights, in addition to the continued obligations for information specified in Article 14. This provision shall not apply with regard to the extraordinary circumstances referred to in point 1(ii) of the Annex.
Amendment 434 #
2013/0072(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 11
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 11
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004
Article 11 – paragraph 3
Article 11 – paragraph 3
The operating air carrier shall not apply the limitations set out in Articles 9(4) and 9(5) if the passenger is a person with a disability, a person with reduced mobility or any person accompanying him/her, an unaccompanied child, a pregnant woman or a person in need of specific medical assistance, on condition the air carrier or its agent or the organiser has been notified of their particular needs for assistance at least 48 hours before the scheduled time of departure of the flight, Such notification shall be deemed to cover the entire journey and the return journey if both journeys have been contracted with the same air carrier.
Amendment 453 #
2013/0072(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 13
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 13
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004
Article 14 – paragraph 2
Article 14 – paragraph 2
An operating air carrier denying boarding or cancelling a flight shall provide each passenger affected with a written notice setting out the rules for compensation and assistance in line with this Regulation, including information on possible limitations pursuant to Articles 9(4) and 9(5). It shall also provide each passenger affected by a delay or a change of schedule of at least two hours with an equivalent notice. The address of the carrier to which complaints may be submitted and the contact details of the competent complaint handling bodies designated under Article 16a shall also be given to the passenger in written form.
Amendment 464 #
2013/0072(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 13
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 13
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004
Article 14 – paragraph 7 a (new)
Article 14 – paragraph 7 a (new)
In Article 14, the following paragraph shall be inserted: 7a. The airport managing body and the operating air carrier shall ensure that information on delayed, early and cancelled flights, as well as on the causes of irregularities during transport – provided that such a cause can be ascertained in a manner that does not raise concerns – is published and retained for two years on their Internet sites.
Amendment 474 #
2013/0072(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 14
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 14
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004
Article 16 – paragraph 2
Article 16 – paragraph 2
The National Enforcement Body shall closely monitor compliance with the requirements of this Regulation and take the measures necessary to ensure that the rights of passengers are respected. For this purpose, air carriers and airport managing bodies shall provide the relevant documents to the National Enforcement Body at its request. In order to carry out its functions, the National Enforcement Body shall also take account of the information submitted to it by the body designated under Article 16a. It may also decide on enforcement actions based onto impose penalties for the failure to fulfil the obligations set out by the body designated under Article 16a on the basis of individual complaints transmitted by theat body designated under Article 16a.
Amendment 502 #
2013/0072(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 15
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 15
In Article 16a, the following paragraph shall be inserted: 5a. Should a complaint be received regarding an incident at an airport in another Member State or involving a flight originating in a third country with a destination in another Member State, the body shall transmit the complaint in accordance with its competence to the body in that Member State.
Amendment 503 #
2013/0072(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 15
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 15
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004
Article 16a – paragraph 5 b (new)
Article 16a – paragraph 5 b (new)
In Article 16a, the following paragraph shall be inserted: 5b. Claims under this Regulation shall be time-barred after one year has elapsed from the date of transport, or, if no transport service was performed, from the date when it was scheduled to be performed.
Amendment 508 #
2013/0072(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 15
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 15
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004
Article 16b – paragraph 2
Article 16b – paragraph 2
Member States shall provide annually a report on their activities to the Commission, at the latest at the end of April of the following calendar year. The Commission may decide on the issues to be addressed in these reports via implementing acts. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the procedure referred to in Article 16c.
Amendment 528 #
2013/0072(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 4
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 4
Regulation (EC) No 2027/97
Article 6b – paragraph 1
Article 6b – paragraph 1
Amendment 529 #
2013/0072(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 4
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 4
Regulation (EC) No 2027/97
Article 6b – paragraph 2
Article 6b – paragraph 2
Amendment 565 #
2013/0072(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1
Annex 1
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004
Annex 1 – paragraph 1 – point ii
Annex 1 – paragraph 1 – point ii
technical problems which are not inherent in the normal operation of the aircraft, such as the identification of a defect during the flight operation concerned and which prevents the normal continuation of the operation; or a hidden manufacturing defect revealed by the manufacturer or a competent authority and which impinges on flight safetyffect the operation of the aircraft, caused by natural disasters, sabotage, terrorism, meteorological conditions, collision with a foreign body; or a hidden manufacturing defect revealed by the manufacturer or a competent authority, or a defect that arose during the flight for reasons other than those referred to in point 2(i), if such a defect impinges on flight safety and renders normal continuation of the flight impossible;
Amendment 54 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 6
Recital 6
Amendment 58 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 6
Recital 6
(6) Member States should also ensure that all functions necessary to the sustainable operations, maintenance, and development of the rail infrastructure will be managed in a consistent manner by the infrastructure manager itself, which does not prevent a Member State from having many managers operating on stand-alone rail lines or sections thereof.
Amendment 60 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 7
Recital 7
Amendment 65 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 8
Recital 8
Amendment 74 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 9
Recital 9
Amendment 82 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 10
Recital 10
Amendment 91 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 11
Recital 11
Amendment 98 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 12
Recital 12
Amendment 106 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 13
Recital 13
Amendment 121 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 19
Recital 19
Amendment 130 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 19 a (new)
Recital 19 a (new)
(19a) In the light of the experience acquired through the network of regulatory bodies provided for in Article 57 of Directive 2012/34/EU, the Commission may draw up a legislative proposal strengthening establishing a European regulatory body.
Amendment 138 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 19 b (new)
Recital 19 b (new)
(19b) The Commission should assess the impact of this Directive on the development of the labour market for railway staff.
Amendment 144 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 20 a (new)
Recital 20 a (new)
Amendment 145 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 20 b (new)
Recital 20 b (new)
(20b) The regulatory body should analyse rail system efficiency from the viewpoint of productive efficiency, namely the ability to provide the same level of output at a lower cost, or a higher level of output at the same cost.
Amendment 146 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 20 c (new)
Recital 20 c (new)
Amendment 147 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 20 d (new)
Recital 20 d (new)
(20d) A new open access service should be allowed to access the market unhindered provided that the new service is mainly revenue-generating rather than revenue- abstracting for the rail sector, and provided that the revenue loss for the operator under the relevant public service contract is not substantial. A mainly revenue-generating service should mean a service whose net benefit in terms of new rail sector revenues exceeds any losses of revenues incurred by the operator under the relevant public service contract. New rail sector revenues should be understood as revenues deriving from passenger flows that are either taken from other modes or that constitute entirely new travel flows. When estimating the revenue loss of the operator under the public service contract, the regulatory body should estimate the total decrease in revenue under the public service contract assuming the new open access entry, as compared to a baseline without the open access entry, other things assumed equal. For this assessment, the regulatory body may define a threshold. In addition, total rail passenger volume, e.g. in terms of passenger-kilometres, may also be defined as a criterion in the assessment. The competent authority that awarded the public service contract should compensate the railway undertaking performing the public service contract for the losses of revenue it incurs as a result of a new open access service until the date of expiry of the PSO contract.
Amendment 159 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 1 – point a
Article 1 – point 1 – point a
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 3
Article 3
Amendment 163 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 1 – point a
Article 1 – point 1 – point a
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 3 – point 2
Article 3 – point 2
»(2) ‘infrastructure manager’ means any body or firm ensuring, in particular, the development, operation and maintenance of railway infrastructure on a network; development includes network planning, financial and investment planning as well as building and upgrades of the infrastructure; operation of the infrastructure includes all elements of the process of train path allocation, including both the definition and the assessment of availability and the allocation of individual paths, traffic management and infrastructure charging, including determination and collection of the charges; maintenance includes infrastructure renewals and the other asset management activities’;
Amendment 168 #
Amendment 179 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 1 – point c – indent 3a (new)
Article 1 – point 1 – point c – indent 3a (new)
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 3 – point 31 – indent 3 a (new)
Article 3 – point 31 – indent 3 a (new)
or - an undertaking consisting of distinct divisions, including an infrastructure manager and one or several divisions providing transport services that do not necessarily have distinct legal personalities;
Amendment 190 #
Amendment 194 #
Amendment 249 #
Amendment 255 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7 a – title
Article 7 a – title
Amendment 257 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7 a – paragraph 1
Article 7 a – paragraph 1
Amendment 261 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7 a – paragraph 2
Article 7 a – paragraph 2
Amendment 267 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Amendment 274 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7 a – paragraph 4
Article 7 a – paragraph 4
Amendment 278 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7 a – paragraph 5
Article 7 a – paragraph 5
Amendment 281 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7b
Article 7b
Amendment 285 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7b – title
Article 7b – title
Amendment 289 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7 b – paragraph 1
Article 7 b – paragraph 1
Amendment 294 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7 b – paragraph 2
Article 7 b – paragraph 2
Amendment 306 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7 b – paragraph 3
Article 7 b – paragraph 3
Amendment 321 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7 b – paragraph 4
Article 7 b – paragraph 4
Amendment 329 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7 b – paragraph 5
Article 7 b – paragraph 5
Amendment 337 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7 b – paragraph 6
Article 7 b – paragraph 6
Amendment 344 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7 b – paragraph 7
Article 7 b – paragraph 7
Amendment 351 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7 c
Article 7 c
Amendment 356 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7c – Title
Article 7c – Title
Amendment 360 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7 c – paragraph 1
Article 7 c – paragraph 1
Amendment 367 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7 c – paragraph 2
Article 7 c – paragraph 2
Amendment 372 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7c – paragraph 3
Article 7c – paragraph 3
Amendment 379 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7c – paragraph 4
Article 7c – paragraph 4
Amendment 382 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7 c – paragraph 5
Article 7 c – paragraph 5
Amendment 385 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
1. Member States shall ensure that infrastructure managers set up and organise Coordination Committees for each network. Membership of this committee shall be open at least to the infrastructure manager, bodies responsible for essential functions, known applicants in the sense of Article 8(3) and, upon their request, potential applicants, their representative organisations, representatives of users of the rail freight and passenger transport services and, where relevant, regional and local authorities. Member State representatives and the regulatory body concerned shall be invited to the meetings of the Coordination Committee as observers.
Amendment 402 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7 d – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
Article 7 d – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
Without prejudice to commercial confidentiality, The Coordination Committee shall have the power to request relevant information from the infrastructure managany of its members on points (a) to (g) in order to be able to carry out these tasks.
Amendment 407 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7 d – paragraph 3
Article 7 d – paragraph 3
3. The Coordination Committee shall draw up rules of procedure that include, in particular, rules on participation in and frequency of meetings which shall be at least quarterly. A report of the Coordination Committee's discussions shall be submitted annually to the infrastructure manager, the Member State, and the regulatory body concerned and the Commission with an indication of the respective positions taken by the Committee members.
Amendment 413 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7 e – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 7 e – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Amendment 424 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7 e – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Article 7 e – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Amendment 428 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7 e – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 a (new)
Article 7 e – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 a (new)
Amendment 429 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 7 e – paragraph 2
Article 7 e – paragraph 2
Amendment 436 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Amendment 451 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 6 – point a
Article 1 – point 6 – point a
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 11 – paragraph 1
Article 11 – paragraph 1
1. Member States may limit the right of access provided for in Article 10(2) to passenger services between a given place of departure and a given destination when one or more public service contracts cover the same route or an alternative route if the exercise of this right would compromise the economic equilibrium of the public service contract or contracts in question. Competent authorities and infrastructure managers shall give advance notice to all interested parties of capacity requests pursuant to Regulation 1370/2007 that may conflict with the rights of access pursuant to Article 10 of this Directive. All passenger services that are not part of a public service contract shall be referred to as open access services. If a competent authority creates a new public service contract, or extends the scope of an existing one, in the sense of using more infrastructure capacity than was previously used, the undertakings that provide existing open access services which may be affected by that decision shall not be subject to any limitations in access rights. These undertakings shall receive advance notice of the decision and, if justified, financial compensation based on a decision of the regulatory body, based on a procedure analogous to the one defined in this article for determining a prejudice to economic equilibrium.
Amendment 460 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 6 – point b
Article 1 – point 6 – point b
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 11 – paragraph 2
Article 11 – paragraph 2
In order to determine whether the economic equilibrium of a public service contract would be compromised, the relevant regulatory body or bodies referred to in Article 55 shall make an objective economic analysis and base its decision on pre-determined criteria. They shall determine this after a request from any of the following, submitted wi economic equilibrium of the public service contract shall not be deemed to be compromised if the regulatory body predicts that the prospective new service shall be mainly revenue-generating rather thian one month from the information on the intended passenger service referred to in Article 38(4):revenue- abstracting for the rail sector, and that the revenue loss for the set of services under the public service contract, if any, shall not be substantial.
Amendment 466 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 6 – point b
Article 1 – point 6 – point b
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 11 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
Article 11 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
The relevant regulatory body shall carry out the economic analysis and issue the reasoned decision referred to in this paragraph following a request from the railway undertaking seeking access, provided that the request is submitted not more than a reasonable number of years before the intended start of service. Without prejudice to paragraph 3, the decision of the regulatory body shall be binding on all parties concerned for a reasonable number of years after its notification, or until the expiry date of the public service contract, whichever is sooner. The competent authority that awarded the public service contract shall compensate the railway undertaking performing the public service contract for the losses of revenue it incurs as a result of the new service until the date of expiry of the PSO contract.
Amendment 477 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 7
Article 1 – point 7
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 13 a – paragraph 1
Article 13 a – paragraph 1
Amendment 493 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 7
Article 1 – point 7
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 13 a – paragraph 2
Article 13 a – paragraph 2
2. Member States shall require railway undertakings operating passenger services to put in place and coordinate contingency plans to provide assistance to passengers, in the sense of Article 18 of Regulation (EC) No 1371/2007,set up and coordinate with respect to major EU routes, national contingency plans to provide assistance to passengers in the event of a major disruption to services.
Amendment 505 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 - point 7b (new)
Article 1 - point 7b (new)
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 31 – paragraph 4
Article 31 – paragraph 4
7b. In Article 31 – paragraph 4 the following subparagraph is added: In such a case, the Member State may decide that the revenue from the scarcity charge shall be used for infrastructure investment projects aiming at relieving capacity constraints.
Amendment 511 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 8
Article 1 – point 8
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 38 – paragraph 4
Article 38 – paragraph 4
4. Where an applicant intends to request infrastructure capacity with a view to operating a passenger service, it shall inform the infrastructure managers and the regulatory bodies concerned no less thanaccording to deadlines specified by the Member States. The deadlines specified by Member States shall not exceed 18 months before the entry into force of the working timetable to which the request for capacity relates. In order to enable regulatory bodies concerned to assess the potential economic impact on existing public service contracts, regulatory bodies shall ensure that any competent authority that has awarded a rail passenger service on that route defined in a public service contract, any other interested competent authority with the right to limit access under Article 11 and any railway undertaking performing the public service contract on the route of that passenger service is informed without undue delay and at the latest within five days. The regulatory bodies concerned shall not transmit to any third party any commercial data other than the origin, destination and intermediate stops of the service for which capacity is requested.
Amendment 531 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 - point 8 c (new)
Article 1 - point 8 c (new)
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 56 – paragraph 6
Article 56 – paragraph 6
8c. Article 56 – paragraph 6 is replaced by the following: 6. The regulatory body shall ensure that charges set by the infrastructure manager comply with Section 2 of Chapter IV and are non-discriminatory. The regulatory body shall also ensure that charges set by the infrastructure manager, by operators of service facilities, or by railway undertakings for access, including track access, to passenger stations, their buildings and other facilities, including travel information display, are non- discriminatory. In order to ensure that this is achieved, any planned change to the structure or level of the charges referred to in this paragraph shall be communicated to the regulatory body not later than two months before its planned entry into force. The regulatory body may require any reduction or increase in the planned change, its deferral to a later date, or its cancellation, not later than one month before its planned entry into force. Negotiations between applicants and an infrastructure manager concerning the level of infrastructure charges shall only be permitted if these are carried out under the supervision of the regulatory body. The regulatory body shall intervene if negotiations are likely to contravene the requirements of this Chapter.
Amendment 534 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 - point 8 c (new)
Article 1 - point 8 c (new)
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 56 – paragraph 9
Article 56 – paragraph 9
8c. Subparagraph 3 of Article 56 – paragraph 9 is replaced by the following: In the event of an appeal against a refusal to grant infrastructure capacity, or against the terms of an offer of capacity, the regulatory body shall either confirm that no modification of the infrastructure manager's decision is required, or it shall require modification of that decision in accordance with directions specified by the regulatory body, not later than one month after the appeal is received. The infrastructure manager shall comply as soon as is materially feasible, and in any case not later than one month after receiving notification of the request from the regulatory body.
Amendment 541 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 - point 8 d (new)
Article 1 - point 8 d (new)
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 56 – paragraph 10
Article 56 – paragraph 10
Amendment 543 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 - point 8 d (new)
Article 1 - point 8 d (new)
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 57
Article 57
8d. In Article 57the following paragraph 9 a is added: 9a. Where an applicant believes that the decisions of one or more infrastructure managers or bodies in charge of essential functions are hindering the development of cross-border services, the applicant may submit a request for a regulatory opinion directly to the network. This request shall also constitute a request for a decision from the relevant national regulatory body or bodies. The network shall, if appropriate, require relevant information from the infrastructure managers or bodies in charge of essential functions and, in any case, from the relevant national regulatory bodies, in accordance with the procedure described in Article 57(4). The network shall then issue a non-binding opinion, aiming at facilitating rather than hindering the services in question. The opinion shall be communicated to the relevant national regulatory bodies and to the applicant not later than one month after the request is received. The relevant national regulatory bodies shall take the opinion of the network into consideration before taking their decisions, not later than one month after the opinion of the network is received, and shall justify to the applicant in writing any deviation from that opinion.
Amendment 558 #
2013/0029(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 - point 9 i (new)
Article 1 - point 9 i (new)
Directive 2012/34/EU
Article 63 – paragraph 1
Article 63 – paragraph 1
9i. In Article 63 – paragraph 1 the following subparagraph is added: The Commission shall, no later than 18 months after the entry into force of this Directive, assess its impact on the development of the labour market for railway staff.
Amendment 111 #
2013/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 point 1 – point a
Article 1 point 1 – point a
Regulation (EC) No. 1370/2007
Article 2 – point c
Article 2 – point c
Amendment 129 #
2013/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 1 – point b
Article 1 – point 1 – point b
Regulation (EC) No. 1370/2007
Article 2 – point e
Article 2 – point e
Amendment 150 #
2013/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – – point 2
Article 1 – – point 2
Regulation (EC) No. 1370/2007
Article 2 a (new) – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 2 a (new) – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
1. Competent authorities shall establish and regularly update public passenger transport plans covering all relevant transport modes for the territory for which they are responsible. These public transport plans shall define the objectives of public transport policy and the means to implement them covering all relevant transport modes for the territory for which they are responsible. They shall at least include:
Amendment 160 #
2013/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 2
Article 1 – point 2
Regulation (EC) No. 1370/2007
Article 2 a (new) – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 – point b
Article 2 a (new) – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 – point b
(b) basic requirements to be fulfilled by public transport offer such as accessibility, territorial connectivity, security,, including in respect of modal and intermodal interconnections at main connecting hubs, offer characteristics such as times of operation, frequency of services and minimum degree of capacity utilisation;
Amendment 181 #
2013/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 2
Article 1 – point 2
Regulation (EC) No. 1370/2007
Article 2 a (new) – paragraph 1 - subparagraph 1 – point e
Article 2 a (new) – paragraph 1 - subparagraph 1 – point e
other operational requirements such as transport of bicycles, traffic management, contingency plan in case of disturbances.
Amendment 219 #
2013/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 2
Article 1 – point 2
Regulation (EC) No. 1370/2007
Article 2 a (new) – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1
Article 2 a (new) – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1
"The specifications of public service obligations and the related compensation of the net financial effect of public service obligations shall: achieve the objectives of the public transport plan in the most cost effective manner, avoid over- and under- compensation and financially sustain the provision of public passenger transports in long term. "
Amendment 220 #
2013/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 2
Article 1 – point 2
Regulation (EC) No. 1370/2007
Article 2 a (new) – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 – point a
Article 2 a (new) – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 – point a
Amendment 224 #
2013/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 2
Article 1 – point 2
Regulation (EC) No. 1370/2007
Article 2 a (new) – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 – point b
Article 2 a (new) – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 – point b
Amendment 241 #
2013/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 2
Article 1 – point 2
Regulation (EC) No. 1370/2007
Article 2 a (new) – paragraph 6 – point b
Article 2 a (new) – paragraph 6 – point b
Amendment 298 #
2013/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 4 – point a
Article 1 – point 4 – point a
Regulation (EC) No. 1370/2007
Article 5 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1
Article 5 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1
Amendment 317 #
2013/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 4 – point a
Article 1 – point 4 – point a
Regulation (EC) No. 1370/2007
Article 5 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2
Article 5 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2
Amendment 327 #
2013/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 4 – point b
Article 1 – point 4 – point b
Regulation (EC) No. 1370/2007
Article 5 – paragraph 6
Article 5 – paragraph 6
Amendment 381 #
2013/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 point 5
Article 1 point 5
Regulation (EC) No. 1370/2007
Article 5 a (new) – paragraph 4
Article 5 a (new) – paragraph 4
Amendment 396 #
2013/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 point 8 – point a
Article 1 point 8 – point a
Regulation (EC) No. 1370/2007
Article 8 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
Article 8 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
2. Without prejudice to paragraph 3, the award of public service contracts by rail with the exception offor road transport services and other track-based modes of transport, such as metro or tramways, shall comply with Article 5(3) as from 3 December 2019. AllThe granting of public service contracts by other track-based modes and by road must have been awarded in compliance with Article 5(3) by 3 December 2019 at the latestfor public passenger rail transport from 3 December 2029 shall take place in accordance with Article 5. During these transitional period running until 3 December 2019s, Member States shall take measures to gradually comply with Article 5(3) in order to avoid serious structural problems in particular relating to transport capacity.
Amendment 401 #
2013/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 point 8 – point b
Article 1 point 8 – point b
Regulation (EC) No. 1370/2007
Article 8 – paragraph 2 a (new)
Article 8 – paragraph 2 a (new)
Amendment 134 #
2013/0016(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point b
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point b
(b) networks that are functionally separate from the rest of the railway system and intended only for the operation of regional, local, urban or suburban passenger services, as well as railway undertakings operating solely on these networks;
Amendment 135 #
2013/0016(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point b a (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point b a (new)
(ba) Organizationally and technically separate railway lines using a track gauge different than the one dominant in the given Member State, having direct access to the railway infrastructure of countries outside the EU, as well as railway undertakings operating solely on these lines;
Amendment 177 #
2013/0016(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 4 – paragraph 1
Article 4 – paragraph 1
1. Member States and the Agency each for their own missions shall ensure that railway safety is generally maintained and, where reasonably practicable, continuously improved, taking into consideration the development of Union legislation and technical and scientific progress and giving priority to the prevention of serious accidents.
Amendment 184 #
2013/0016(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 a (new)
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 a (new)
Member States shall ensure that measures to develop and improve railway safety take account of the need for a system based approach. The main actors of the railway system shall bear the responsibility for the safety of the system, each for their own duties, without prejudice to civil liability in accordance with the legal requirements of the Member States.
Amendment 192 #
2013/0016(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point c
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point c
(c) to establish practical implementation and application of safety management systems in accordance with this Directive.
Amendment 194 #
2013/0016(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point c a (new)
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point c a (new)
(ca) the keepers and carriers not being railway undertakings including subcontractors
Amendment 195 #
2013/0016(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point c b (new)
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point c b (new)
(cb) consignees and the unloaders
Amendment 224 #
2013/0016(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
Article 6 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
When drafting the recommaendations, the Agency shall take account of the opinion of the users, national safety authorities and of the stakeholders. The recommendations shall enclose a report on the results of this consultation and a report assessing the impact of the new CSM to be adopted.
Amendment 278 #
2013/0016(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 3
Article 10 – paragraph 3
3. The single safety certificate shall specify the type and extent of the railway operations covered. It shall be valid throughout the Union for equivalent operations. The safety certificate may also include sidings owned by the railway undertaking if they were included in its safety management system.
Amendment 317 #
2013/0016(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 6 a (new)
Article 10 – paragraph 6 a (new)
6a. The holder of a single safety certificate whose certificate has been revoked, either by the Agency or by the National Safety Agency, has the right to appeal, in the same way as it is indicated in art. 10 (3).
Amendment 344 #
2013/0016(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 12 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 – subparagraph 1
Article 12 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 – subparagraph 1
authorisation confirming acceptance of the infrastructure manager's safety management system laid down in Article 9 , which shall include the procedures and provisions for meeting the requirements necessary for the safe design, maintenance and operation of the railway infrastructure, including, where appropriate, the maintenance and operation of the traffic control and signalling system. The safety authorisation may also include sidings owned by the infrastructure manager if they were included in its safety management system.
Amendment 392 #
2013/0016(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 17 – paragraph 2
Article 17 – paragraph 2
2. The Agency and the national safety authorities shall be free to carry out all inspections, audits and investigations that are needed for accomplishment of their tasks and they shall be granted access to all relevant documents and to premises, installations and equipment of infrastructure managers and railway undertakings.
Amendment 413 #
2013/0016(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 30 – paragraph 2
Article 30 – paragraph 2
Until [specific date to be inserted by OPOCE - twofive years after the date of entry into force], the national safety authorities shall continue to grant safety certificates in accordance with the provisions of Directive 2004/49/EC. Such safety certificates shall be valid until their date of expiry.
Amendment 419 #
2013/0016(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 32 – paragraph 1
Article 32 – paragraph 1
1. Member States shall bring into force the laws, regulations and administrative provisions necessary to comply with Articles 2, 3, 4, 8, 10, 16, 18, 20 and Annex I by [specific date to be inserted by OPOCE - twofive years after the date of entry into force] at the latest. They shall forthwith communicate to the Commission the text of those provisions.
Amendment 421 #
2013/0016(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 33 – paragraph 1
Article 33 – paragraph 1
Directive 2004/49/EC, as amended by the Directives listed in Annex II, Part A, is repealed with effect from [specific date to be inserted by OPOCE –twofive years after the date of entry into force], without prejudice to the obligations of the Member States concerning the time limits for transposition into national law and application of the Directives set out in Annex II, Part B.
Amendment 423 #
2013/0016(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 34 – paragraph 2
Article 34 – paragraph 2
Articles 10 and 11 shall apply from [specific date to be inserted by OPOCE - twofive years after the date of entry into force].
Amendment 97 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – paragraph 3 – point b
Article 1 – paragraph 3 – point b
(b) networks that are functionally separate from the rest of the rail system and intended only for the operation of regional, local, urban or suburban passenger services, as well as railway undertakings operating solely on these networks.
Amendment 99 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – paragraph 3 – point b
Article 1 – paragraph 3 – point b
(b) networks that are functionally separate from the rest of the railway system and intended only for the operation of regional, local, urban or suburban passenger services, as well as railway undertakings operating solely on these networks.;
Amendment 101 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – paragraph 3 – point b a (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 3 – point b a (new)
(ba) Organizationally and technically separate railway lines using a track gauge different than the one dominant in the given Member State, having direct access to the railway infrastructure of countries outside the EU, as well as railway undertakings operating solely on these lines.
Amendment 103 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – paragraph 3 – point b a (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 3 – point b a (new)
Amendment 113 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 12
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 12
(12) ‘upgrading’ means any major modification work on a subsystem or part subsystem of it which results in a change in the technical file accompanying the ‘EC’ declaration of verification, if this technical file exists, and which improves the overall performance of the subsystem;
Amendment 122 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 13
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 13
(13) ‘renewal’ means any major substitution work on a subsystem or part of it which does not change the overall performance of the subsystem means any substitution work on a subsystem or part of it which does not change the overall performance of the subsystem;
Amendment 129 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 19
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 19
(19) ‘project at an advanced stage of development’ means any project whose planning/construction stage has reached a point where a change in the technical specifications may compromise the viability of the project as planned; ;would be unacceptable to the Member State concerned. Such an impediment may be legal, contractual, economic, financial, social or environmental in nature and must be duly substantiated.
Amendment 180 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – point c a (new)
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – point c a (new)
(ca) for any proposed renewal, extension or upgrading of an existing subsystem, when the application of these TSIs would compromise the economic viability of the project and/or the compatibility of the rail system in that Member State;
Amendment 183 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – point c b (new)
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – point c b (new)
(cb) for vehicles coming from or going to third countries the track gauge of which is different from that of the main rail network within the Community
Amendment 188 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 – paragraph 1
Article 9 – paragraph 1
1. Member States and the Agency shall consider as being interoperable and meeting the essential requirements, those interoperability constituents which are covered by the 'EC' declaration of conformity or suitability for use.
Amendment 189 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 – paragraph 3
Article 9 – paragraph 3
3. Member States and the Agency shall consider that an interoperability constituent meets the essential requirements if it complies with the conditions laid down by the corresponding TSI or the corresponding European specifications developed to comply with these conditions.
Amendment 197 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 14 – paragraph 2
Article 14 – paragraph 2
2. Member States shall notify the full text of existing national rules to the Agency and the Commission through the appropriate IT system in accordance with article 23 of Regulation (EU) No …/… [Agency Regulation]. Member States shall submit the full text if possible, otherwise at least the reference to the appropriate document.
Amendment 204 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 14 – paragraph 4
Article 14 – paragraph 4
4. If a Member State intends to introduce a new national rule, it shall notify the draft at the initial stage of development to the Agency and the Commission through the appropriate IT system in accordance with Article 23 of Regulation (EU) No …/….../... [Agency Regulation].
Amendment 206 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 14 – paragraph 5
Article 14 – paragraph 5
5. Member States shall ensure that national rules, including those covering the interfaces between vehicles and network, are made available free of charge if possible and in aclear language that can be understood by allthe parties concerned.
Amendment 218 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
Article 18 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
Each national safety authority shall authorise the placing in service of thect as a one-stop-shop for all fixed installations: energy and, infrastructure and trackside control command and signalling subsystems which are located or operated in the territory of its Member State.
Amendment 229 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
Article 18 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
Amendment 231 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 3
Article 18 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 3
Amendment 342 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 20 – paragraph 9 a (new)
Article 20 – paragraph 9 a (new)
9 a. The authorisation for vehicles operated or intended to be operated exclusively on a network with track gauge (1.520 mm, 1.524 mm, 1.600 mm) either being different from the main rail network within the Union or on a rail network being geographically fully separated, the vehicle authorisation shall be granted by the national safety authority.
Amendment 345 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 20 – paragraph 9 b (new)
Article 20 – paragraph 9 b (new)
9b. Member States may decide not to require any authorisation by the responsible safety authority for vehicles registered in third countries entering the network of Member States the track gauge of which is different from that of the main rail network within the Union. In this case the authorisation in only valid on this network.
Amendment 402 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 44 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 44 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
1. The Agency shall set up and keep a register of authorisations to place vehicle types on the market issued in accordance with Article 22 types of vehicles authorised by the Member States for placing in service. This register shall meet the following criteria:
Amendment 403 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 44 – paragraph 2
Article 44 – paragraph 2
2. The Commission shall adopt common specifications relating to content, data format, functional and technical architecture, operating mode and rules for data input and consultation for the register of authorisations to place vehicle types on the marketed types of vehicles by means of implementing acts. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 48(3).
Amendment 407 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 45 – paragraph 2
Article 45 – paragraph 2
2. The values of the parameters recorded in the register of infrastructure shall be used in combination with the values of the parameters recorded in the vehicle authorisation for placing on the marketregister of authorised types of vehicles to check the technical compatibility between vehicle and network.
Amendment 417 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 51 – paragraph 1
Article 51 – paragraph 1
1. Member States may continue to apply the provisions set out in Chapter V of Directive 2008/57/EC until [two five years after the date of entry into force].
Amendment 418 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 51 – paragraph 1
Article 51 – paragraph 1
1. Member States may continue to apply the provisions set out in Chapter V of Directive 2008/57/EC until [twofive years after the date of entry into force].
Amendment 420 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 54 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 54 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Member States shall bring into force the laws, regulations and administrative provisions necessary to comply with Article 1, Article 2, Article 7(1) to (4), Article 11(1), Article 13, Article 14(1) to (7), Article 15(1) to (6), Articles 17 to 21, Article 22(3) to (7), Articles 23 to 36, Article 37(2), Article 38, Article 39, Articles 41 to 43, Article 45(1) to (5), Article 51, and Annexes I to III by [twofive years after the date of entry into force] at the latest . They shall forthwith communicate to the Commission the text of those measures and a correlation table between those measures and this Directive. The correlation tables are needed to enable all actors concerned to clearly identify the relevant provisions applicable at national level for the implementation of this Directive.
Amendment 423 #
2013/0015(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 55 – paragraph 1
Article 55 – paragraph 1
Directive 2008/57/EC , as amended by the Directives listed in Annex IV, Part A, is repealed with effect from [twofive years after the date of entry into force] , without prejudice to the obligations of the Member States relating to the time limits for the transposition into national law of the Directives set out in Annex IV, Part B .
Amendment 181 #
2013/0014(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 18 – title
Article 18 – title
Authorisations for placing in service of trackside control-command and signallingERTMS. sub-systems
Amendment 186 #
2013/0014(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 18 – paragraph 1
Article 18 – paragraph 1
The Agency shall issue authorisations for placing in service of the trackside control- command and signalling subsystems located or operated in the entire Unionis the decision making authority for trackside ERTMS in accordance with Article 18 of Directive …... [the Interoperability Directive].
Amendment 15 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Recognises the benefits to Member States of working together for an energy system transformation which must start now; endorses, therefore, the Commission's Energy Roadmap 2050 as the basis for proposing legislative and other initiatives on energy policy with a view to developing a policy framework for 2030, including milestones and targets; notes that defining energy targets for 2050 assumes pan-European governance - creating of the European Energy Community; pursues, within the spirit of the Union, a strategy that will allow Member States to cooperate and not feel repressed under the Roadmap;
Amendment 29 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 a (new)
Paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. Notes that implementing environment and climate policies without taking account of challenges such as energy security cannot be a replacement for an energy policy conducted according to the principle of sustainable development, which guarantees current and future generations equitable, universal and competitive access to energy resources while respecting the natural environment;
Amendment 45 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Highlights the importance of the EU’s energy policy amidst the financial crisis; emphasises the rolecalls for action to be taken to limit thate energy could potentially play in spurring growth and competitiveness in the EU; calls on the Commission to propose post-2020 strategies and to present a 2030 policy framework for European energy policysector’s negative impact on the environment, while taking account of the effects of the action taken on the competitiveness of national economies and the EU economy, as well as on citizens’ security of electricity supply; believes that it is particularly important at a time of economic crisis to be very cautious in making further commitments which would impose a differentiated burden on the economies of the Member States; encourages the Member States to step up their ongoing efforts to reach the current 2020 targets in the area of EU energy policy;
Amendment 60 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3 a (new)
Paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. draws attention to the lack of a basis for increasing the target for reducing emissions in the EU by 2020, as well as for the setting of new post-2020 emission reduction targets, before a global greenhouse gas emission reduction agreement has been signed under the auspices of UNFCCC;
Amendment 79 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Stresses that a clear policy and regulatory framework will stimulate the necessary investments for low-carbemission energy investments; Underlines the importance of an energy strategy focused on increasing the EU's energy security and economic competitiveness through measures such as the diversification of supply routes and sources, and energy efficiency; (This amendment applies throughout the text. Adopting it will necessitate corresponding changes throughout.)
Amendment 88 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Recalls that according to the Treaties it is in the competence of each Member State to define its own energy mix; acknowledges that the Energy Roadmap 2050 complements national, regional and local efforts to modernise energy supply; acknowledges, therefore, the need for Member States to work together on the basis of common objectives, as well as the important role to be played by the EU; urges the Member States and the Commission to continue to pursue options which can meet the EU's decarbonisation objective in an economically efficient, safe and sustainable waclimate goals basing on the principles of sustainable development, energy security and competitiveness of European economy, and to continue with efforts to fully tap the potential for cost- effective energy savings, supported, inter alia, by available Union financial instruments; recognises, at the same time, the merits of developing a coordinated and, where appropriate, common European approach; stresses however that new policies must take into consideration differences between the Member States and have to implement intelligent and flexible measures tailored to each MS energy mix and potential to reduce emissions, and cannot affect MS's rights determined in the Treaties;
Amendment 100 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5 a (new)
Paragraph 5 a (new)
5a. Stresses that basing the energy systems of EU Member States on their own energy resources and on their being able to access them is an essential pillar of energy security; Believes, therefore, that from this perspective it would be most rational for Member States to develop those energy technologies for which they have potential and experience, and which guarantee them a continuous and stable supply of energy, while maintaining environmental and climate standards;
Amendment 101 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5 b (new)
Paragraph 5 b (new)
5b. Points out that the main trend of planned actions should not focus on, as is currently the case, achieving top-down scenarios on reduction goals, but rather on implementing action scenarios that take account of issues such as the existing potential in Member States, prospects for the development of economically effective new technologies, and the global effects of implementing the proposed policy, in order then to propose reduction goals for the following years (bottom-up approach);
Amendment 132 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7 a (new)
Paragraph 7 a (new)
7a. Stresses that before the European Union makes commitments regarding post-2020 energy and climate policy, assessments of the impact of the proposals, including the impact on individual Member States, must be prepared and presented by the Commission; considers that such an approach will ensure that the proposals are appropriately assessed with regard to the individual Member States;
Amendment 136 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7 b (new)
Paragraph 7 b (new)
7b. Recalls the uncertainty ensuing from the application of a limited set of analytical instruments, including econometric models, covering the period up to 2050, specifically the Member States' inability to access detailed information on the functioning of certain econometric models (e.g. the PRIMES model); believes that when carrying out such long-term planning, consideration should be given to the general limitations of modelling, as applying different models to draw up such forecasts may produce results that are significantly different; points out that the European Commission, when drafting impact assessments of the actions set out in its communications on a low-carbon economy by 2050, always employs the same undiversified set of modelling instruments, and the Member States are unable in practice to assess them in detail;
Amendment 142 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Recognises that a higher share of renewable energy beyond 2020 is a key aspect of a more sustainable energy system; recognises, furthermore, that all of the decarbonisation scenarios explored in the Commission communication assume an increased share of renewable energy in the EU energy mix of around 30% in gross final energy consumption in 2030; assumes however that no further binding targets shall be adopted before global deal on emission reductions is reached or without symmetrical actions taken by other major economies;
Amendment 227 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 11 a (new)
Paragraph 11 a (new)
11a. Stresses that for many renewable energy resources, it is currently impossible to guarantee stable energy supply under current technological conditions, which entails the need to maintain reserves of conventional energy sources on stand-by; calls on the Commission, in this context, to submit an analysis of how renewable energy sources can be developed sustainably and to support, above all, stable sources of renewable energy; considers that, in the case of less stable energy sources, analyses should be carried out looking into the cost-effectiveness of ensuring reserve power, and energy-storage technologies should be developed;
Amendment 337 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 19 a (new)
Paragraph 19 a (new)
19a. Agrees with the Commission that natural gas will play a decisive role in the transformation of the energy system and help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions gradually;
Amendment 359 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 21
Paragraph 21
21. Believes that natural gas from unconventional gasources has a role to play in the future EU energy mix, and calls on the Commission and the Member States to take the developments surrounding unconventional gas into account when formulating future energy outlook scenarios;
Amendment 444 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 29 a (new)
Paragraph 29 a (new)
29a. Stresses that the capacity of soil and forests to absorb CO2 play important role in lowering CO2 levels in the atmosphere and should also be counted in future development of the ETS;
Amendment 468 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 31
Paragraph 31
31. Believes that prices play a crucial role in energy-related investment and energy production; notes that the different Member States’ policies to promote renewable energy show both successes and problems; takes the opinion that the recent relatively high prices of fossil fuels promote the development of renewable energy; notes, however, that in some Member States the promotion of renewable energy by means of financial support could leads to high energy pricesa rise in energy prices; notes that the cost of long-term support for renewable energy resources is borne directly by energy-intensive industries in the price of the energy that they purchase;
Amendment 3 #
2012/2092(BUD)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Stresses that EU transport policy is key to achieving the priority of sustainable growth of the Europe 2020 Strategy and facilitating the functioning of the EU internal market, whilst at the same time safeguarding cohesion policy;
Amendment 11 #
2012/2092(BUD)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Underlines that at a time of fiscal constraint, innovative solutions are urgently required to mobilise a greater share of private savings and to improve the range of financial instruments available for infrastructure projects, thereby stepping up the promotion of public-private partnership projects; calls for fast implementation of the recently adopted pilot phase of Project Bonds initiative; recalls that results of that pilot phase are of key importance for implementation of the operational phase of the initiative under the Connecting Europe Facility for the period 2014-2020;
Amendment 17 #
2012/2067(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Is of the opinion that the common criteria (non-discrimination, fulfilment of the transport contract, exact and accessible information given in good time before, during and after travel , and appropriate assistance without delay in the event of problems), together with the ten specific passenger rights listed in the Commission communication, form a core of rights cutting across modes;
Amendment 78 #
2012/2067(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Recommends that adequately staffed info points and help desks be set up at places of departure and arrival (airports, railway stations, bus terminals, and ports) and that both carriers and the operators of the above facilities provide more comprehensive assistance to passengers in the event of massive travel disruption bearing in mind special situation in case of small stations etc., places of departure and arrival where alternative way of assistance should be given where key measure should be finanshal aspect;
Amendment 86 #
2012/2067(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10
Paragraph 10
10. Calls for a European Electronic Information Platform where all passengers rights should be actually published and as well data bank to be set up to enable information to be exchanged on infringements of passenger rights and ways of dealing with them; calls on the Commission, in cooperation with the Member States and the national enforcement bodies, to take the necessary steps;
Amendment 130 #
2012/2067(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. Calls on the Commission to produce a standard EU-wide complaint form, to be translated into all EU languages and used for all modes, which should be givenavailable in different modes to passengers when they make a reservation; believes that a fixed maximum time limit for handling complaints should be laid down for all modes;
Amendment 223 #
2012/2067(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 24
Paragraph 24
24. Calls on the Member States, when applying the Rail and Bus Regulations, largely to refrain from making use of derogations simultaneously taking into account economic situation of SMEs , in order to reduce the problems posed by intermodal travel from the point of view of passenger rights;
Amendment 20 #
2012/2031(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Considers that European legislation on animal welfare in transport must not lead to distortions in the free trade in goods or interfere with competition on the market or entail disproportionate economic costs, while the particular situation of peripheral and outermost regions must also be taken into account;
Amendment 3 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital D
Recital D
D. whereas the air traffic volumes are constantly increasing, leading to insufficient capacity and an increase in delays for passengers and lower capacity for carriers, which is equivalent to a reduction in revenue;
Amendment 8 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital H
Recital H
H. whereas the required funding and financial frameworks should be agreed as soon as possible;
Amendment 9 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Recognises the constraints that exist with regards to the implementation of the SES legislation, notwithstandingbut considers that the progress made so far needs to significantly increase and binding time-frames for implementation of the SES need to be laid down;
Amendment 13 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Warns that the increase in air traffic means that Europe’s airspace is fast approaching its maximum capacity and that the network of European airports will soon lose its passenger service capacity; stresses that this problem needs to be urgently addressed;
Amendment 19 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Notes that maintaining the appropriate levels of safety and operational conditions is becoming more and more of a challenge and creating an increased risk of air accident;
Amendment 22 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Recalls the need to make Europe’s airspace as efficient as possible, not only for economic gains but also because of environmental and social benefits;
Amendment 35 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. Insists that enhanced priority should be given to this issue and that proactive political support issupport and political will on the part of the Member States are needed for the full and timely delivery of the SES;
Amendment 82 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 31 a (new)
Paragraph 31 a (new)
31a. Stresses the need for increased involvement of and support for small and medium-sized enterprises using air services, at both local and regional level;
Amendment 85 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 34
Paragraph 34
34. Asks that the SESAR Joint Undertaking body continues its role well into the future as it plays a vital part toin the success of the SES, and stresses the effort that has been made so far to demonstrate its effectiveness;
Amendment 13 #
2012/2004(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2 a (new)
Paragraph 2 a (new)
2 a. Asks the Commission and the Member States to take necessary action in order to provide equal chances for social enterprises when participating in public procurement;
Amendment 32 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 15
Recital 15
(15) The likelihood of diverging regulation is further increased by concerns over tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco products, having a characterising flavour other than tobacco and menthol, which may facilitate uptake of tobacco consumption or affect consumption patterns. For example, in many countries, sales of mentholated products gradually increased even as smoking prevalence overall declined. A number of studies indicated that mentholated tobacco products can facilitate inhalation as well as smoking uptake among young people. Measures introducing unjustified differences of treatment between flavoured cigarettes (e.g. menthol and clove cigarettes) should be avoided36 .
Amendment 35 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 15
Recital 15
(15) The likelihood of diverging regulation is further increased by concerns over tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco products, having a characterising flavour other than tobacco or the traditional flavour of menthol, which may facilitate uptake of tobacco consumption or affect consumption patterns. For example, in many countries, sales of mentholated products gradually increased even as smoking prevalence overall declined. A number of studies indicated that mentholated tobacco products can facilitate inhalation as well as smoking uptake among young people. Measures introducing unjustified differences of treatment between flavoured cigarettes (e.g. menthol and clove cigarettes) should be avoided36.
Amendment 40 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 16
Recital 16
(16) The prohibition of tobacco products with characterising flavours does not prohibit the use of individual additives altogether, but obliges the manufactures to reduce the additive or the combination of additives to such an extent that the additives no longer result in a characterising flavour. The use of additives necessary for manufacturing of tobacco products shouldall be allowed, as long as they do not result in a characterising flavour. The Commission should ensure uniform conditions for the implementation of the provision on characterising flavour. Independent panels should be used by the Member States and by the Commission to assist in such decision making. The application of this Directive should not discriminate between different tobacco varieties.
Amendment 44 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 18
Recital 18
(18) Considering the Directive's focus on young people, tobacco products other than cigarettes, roll-your-own tobacco and smokeless tobacco which are mainly consumed by older consumers, should be granted an exemption from certain ingredients requirements as long as there is no substantial change of circumstances in terms of sales volumes or consumption patterns in relation to young people. The Commission should carefully monitor the use of water-pipe tobacco by young people as there is increasing evidence of their use beyond the traditional, older market;
Amendment 49 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 23
Recital 23
(23) In order to ensure the integrity and the visibility of health warnings and maximise their efficacy, provisions should be made regarding the dimension of the warnings as well as regarding certain aspects of the appearance of the tobacco package, including the opening mechanism. The package and the products may mislead consumers, in particular young people, suggesting that products are less harmful. For instance, this is the case with certain texts or features, such as ‘low-tar’, ‘light’, ‘ultra-light’, ‘mild’, 'natural', 'organic', ‘without additives’, ‘without flavours’, 'slim', names, pictures, and figurative or other signs. Likewise, the size and appearance of individual cigarettes can mislead consumers by creating the impression that they are less harmful. A recent study has also shown that smokers of slim cigarettes were more likely to believe that their own brand might be less harmful. This should be addressed.
Amendment 54 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 23
Recital 23
(23) In order to ensure the integrity and the visibility of health warnings and maximise their efficacy, provisions should be made regarding the dimension of the warnings as well as regarding certain aspects of the appearance of the tobacco package, including the opening mechanism. The package and the products may mislead consumers, in particular young people, suggesting that products are less harmful. For instance, this is the case with certain texts or features, such as ‘low-tar’, ‘light’, ‘ultra-light’, ‘mild’, ‘natural’, ‘organic’, ‘without additives’, ‘without flavours’, ‘slim’, names, pictures, and figurative or other signs. Likewise, the size and appearance of individual cigarettes can mislead consumers by creating the impression that they are less harmful. A recent study has also shown that smokers of slim cigarettes were more likely to believe that their own brand might be less harmful. This should be addressed through appropriate packaging and labelling of such products and by informing consumers about its harmfulness, so that the consumer is fully aware of the consequences of consumption of the product.
Amendment 55 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 23
Recital 23
(23) In order to ensure the integrity and the visibility of health warnings and maximise their efficacy, provisions should be made regarding the dimension of the warnings as well as regarding certain aspects of the appearance of the tobacco package, including the opening mechanism. The package and the products may mislead consumers, in particular young people, suggesting that products are less harmful. For instance, this is the case with certain texts or features, such as ‘low-tar’, ‘light’, ‘ultra-light’, ‘mild’, 'natural', 'organic', ‘without additives’, ‘without flavours’, 'slim', names, pictures, and figurative or other signs. Likewise, the size and appearance of individual cigarettes can mislead consumers by creating the impression that they are less harmful. A recent study has also shown that smokers of slim cigarettes were more likely to believe that their own brand might be less harmful. This should be addressed by packaging and labelling such products appropriately and by informing consumers of their harmfulness, so that they are fully aware of the consequences of using such products.
Amendment 63 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 29
Recital 29
(29) Council Directive 89/622/EEC of 13 November 1989 on the approximation of the laws, regulations and administrative provisions of the Member States concerning the labelling of tobacco products and the prohibition of the marketing of certain types of tobacco for oral use38 prohibited the sale in the Member States of certain types of tobacco for oral use. Directive 2001/37/EC confirmed this prohibition. Article 151 of the Act of Accession of Austria, Finland and Sweden grants the Kingdom of Sweden derogation from this prohibition39 . The prohibitioHowever, the ban ofn the sale of oral tobacco should be maintained in order to prevent the introduction to the internalobacco products for oral use, should not affect historically traditional tobacco products for oral use, marketing of a product that is addictive, has adverse health effects and is attractive to young peoplewhich may be allowed by individual Member States. For other smokeless tobacco products that are not produced for the mass market, a strict labelling and ingredients regulation is considered sufficient to contain market expansion beyond their traditional use.
Amendment 66 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 31
Recital 31
(31) All tobacco products have the potential to cause mortality, morbidity and disability and their consumption should be contained. It is therefore important to monitor developments as regards novel tobacco products. A notification obligation for novel tobacco products should be put on manufacturers and importers, without prejudice to the power of the Member States to ban or to authorise them. The Commission should monitor the developments and submit a report 5 years after the date of transposition of this Directive, in order to assess whether amendments to this Directive are necessary. Children and young people must be educated, as this is the simplest and most effective way of preventing young people from starting to smoke. Consideration should also be given to creating a fund financed by the manufacturers of tobacco products, which would be used to fund anti-smoking campaigns. Member States should harmonise the legal age for purchasing tobacco products at 18.
Amendment 70 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 34
Recital 34
(34) Directive 2001/83/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 6 November 2001 on the Community code relating to medicinal products for human use42 provides a legal framework to assess the quality, safety and efficacy of medicinal products including n. Nicotine containing products. A significant number of nicotine-containing products were already authorised under this regulatory regime. The authorisation takes into account other than the tobacco products covered by this directive should be regulated under the niupcotmine content of the product in question. Subjecting all nicotine-containing products, whose nicotine content equals or exceeds the content of a nicotine containing product previously authorised under Directive 2001/83/EC, to the same legal framework clarifies the legal situation, levels out differences between national legislations, ensures equal treatment of all nicotine containing products usable for smoking cessation purposes and creates incentives for research and innovation in smoking cessation. This should be without prejudice to the application of Directive 2001/83/EC to other products covered by this Directive if the conditions set by Directive 2001/83/EC are fulfilledg review of the pharmaceutical package with the purpose of informing and protecting consumers. The revision may include provisions allowing to market nicotine containing products with lower risk and a positive risk/benefit balance and which can help consumers to quit smoking as consumer products, provided they feature an adapted health warning.
Amendment 100 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 4
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 4
4) 'characterising flavour' means a distinguishable aroma or taste other than tobacco or the traditional flavour of menthol, resulting from an additive or combination of additives, including but not limited to fruit, spice, herb, alcohol, candy, menthol or vanilla observable before or upon intended use of the tobacco product;
Amendment 157 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Member States shall prohibit the placing on the market of tobacco products with a characterising flavour other than the traditional flavour of menthol, provided that there is unequivocal scientific proof that the particular additive increases the product’s toxicity or addictiveness.
Amendment 166 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Member States shall not prohibit the use of additives which are essential for the manufacture of tobacco products, as long as the additives do not result in a product with a characterising flavour.
Amendment 190 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 5
Article 6 – paragraph 5
5. Member States shall prohibit the use of flavourings in the components of tobacco products such as filters, papers, packages, capsules or any technical features allowing modification of flavour or smoke intensity, provided that there is unequivocal scientific proof that the particular additive increases the product’s toxicity or addictiveness. Filters and capsules shall not contain tobacco.
Amendment 207 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 10
Article 6 – paragraph 10
10. Tobacco products other than cigarettes, and roll-your-own tobacco and smokeless tobacco products shall be exempted from the prohibitions laid down in paragraphs 1 and 5. The Commission shall be empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 22 to withdraw this exemption if there is a substantial change of circumstances as established in a Commission report.
Amendment 216 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 7 – paragraph 3
Article 7 – paragraph 3
3. In order to ensure their graphic integrity and visibility, and without prejudice to the labelling provisions in Article 10 and 11, health warnings shall be irremovably printed, indelible and in no way hidden or interrupted, including by tax stamps, price marks, tracking and tracing marks, security features or by any type of wrapper, pouch, jacket, box or other device or by the opening of the unit packet.
Amendment 234 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point c
(c) cover 750 % of the external area of both the front and back surface of the unit packet and any outside packaging;
Amendment 250 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point e
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point e
(e) be positioned at the top edge of the unit packet and any outside packaging, and in the same direction as any other information appearing on the packaging;
Amendment 263 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point g – point i
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point g – point i
(i) height: not less than 6450 mm;
Amendment 284 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Article 10 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
The general warning shall be printed or irremovably affixed on the most visible surface of the unit packet and any outside packaging. The text warnings listed in Annex I shall be rotated in such a way as to guarantee their regular appearance. These warnings shall be printed or irremovably affixed on the other most visible surface of the unit packet and any outside packaging.
Amendment 296 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – point b
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – point b
(b) centred in the area in which they are required to be printed or irremovably affixed, parallel to the top edge of the unit packet and any outside packaging;
Amendment 300 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 5
Article 10 – paragraph 5
Amendment 313 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 11 – paragraph 3
Article 11 – paragraph 3
Amendment 317 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point c
Amendment 318 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point c
Amendment 333 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 12 – paragraph 2
Article 12 – paragraph 2
2. Prohibited elements and features may include but are not limited to texts, symbols, names, trade marks, figurative or other signs, misleading colours, inserts or other additional material such as adhesive labels, stickers, onserts, scratch-offs and sleeves or relate to the shape of the tobacco product itself. Cigarettes with a diameter of less than 7.5 mm shall be deemed to be misleading.
Amendment 334 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 12 – paragraph 2 a (new)
Article 12 – paragraph 2 a (new)
2a. Paragraph 2 shall not apply to trademarks that existed as at 19 December 2012.
Amendment 353 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 13 – paragraph 3
Article 13 – paragraph 3
Amendment 362 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 13 – paragraph 4
Article 13 – paragraph 4
Amendment 363 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 14 – paragraph 1
Article 14 – paragraph 1
1. Member States shall ensure that all unit packets of tobacco products shall be marked with a unique, safe and impossible to duplicate identifier. In order to ensure their integrity, unique identifiers shall be irremovably printed/affixed, indelible and in no way hidden or interrupted in any form, including through tax stamps and price marks, or by the opening of the packet. In relation to products manufactured outside the Union the obligations laid down in this Article apply only to those destined to or placed on the Union market.
Amendment 377 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 15 – paragraph 1
Article 15 – paragraph 1
Member States shall prohibit the placing on the market of tobacco for oral use, without prejudice to Article 151 of the Act of Accession of Austria, Finland and Sweden. This ban shall, however, not affect traditional tobacco products for oral use, which may be allowed by individual Member States.
Amendment 384 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 16 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 16 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
1. Member States shall oblige retail outlets intending to engage in cross-border distance sales to consumers located in the Union to register with the competent authorities in the Member State where the retail outlet is established and in the Member State where the actual or potential consumer is located. Retail outlets established outside the Union have to register with the competent authorities in the Member State where the actual or potential consumer is located. All retail outlets intending to engage in cross- border distance sales shall submit at least the following information to the competent authorities:prohibit cross- border distance sales.
Amendment 385 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 16 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 16 – paragraph 1 – point a
Amendment 386 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 16 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 16 – paragraph 1 – point b
Amendment 387 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 16 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 16 – paragraph 1 – point c
Amendment 388 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 16 – paragraph 2
Article 16 – paragraph 2
Amendment 389 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 16 – paragraph 3
Article 16 – paragraph 3
Amendment 390 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 16 – paragraph 4
Article 16 – paragraph 4
Amendment 391 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 16 – paragraph 5
Article 16 – paragraph 5
Amendment 400 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 17 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 17 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) available studies and market research on the perception and use of the product including labelling by consumers as well as to the preferences of various consumer groups, includingespecially young people and
Amendment 408 #
Amendment 411 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18
Article 18
Amendment 414 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 18 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
1. The following nNicotine-containing products may only be placed on the market if they were authorised pursuant to Directive 2001/83/EC:
Amendment 416 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 18 – paragraph 1 – point a
Amendment 420 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 18 – paragraph 1 – point b
Amendment 423 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 18 – paragraph 1 – point c
Amendment 426 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 18 – paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. Member States shall introduce a ban on the use of nicotine-containing products in public places.
Amendment 427 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18 – paragraph 1 b (new)
Article 18 – paragraph 1 b (new)
1b. Member States shall introduce a minimum age for purchasing nicotine-containing products.
Amendment 430 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18 – paragraph 2
Article 18 – paragraph 2
Amendment 432 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1
Article 18 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1
Amendment 433 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18 – paragraph 4
Article 18 – paragraph 4
Amendment 435 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18 – paragraph 5
Article 18 – paragraph 5
Amendment 480 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 26 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 26 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) nicotine -containing products below the threshold set out in Article 18(1);
Amendment 92 #
2012/0244(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 3
Recital 3
(3) In order to provide for the single supervisory mechanism, Council Regulation (EU) No …/… [127(6) Regulation] confers specific tasks on the ECB concerning policies relating to the prudential supervision of credit institutions in the Member States whose currency is the euro. Other Member States may enter in a close cooperation with the ECB. Under that Regulation, the ECB is to coordinate and express the position of those Member States on the decisions to be taken by the Board of Supervisors of the European Banking Authority (EBA) falling within the scope of the ECB tasks.
Amendment 119 #
2012/0244(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 5
Recital 5
(5) In view of the supervisory tasks conferred on the ECB by Council Regulation (EU) No …/… [127(6) Regulation], EBA should be able to carry out its tasks also in relation to the ECB. In order to ensure that existing mechanisms for settlement of disagreements and actions in emergency situations remain effective, a specific procedure should be provided for. In particular, if the ECB does not comply with an action by EBA to settle a disagreement or to address an emergency situation, it should be required to explain its reasons. Additionally, to ensure the level playing field between the ECB and Member States out of the single supervisory mechanism, the same right should be granted to the national competent authorities. In that case, whenever based on requirements set out in directly applicable Union law EBA can adopt an individual decision addressed to the financial institution concerned, it should do so.
Amendment 125 #
2012/0244(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 6
Recital 6
(6) In order to ensure that interests of all Member States are adequately taken into account and to allow for the proper functioning of the EBA with a view to maintain and deepen the internal market in the field of financial services, the voting modalities within the Board of Supervisors should be adapted, in particular with regard to decisions taken by the EBA at simple majority.
Amendment 133 #
2012/0244(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 7
Recital 7
(7) Decisions concerning breaches of Union law and settlement of disagreements should be examined by an independent panel composed of voting members of the Board of Supervisors which do not have any conflicts of interest, appointed by the Board of Supervisors. The decisions proposed by the panel to the Board of Supervisors should be considered as adopted unless rejecadopted by a simple majority, which should include an adequate number of votes from membersimple majority of votes from Member States participating in the SSM and from Member States that do not participate in the SSM.
Amendment 138 #
2012/0244(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 8
Recital 8
(8) The members of the independent panel set up according to Article 41(2) of Regulation (EU) No 1093/2010 should not be considered to be in a situation of conflict of interest on the sole ground that they are representatives of competent authorities which are part of the SSM and a given case to be decided upon by the Panel concerns the SSM. The EBA should develop rules of procedure for the panel that ensure its independence and objectivity.
Amendment 153 #
2012/0244(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 10 a (new)
Recital 10 a (new)
(10 a) The revision of Regulation (EU) No 1093/2010 in light of the proposal for the SSM can distort the relatively good balance between euro and non-euro area countries which exists at the moment within the EBA. It can thus lead to a dominant position of the euro area when decisions on technical standards are made, which in turn would impact important financial sector regulations which concern the Union as a whole.
Amendment 192 #
2012/0244(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 2 – point b
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 2 – point b
Regulation (EU) No 1093/2010
Article 18 – paragraph 3a
Article 18 – paragraph 3a
"3a. Where the Authority requests the ECB as competent authority to take the necessary action in accordance with paragraph 3, the ECBcompetent authority shall comply with it or shall provide within 48 hours at the latest adequate justification to the Authority for its non-compliance."
Amendment 201 #
2012/0244(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 3
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 3
Regulation (EU) No 1093/2010
Article 19 – paragraph 3a
Article 19 – paragraph 3a
"3a. Where the Authority requests the ECB as competent authority to take specific action or to refrain from action in accordance with paragraph 3, the ECBcompetent authority shall comply with it or shall within ten working days of the receipt of the request provide adequate justification to the Authority for its non-compliance."
Amendment 212 #
2012/0244(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 4
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 4
Regulation (EU) No 1093/2010
Article 35 – paragraph 3
Article 35 – paragraph 3
"3. Upon a duly justified request from a competent authority, the Authority may shall provide any information that is necessary to enable the competent authority to carry out its duties, in accordance with the professional secrecy obligations laid down in sectoral legislation and in Article 70."
Amendment 219 #
2012/0244(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 5
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 5
Regulation (EU) No 1093/2010
Article 41 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
Article 41 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
"For the purposes of Article 17 and 19, the Board of Supervisors shall establish an independent panel consisting of the Chairperson and two members appointed by the Board of Supervisors among its voting members. At least one member of the independent panel shall be from a Member State which is noteither a participating Member State in accordance with Regulation (EU) No …/… [127(6) TFEU Council Regulation] nor has entered into close cooperation with the ECB in accordance with that Regulation."
Amendment 229 #
2012/0244(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 6
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 6
Regulation (EU) No 1093/2010
Article 42
Article 42
Amendment 238 #
2012/0244(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 7
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 7
Regulation (EU) No 1093/2010
Article 44 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Article 44 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
"With regard to the acts specified in Articles 10 to 16 and measures and decisions adopted under the third subparagraph of Article 9(5) and Chapter VI and by way of derogation from the first subparagraph of this paragraph, the Board of Supervisors shall take decisions on the basis of a qualified majority of its members, as defined in Article 16(4) of the Treaty on European Union and in Article 3 of the Protocol (No 36) on transitional provisions, however the decisions to be passed shall be supported in parallel by at least simple majority of weighted votes in the group consisting of participating Member State in accordance with Regulation (EU) No .../...[127(6) TFEU Council Regulation] and those which have entered into close cooperation with the ECB in accordance with that Regulation, as well as in the group consisting of non-participating Members States."
Amendment 243 #
2012/0244(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 7
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 7
Regulation (EU) No 1093/2010
Article 44 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 3
Article 44 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 3
"With regard to decisions in accordance with Articles 17 and 19, the decision proposed by the panel shall be considered as adopted unless it is rejected by a simple majority which shall include at least three votes from members of participating Member States and three votes from members of Member States which are neitheradopted by a simple majority however the decisions to be passed shall be supported in parallel by at least simple majority in the group consisting of participating Member States in accordance with Regulation (EU) No …/….../...[127(6) TFEU Council Regulation] norand those which haves entered into close cooperation with the ECB in accordance with that Regulation, as well as in the group consisting of non-participating Members States."
Amendment 261 #
2012/0244(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 8
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 8
Regulation (EU) No 1093/2010
Article 45 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 3
Article 45 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 3
"The term of office of the members elected by the Board of Supervisors shall be 2 1/2 years. That term may be extended once. The composition of the Management Board shall be balanced and proportionate and shall reflect the Union as a whole. The Management Board shall include at least twohree representatives from Member States which are not participating Member States in accordance with Regulation [127(6) TFEU Council Regulation] nor have entered into close cooperation with the ECB in accordance with that Regulation. Mandates shall be overlapping and an appropriate rotating arrangement shall apply."
Amendment 267 #
2012/0244(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 8 c (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 8 c (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1093/2010
Article 58 – paragraph 3
Article 58 – paragraph 3
8 c. Article 58(3) is replaced by the following: "3. Two members of the Board of Appeal and two alternates shall be appointed by the Management Board of the Authority from a short-list proposed by the Commission, following a public call for expressions of interest published in the Official Journal of the European Union, and after consultation of the Board of Supervisors. At least one member and his alternate shall be a representative from a Member State which is not a participating Member State in accordance with Regulation (EU) No.../... [127(6) TFEU Council Regulation] nor has entered into close cooperation with the ECB in accordance with that Regulation. The other members shall be appointed in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 1094/2010 and Regulation (EU) No 1095/2010."
Amendment 89 #
2012/0242(CNS)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 4
Recital 4
(4) Competence for supervision of individual banks in the Union remains mostly at national level. This limits the effectiveness of supervision and the ability of supervisors to reach a common understanding of the soundness of the banking sector throughout the UnionCoordination between supervisors is vital but the crisis has shown that mere coordination is not enough, in particular in the context of a single currency. In order to preserve and increase the positive effects of market integration on growth and welfare, integration of supervisory responsibilities should therefore be enhanced.
Amendment 213 #
2012/0242(CNS)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 18
Recital 18
Amendment 264 #
2012/0242(CNS)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 25
Recital 25
Amendment 291 #
2012/0242(CNS)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 29
Recital 29
(29) As regards the supervision of cross- border banks active both inside and outside the Euro area the ECB should cooperate closely with the competent authorities of non participating Member States. As a competent authority the ECB should be subject to the related obligations to cooperate and exchange information under Union law and should participate fully in the colleges of supervisors. In addition, since the exercise of supervisory tasks by a European institution brings about clear benefits in terms of financial stability and sustainable market integration, Member States not participating in the common currency should therefore also have the possibility to participate in the new mechanism. However, it is a necessary pre- condition for an effective exercise of supervisory tasks, that supervisory decisions are implemented fully and without delay. Member States wishing to participate in the new mechanism should therefore undertake to ensure that their national competent authorities will abide by and adopt any measure in relation to credit institutions requested by the ECB. The ECB should be able to establish a close cooperation with the competent authorities of a Member State not participating in the common currency. It should be obliged to establish the cooperation where the conditions set out in this regulation are met. The conditions under which representatives of the competent authorities of the Member States which established a close co-operation take part to the activities of the Supervisory Board should allow the greatest possible involvement of those represenensure equal treatment of all participating Member Statives taking into account the limits following from the Statute of ESCB and of the ECB, in particular as regards the integrity of its decision making process.
Amendment 318 #
2012/0242(CNS)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 34
Recital 34
(34) The conferral of supervisory tasks implies a significant responsibility for the ECB to safeguard financial stability in the Union, and to use its supervisory powers in the most effective and proportionate way. The ECB should therefore be accountable for the exercise of these tasks towards the European Parliament and the Council of Ministers respectively the Eurogroup as democratically legitimised institutions representing the European people and the Member States. That should include regular reporting and responding to questions. Where national supervisors take action under this Regulation, accountability arrangements provided under national law should continue to apply.
Amendment 406 #
2012/0242(CNS)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1
Article 1 – paragraph 1
This Regulation confers on the ECB specific tasks concerning policies relating to the prudential supervision of credit institutions, with a view to promoting the safety and soundness of credit institutions and the stability of the financial system within the EU and each Member State, with due regard for the unity and integrity of the internal market.
Amendment 473 #
2012/0242(CNS)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point e
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point e
Amendment 495 #
2012/0242(CNS)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point k
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point k
(k) To carry out supervisory tasks in relation to early intervention where a credit institution does not meet or is likely to breach the applicable prudential requirements, including recovery plans and intra group financial support arrangements, in coordination with the relevant resolution authorities;.
Amendment 503 #
2012/0242(CNS)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point l
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point l
Amendment 524 #
2012/0242(CNS)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 3
Article 4 – paragraph 3
3. Subject to and in compliance with any relevant Union law rule and in particular any legislative and non-legislative act including technical standards developed by EBA and adopted by the Commission, the ECB may adopt regulations and recommendations and take decisions to implement or apply Union law, to the extent necessary to carry out the tasks conferred upon it by this Regulation, and only where those Union acts do not deal with certain aspects necessary for the proper exercise of the ECB's tasks or do not deal with them in sufficient detail. Before adopting a regulation, the ECB shall conduct open public consultations, including the EBA and the Commission, and analyse the potential related costs and benefits.
Amendment 587 #
2012/0242(CNS)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 4
Article 5 – paragraph 4
4. National competent authorities shall follow the instructions given by the ECB for the purposes of the tasks mentioned in Article 4(1). Instructions given by the ECB shall not interfere with the exercise of voting rights by competent authorities of participating Member States within the Board of Supervisors and the Management Board of the European Banking Authority.
Amendment 637 #
2012/0242(CNS)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 3
Article 6 – paragraph 3
Amendment 651 #
2012/0242(CNS)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 5 a (new)
Article 6 – paragraph 5 a (new)
5a. The Member State that has established a close cooperation with the ECB may request the ECB to terminate the close cooperation at any time. In this case, the ECB shall immediately proceed to adopt a decision terminating the close cooperation.
Amendment 841 #
2012/0242(CNS)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 19 – paragraph 3 a (new)
Article 19 – paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. There shall be a clear division of competences between the supervisory board and the governing council of the ECB.
Amendment 858 #
2012/0242(CNS)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 19 – paragraph 6
Article 19 – paragraph 6
6. The Chair of the European Banking Authority and a member of the European Commission may participate as observers in the meetings of the supervisory board. The same right shall be ensured for non- participating Member States, when the supervisory board takes decisions relating to credit institutions operating within jurisdictions of the Member States concerned, or when the supervisory board takes decisions on broader matters of policy, such as structure or decision- making process of the Single Supervisory Mechanism.
Amendment 863 #
2012/0242(CNS)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 19 – paragraph 7
Article 19 – paragraph 7
7. The Governing Council shall adopt the rules of procedure of the supervisory board includingand shall make them public. They shall ensure equal treatment of all participating Member States, including voting rights. They shall also include rules on the term of office of the Chair and the Vice-Chair. The term of off, whiceh shall not exceed five years and shall not be renewable.
Amendment 4 #
2012/0202(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Citation 1
Citation 1
Having regard to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, and in particular Article 192(12) thereof,
Amendment 30 #
2012/0202(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 1
Article 1
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1
The Commission shall, where appropriate, adapmay, in exceptional circumstances, propose to adjust the timetable for eachthe period so as to ensure an orderly functioning of the marketreferred to in Article 13(1) beginning on 1 January 2013 so as to ensure an orderly functioning of the market. The Commission shall propose no more than one such adjustment and only after stakeholder consultation.
Amendment 39 #
2012/0202(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 1 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 a (new)
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 a (new)
1a. In Article 10(4), the following subparagraph is inserted: "In order to ensure the predictability of the auctions, in particular as regards the estimated volumes of allowances in accordance with this paragraph any modification, including reduction of the volume or part of the volume of allowances to be auctioned require unanimity among all Member States."
Amendment 40 #
2012/0202(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 1 – paragraph 1 b (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 1 b (new)
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 b (new)
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 b (new)
Amendment 41 #
2012/0202(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 1 – paragraph 1 c (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 1 c (new)
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 c (new)
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 c (new)
1c. In Article 10(4), the following subparagraph is inserted: "Any adaptation resulting in limiting the volume of allowances to be auctioned in 2013 or in any subsequent year up to 2020, shall not apply to Member States set out in Annex IIa."
Amendment 42 #
2012/0202(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 1 – paragraph 1 d (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 1 d (new)
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 d (new)
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 d (new)
1d. In Article 10(4), the following subparagraph is inserted: "Any adaptation resulting in limiting the volume of allowances to be auctioned in 2013 or in any subsequent year up to 2020, shall not apply to Member States set out in Annex IIb."
Amendment 25 #
2012/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 6
Recital 6
(6) To enable the automotive industry to carry out long-term investments and innovation it is desirable to provide indications of how this Regulation shouldcan be amended for the period beyond 2020. These indications should be based on an assessment of the necessary rate of reduction in line with the Union's long term climate goals and theand its implications for the development of cost effective CO2 reducing technology for cars. It is therefore desirable for these aspects to be reviewed, the Commission to make a report and if appropriate proposals made for targets beyond 2020. The EU's long-term reduction targets are conditional on the conclusion of a global agreement on reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Amendment 46 #
2012/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 4 – point a
Article 1 – point 4 – point a
Regulation (EU) No 510/2011
Article 13 – paragraph 1
Article 13 – paragraph 1
By 31 December 20146, the Commission shall review the specific emissions targets, but not before the new test cycle and test procedures are fully defined, modalities and other aspects of this Regulation in order to establish the CO2 emission targets for new light commercial vehicles for the period beyond 2020.
Amendment 49 #
2012/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 4 – point b – indent 2
Article 1 – point 4 – point b – indent 2
Regulation (EU) No 510/2011
Article 13 – paragraph 6 – subparagraph 3
Article 13 – paragraph 6 – subparagraph 3
In order to reflect any change in the regulatory test procedure for the measurement of specific CO2 emissions, the Commission shall adapt the formulae set out in Annex I by means of delegaimplemented acts in accordance with Article 15, and subject to the conditions laid down in Articles 16 and 17 while ensuring that reduction requirements of comparable stringency for manufacturers and vehicles of different utility are required under the old and new test procedures.
Amendment 56 #
2012/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1
Article 2 – paragraph 1
This Regulation shall enter into force 12 mon the third day following that ofs after its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.
Amendment 40 #
2012/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 1
Article 1 – point 1
Regulation (EC) No 443/2009
Article 1 – paragraph 2
Article 1 – paragraph 2
From 2020 onwards, this Regulation sets a target of 95 g CO2/km as average emissions for the new car fleet as measured in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 715/2007 and, Annex III and XII to Regulation (EC) No 692/2008 and its implementing measures, and innovative technologies, ECE R83-06 and ECE R101 in each case as valid on the ...+. ___________________ + OJ: Please insert the date of adoption of this Regulation.
Amendment 40 #
2012/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 7
Recital 7
(7) To enable the automotive industry to carry out long-term investments and innovation it is desirable to provide indications of how this Regulation shouldcan be amended for the period beyond 2020. These indications should be based on an assessment of the necessary rate of reduction in line with the Union's long term climate goals and theand its implications for the development of cost effective CO2 reducing technology for cars. It is therefore desirable for these aspects to be reviewed, the Commission to make a report and if appropriate proposals made for targets beyond 2020. The EU's long-term reduction targets are conditional on the conclusion of a global agreement on reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Amendment 63 #
2012/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Regulation (EC) No 443/2009
Article 5 a (new) – paragraph 1
Article 5 a (new) – paragraph 1
1. In calculating the average specific emissions of CO2, each new passenger car with specific emissions of CO2 ofthat are less than 35 50g CO2/km shall be counted as 1.3 passenger cars in the period from 2020 to 2023 anor emitting less than 50% of the CO2 value given by its specific emission target set in the formula in Annex 1, with a cap of 70g CO2/km shall be counted as 12 passenger cars as from 202416 onwards. The use of part or all of the accumulated credits can be done in any year within the period 2016-2025.
Amendment 69 #
2012/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Regulation (EC) No 443/2009
Article 5 a (new) – paragraph 2
Article 5 a (new) – paragraph 2
Amendment 100 #
2012/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1
Article 2 – paragraph 1
This Regulation shall enter into force on the third day following thtwelve months after the date of its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.
Amendment 104 #
2012/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 10 – point c
Article 1 – point 10 – point c
Regulation (EC) No 443/2009
Article 13 – paragraph 5
Article 13 – paragraph 5
5. By 31 December 20142017 at the earliest, the Commission shall review the specific emissions targets, modalities and other aspects of this Regulation in order to establish the CO2 emission targets for new passenger cars for the period beyond 2020 and not before the new test cycle and test procedures are fully defined, implemented and the first results assessed.
Amendment 110 #
2012/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 10 – point d
Article 1 – point 10 – point d
Regulation (EC) No 443/2009
Article 13 – paragraph 7
Article 13 – paragraph 7
7. The Commission shall be empowered to adopt delegatedimplementing acts in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 14a(2) to adapt the formulae in Annex I in order to reflect any change in the regulatory test procedure for the measurement of specific CO2 emissions referred to in Regulation (EC) No 715/2007 and Regulation (EC) No 692/2008 while ensuring that reduction requirements of comparable stringency for manufacturers and vehicles of different utility are required under the old and new test procedures.
Amendment 33 #
2012/0186(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Title 1
Title 1
Proposal for a REGULATIONDIRECTIVE OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL on the technical roadside inspection of the roadworthiness of commercial vehicles circulating in the Union and repealing Directive 2000/30/EC (Text with EEA relevance)
Amendment 57 #
2012/0186(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – indent 2
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – indent 2
Amendment 80 #
2012/0186(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5
Article 5
Amendment 88 #
2012/0186(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6
Article 6
Amendment 98 #
2012/0186(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 3
Article 7 – paragraph 3
3. Individual undertakings shall ensure that the condition of the vehicles which they operate are in a good roadworthy condition at all timesmeets all legal requirements, guaranteeing that the vehicles are road safe throughout their period of use.
Amendment 101 #
2012/0186(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 3
Article 8 – paragraph 3
3. The inspector shall be impartial and free of any conflict of interest, in particular as regards economic, personal or family links with the driver, the operator or the holder of the registration certificate of the vehicle inspected. If there are any suspicions of bias or as regards other legal circumstances, the person concerned, the operator being inspected or a third party shall be entitled to request that the inspector be withdrawn from the process of checking the vehicle or undertaking.
Amendment 125 #
2012/0186(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 5
Article 10 – paragraph 5
Amendment 131 #
2012/0186(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 2
Article 11 – paragraph 2
2. Where the more detailed inspections are to be carried out in a testing centre, the place of the initial roadside inspection shall not be fixed more than 10 km away from this centreis centre shall be in the vicinity of the location of the initial roadside inspection.
Amendment 149 #
2012/0186(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 21 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 21 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
The Commission shall be empowered to adopt delegatedimplementing acts in accordance with Article 22 with a view to:
Amendment 150 #
2012/0186(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 22 – paragraph 1
Article 22 – paragraph 1
1. The power to adopt delegatedimplementing acts is conferred on the Commission subject to the conditions laid down in this Article.
Amendment 153 #
2012/0186(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 26 – paragraph 2
Article 26 – paragraph 2
It shall apply from [1236 months after its entry into force].
Amendment 14 #
2012/0185(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 2 – point e
Article 1 – point 2 – point e
Directive 1999/37/EC
Article 2
Article 2
(e) 'withdrawalretention of athe registration certificate': shall mean a limited period of time in which the vehicle is not authorised to be used in road traffic, not involving a new process of registration;
Amendment 16 #
2012/0185(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 2 – point f
Article 1 – point 2 – point f
Directive 1999/37/EC
Article 2
Article 2
(f) 'cancellde-registration of a registrationvehicle': shall mean a permanent cancellation by the appropriate body of the authorisation for the vehicle to be used in road traffic, involving a new process of registration. If the registration is cancelled in connection with Article 3a(2) of the Directive, a new vehicle registration process shall not be required, except for historic or unique vehicles of particular importance for automobile history.
Amendment 24 #
2012/0185(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 6 b (new)
Article 1 – point 6 b (new)
Directive 1999/37/EC
Annex I – point II.1
Annex I – point II.1
6b. Point II.1 of Annex I shall be replaced by the following: "II.1. The overall dimensions of the Registration Certificate shall not be greater than an A6 format (105 x 148 mm) or a folder of A6 format."
Amendment 25 #
2012/0185(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 6 c (new)
Article 1 – point 6 c (new)
Directive 1999/37/EC
Annex I – point II.5
Annex I – point II.5
Amendment 83 #
2012/0184(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 24 a (new)
Recital 24 a (new)
(24a) Accreditation of testing centres under Regulation (EC) No 765/2008 on the requirements for accreditation and market surveillance relating to the marketing of products cannot constitute an obligation for the Member States.
Amendment 292 #
2012/0184(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 1
Article 15 – paragraph 1
The Commission shall examine the feasibility, costs and benefits of the establishment of an electronic vehicle information platform with a view to exchangeing information on data related to roadworthiness testing between the competent authorities of Member States responsible for testing, registration and vehicle approval, the testing centres and the vehicle manufacturers. Any costs arising from the introduction of electronic platforms shall be met from the EU budget.
Amendment 293 #
2012/0184(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 1
Article 15 – paragraph 1
The Commission shall examine the feasibility, costs and benefits of the establishment of an electronic vehicle information platform by taking advantage of existing and already implemented IT solutions with regard to international data exchange so as to minimise costs and avoid duplications. The examination shall consider the most appropriate ways of linking the existing national systems with a view to exchangeing information on data related to roadworthiness testing and odometer readings between the competent authorities of Member States responsible for testing, registration and vehicle approval, the testing centres and the vehicle manufacturers.
Amendment 300 #
2012/0184(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 17 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 17 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
The Commission shall be empowered to adopt delegatedimplementing acts in accordance with Article 19 with a view:
Amendment 302 #
2012/0184(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 17 – paragraph 1 – indent 1
Article 17 – paragraph 1 – indent 1
– to updateing only the vehicle categories in Article 2(1) and Article 5(1) and (2) as appropriate in order to take accouthe event of the changes to the vehicle categories stemming from amendments to the type approval legislation referred to in Article 32(1), without affecting the scope or the frequency of testing,
Amendment 308 #
2012/0184(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 18 – paragraph 2
Article 18 – paragraph 2
2. The delegation of power referred to in Article 17 shall be conferred for an indeterminate period of time from [the date of entry into force of this Regulation] period of five years from [the date of entry into force of this Regulation]. The Commission shall draw up a report in respect of the delegation of power not later than nine months before the end of that five-year period. The delegation of power shall be tacitly extended for periods of an identical duration, unless the European Parliament or the Council opposes such extension not later than three months before the end of each period.
Amendment 309 #
2012/0184(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 18 – paragraph 3
Article 18 – paragraph 3
3. The delegation of powers referred to in Article 17 may be revoked at any time by the European Parliament or by the CouncilEuropean Parliament or the Council may revoke the delegation of powers referred to in Article 17 at any time. A decision to revoke shall put an end to the delegation of the power specified in that decision. It shall take effect the day following the publication of the decision in the Official Journal of the European Union or at a later date specified therein. It shall not affect the validity of any delegated acts already in force.
Amendment 310 #
2012/0184(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 18 – paragraph 4
Article 18 – paragraph 4
Amendment 311 #
2012/0184(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 18 – paragraph 5
Article 18 – paragraph 5
Amendment 312 #
2012/0184(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 18 – paragraph 5 a (new)
Article 18 – paragraph 5 a (new)
(5a) Five years after the date on which this Regulation enters into force, the Commission shall submit a report to the European Parliament and the Council on the implementation and effects of this Regulation, in particular as regards the effectiveness of the provisions on the scope, the frequency of testing, the mutual recognition of roadworthiness certificates and the results of the examination concerning the feasibility of introducing an electronic vehicle information platform as referred to in Article 15. The report shall also analyse whether there is a need to update the annexes notably in the light of technical progress and practices. The report shall be submitted after the consultation of the committee referred to in Article 16. The report shall be accompanied, if appropriate, by legislative proposals.
Amendment 141 #
Amendment 143 #
2012/0146(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5
Article 5
When an electronic identification using an electronic identification means and authentication is required under Union or national legislation or administrative practice to access a service online in one Member State or in the Union institution, any the electronic identification means issued in another Member State or by the Union institution falling under a scheme, which is included in the list published by the Commission pursuant to the procedure referred to in Article 7, shall be recognised and acceptedin the first Member State or by the Union institution for the purposes of accessing this that service online, not later than six months after the list, including that scheme, is published.
Amendment 147 #
2012/0146(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – subparagraph 1 a (new)
Article 5 – subparagraph 1 a (new)
Paragraph 1 only applies to specific cross border public services. In order to specify these cross border services the Commission shall, by means of an implementing act, draw up a list. This implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 39(2).
Amendment 149 #
2012/0146(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – subparagraph 1 b (new)
Article 5 – subparagraph 1 b (new)
Member States may maintain and use under national law their own identification systems for online services that are outside of the list referred to in subparagraph 2.
Amendment 150 #
2012/0146(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – subparagraph 1 c (new)
Article 5 – subparagraph 1 c (new)
Member States may voluntarily provide electronic identification systems to citizens of another Member State under national law.
Amendment 208 #
2012/0146(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 1
Article 9 – paragraph 1
1. A trust service provider shall be liable for any directunder national law for damage caused to any entity or natural or legal person due to failure to comply with the obligations laid down in Article 15(1), unless the trust service provider can prove that he has not acted negligently.
Amendment 210 #
2012/0146(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2
Article 9 – paragraph 2
Amendment 213 #
2012/0146(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2 a (new)
Article 9 – paragraph 2 a (new)
2a. Subject to the following conditions, trust service providers may indicate limitations on the use of the services they provide: (a) they duly inform their customers in advance of those limitations, and (b) those limitations are recognisable to third parties. Where trust service providers indicate limitations on the use of the services they provide in accordance with the first subparagraph, they shall not be liable for damages exceeding the indicated limitations.
Amendment 321 #
2012/0146(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 17 – paragraph 1
Article 17 – paragraph 1
1. QualifiedWhere trust service providers shall notify the supervisory body of their intentiond to start providing a qualified trust service ands, they shall submit to the supervisory body a security audinotification of their intention together with a conformity assessment report carried out by a recognised independent body, as provided for in Article 16(1). Qualified trust service providers may start to provide the qualified trust service after they have submitted the notification and security audit report to the supervisory body.
Amendment 325 #
2012/0146(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 17 – paragraph 2
Article 17 – paragraph 2
2. Once the relevant documents are submitted to the supervisory body according to paragraph 1, the qualified service providers shall be included in the trusted lists referred to in Article 18 indicating that the notification has been submittedUpon request supervisory body shall have access to technical and organizational plans, continuity management plan, service policy documents or any other documents invoked in conformity assessment report.
Amendment 328 #
2012/0146(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 17 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1
Article 17 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1
The supervisory body shall verify the compliance of the trust service provider and of the trust services provided by it with the requirements of this Regulation, in particular with the requirements provided for qualified trust services provider and of the qualifieds. If the supervisory body concludes that the trust service provider and the trust services provided by it comply with those requirements of the Regulation. , the supervisory body shall grant the qualified status to the trust service providers and the trust services it provides and indicate such status in the trusted lists referred to in Article 18, not later than two months after notification in accordance with paragraph 1.
Amendment 329 #
2012/0146(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 17 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2
Article 17 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2
Amendment 4 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Citation 7 a (new)
Citation 7 a (new)
- having regard to the Council conclusions on strengthening the external dimension of the EU energy policy of 24 November 2011,
Amendment 21 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Believes that policy-makers would benefit from more exact data to enable them to make informed choices; agrees, therefore, with the European Council that Europe's potential for sustainable extraction and use of shale gas and oil shale resources should be assessed and mapped in order to further enhance security of supply; welcomes the assessments made by Member States and encourages them to continue this work, and asks the Commission to contribute to determining the level of available shale gas reserves in theassessing the potential of shale gas in the European Union by assembling results from Member States' assessments and available results from exploration projects with a view toand by analysing and assessevaluating the economic and environmental viability, industrial, energy and other aspects of domestic shale gas production;
Amendment 28 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Points out that the shale gas boom in the USA has already had a significant positive impact on the dynamics of the natural gas market and on gas and electricity prices, in particular by causing liquefied natural gas that was intended for the US market to be redirected elsewhere; observes that the US spot prices have become historically low, thus widening price gap between US and Europe bound by long-term contracts, and having an impact on competitiveness of European economies and industry;
Amendment 38 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Observes that consumption of natural gas is on the rise and, without developing its unconventional gas deposits, Europe will remain among the regions with the highest gas import needs; notes that according to the International Energy Agency, domestic gas production in Europe is projected to decline and demand to increase, pushing up imports to around 450 bcm by 2035; recognises, therefore, the crucial role of worldwide shale gas production in ensuring energy security and diversity in the long term, including in Europe; is aware that domestic production of shale gas will contribute to security of supply, bearing in mind Member States' dependence on natural gas imports from third countries; stresses, however, that it is crucial to adopt other security-of-supply measures and policies, such as improving energy efficiency, ensuring sufficient gas storage facilities and adequate network interconnections, diversifying gas supplies and transit routes and building reliable partnerships with supplier, transit and consumer countries, on the basis of transparency, mutual trust and non-discrimination in accordance with the principles of the Energy Charter and the EU Third Energy Package;
Amendment 59 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Is of the view that developing shale gas in the EU will help achieve the EU's goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 80-95% by 2050 compared to 1990 levels, in the context of reductions by developed countries as a group, while at the same time ensuring security of energy supply and competitiveness which is the basis of the Energy Roadmap for 2050;
Amendment 69 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9
Paragraph 9
9. Agrees with the Commission that gas will be critical for the transformation of the energy system, as stated in the above- mentioned Roadmap, since it represents a quick and cost-efficient way of reducing reliance on other, dirtier fossil fuels, thereby lowering greenhouse gas emissions; believes that shale gas could, as a ‘bridge fuel’, play a critical role in this, particularly in those Member States that use large amounts of coal in power generation;
Amendment 80 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10
Paragraph 10
10. Remarks also that certain forms of renewable energy – for example, wind power – are not constant and need to be backed up by a reliable and flexible energy source; expresses the view that natural gas – including shale gas – could serve that purpose; recognises, however, that without carbon capture and storage (CCS), gas may, the importance of CCS in ensuring the long -term, be limited to such a sustainability of gas as an energy source, including in its back-up and balancing role;
Amendment 112 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. CRecognizes the role shale gas and oil might play in improving the economic and financial situation in Europe, stimulating job creation as well as improving competitiveness and innovation in Europe; calls on the Commission to evaluate the possible economic and industrial benefits of shale gas, including and oil, in particular in terms of employment opportunities;
Amendment 118 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15 a (new)
Paragraph 15 a (new)
15 a. Points out that exploration of shale gas and oil potential is not unique to Europe and there is a vast interest in developing new oil and gas resources as a mean to improve energy and economic competitiveness in various countries and regions including in Asia, North America, Latin America, Africa and Australia; underlines the need to include shale gas and oil in bilateral EU dialogue and partnerships with countries already developing unconventional resources or interested in their development and/or use, in order to exchange expertise and best practices;
Amendment 186 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 26
Paragraph 26
26. Stresses the importance of applying the best available technologies and the best operational practices in shale gas production and of continuously improving technologies and practices; welcomes initiatives by IEA and associations of oil and gas producers in defining best practices in shale gas and oil exploration and production;
Amendment 215 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 31 a (new)
Paragraph 31 a (new)
31a. Highlights the importance of supporting and co-funding activities that aim to create independent platforms composed of industry and science representatives aiming to provide opinions and create good practices related to clean shale gas extraction technologies;
Amendment 219 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 32
Paragraph 32
32. RNotes that shale gas and shale oil extraction is governed by the same principles as apply to other types of extraction such as of coal, conventional gas and oil, of water and geothermal energy, and to underground activities such as injection of CO2 for gas and oil recovery, storage of gas and oil reserves and storage of CO2 for CCS purposes; recalls that the ‘polluter pays’ principle would apply to shale gas and oil operations and that companies would be liable for any damage they might cause;
Amendment 1 #
2011/2308(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Understands shale gas exploration and extraction to refer to any unconventional hydrocarbon exploration and extraction using horizontal drilling and high-volume hydraulic fracturing, technologies which are utilised in fossil fuels industries world-wide;
Amendment 8 #
2011/2308(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
Amendment 10 #
2011/2308(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5a (new)
Paragraph 5a (new)
Amendment 13 #
2011/2308(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 7
Paragraph 7
Amendment 15 #
2011/2308(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 7a (new)
Paragraph 7a (new)
Recalls that, when conducting the hydraulic fracturing technology with an average of 2000 – 3000 meters below the groundwater level, there is no direct discharge of pollutants into the groundwater as defined in Article 11(3)(j) juncto Article 2, 32, juncto Article 2, 2° of the Water Framework Directive; Calls on the industry, in transparency with national regulatory bodies, environmental groups and communities, to take measures necessary to prevent any deterioration of the status of all relevant bodies of groundwater, in order to maintain the good groundwater status as defined in the Water Framework Directive and the Groundwater Directive;
Amendment 7 #
2011/2196(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital A a (new)
Recital A a (new)
Aa. whereas certain terms, notably ‘extraordinary circumstances’ and ‘delay’, should have a standard interpretation, and whereas the Commission should carry out an immediate review of Regulation No 261/2004 of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing common rules on compensation and assistance to passengers in the event of denied boarding and of cancellation or long delay of flights, and repealing Regulation (EEC) No 295/91;
Amendment 12 #
2011/2196(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital B a (new)
Recital B a (new)
Ba. whereas the unequal material status of citizens and the different levels of infrastructure development result in disparities in the opportunity to use regional flight connections in the Member States;
Amendment 27 #
2011/2196(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital G
Recital G
G. notes that the financial and sovereign debt crisis has substantially changed the conditions for airport financing in the EU, especially at non-hub airports, and stresses therefore the need for a rational approach to the introduction of new legal solutions safeguarding regional airports against economically irrational burdens;
Amendment 35 #
2011/2196(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Understands the need for a public service obligation for air services of economic and public interest, especially those connecting remote regions and islands; believes that such services would not be economically viable without public money;
Amendment 45 #
2011/2196(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Calls on the Commission to take a balanced approach in future revisions of aviation guidelines in order to provide for a socially and economically viable development of regional air services and ensure equal access to those services for EU citizens;
Amendment 67 #
2011/2196(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Urges the Commission and Member States to speed up the development of the SESAR and the SES (Single European Sky) programmes as a matter of urgency; notes that, with the work of SESAR and the important role of EGNOS, regional airports will profit from projects such as remote towers, enhanced capacity and improvedoperational implementation of the SBAS - EGNOS system, and ultimately GBAS, and the application of the MLAT, ADS-B and ADS-X systems, regional airports will be able to raise their landing category (from I up to as high as IIIC), thereby enabling air operations to be carried out in adverse weather conditions and remote towers to be implemented, which will increase airport capacity, flexibility and airspace capacity at the same time as reducing emissions by assigning an appropriate flight level/altitude for each specific aircraft type while maintaining flight operation safety, thus also improving operational procedures;
Amendment 71 #
2011/2196(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Acknowledges that airport capacity, flexibility and airspace capacity management is not the same at ‘slot coordinated’ airports as at ‘slot non- coordinated’ airports; is of the opinion that there is plenty of spare airport capacity, flexibility and airspace capacity to be utilised at many regional airports and that, by using that spare capacity, congestion ande aforementioned systems, solutions and operating procedures can ensure flexibility and reduce vertical and horizontal separation (RVSM programme), thereby increasing airspace capacity, reducing stacking at major airports can be reduced andd minimising the environmental impact minimised;
Amendment 76 #
2011/2196(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6 a (new)
Paragraph 6 a (new)
6a. Calls on the Commission to take a rational approach to the administrative and legal regulation of slot management at regional airports, the lack of which could restrict the network;
Amendment 90 #
2011/2196(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9
Paragraph 9
9. Regrets that regional airports situated away from urban centres are often not adequately connected to the transport network on the ground, particularly to rail transport;
Amendment 93 #
2011/2196(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9 a (new)
Paragraph 9 a (new)
9a. Points out that the lack of decisive action to increase the accessibility of regional airports by means of appropriate communication with urban centres, including through transport infrastructure investments, is restricting the economic and social development of the regions;
Amendment 104 #
2011/2196(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10 a (new)
Paragraph 10 a (new)
10a. Believes that the network development plans of the rail and road sector should take into account the location of airports, with the aim of including airports in the ground transport networks being built;
Amendment 107 #
2011/2196(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10 b (new)
Paragraph 10 b (new)
10b. Notes the need to develop regional airport networks based on integrated connections with the major airports in order to improve the mobility of people and streamline goods transport;
Amendment 112 #
2011/2196(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 11
Paragraph 11
11. Notes that the cost of implementing security measures at smaller regional airports is proportionally higher than at major airports, which benefit from economies of scale; believes, in this connection, that costs should be more evenly shared between passengers, airports and general taxation, and that this should be one of the criteria for determining the level of airport charges;
Amendment 126 #
2011/2196(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15 a (new)
Paragraph 15 a (new)
15a. Points out that a well-developed network of regional airports will also improve passenger safety, by ensuring, among other things, that a network of emergency or alternative airports is available in the event of a deterioration in the weather or other circumstances;
Amendment 6 #
2011/2195(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Calls for a better integration of the ORs into the Union and into their geographical areas; highlights in this context the potential of the ORs to act as bridges of knowledgeresearch, knowledge and innovation between Europe and third countries, and calls on the Union and the Member States to take into account the important role of the ORs when dealing with third countries;
Amendment 10 #
2011/2195(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Underlines that the use of cohesion policy instruments should be adapted to their economies, with due regard for the importance of their small and medium- sized enterprises and for the need for competitiveness and employment;
Amendment 17 #
2011/2195(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Recalls that particular attention should be paid to the integration of the ORs into the digital single market; considers that wireless technologies, including satellite,information and communication technologies could provide the citizens of the ORs with immediate ubiquitous access to broadband internetfrastructure.
Amendment 18 #
2011/2195(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 6 a (new)
Paragraph 6 a (new)
6a. In view of the fact that the digital economy is without doubt a driver of economic development in the EU, recognises at the same time the effects of the growing problem of digital exclusion, which can become a serious barrier to development;
Amendment 3 #
2011/2157(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Welcomes the reinforcement of the energy cooperation dimension of the ENP; recalls that security of energy supply through the diversification of sources, deeper engagement with main suppliers and transit states remains an EU energy policy priority and that both eastern and southern neighbours remain a key focus of the EU's external energy policy;
Amendment 12 #
2011/2157(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Calls on the Commission to encourage the construction, upgrading and development of energy networks and infrastructure interconnections with EU neighbours through the realisation of the Southern gas corridor, including Nabucco and the trans-Caspian transportation project, modernization of network in the Eastern Neighbourhood, and the development of the South-South and North-South Interconnections in the Southern Neighbourhood;
Amendment 41 #
2011/2157(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Welcomes the Commission's intention to accelerate the energy market integration process by encouraging further convergence of regulatory frameworks, notwithstanding the merits of the Energy Community Treaty, believes that using it as a model for a future "EU-Southern Mediterranean Community" should be thoroughly assessed by taking full account of regional specificities, existing partnerships and action plans;
Amendment 48 #
2011/2157(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5 a (new)
Paragraph 5 a (new)
Amendment 6 #
2011/2150(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital B
Recital B
B. whereas the most important passenger right is to services provided as scheduled, based on the contractual obligation which arises from selling a ticket; whereas it is essential to provide passengers with accurate and timely information, accessible to all, in the manner habitually used;
Amendment 58 #
2011/2150(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Underlines that passengers should have the right to be informed aboutfull access to information on their ‘Passenger Name Record’ (PNR) kept on them by the air carrier; stresses that passengers should not be denied boarding on the basis of their PNR, except if they are suspected of terrorist crimes, where this is justified;
Amendment 77 #
2011/2150(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Calls on the Commission to ensure effective implementation and enforcement of the existing legislation on price transparency and to require that the advertised price is a fair reflection of the final price, and that, at the same time, carriers do not charge additional fees for various forms of payment;
Amendment 101 #
2011/2150(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 11
Paragraph 11
11. Refers to Initiative 29 of the White Paper on Transport Policy up to 20201 as well as Recital 16 of the Computerised Reservation System Regulation2; emphasises the right of passengers to have easy access to accurate and objective information detailing the environmental impact and energy efficiency of their travel, which should be clearly visible both on the websites of air carriers and on tickets themselves; calls on the Commission and air carriers to support ongoing work in this direction as long as the steps taken are reasonable in terms of the costs involved;
Amendment 133 #
2011/2150(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 18
Paragraph 18
18. Believes that passengers whose luggage has been lost or delayed should enjoy equivalent rights, in terms of compensation and assistance, to passengers who have been delayed themselves when this affects the quality of travel or has a major impact on plans relating to the place of destination;
Amendment 177 #
2011/2150(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 26
Paragraph 26
26. Emphasises that the information formats and booking process must be fully accessible, that PRM and persons with disabilities should be able to communicate their assistance needs at the same time as booking their ticket and that a confirmation of the assistance notification should be provided to the passenger; when assistance cannot be provided, people with disabilities should be able to request paid assistance from a carer;
Amendment 193 #
2011/2150(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 30
Paragraph 30
30. Insists that any damage to the mobility equipment of PRM must be compensated in full, as such equipment is important for their integrity, dignity and independence and is therefore in no way comparable with luggage, and that the passenger should have the right, whenever possible, to use his or her own wheelchair until the door of the aircraft, and receive it back intact at the door of the aircraft upon arrival;
Amendment 5 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital A
Recital A
A. whereas, based on the budget review, the European Commission has decided to launch a debate to improve the efficiency of research and innovation funding at regional, national and EU levels,
Amendment 41 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital H a (new)
Recital H a (new)
Ha. whereas global social challenges call for global solutions, which should include making good use of the existing platforms for cooperation involving partners from all the Member States and the creation of new ones; whereas better integration of the transnational research system and instruments for SMEs will be of fundamental importance in meeting those challenges,
Amendment 58 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Takes the view that EU research funds and programmes and the Structural and Cohesion Funds have different aims and, as such, should be kept separate, although on a complementary basis and synergies between them need to be identified;
Amendment 85 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Recalls that although excellence is considered the main general criterion for funding, it must be borne in mind that the nature of excellence differs with the type of participant or the very nature of the research and innovation project (the excellence criterion for a research institution is not the same as for an individual researcher or for an SME, and also differs between fundamental and applied projects)Is convinced that the principle of excellence within the European research area remains the basis for the future competitiveness of Europe; recalls that the nature of excellence differs with the type of participant or the very nature of the research and innovation project; is convinced that cohesion instruments, such as structural funds, should strengthen the development of excellence and capacity building by a better compatibility with research and innovation at regional level;
Amendment 108 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Calls for a better articulationmore synergies between local and regional, national and European research and innovation strategies, respecting the specificities of the different contexts and, at the same time, reinforcing the possibilities for complementarity and cooperation between them; believes that sharingopen access to information and results is of key importance here;
Amendment 109 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Calls for a better articulation between local and regional, national and European research and innovation strategies, addressing the problem of under- representation and respecting the specificities of the different contexts and, at the same time, reinforcing the possibilities for complementarity and cooperation between them; believes that sharing information and results is of key importance here;
Amendment 114 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5 a (new)
Paragraph 5 a (new)
5a. Stresses that, with a view to improving and boosting European competitiveness, the natural potential of all regions needs to be harnessed; draws attention to the excellent opportunity to do so – of which we should take full advantage – that we now have in view of the need to make improvements to the next framework programme and amend the rules governing the operation of cohesion policy; considers that, to this end, synergies between the EU’s various financial resources need to be exploited and smart regional specialisation supported;
Amendment 121 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Underlines the fact that at the core of the CSF should be the idea that the differing nature and scale of R&D&I projects, together with the multiplicity of funding schemes, must be organised in such a way that coherence, broad representativeness and articulation and complementarity are ensured;
Amendment 132 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7
Paragraph 7
7. Is convinced that different tasks within the CSF should be tackled separately but in close articulation: the European Institute of Technology (EIT) to operate mainly as a network of Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs) the Competitiveness and Innovation Framework Programme (CIP) to concentrate on its strength in supporting innovative SMEs and therefore not necessarily to be included in the next FP; the next FP to embrace research as a whole; and the structural/cohesion funds to be used in closer cooperationdirectly to promote greater participation in European research programmes but kept separate;
Amendment 134 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7
Paragraph 7
7. Is convinced that different tasks within the CSF should be tackled separately but in close articulationrelationship with each other: the European Institute of Technology (EIT) to operate mainly as a network of Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs) the Competitiveness and Innovation Framework Programme (CIP) to concentrate on its strength in supporting innovative SMEs and therefore not necessarily to be included in the next FP; the next FP to embrace research as a whole; and the structural/cohesion funds to be used in closer cooperation but kept separate; takes the view that collaborative projects should remain the backbone of the CSF;
Amendment 139 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7 a (new)
Paragraph 7 a (new)
7a. Points to the need to employ a common set of administrative, financial, organisational and information procedures and ensure the harmonisation of the rules and conditions for participation in the various programmes, with a view to establishing a coherent and transparent system within the European Research Area, in which research centres from the countries that are currently under-represented will also be able to take an active part;
Amendment 142 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7 b (new)
Paragraph 7 b (new)
7b. Takes the view that the simplification and harmonisation process should consist first and foremost in replacing the current cost control-based approach with a results-based and trust-based approach;
Amendment 145 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Calls for clarification, simplification and reorganisation of the different EU programmes and instruments in existence, for a clear definition of the overall funding system, and for the EU research and innovation programmes budget for the next financial period to be doubled as of 2014 (excluding the budget devoted to Structural Funds and the EIB) as the appropriate response to the current economic crisis and to the great shared challenges; suggests, therefore, a new organisational model based on three different layers of funding aimed at stability and convergence:; recalls that standardization should be taken into account in addressing grand challenges and shaping priority areas of the CSF, but should not be a new separate instrument or activity;
Amendment 150 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Calls for clarification, simplification and reorganisation of the different EU programmes and instruments in existence, for a clear definition of the overall funding system, and for the EU research and innovation programmes budget for the next financial period to be doublsubstantially increased as of 2014 (excluding the budget devoted to Structural Funds and the EIB) as the appropriate response to the current economic crisis and to the great shared challenges; suggests, therefore, a new organisational model based on three different layers of funding aimed at stability and convergence:
Amendment 152 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8 a (new)
Paragraph 8 a (new)
8a. Calls for a clarification, simplification and reorganisation of the different EU programmes and instruments in existence; believes that a radical overhaul of the administration of the FP is one of the highest priorities to be tackled in designing the forthcoming CSF; invites the Commission to assess the effectiveness of each individual instrument, within each programme, towards the achievement of specific policy goals; calls for a reduction in the diversity of instruments whenever effectiveness or distinctive contribution is not clearly demonstrated;
Amendment 189 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 12
Paragraph 12
12. This layer is the space for overall research, fundamental and applied, and social sciences and humanities; coordination participants are universities and research centres/institutes, although the industrialparticipation of the private sector should be eincouraged to participatereased;
Amendment 229 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16
Paragraph 16
16. This layer is the space for marketing of products and services and generation of public wealth; innovative SMEs play a pivotal role here in developing and bringing to market novel products and services;
Amendment 248 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 18
Paragraph 18
18. The funding scheme within this layer is covered by EU funding associated with CIP, access to credit enhancement by the EIF and specific loans from the EIB (mainly covering projects under EUR 50 million), and cooperation with the Structural Funds associated with entrepreneurship; additionally, suggests the creation of a new funding instrument – the EU SME Bank – which should act in articulation with national contact points and financial institutions designated by the MSrecalls that the Risk Sharing Finance Facility (RSFF) has proven itself successfully as an instrument for innovation financing; believes that the RSFF should further be applied in such a way that a granting of funds at a small level is possible via national intermediates;
Amendment 252 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 19
Paragraph 19
Amendment 259 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 19 a (new)
Paragraph 19 a (new)
Amendment 336 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 26
Paragraph 26
26. Calls for consolidation of multidisciplinary research and recognition of the social dimension of research; in this context, recalls that great societal challenges (such as climate change, demographic ageing andchange, resources sustainability and energy security) and sector-specific challenges (including agriculture and fisheries) cannot be dealt with only through technological responses and that therefore European research in social sciences and humanities is a pivotal asset in successfully addressing them; points out that financial resources specifically earmarked for research in the relevant areas are needed in order to address those challenges;
Amendment 352 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 27
Paragraph 27
27. Calls for a balance to be kept between bottom-up (cooperative) and top-down projects (’great societal challenges’), as well as for smaller bottom-up projects to be facilitatedand bottom-up collaborative research to be facilitated; takes the view that lower entry barriers for cooperation projects would lead to a reinforcement of scientific capacity;
Amendment 369 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 28
Paragraph 28
28. Calls for an intensification of international cooperation through effective reinforcement of capacity building and the establishment of fair partnerships with developing countries in order better to tackle global challengeswith the strategic partners of the European Union in order better to tackle global challenges; recalls that an intensification of international cooperation is only effective when procedures are simplified and lead times for permit applications are significantly shortened;
Amendment 4 #
2011/2096(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital A
Recital A
A. whereas European transport policy directly affects EU citizens in many situations in daily life, and a Single European Transport Area benefits them considerably,
Amendment 29 #
2011/2096(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital H
Recital H
H. whereas the EU should set coherent standards for all carriers, with particular regard to safety, technology, environmental protection and working conditions, in order to call for them at global level also, while at the same time maintaining full market harmonisation,
Amendment 247 #
2011/2096(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13
Paragraph 13
13. Stresses the need for the improvement and standardisation of control devices and their common licensing, such as speed cameras, on-board units and communications systems and media, and calls for the submission, by 2013, of a proposal for the mutual recognition and interoperability of such devices;
Amendment 280 #
2011/2096(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15 – indent 2
Paragraph 15 – indent 2
– a 40%n increase of up to 40% in the number of parking spaces for heavy goods vehicles on the Trans-European Road Network (TERN) in each Member State compared with 2010 figures;
Amendment 20 #
2011/2095(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Recalls that unilateral action is not sufficient for the purposes of reducing emissions and that the extensive involvement of non-EU countries is also necessary in the context of a global, legally-binding, post-2012 emissions reduction agreement;
Amendment 39 #
2011/2095(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Hopes that binding objectives will be established for each sector together with a realistic timetable, in order to inspire confidence among, and to encourage, private investors;
Amendment 48 #
2011/2095(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4 a (new)
Paragraph 4 a (new)
4a. Recalls that the proposed scenarios for emissions reduction measures should take full account of the specific characteristics, potential and possibilities of individual Member States;
Amendment 78 #
2011/2095(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 7
Paragraph 7
7. Underlines the importance of R&D for the development of low emissions technology, and requests that funds for energy research as part of the Horizon 2020 initiative be at least doubledmaintained at current financing levels;
Amendment 81 #
2011/2095(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 7 a (new)
Paragraph 7 a (new)
7a. Points out that the proposed emissions reduction targets for the energy and industrial sector rely to a large extent on CCS technology, which is still at the testing and pre-commercial stage; stresses the need for alternative scenarios to be considered given the serious doubts over whether it will be possible to use this technology on a large scale and the strong likelihood of it being a commercial failure;
Amendment 85 #
2011/2095(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 7 b (new)
Paragraph 7 b (new)
7b. Points out that recent decisions in certain Member States to restrict the use of nuclear energy will have a major impact on the EU’s energy mix in the future, and that this was not taken into account in the communication or in the accompanying impact assessment;
Amendment 87 #
2011/2095(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Underlines the important role of renewable energy, including innovative developments in this field, and the urgent need for better solutions as regards storing this energy and, increasing energy efficiency and ensuring efficient energy transmission;
Amendment 21 #
2011/2089(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2 – indent 1
Paragraph 2 – indent 1
– criteria limiting those bodies who can organise CR actions to those with an active or legal interest in the matter of the action,
Amendment 39 #
2011/2089(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Notes that any binding measures in a legislative proposal should apply mainly to the minimum formal standards, giving the Member States, in accordance with the principle of proportionality, the right to decide further measures; asks, however, for the Commission also to issue voluntary guidelines for the Member States;
Amendment 45 #
2011/2089(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Notes that any participation should be subject to an ‘opt-in’ by the affected parties; believes that any action, if ruled admissible, should be preceded by a comprehensive public information campaign and the possibility of submitting a claim must be publicised in the manner habitually used;
Amendment 3 #
2011/2068(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Stresses the importance of natural resource efficiency to achieving the goals of the Europe 2020 strategy; underlines the fact thatsignificance of decoupling real economic growth from resource consumption is essentialinefficient, environmentally harmful resource use to improve Europe’s industrial competitiveness and reduce its relativecurrent dependence on imported resourceaw materials;
Amendment 17 #
2011/2068(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Supports the Commission's idea of shifting taxation away from labour towards resource consumption; welcomes the intention to encourage Member States to phase out environmentally harmful subsidies (EHS), which should be achieved in way that doesn't harm EU's competitiveness and doesn't increase the risk of carbon leakage;
Amendment 28 #
2011/2068(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Highlights that many industry sectors, in particular those exposed to international competition have substantially increased the efficiency in using resources, mainly driven by enormous price increases; stresses, however, the fact that boosting resource efficiency requires a profoundfurther changes in consumption and production patterns, mainly achievable through new solutions for smart resource management; calls, therefore, for investment in product design, resource recycling and waste management, substitution and re-use;
Amendment 43 #
2011/2068(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4 c (new)
Paragraph 4 c (new)
4c. Takes the view that natural materials, including enhanced wood and enhanced mineral materials, can be used successfully as substitutes for the building materials used today;
Amendment 52 #
2011/2068(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Believes that a greater effort should be made to develop existing resources in Europe, in particular minerals, metal and forestry resources in Europe; stresses northern Europe'timber as well as energy resources including fossil fuels; stresses Europe's indigenous potential to contribute to EU raw material needs and calls for the strategic and environmentally sound development and management of its resources;
Amendment 55 #
2011/2068(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5 a (new)
Paragraph 5 a (new)
5a. Takes the view that the industries in the Member States ought increasingly to rely on domestic raw materials; points out that the management of domestic resources should ensure that they are not wasted and that they are used for the benefit of local communities, for example through tax revenue or jobs in raw material processing plants situated near the places in which they are used;
Amendment 57 #
2011/2068(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5 a (new)
Paragraph 5 a (new)
5a. Underlines that to assure the mineral resources security for the Member States it is necessary to consider the basis of sustainable development through fossil fuels deposits protection, development of potential resources basis and the creation of proper policy for mineral resources exploitation;
Amendment 34 #
2011/2067(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
Amendment 15 #
2011/2056(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1 f (new)
Paragraph 1 f (new)
1f. Underlines that the primary goal of RM diplomacy should be to safeguard the security of RM and REE supplies to EU; stresses that it should not come to the detriment of Human Rights in the partner countries;
Amendment 16 #
2011/2056(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1 g (new)
Paragraph 1 g (new)
1g. Stresses that one of the aims of RM policy and diplomacy should be to avoid cases of monopoly in terms of directions of import of RM to Europe;
Amendment 17 #
2011/2056(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1 h (new)
Paragraph 1 h (new)
1h. Notes that RM policy, although independent, should be in synergy with other EU policies, especially with policies aimed at non-mineral RM (for example agricultural goods) and energy supplies;
Amendment 26 #
2011/2056(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2 a (new)
Paragraph 2 a (new)
2a. Points out the role of relations with BRICS countries, as they both have vast RM resources and at the same time will absorb more RM in the future, thus creating stronger competition for European companies;
Amendment 40 #
2011/2056(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5 a (new)
Paragraph 5 a (new)
5a. Underlines that standards and requirements concerning recycling and extraction of RM set upon European companies are in many cases higher than for companies in partner countries; calls therefore to include in international agreements clauses aimed at achieving reciprocity in these matters, to protect European companies from unfair competition;
Amendment 45 #
2011/2056(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 6 a (new)
Paragraph 6 a (new)
6a. Underlines the need of safeguarding fair access to RM in the Arctic region, which is vital to the EU as the main consumer of Arctic natural resources, in line with the European Parliament resolution of 20 January 2011 on a sustainable EU policy for the High North (2009/2214(INI));
Amendment 2 #
2011/2044(INI)
Draft opinion
Recital B
Recital B
B. whereas, however, Parliament receives numerous complaints from citizens who are frequently faced with cumbersome formalities, related in particular to the re- registration of their vehicles in another Member State and the associated additional costs;
Amendment 6 #
2011/2044(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Supports the Commission’s efforts to simplify the crossborder transferability of cars, and invites Member States to fully implement the principles of EU law on the registration of cars in other Member States; recalls in this regard that cars (right-hand drive vehicles included) compliant with the relevant EU type-approval should be eligible for registration in Member States, and highlights the need to create a single uniform registration document for vehicles throughout the EU;
Amendment 5 #
2011/2043(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Citation 14 a (new)
Citation 14 a (new)
Amendment 28 #
2011/2043(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital G
Recital G
G. whereas delayed investment in Europe compared with other global powers is essentially due to a lack of private investment and the attractiveness of FP7 for the industrial sector is thus not fully demonstrated; but also, beyond the sums involved, there is a clear need for better coordination between the Union, the Member States, and the Unregions,
Amendment 62 #
2011/2043(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Takes the view that the results achieved by FP7 do notin certain areas demonstrate sufficient European added-value with regard to RDI;
Amendment 63 #
2011/2043(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3 a (new)
Paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. Notes that the financial take out throughout Europe is highly unbalanced, and that the outcomes show that the old Member States absorb most of the financial resources; concludes that this is in contradiction with the territorial cohesion aim on a balanced development in Europe as added in the Lisbon Treaty;
Amendment 70 #
2011/2043(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Welcomes the level of participation anduse of principle of excellence in project selection; regrets, however, that the success rate of some Member States and SMEs under this programme generally remains quite low and is a disincentive, particularly for SMEs;
Amendment 79 #
2011/2043(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Notes that growth in financial and human resources, an ever-growing number of objectives and themes covered and diversification of instruments has reduced the capacity of FP7 to serve a specific headline European objective;
Amendment 104 #
2011/2043(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Welcomes, in the ‘Ideas’ chapter, promising results obtained by the European Research Council (ERC) and its role aimed at enhancing the visibility and attractiveness of European research bodies; stresses the need to make the ERC an independent legal entity with decision- making power, directly responsible for its own scientific strategy and administrative management; calls on the Commission to use the ERC as a pilot for greater independence of funding agencies for R&D and innovation;
Amendment 119 #
2011/2043(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10
Paragraph 10
10. Voices concerns regarding the heterogeneous nature of the objectives of the ‘Capacities’ chapter and the difficulties that result, notably with regard to international cooperation and actions in favour of SMEs and innovative SMEs; considers, however,the progress on the major Research Infrastructures (ESFRI); considers that there is a clear need for actions in favour of SMEs and innovative SMEs and calls on the Commission to at least maintain the level of funding for these measures, while solving implementation-related problems; considers that the ERA-NET and ERA- NET+ projects and the initiatives based on Article 185 fulfil their role aimed at structuring the European Research Area (ERA);
Amendment 141 #
2011/2043(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13
Paragraph 13
13. Calls on the Commission to carry out an analysis to improve the link between European and national actions; asks that calls for proposals, including those of July 2011, be issued in consultation with the Member States, not duplicating or competing with national initiatives but complementing them; suggests that FP7 should complement the efforts of actors managing national programmes involved in joint programming in order to move the RDFPs away from project management thinking towards programme management thinking, without neglecting small projects; asks that the last three years of FP7 be devoted to helping structure the European Research Area;
Amendment 152 #
2011/2043(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14
Paragraph 14
Amendment 180 #
2011/2043(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16
Paragraph 16
16. Welcomes the results of FP7 in favour of SMEs, as regards both the 15% target set in the ‘Cooperation’ chapter and the ‘Eurostars’ programme; is of the opinion that better coordination between FP7 and the Structural Funds could facilitate the participation of under-represented Member Statesis essential for building the unified European Research Area;
Amendment 190 #
2011/2043(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16 a (new)
Paragraph 16 a (new)
16a. Welcomes the Expert Group's recommendation to analyse the reasons of low participation rates from certain Member States;
Amendment 200 #
2011/2043(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 17
Paragraph 17
17. Proposes that research and development policies be territorialised; therefore stresses the importance of adapting the research and innovation policies to the specific needs of the territories; notes that since the involvement of regional and local authorities in the design and execution of the research and innovation programmes becomes crucial due to the impossibility of applying the same strategy for development to all the regions;
Amendment 249 #
2011/2043(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 22
Paragraph 22
22. Is of the opinion that commercialisation should be included in the parameters of future calls for projects under FP7 in the field of research and innovation;
Amendment 253 #
2011/2043(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 22 a (new)
Paragraph 22 a (new)
22a. Stresses the importance of better assistance in the implementation of policies and programmes that enhance the synergies within the research and development value chain (infrastructures - innovation - job creation);
Amendment 256 #
2011/2043(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 23
Paragraph 23
23. Acknowledges that European Technology Platforms, ICTJTIs and PPPs contribute towards greater industry participation; stresses the need to ensure adequate rules for participation (including intellectual property rules) and funding rates (including funding rates for indirect costs) to attract a larger number of SMEs in JTIs and PPPs;
Amendment 262 #
2011/2043(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 24
Paragraph 24
24. Is concerned by the excessive administrative burden of FP7; supports the proposal to review the Financial Regulation to simplify procedures; welcomes the EC decision of 24 January 2011 on three measures for simplifying the implementation of Decision No 1982/2006/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council and Council Decision No 970/2006/Euroatom and amending C(2007) 1509 C (2007) 1625;
Amendment 265 #
2011/2043(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 24
Paragraph 24
24. Is concerned by the excessive administrative burden of FP7; supports the proposal to review the Financial Regulation to simplify procedures; and calls for the revision and/or extended interpretation of the EU Staff Regulations on the issue of personal liability;
Amendment 273 #
2011/2043(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 25
Paragraph 25
25. Reiterates the importance of introducing, without delay, procedural, administrative and financial simplification measures into current management of FP7, such as those identified in Parliament'’s resolution of 11 November 2010; calls onwelcomes the Commission to make proposals onDecision of 24 January 2011 introducing threse simplification measures in the context of the current FP7 to complement its inand calls on the Commission to rapidly implement these measures in a uniform way; calls on the Commission to check whether additional proposalssimplification measures are still needed; reiterates its wish to see current legal proceedings between the Commission and beneficiaries across all of the framework programmes settled quickly, while respecting the principle of responsible management of public money; asks the Commission to allow beneficiaries to consult the Research Clearing Committee during or after a project to clarify issues related to cost calculation, rules for participation and audits, including ex-post audits; stresses the need to preserve what works well and only change the rules which need to be adapted;
Amendment 304 #
2011/2043(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 30 a (new)
Paragraph 30 a (new)
30a. Calls for a further elaboration in the direction of an ameliorated approach in the FP8 under the title "Common Strategic Framework for Research and Innovation", or the "Research and Innovation Framework Programme";
Amendment 4 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Citation 12 a (new)
Citation 12 a (new)
– having regard to the Commission communication to the European Council and the European Parliament entitled 'An energy policy for Europe’ (COM(2007)0001),
Amendment 5 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Citation 12 b (new)
Citation 12 b (new)
– having regard to the Commission communication to the Council and the European Parliament entitled ‘Priority Interconnection Plan’ (COM(2006)0846),
Amendment 6 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Citation 12 c (new)
Citation 12 c (new)
– having regard to Directive 2009/72/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 13 July 2009 concerning common rules for the internal market in electricity and repealing Directive 2003/54/EC,
Amendment 7 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Citation 12 d (new)
Citation 12 d (new)
– having regard to Directive 2009/73/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 13 July 2009 concerning common rules for the internal market in natural gas and repealing Directive 2003/55/EC,
Amendment 13 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital A
Recital A
A. whereas our major energy challenges are confronmitigating climate change, strengthening energy autonomy while reducing fossil fuel importsmoving towards a low-carbon energy system, achieving a competitive internal energy market and ensuring universal access to sustainable, affordable and secure energy,
Amendment 31 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital B
Recital B
B. whereas the Lisbon Treaty provides a specific legal basis for developing an EU energy policy which promotes the interconnection of energy networks necessary to achieve the other EU energy policy and solidarity objectives (functioning of the energy market, energy efficiency and renewable energy, security of supply),
Amendment 33 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital C
Recital C
C. whereas a lack of timely modernisation and adjustment of the Union’s energy infrastructure to a more sustainable energy production and consumption model could jeopardise the capacity to achieve the energy and climate objectives for 2020 and undermine the EU’s 2050 long-term objective of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 80 to 95%,
Amendment 48 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital D
Recital D
D. whereas an op transparent, integrated and competitive EU energy market is needed in order to achieve competitive energy prices, security and sustainability, and whereas the completion of such a market still remains an important challenge,
Amendment 49 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital E
Recital E
E. whereas interconnection capacity between Member States remains generally insufficient, and whereas certain regions remain isolated; whereas this is exacerbating disparities between EU regions as regards the development of energy infrastructure,
Amendment 108 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital L
Recital L
L. whereas market-based tools must remain the basis for financing energy infrastructure, and whereas a limited amount of non-repayable public finance may be required to fund certain projects which are not strictly commercially viable,
Amendment 127 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Believes that a EU approach is needed in order to fully exploit the benefits of new infrastructure and stresses the need to develop a harmonised method for the selection of infrastructure projects, based on a European and regional perspectives and the optimisation offor removing disparities by optimising socio- economic and environmental effects;
Amendment 129 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2 a (new)
Paragraph 2 a (new)
2a. Stresses the need to ensure an adequate degree of security of energy supply for the EU and develop favourable relations with non-EU energy supplying and transit countries by means of cooperation in connection with regional and global energy supply transport systems;
Amendment 177 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7 a (new)
Paragraph 7 a (new)
7a. Takes the view that regional initiatives should be expanded and further developed, since they tie in most closely with the way in which the energy system operates in individual regions (e.g. the structure of regional generation sources, wind energy, grid limitations and the availability of energy sources);
Amendment 207 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10
Paragraph 10
10. Considers that the TYNDP and regional investment plans should form the basis of a rolling programme for developing European electricity and gas transmission infrastructure within a long- term European planning perspective and with monitoring by the Agency for Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER) and the Commission;
Amendment 268 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13
Paragraph 13
13. Considers that the development of infrastructure for unconventional gas sources has not yet been given the necessary attention by the Commission as regards legal issues, new technological solutions, life cycle assessment and environmental impacts; asks the Commission to conduct a thorough evaluation on this issue;
Amendment 272 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13 a (new)
Paragraph 13 a (new)
13a. Stresses the need to support geological research in order to assess the potential of existing deposits and the possibilities of extracting and exploiting gas from alternative sources in Europe, as this will speed up technological development as regards the exploitation of natural gas from alternative sources;
Amendment 275 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13 b (new)
Paragraph 13 b (new)
13b. Takes the view that extracting natural gas from unconventional sources could, in the long term, help reduce the Member States’ dependence on imports of gas from outside the EU;
Amendment 388 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 24 – indent 1 a (new)
Paragraph 24 – indent 1 a (new)
– projects should boost the security of electricity and energy supplies, including oil, for the EU,
Amendment 392 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 24 – indent 1 b (new)
Paragraph 24 – indent 1 b (new)
Amendment 402 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 24 – indent 2 a (new)
Paragraph 24 – indent 2 a (new)
– projects should be geared towards EU solidarity and eliminating disparities in the development of energy infrastructure,
Amendment 409 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 24 – indent 3
Paragraph 24 – indent 3
– they must be in line with climate and environmentalenergy efficiency objectives,
Amendment 522 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 35
Paragraph 35
35. Stresses that the bulk of the cost of infrastructure investments needs to be financed by the market and based on the ‘user pays’ principle; takes the view that where key projects are not attractive to the market but their development is necessary in order to achieve the stated objectives, public fundingnon-repayable public funding, primarily cohesion policy funding, should be used to leverreduce the private investment by setting upshare of an innovative mix of financial instruments;
Amendment 556 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 37 a (new)
Paragraph 37 a (new)
37a. Stresses that funds under the new mechanism should be used to support projects in the EU and in countries belonging to the Energy Community, which would be an additional incentive for third countries to adopt the acquis communautaire. Development of infrastructure outside the EU should be additionally supported by means of other instruments and programmes (e.g. EIB, EBRD);
Amendment 10 #
2011/2012(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Stresses that the economic crisis has led to an enormous reduction in industrial production capacities, to a downturn in economic growth and to labour displacement; points out that any loss in GDP must be regarded as a cost in itself, compromising industry's investment potential; warns against the general conclusion that the economic crisis has made emissions reduction cheaper;
Amendment 75 #
2011/2012(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 11
Paragraph 11
11. Calls for energy efficiency to be one of the priorities in future climate policy measures; acknowledges that achieving the EU's energy efficiency objective of 20% by 2020 would enable the EU to meet its 2020 emissions reduction commitments of 20% and more; considers that according to the Commission's impact assessment this reduction level would still be on the cost- effective path towards the 80-95% long- term reduction target of developed countries as a group;
Amendment 96 #
2011/2012(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 14
Paragraph 14
14. Notes that the Commission has identified investment needs of €1 trillion to upgrade the EU's energy infrastructure by 2020, mainly to be financed through energy tariffs; calls for these investments to be made, with a view both to completing an interconnected internal energy market and substantially decreasing the carbon intensity of the European energy system, while taking in to consideration the specificities of each country’s energy mix;
Amendment 102 #
2011/2012(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. Calls for the European emissions trading scheme to be applied in a more flexible manner, so that better account can be taken of actual economic developments and production figures, rather than the scheme being based only on historic data; is convinced that allocation rules should ensure both long- term investment security and make provision for flexibility mechanisms in the event of economic downturns (e.g. to avoid over-allocations)Notes that the Commission suggests to manipulate the price of carbon apply through a more flexible application of the European emissions trading scheme;
Amendment 117 #
2011/2012(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 16 a (new)
Paragraph 16 a (new)
16a. Notes that as far as the future of hard coal and lignite is concerned, CCS technology should not be considered the only option for retaining coal use in the EU economy, and that other low-emission coal technologies should also be developed and introduced;
Amendment 138 #
2011/2012(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 19
Paragraph 19
19. NotRecognizes that tightening the ETS reduction target would lead to a further increase in electricity prices, which would be a major concern for EU industries and for consumers;
Amendment 180 #
2011/2012(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 29 – point 2 a (new)
Paragraph 29 – point 2 a (new)
·analyze the impact of EU’s increased emission reduction targets on Member States level, as indicated in the Environmental Council Conclusions from 14 March 2011;
Amendment 181 #
2011/2012(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 29 – point 4
Paragraph 29 – point 4
·promote the efficient use of the structural and cohesion funds by the Member States, in particular for energy-efficiency measures, while recalling that such funds must primarily serve the purpose of reducing economic and social differences within the EU;
Amendment 184 #
2011/2012(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 29 – point 6
Paragraph 29 – point 6
Amendment 14 #
2011/2008(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Is of the opinion that the promotion of SMEs is key for development of the countries involved and that the EU should give this higher priority in its assistance to SMEs in the EIB mandate for Central Asia and the relax visa requirements for business and public authorities from Central Asia;
Amendment 24 #
2011/2008(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4 a (new)
Paragraph 4 a (new)
4 a. Encourages European investments aimed at the diversification of Central Asian economies and introduction of modern, innovative technologies for manufacturing value added goods.
Amendment 31 #
2011/2008(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5 a (new)
Paragraph 5 a (new)
5 a. Allocation of educational grants and scholarships for the representatives of Central Asian Community to study at the European universities.
Amendment 49 #
2011/0439(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 36
Article 36
Amendment 57 #
2011/0439(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 79 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 79 – paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. The criterion of an abnormally low tender shall be applied in the aforementioned situations where one or more of the following conditions are fulfilled:
Amendment 47 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 30 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point a
Article 30 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point a
(a) where no tenders or no suitable tenders or no requests to participate have been submitted in response to an open procedure or a restricted procedure, provided that the initial conditions of the contract are not substantially altered and that a report is sent to the Commission or the national oversight body designated according to Article 84 where they so request.
Amendment 48 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 30 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point b
Article 30 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point b
(b) where the aim of the procurement is the creation or obtention of a work of artn for artistic reasons contract may be awarded only to a particular economic operator;
Amendment 49 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 30 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point d
Article 30 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point d
(d) insofar as is strictly necessary where, for reasons of extreme urgency brought about by force majeure, the time limits for the open, restricted or competitive procedures with negotiation cannot be complied with; the circumstances invoked to justify extreme urgency must not in any event be attributable to the contracting authority;
Amendment 50 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 35 – paragraph 1
Article 35 – paragraph 1
1. CMember States may stipulate that contracting authorities may purchase works, supplies and/or services from or through a central purchasing body.
Amendment 51 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 35 – paragraph 2
Article 35 – paragraph 2
2. Member States shallmay also provide for the possibility for contracting authorities to have recourse to centralised purchasing activities offered by central purchasing bodies established in another Member State.
Amendment 53 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 38 – paragraph 1
Article 38 – paragraph 1
1. Without prejudice to Article 11, Member States may stipulate that contracting authorities may award public contracts jointly with contracting authorities from differentother Member States mayif: (a) the jointly award of the public contracts by using one of the means described in this Articl is justified due to the cross-border nature of the contract; or (b) the public contract is co-financed by contracting authorities from different Member States; or (c) the public contract is of innovative nature.
Amendment 54 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 38 – paragraph 2
Article 38 – paragraph 2
Amendment 55 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 38 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part
Article 38 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part
Amendment 56 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 38 – paragraph 5
Article 38 – paragraph 5
Amendment 57 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 38 – paragraph 5 a (new)
Article 38 – paragraph 5 a (new)
5 a. Several contracting authorities from different Member States may purchase works, supplies and/or services from or through a central purchasing body located in another Member State, if those Member States provided for the possibility referred to in Article 35 paragraph 2 and all the conditions referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article are fulfilled. In that case, parties shall conclude an agreement that determines which national provisions shall apply to the procurement procedure.
Amendment 58 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 38 – paragraph 6
Article 38 – paragraph 6
Amendment 59 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 38 – paragraph 7
Article 38 – paragraph 7
7. OMember States may stipulate that one or more contracting authorities may award individual contracts under a framework agreement concluded by or jointly with a contracting authority located in another Member State, provided that the framework agreement contains specific provisions enabling the respective contracting authority or contracting authorities to award the individual contracts.
Amendment 60 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 38 – paragraph 9
Article 38 – paragraph 9
Amendment 61 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 44 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 44 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Public contracts may be subdivided into homogenous or heterogeneous lots. Forlots. For supply and services contracts with a value equal to or greater than the thresholds provided for in Article 4 but not lessEUR 500 000 and for works contracts with a value equal to or greater than EUR 510 000 000, determined in accordance with Article 5, where the contracting authority does not deem it appropriate to split into lots, it shall provide in the contract notice or in the invitation to confirm interest a specific explanation of its reasons.
Amendment 62 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 44 – paragraph 3
Article 44 – paragraph 3
Amendment 63 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 55 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point c
Article 55 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point c
Amendment 64 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 55 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point c a (new)
Article 55 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point c a (new)
Amendment 65 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 55 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point d
Article 55 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point d
Amendment 66 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 55 – paragraph 4
Article 55 – paragraph 4
Amendment 67 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 55 – paragraph 5
Article 55 – paragraph 5
5. Member States shall ensure that contracting authorities and economic operators can easily obtain information and assistance with regard to the application of this Article through the liaison point provided for in Article 88.
Amendment 68 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 57 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2
Article 57 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2
Amendment 69 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 59
Article 59
Amendment 70 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 66 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
Article 66 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
2. The most economically advantageous tender referred to in point (a) of paragraph 1 from the point of view of the contracting authority shall be identified on the basis of criteria linked to the subject-matter of the public contract in question. Those criteria shallmay include, in addition to the price or costs referred to in point (b) of paragraph 1, also other criteria linked to the subject- matter of the public contract in question, such assuch as for example:
Amendment 72 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 66 – paragraph 2 – point a
Article 66 – paragraph 2 – point a
(a) quality, including technical merit, aesthetic and functional characteristics, accessibility, design for all users, environmental characteristics and innovative characteraspects, after-sales service and technical assistance, delivery conditions (delivery date, delivery process and delivery period or period of completion);
Amendment 74 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 66 – paragraph 2 – point b
Article 66 – paragraph 2 – point b
(b) for service contracts and contracts involving the design of works, the wherever the quality of the staff is of crucial importance for the performance of the contract ,organisation, qualification and experience of the staff assigned to performing the contract in question may be taken into consideration, with the consequence that , following the award of the contract, such staff may only be replaced with the consent of the contracting authority, which must verify that replacements ensure equivalent organisation and quality;
Amendment 76 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 67 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 67 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) internal costs, including costs relating to acquisition, such as production costs, use, such as energy consumption and use of other resources, maintenance costs, and end of life, such as collection and recycling costs and
Amendment 78 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 67 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 67 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) external environmental costs directly linked to the life cycle of the product, provided their monetary value can be determined and verified, which may include the cost of emissions of greenhouse gases and of other pollutant emissions and other climate change mitigation costs.
Amendment 79 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 67 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point c a (new)
Article 67 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point c a (new)
(c a) the data required can be provided with reasonable effort by normally diligent economic operators;
Amendment 80 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 67 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point c b (new)
Article 67 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point c b (new)
(c b) it is verified by a widely/commonly recognised international organisation or agency dealing with issues related to standardisation of environmental and economic methodologies.
Amendment 81 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 67 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1
Article 67 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1
Whenever a common methodology for the calculation of life-cycle costs is adopted as part of a legislative act of the Union, includingcovering among others environmental externalities has been made mandatory by dea legated acts pursuant to sector specific legislatislative act of the Union, it shall be applied where life-cycle costing is included in the award criteria referred to in Article 66(1).
Amendment 82 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 69 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 69 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
1. Contracting authorities shall require economic operators to explain the price or costs charged, where allif at least one of the following conditions are fulfilled:
Amendment 83 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 69 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 69 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) the price or cost chargedindicated in a tender is more than 50 % lower than the average price or costs of the remaining tenders
Amendment 84 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 69 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
Article 69 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
(a a) the price or cost indicated in a tender is at least 40 % lower than the price or cost estimated with due diligence by a contracting authority, taking into consideration due taxes;
Amendment 85 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 69 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 69 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) the price or cost charged is more thanindicated in a tender is at least 20 % lower than the price or costs of the second lowest tender;
Amendment 86 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 69 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 69 – paragraph 1 – point c
Amendment 87 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 69 – paragraph 2
Article 69 – paragraph 2
2. Where tenders appear to be abnormally low for other reasons, contracting authorities may also request such explanations, indicating the areas with regard to which the price is abnormally low.
Amendment 88 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 69 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1
Article 69 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1
The contracting authority shall verify the information provided by consulting the tenderer. It may only reject the tender where the evidence does not justify the low level of price or costs charged, taking into account the elements referred to in paragraph 3.
Amendment 89 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 69 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2
Article 69 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2
Contracting authorities shall reject the tender, where they have established that the tender is abnormally low because the price or costs indicated in a tender does not cover costs of manufacturing a product, providing services or carrying out works which are the subject matter of the public contract, taking into consideration economic conditions, and in particular if it does not comply with obligations established by Union legislation in the field of social and labour law or environmental law or by the international social and environmental law provisions listed in Annex XI.
Amendment 91 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 71 – paragraph 2
Article 71 – paragraph 2
2. Member States may provide that at the request of the subcontractor and where the nature of the contract so allows, the contracting authority shall transfer due payments directly to the subcontractor for services, supplies or works provided, as well as any remaining costs, to the main contractor. In such case, Member States shall put in place appropriate mechanisms permitting the main contractor to object to undue payments. The arrangements concerning that mode of payment shall be set out in the procurement documents.
Amendment 92 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 71 – paragraph 2 a (new)
Article 71 – paragraph 2 a (new)
2 a. Member States may decide that the contracting authority may exclude a subcontractor indicated by the tender if: (i) the subcontractor does not fulfil criteria for selection envisaged for a tender; (ii) the subcontractor is not capable to properly fulfil its part of the contract. Terms of participation in a procedure and capacity of a subcontractor to properly fulfil its part of the contract are assessed proportionally to the part of the contract awarded to the subcontractor, on the basis of criteria for qualitative selection indicated in Articles 55 and 56.
Amendment 93 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 73
Article 73
Amendment 94 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 76 – paragraph 1
Article 76 – paragraph 1
1. Member States shall put in place appropriate procedurrules for the award of contracts subject to this Chapter, ensuring full compliance withtaking into account the principles of transparency and equal treatment of economic operators and allowing contracting authorities to take into account. The rules shall take into consideration the specificities of the services in question.
Amendment 95 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 84
Article 84
Amendment 96 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 85 – paragraph 1 – point h
Article 85 – paragraph 1 – point h
Amendment 97 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 85 – paragraph 2
Article 85 – paragraph 2
The contracting authorities shall document the progress of all procurement procedures, whether or not those are conducted by electronic means. To that end, they shall document all stages in the procurement procedure, including all communications with economic operators and internal deliberations, preparation of the tenders, dialogue or negotiation if any, selection and award of the contract.
Amendment 98 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 86 – paragraph 1
Article 86 – paragraph 1
1. The bodies established or appointed in accordance with Article 84competent bodies of Member States shall forward to the Commission an implementation and statistical report on each year, based on a standard form, not later than 31 October of the following year.
Amendment 99 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 86 – paragraph 2 – point a
Article 86 – paragraph 2 – point a
Amendment 100 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 86 – paragraph 2 – point b
Article 86 – paragraph 2 – point b
Amendment 101 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 86 – paragraph 4
Article 86 – paragraph 4
Amendment 102 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 87
Article 87
Amendment 103 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 88 – paragraph 3
Article 88 – paragraph 3
Amendment 104 #
2011/0438(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 88 – paragraph 4
Article 88 – paragraph 4
Amendment 20 #
2011/0437(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 1 a (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 1 a (new)
(1 a) ‘procurement’ means the purchase or other forms of acquisition of works, supplies or services by one or more contracting authorities from economic operators chosen by those contracting authorities, whether or not the works, supplies or services are intended for a public purpose;
Amendment 25 #
Amendment 26 #
Amendment 33 #
2011/0437(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 16
Article 16
The duration of the concession shall be limited to the time – specified precisely in the concession – estimated to be necessary for the concessionaire to recoup the investments made in operating the works or services together with a resonable return on invested capital.
Amendment 35 #
2011/0437(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 20
Article 20
Amendment 36 #
2011/0437(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 21
Article 21
Amendment 37 #
2011/0437(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 36 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 3 a (new)
Article 36 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 3 a (new)
The contracting authority shall be obliged, in publishing the concession notice, to honour all commitments arising from the conditions set out in this article.
Amendment 40 #
2011/0437(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 39 – paragraph 1
Article 39 – paragraph 1
1. Concessions shall be awarded on the basis of objective criteria, precisely defined by the concession provider, which ensure compliance with the principles of transparency, non-discrimination and equal treatment and which ensure that tenders are assessed in conditions of effective competition permitting to identify an overall economic advantage for the contracting authority or the contracting entity.
Amendment 37 #
2011/0409(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 2
Article 5 – paragraph 2
2. Manufacturers shall ensure that the noise reduction system is designed, constructed and assembled so as to be able to reasonably resist the corrosive phenomena to which it is exposed having regard to the conditions of use of the vehicle and to regional climate differences.
Amendment 43 #
2011/0409(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 1
Article 7 – paragraph 1
Within three years following the date referred to in Annex III, third column, phase 1, to this Regulation, the Commission shall carry out a detailed study to ascertain whether the noise limits prove to be appropriate. On the basis of the conclusions of the study, the Commission may, where appropriatejustified, present proposals for amendment to this Regulation that relate to the noise limits.
Amendment 164 #
2011/0402(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Recital 5
Recital 5
(5) There is a critical need to reinforce and extend the excellence of the Union's science base and ensure a supply of world class research and talent to secure Europe's long term competitiveness and well-being. Part I ‘Excellent science’ should support the activities of the European Research Council on frontier research, future and emerging technologies, Marie Skłodowska- Curie Actions and European research infrastructures. These activities should aim at building competence in the long term, focusing strongly on the next-generation of science, systems and researchers, and providing support for emerging talent from across the Union and from associated countries. Union activities to support excellent science should help consolidate the European Research Area and make the Union's science system more competitive and attractive on a global scale. Or. en(This amendment applies throughout the text. Adopting it will necessitate corresponding changes throughout.)
Amendment 208 #
2011/0402(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Article 3 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point b
Article 3 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point b
(b) securing sufficient supplies of safe and high quality food and other bio-based products, by developing productive and resource-efficient primary production systems, fostering related ecosystem services, along side competitive and low carbonsustainable supply chains;
Amendment 285 #
2011/0402(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex 1 – point 1 – point 1.1 – paragraph 6
Annex 1 – point 1 – point 1.1 – paragraph 6
Priority setting will equally be based on a wide range of inputs and advice. It will include, where appropriate, groups of independent experts set up specifically to advise on the implementation of Horizon 2020 or any of its specific objectives. These experts group shall show the appropriate level of expertise and knowledge in the covered areas and a variety of professional backgrounds, including industry and civil society involvement and should also be subject to geographical and gender balance.
Amendment 367 #
2011/0402(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex 1 – point 3 – paragraph 5 a (new)
Annex 1 – point 3 – paragraph 5 a (new)
To exploit synergies between policies, stairways to excellence instruments should be introduced in both Horizon 2020 and Cohesion Policy. Measures to identify potential of most promising centres ('centres of excellence"), providing the seal of excellence for them, should be introduced.
Amendment 441 #
2011/0402(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex 1 – section 1 – point 4 – point 4.1 – point 4.1.1 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Annex 1 – section 1 – point 4 – point 4.1 – point 4.1.1 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Research infrastructures which are not on the ESFRI list but play an important role in trans regional scale should also be supported. Horizon 2020 should also support transnational cooperation as far as research infrastructure is concerned. The European Commission shall assist Member States in their efforts to optimise their research facilities by setting up an EU-wide database on all openly accessible regional research infrastructures.
Amendment 459 #
2011/0402(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex 1 – section 2 – point 1 – paragraph 2
Annex 1 – section 2 – point 1 – paragraph 2
The successful mastering and deployment of enabling technologies by European industry is a key factor in strengthening Europe's productivity and innovation capacity and ensuring Europe has an advanced, sustainable and competitive economy, global leadership in high-tech application sectors and the ability to develop unique solutions for societal challenges. Innovation activities will be combined with R&D, as an integral part of the funding. Substantial focus shall be given to small and medium scale projects.
Amendment 502 #
2011/0402(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex 1 – section 2 – point 1 – point 1.3 – point 1.3.4 – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – section 2 – point 1 – point 1.3 – point 1.3.4 – paragraph 1
Developing new products and applications and consumer behaviour that reduce energy demand and facilitate low-carbemission production, as well as process intensification, recycling, depollution and high added-value materials from waste and remanufacture. Or. en(This amendment applies throughout the text. Adopting it will necessitate corresponding changes throughout.)
Amendment 50 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part III – point 4 – point 4.1 – paragraph 2
Annex I – part III – point 4 – point 4.1 – paragraph 2
Europe must reconcile the growing mobility needs of its citizens in terms of mobility and transport cohesion with the imperatives of economic performance and the requirements of a low-carbon society and climate resilient economy. Despite its growth, the transport sector must achieve a substantial reduction in greenhouse gases and other adverse environmental impacts, and must break its dependency on oil and other fossil fuels that are largely supplied by third countries, while maintaining high levels of efficiency and mobility.
Amendment 54 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part III – point 4 – point 4.1 – paragraph 4
Annex I – part III – point 4 – point 4.1 – paragraph 4
Research and innovation must bring about focussed and timely advances that will help achieve key Union policy objectives, while boosting economic competitiveness, supporting the transition to a climate- resilient and, low-carbon economy, and maintaining global market leadership.
Amendment 58 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part III – point 4 – point 4.2 – paragraph 1
Annex I – part III – point 4 – point 4.2 – paragraph 1
Transport is a major driver of Europe's economic competitiveness and growth. It ensures territorial cohesion and the mobility of people and goods necessary for anthe integration of thed European single market and an open and inclusive society. It represents one of Europe's greatest assets in terms of industrial capability and quality of service, playing a leading role in many world markets. Transport industry and transport equipment manufacturing together represent 6.3 % of the Union's GDP. At the same time, the European transport industry faces increasingly fierce competition from other parts of the world. Breakthrough technologies will be required to secure Europe's future competitive edge and to mitigate the drawbacks of our current transport system.
Amendment 72 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part III – point 4 – point 4.2 – paragraph 5
Annex I – part III – point 4 – point 4.2 – paragraph 5
The problems of pollution, congestion, safety and security are common throughout the Union and call for collaborative Europe-wide responses. Accelerating the development and harmonised deployment of new technologies and innovative solutions for vehicles, and which ensure the coherent development of infrastructures and transport management will be key to achieve a cleaner and more efficient transport system in the Union; to deliver the results necessary to mitigate climate change and improve resource efficiency; to maintain European leadership on the world markets for transport related products and services. These objectives cannot be achieved through fragmented national efforts alone.
Amendment 73 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part III – point 4 – point 4.2 – paragraph 6
Annex I – part III – point 4 – point 4.2 – paragraph 6
Union level funding of transport research and innovation will complement Member States’ activities by focussing on activities with a clear European added-value. This means that emphasis will be placed on priority areas that match European policy objectives; where a critical mass of effort is necessary; where Europe-wide transport systems, up-to-date sources of propulsion and power, interoperable transport solutions or multimodal infrastructures need to be pursued; or where pooling efforts trans- nationally can remove bottlenecks in the transport system (e.g. the low level of innovation as regards infrastructure in the EU-12) and reduce research investment risks, pioneer common standards and standardisation and shorten time-to-market of research results.
Amendment 77 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part III – point 4 – point 4.2 – paragraph 8
Annex I – part III – point 4 – point 4.2 – paragraph 8
Investing in research and innovation for a greener, smarter and more integrated reliable transport system will make an important contribution to the Europe 2020 goals of smart, sustainable and inclusive growth and the objectives of the Innovation Union flagship initiative. The activities will support the implementation of the White Paper on Transport aiming at a Single European Transport Area. They will also contribute to the policy goals outlined in the flagship initiatives on 'Resource Efficient Europe', 'An Industrial Policy for the Globalisation Era' and 'A Digital Agenda for Europe'.
Amendment 79 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part III – point 4 – point 4.3 – point a – paragraph 1
Annex I – part III – point 4 – point 4.3 – point a – paragraph 1
The aim is to minimise transport'’s impact on climate and the environment, as well as on public health, by improving its quality, efficiency and effectiveness in the use of natural resources, and by reducing its dependence on fossil fuels, while diversifying fuel supply sources.
Amendment 83 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part III – point 4 – point 4.3 – point a – paragraph 2
Annex I – part III – point 4 – point 4.3 – point a – paragraph 2
The focus of activities shall, as a first step, be to reduce resource consumption and greenhouse gas emissions and improve vehicle efficiency, the energy efficiency of all kinds of vehicles, to accelerate the development and deployment of a new generation of electric and other low or zero emission vehicles (e.g. electric and hybrid vehicles), including through breakthroughs in engines, batteries and infrastructure; to explore and exploit the potential of alternative fuels and innovative and more efficient propulsion systems, including fuel and the use of renewables in rail, water and air transport. Moreover, all innovation aimed at achieving low or zero emissions in all modes of transport should be encouraged, including developing and harnessing the huge potential of alternative and sustainable fuels, as well as developing innovative and more efficient propulsion systems, work on optimising fuel systems, vehicle weights and aerodynamics, and development and infrastructure; to, and optimiseing the use of infrastructures, by means ofusing intelligent transport systems and smart equipment; . It is importandt to increase the use of demand management and public and non- motorised transport, particularly in urban areas. It is also essential to have a waste management policy linked to these innovations.
Amendment 86 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part III – point 4 – point 4.3 – point a – paragraph 2 a (new)
Annex I – part III – point 4 – point 4.3 – point a – paragraph 2 a (new)
Consequently, reducing particulate and noise emissions must continue to be one of the European Union’s priority objectives in the field of transport. To this end, it is essential to pursue this policy, focusing in particular on the development of alternative fuels, infrastructure and Intelligent Transport Systems.
Amendment 87 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part III – point 4 – point 4.3 – point b – paragraph 1
Annex I – part III – point 4 – point 4.3 – point b – paragraph 1
The aim is to reconcile the growing mobility needs with improved transport fluidity, through innovative solutions for seamless, inclusive, safe, secure and robust transport systems, not forgetting the importance of high-quality, innovative, intermodal infrastructure that is consistent throughout Europe.
Amendment 91 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part III – point 4 – point 4.3 – point b – paragraph 2
Annex I – part III – point 4 – point 4.3 – point b – paragraph 2
The focus of activities shall be to reduce congestion, improve accessibility and match user needs chiefly by removing bottlenecks (i.e. the low level of innovation in infrastructure in large areas of Europe and the dearth of regional and small-scale aviation) and promoting users’ transport by promoting integrated door-to-door transport and logistics; to enhance inter-modality and the deployment of smart planning and management solutions; and to drastically reduce the occurrence of accidents and the impact of security threats.
Amendment 98 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part III – point 4 – point 4.3 – point c – paragraph 2
Annex I – part III – point 4 – point 4.3 – point c – paragraph 2
The focus of activities shall be to develop the next generation of innovative transport means and transport systems and to prepare the ground for the following one, by working on novel concepts and designs, smart control systems and interoperable standards, efficient production processes, shorter development times and reduced lifecycle costs.
Amendment 346 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 26 a (new)
Recital 26 a (new)
(26a) To exploit synergies between policies, stairways to excellence instruments should be introduced in both Horizon 2020 and the Cohesion Policy.
Amendment 404 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 5
Article 5 – paragraph 5
Amendment 490 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 1
Article 13 – paragraph 1
1. Linkages and interfaces shall be implemented across and within the priorities of Horizon 2020. Particular attention shall be paid in this respect to the development and application of key enabling and industrial technologies, to bridging from discovery to market application, to cross-disciplinary research and innovation, to social and economic sciences and humanities, to fostering the functioning and achievement of the ERA, to widening participation across the Union in research and innovation, to cooperation with third countries, to responsible research and innovation including gender, and to enhancing the attractiveness of the research profession and to facilitating cross-border and cross- sector mobility of researchers.
Amendment 535 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 a (new)
Article 15 a (new)
Article 15 a Attractiveness of researchers' careers Horizon 2020 shall contribute to the promotion and attractiveness of researchers' careers across Europe. As a result it shall be implemented in a manner to promote the creation of a single market for researchers, in particular by providing for appropriate mechanisms aiming to decrease the disparities in researcher's remuneration under this programme.
Amendment 598 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 17 a (new)
Article 17 a (new)
Article 17 a Seal of Excellence Horizon 2020 shall contribute to the identification of centers of excellence, the evaluation of their potential and the improvement of their visibility by providing a seal of excellence.
Amendment 734 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 25 – paragraph 1
Article 25 – paragraph 1
1. The Commission shall annually monitor the implementation of Horizon 2020, its specific programme and the activities of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology. This shall include information on cross-cutting topics such as sustainability and climate change, including information on the amount of climate related expenditure, SME participation and widening participation.
Amendment 768 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – broad lines of the specific objectives and activities – paragraph 5 – introductory part
Annex 1 – broad lines of the specific objectives and activities – paragraph 5 – introductory part
The European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) shall contribute to the general objective and priorities of Horizon 2020 with the specific objective of integrating the knowledge triangle of research, innovation and higher education. The indicators for assessing the performance of the EIT are:
Amendment 776 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – broad lines of the specific objectives and activities – paragraph 7 – point c
Annex 1 – broad lines of the specific objectives and activities – paragraph 7 – point c
(c) Marie Skłodowska-Curie actions shall provide excellent and innovative research training as well as attractive career and knowledge- exchange opportunities through cross- border and cross-sector mobility of researchers to best prepare them to face current and future societal challenges.
Amendment 901 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 1 – point 3 – introductory part
Annex 1 – Part 1 – point 3 – introductory part
3. Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions
Amendment 919 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 1 – point 3 – point 3.2 – paragraph 2
Annex 1 – Part 1 – point 3 – point 3.2 – paragraph 2
The European Marie Skłodowska-Curie actions have made remarkable progress to promote mobility, both transnational and intersectoral, and to open research careers at European and international levels, with excellent employment and working conditions following the European Researchers Charter and Code. There is no equivalent in Member States as far as their scale and scope, funding, international character, generation and transfer of knowledge are concerned. They have strengthened the resources of those institutions able to attract researchers internationally and thereby encouraged the spread of centres of excellence around the Union. They have served as a role model with a pronounced structuring effect by spreading their best practices at national level. The bottom-up approach taken by Marie Skłodowska-Curie actions has also allowed a large majority of those institutions to train and upgrade the skills of a new generation of researchers able to tackle societal challenges.
Amendment 920 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 1 – point 3 – point 3.2 – paragraph 3
Annex 1 – Part 1 – point 3 – point 3.2 – paragraph 3
Further development of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie actions will make a significant contribution to development of the European Research Area. With their Europe-wide competitive funding structure, Marie Skłodowska-Curie actions will encourage new, creative and innovative types of training such as industrial doctorates, involving education, research and innovation players who will have to compete globally for a reputation of excellence. By providing Union funding for the best research and training programmes following the Principles for Innovative Doctoral Training in Europe, they will also promote wider dissemination and take-up, moving towards more structured doctoral training.
Amendment 922 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 1 – point 3 – point 3.2 – paragraph 4
Annex 1 – Part 1 – point 3 – point 3.2 – paragraph 4
Marie Skłodowska-Curie grants will also be extended to the temporary mobility of experienced researchers and engineers from public institutions to the private sector or vice versa, thereby encouraging and supporting universities, research centres and businesses to cooperate with one another on a European and international scale. With the aid of their well-established, transparent and fair evaluation system, Marie Skłodowska- Curie actions will identify excellent talents in research and innovation in an international competition which gives prestige and therefore motivation for researchers to advance their career in Europe.
Amendment 923 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 1 – point 3 – point 3.2 – paragraph 5
Annex 1 – Part 1 – point 3 – point 3.2 – paragraph 5
The societal challenges to be addressed by highly skilled researchers and innovation staff are not just Europe's problem. These are international challenges of colossal complexity and magnitude. The best researchers in Europe and the world need to work together across countries, sectors and disciplines. Marie Skłodowska-Curie actions will play a key role in this respect by supporting staff exchanges that will foster collaborative thinking via the international and intersectoral knowledge- sharing that is so crucial for open innovation.
Amendment 925 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 1 – point 3 – point 3.2 – paragraph 6
Annex 1 – Part 1 – point 3 – point 3.2 – paragraph 6
Extension of the co-funding mechanism of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie actions will be crucial to expand Europe's pool of talents. The numerical and structural impact of Union action will be increased by leveraging regional, national, international and private funding to create new programmes and to open existing ones to international and intersectoral training, mobility and career development. Such a mechanism will forge stronger links between research and education efforts at national and Union levels.
Amendment 927 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 1 – point 3 – point 3.2 – paragraph 7
Annex 1 – Part 1 – point 3 – point 3.2 – paragraph 7
All the activities under this challenge will contribute to creating a whole new mindset in Europe that is crucial for creativity and innovation. Marie Skłodowska-Curie funding measures will strengthen pooling of resources in Europe and thereby lead to improvements in coordination and governance of researchers' training, mobility and career development. They will contribute to the policy goals outlined in the Innovation Union, Youth on the Move and the Agenda for New Skills and Jobs and will be vital to turn the European Research Area into reality.
Amendment 939 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 1 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point d – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – Part 1 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point d – paragraph 1
The goal is, by leveraging additional funds, to increase the numerical and structural impact of Marie Skłodowska-Curie actions and to foster excellence at national level in researchers' training, mobility and career development.
Amendment 944 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 1 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point e – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – Part 1 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point e – paragraph 1
The goals are to monitor progress, identify gaps in the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions and to increase their impact. In this context, indicators shall be developed and data related to researchers' mobility, skills and careers analysed, seeking synergies and close coordination with the policy support actions on researchers, their employers and funders carried out under the specific objective ' Inclusive, innovative and secure societies‘. The activity shall further aim at raising awareness of the importance and attractiveness of a research career and at disseminating research and innovation results emanating from work supported by Marie Skłodowska-Curie actions.
Amendment 969 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 1 – point 4 – point 4.3 – point a
Annex 1 – Part 1 – point 4 – point 4.3 – point a
The aims shall be to ensure the implementation and operation of the ESFRI and other world-class research infrastructures, including the development of regional partner facilities; integration of and access to national research infrastructures of pan-European and regional interest; and the development, deployment and operation of e- infrastructures.
Amendment 1001 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 2 – point 1 – paragraph 10
Annex 1 – Part 2 – point 1 – paragraph 10
The approach shall include both agenda- driven activities and more open areas to promote innovative projects and breakthrough solutions. Emphasis shall be on R&D, large-scale pilots and demonstration activities, test beds and living labs, prototyping and product validation in pilot lines. Activities shall be designed to boost industrial competitiveness by stimulating industry, and in particular SMEs, to make more research and innovation investment. Substantial focus will be given to small and medium scale projects.
Amendment 1088 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 2 – point 1 – point 1.3 – point 1.3.3 – point d – introductory part
Annex 1 – Part 2 – point 1 – point 1.3 – point 1.3.3 – point d – introductory part
(d) Materials for a sustainable and low- carbemission industry
Amendment 1091 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 2 – point 1 – point 1.3 – point 1.3.3 – point d – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – Part 2 – point 1 – point 1.3 – point 1.3.3 – point d – paragraph 1
Developing new products and applications, and consumer behaviour that reduce energy demand, and facilitate low-carbemission production.
Amendment 1093 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 2 – point 1 – point 1.3 – point 1.3.3 – point d a (new)
Annex 1 – Part 2 – point 1 – point 1.3 – point 1.3.3 – point d a (new)
(d a) New raw materials for the chemical industry Developing an alternative feedstock basis for the chemical industry, including through new syngas technologies, ranging from coal, biomass, and waste materials to environmentally friendly substitute petroleum as carbon source in the medium and long term.
Amendment 1150 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 2 – point 1 – point 1.5 – point 1.5.2 – paragraph 2
Annex 1 – Part 2 – point 1 – point 1.5 – point 1.5.2 – paragraph 2
Europe needs to continue to invest at an Union level to maintain European leadership and competence in manufacturing technologies and make the transition to high-value, knowledge- intensive goods, creating the conditions and assets for sustainable, production and provision of lifetime service around a manufactured product. Resource intensive manufacturing and process industries need to further mobilise resources and knowledge at Union level and continue to invest in research, development and innovation to enable further progress towards a competitive low carb-emission economy and to comply with the agreed Union wide reductions in greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 for industrial sectors24 .
Amendment 1162 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 2 – point 1 – point 1.5 – point 1.5.3 – point c – introductory part
Annex 1 – Part 2 – point 1 – point 1.5 – point 1.5.3 – point c – introductory part
(c) Sustainable and low-carbemission technologies in energy-intensive process industries
Amendment 1169 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 2 – point 1 – point 1.5 – point 1.5.3 – point c – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – Part 2 – point 1 – point 1.5 – point 1.5.3 – point c – paragraph 1
Increasing the competitiveness of process industries, by drastically improving resource and energy efficiencies and reducing the environmental impact of such industrial activities through the whole value chain, promoting the adoption of low-carbemission technologies.
Amendment 1208 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 2 – point 2 – point 2.2 – paragraph 10
Annex 1 – Part 2 – point 2 – point 2.2 – paragraph 10
In addition, they will help tackle the R&I objectives of other programmes and policy areas, such as the Common Agricultural Policy, climate action (transition to a low- carbemission economy and adaptation to climate change), and the Common Fisheries Policy. Complementarities with national and regional financial instruments will be developed in the context of the Common Strategic Framework for Cohesion Policy, where an increased role for financial instruments is foreseen.
Amendment 1216 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 2 – point 2 – point 2.3 – point a – paragraph 3 – point 2
Annex 1 – Part 2 – point 2 – point 2.3 – point a – paragraph 3 – point 2
(2) Targeted, focusing on policies and key sectors crucial for tackling societal challenges, enhancing competitiveness, supporting sustainable, low-carbemission, inclusive growth, and providing environmental and other public goods. This component shall help the Union address research and innovation aspects of sectoral policy objectives.
Amendment 1230 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 2 – point 3 – point 3.2 – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – Part 2 – point 3 – point 3.2 – paragraph 1
SMEs are key drivers of innovation thanks to their ability to quickly and efficiently transform new ideas in successful businesses. They serve as important conduits of knowledge spill-over bringing research results to the market. The last twenty years have shown that entire sectors have been renewed and new industries created driven by innovative SMEs. Fast growing enterprises are crucial for the development of emerging industries and for the acceleration of the structural changes that Europe needs to become a knowledge based and low carbemission economy with sustained growth and high quality jobs.
Amendment 1366 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 2 – point 2.1 – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 2 – point 2.1 – paragraph 1
The specific objective is to secure sufficient supplies of safe and high quality food and other bio-based products, by developing productive and resource- efficient primary production systems, fostering related ecosystem services, along side competitive and low carbonsustainable supply chains. This will accelerate the transition to a sustainable European bio-economy.
Amendment 1397 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 2 – point 2.3 – point a – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 2 – point 2.3 – point a – paragraph 1
The aim is to supply sufficient food, feed, biomass and other raw-materials, while safeguarding natural resources and enhancing ecosystems services, including coping with and mitigating climate change. The activities shall focus on more sustainable and productive agriculture and forestry systems which are both resource- efficient (including low-carbon) and resilient, while at the same time developing of services, concepts and policies for thriving rural livelihoods.
Amendment 1434 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 2 – point 2.3 – point d – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 2 – point 2.3 – point d – paragraph 1
The aim is the promotion of low carbemission, resource efficient, sustainable and competitive European bio-based industries. The activities shall focus on fostering the bio-economy by transforming conventional industrial processes and products into bio- based resource and energy efficient ones, the development of integrated biorefineries, utilising biomass from primary production, biowaste and bio- based industry by-products, and opening new markets through supporting standardisation, regulatory and demonstration/field trial activities and others, while taking into account the implication of the bio-economy on land use and land use changes.
Amendment 1447 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.1 – paragraph 2
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.1 – paragraph 2
The Union intends to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 20 % below 1990 levels by 2020, with a further reduction to 80-95 % by 2050. In addition, renewables should cover 20 % of final energy consumption in 2020 coupled with a 20 % energy efficiency target. Achieving these objectives will require an overhaul of the energy system combining low carbemission profile, energy security and affordability, while at the same time reinforcing Europe's economic competitiveness. Europe is currently far from this overall goal. 80 % of the European energy system still relies on fossil fuels, and the sector produces 80 % of all the Union's greenhouse gas emissions. Every year 2.5 % of the Union's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is spent on energy imports and this is likely to increase. This trend would lead to total dependence on oil and gas imports by 2050. Faced with volatile energy prices on the world market, coupled with concerns over security of supply, European industries and consumers are spending an increasing share of their income on energy.
Amendment 1452 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.1 – paragraph 3
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.1 – paragraph 3
The roadmap to a competitive low-carb emission economy in 205027 shows that the targeted reductions in greenhouse gas emissions will have to be met largely within the territory of the Union. This would entail reducing CO2 emissions by over 90 % by 2050 in the power sector, by over 80 % in industry, by at least 60 % in transport and by about 90 % in the residential sector and services.
Amendment 1459 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.1 – paragraph 4
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.1 – paragraph 4
To achieve these reductions, significant investments need to be made in research, development, demonstration and market roll-out of efficient, safe and secure and reliable low- carbon energy technologies and services, including electricity storage technologies. These must go hand in hand with non- technological solutions on both the supply and demand sides. All this must be part of an integrated low-carbon policy, including mastering key enabling technologies, in particular ICT solutions and advanced manufacturing, processing and materials. The goal is to produce efficient and secure energy technologies and services that can be taken up widely on European and international markets and to establish intelligent demand-side management based on an open and transparent energy trade market and intelligent energy efficiency and security management systems.
Amendment 1460 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.1 – paragraph 4
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.1 – paragraph 4
To achieve these reductions, significant investments need to be made in research, development, demonstration and market roll-out of efficient, safe and reliable low- carbemission energy technologies and services. These must go hand in hand with non- technological solutions on both the supply and demand sides. All this must be part of an integrated low-carbemission policy, including mastering key enabling technologies, in particular ICT solutions and advanced manufacturing, processing and materials. The goal is to produce efficient energy technologies and services that can be taken up widely on European and international markets and to establish intelligent demand-side management based on an open and transparent energy trade market and intelligent energy efficiency management systems.
Amendment 1469 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.2 – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.2 – paragraph 1
New technologies and solutions must compete on cost and reliability against highly optimised energy systems with well- established incumbents and technologies. Research and innovation are critical to make these new, cleaner, low-carbemission, more efficient energy sources commercially attractive on the scale needed. Neither industry alone, nor Member States individually, are able to bear the costs and risks, for which the main drivers (transition to a low carbemission economy, providing affordable and secure energy) are outside the market.
Amendment 1480 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.2 – paragraph 5
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.2 – paragraph 5
Implementation of the SET-Plan as the research and innovation pillar of European energy policy will reinforce the Union's security of supply and the transition to a low-carbemission economy, help to link research and innovation programmes with trans- European and regional investments in energy infrastructure and increase the willingness of investors to release capital for projects with long lead-times and significant technology and market risks. It will create opportunities for innovation for small and large companies and help them become or remain competitive at world level, where opportunities for energy technologies are large and increasing.
Amendment 1485 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.2 – paragraph 8
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.2 – paragraph 8
Research and innovation activities on nuclear fission and fusion energy are carried out in the EURATOM part of Horizon 2020.Possible synergies between the "secure, clean and efficient energy" challenge and the EURATOM part of HORIZON 2020 shall be envisaged.
Amendment 1495 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point b – introductory part
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point b – introductory part
(b) Low-cost, low-carbemission electricity supply
Amendment 1504 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point b – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point b – paragraph 1
Activities shall focus on research, development and full scale demonstration - of innovative renewables and carbon capture and storage or usage technologies offering larger scale, lower cost, environmentally safe technologies with higher conversion efficiency and higher availability for different market and operating environments.
Amendment 1506 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point c – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point c – paragraph 1
Activities shall focus on research, development and full scale demonstration of technologies and value chains to make bio-energy more competitive and sustainable, to reduce hydrogen and other alternatimve to market for hydrogen and fuel cells and to bring new options showing long-term potential to maturityliquid or gaseous fuels with potential for more efficient energy conversion.
Amendment 1517 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point d – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point d – paragraph 1
Activities shall focus on research, development and full scale demonstration of new grid technologies, including storage,flexible energy storage systems along the whole electricity chain from power generation, transmission, distributions to the end-user systems and market designs to plan, monitor, control and safely operate interoperable networks in an open, decarbonised, climate resilient and competitive market, under normal and emergency conditions.
Amendment 1523 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point d – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point d – paragraph 1
Activities shall focus on research, development and full scale demonstration of new grid technologies, including storage, systems and market designs to plan, monitor, control and safely operate interoperable networks in an open, decarbonisedsustainable, climate resilient and competitive market, under normal and emergency conditions.
Amendment 1533 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point g a (new)
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point g a (new)
(g a) Flexible and efficient fossil fuel power plants – enabling intermittent renewables Activities shall focus on the research, development and demonstration of technologies and/or materials enabling higher flexibility and efficiency of fossil fuel power plants having to cope with the necessity to step in when intermittent renewables are not able to deliver to the system and to ensure grid stability.
Amendment 1545 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 4 – point 4.1 – paragraph 2
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 4 – point 4.1 – paragraph 2
Europe must reconcile the growing mobility needs of its citizens with the imperatives of economic performance and the requirements of a low-carboEuropean society and climate resilient economy. Despite its growth, the transport sector must achieve a substantial reduction in greenhouse gases and other adverse environmental impacts, and must break its dependency on oil, while maintaining high levels of efficiency and mobility.
Amendment 1553 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 4 – point 4.1 – paragraph 4
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 4 – point 4.1 – paragraph 4
Research and innovation must bring about focussed and timely advances that will help achieve key Union policy objectives, while boosting economic competitiveness, supporting the transition to a climate- resilient and low-carbonsustainable economy, and maintaining global market leadership.
Amendment 1555 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 4 – point 4.1 – paragraph 5
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 4 – point 4.1 – paragraph 5
Although the necessary investments in research, innovation and deployment will be significant, failing to improve the sustainability of the whole transport system will result in unacceptably high societal, ecological, and economic costs in the long term.
Amendment 1569 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 4 – point 4.2 – paragraph 5
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 4 – point 4.2 – paragraph 5
The problems of pollution, congestion, safety and security are common throughout the Union and call for collaborative Europe-wide responses. Accelerating the development and deployment of new technologies and innovative solutions for vehicles, infrastructures and transport management will be keyhich are necessary and sufficient to achieve a cleaner and more efficient transport system in the Union; to deliver the results necessary to mitigate climate change and improve resource efficiency; to maintain European leadership on the world markets for transport related products and services. These objectives cannot be achieved through fragmented national efforts alone.
Amendment 1574 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 4 – point 4.2 – paragraph 8
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 4 – point 4.2 – paragraph 8
Investing in research and innovation for a greener, smarter and morefully integrated transport system will make an important contribution to the Europe 2020 goals of smart, sustainable and inclusive growth and the objectives of the Innovation Union flagship initiative. The activities will support the implementation of the White Paper on Transport aiming at a Single European Transport Area. They will also contribute to the policy goals outlined in the flagship initiatives on ‘Resource Efficient Europe’, ‘An Industrial Policy for the Globalisation Era’ and ‘A Digital Agenda for Europe’.
Amendment 1581 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 4 – point 4.3 – point a – paragraph 2
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 4 – point 4.3 – point a – paragraph 2
The focus of activities shall be to reduce resource consumption and greenhouse gas emissions and improve vehicle efficiency, to by: - accelerateing the development and deployment of a new generation of clean vehicles (electric and other low or zero emission vehicles), including through breakthroughs in engines, batteries and infrastructure; to- exploreing and exploiting the potential of alternative fuels and innovative and more efficient propulsion systems, including fuel infrastructure; to- optimiseing the use of infrastructures, by means of intelligent transport systems and smart equipment; and to- increaseing the use of demand management and public and non-motorised transport, particularly in urban areas.
Amendment 1593 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 4 – point 4.3 – point c – paragraph 2
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 4 – point 4.3 – point c – paragraph 2
The focus of activities shall be to develop the next generation of innovative transport meanssystem(s) (including means of transport) and to prepare the ground for the following one, by working on novel concepts and designs, smart control systems and interoperable standards, efficient production processes, shorter development times and reduced lifecycle costs.
Amendment 1693 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 6.3 – point 6.3.1 – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 6.3 – point 6.3.1 – paragraph 1
The aim is to enhance solidarity as well as social, economic and political inclusion and positive inter-cultural dynamics in Europe and with international partners, through cutting-edge science and interdisciplinarity, technological advances and organisational innovations. Social Science and Humanities research can plays an important leading role here. Research shall support policymakers in designing policies that combat poverty and prevent the development of various forms of divisions, discriminations and inequalities in European societies, such as gender inequalities or digital or innovation divides, and with other world regions. It shall in particular feed into the implementation and the adaptation of the Europe 2020 strategy and the broad external action of the Union. Specific measures shall be taken to unlock excellence in less developed regions, thereby widening participation in Horizon 2020.
Amendment 1700 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 6.3 – point 6.3.1 – paragraph 2 – point a a (new)
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 6.3 – point 6.3.1 – paragraph 2 – point a a (new)
(a a) reduce the disparities between regions in Europe , and with other world regions
Amendment 1705 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 6.3 – point 6.3.1 – paragraph 2 – point b a (new)
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 6.3 – point 6.3.1 – paragraph 2 – point b a (new)
(b a) build memory and identity and promote cultural exchange;
Amendment 1710 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 6.3 – point 6.3.2 – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 6.3 – point 6.3.2 – paragraph 1
The aim is to foster the development of innovative societies and policies in Europe through the engagement of citizens, enterprises and users in research and innovation and the promotion of coordinated research and innovation policies in the context of globalisation. Creating an innovative society requires solid education for young people, adjusted to the requirements of the modern world. We cannot also ignore the growing need for well lifelong learning, an area covering the whole society. This issue will pose new challenges especially for the institutions of state power, thus keeping systematic educational studies is a prerequisite for the creation of modern development strategies aimed at building of competitive economy of Europe based on knowledge. Particular support will be provided for the development of the ERA and the development of framework conditions for innovation.
Amendment 1715 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 6.3 – point 6.3.2 – paragraph 2 – point -1 (new)
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 6.3 – point 6.3.2 – paragraph 2 – point -1 (new)
(-1) understand, strengthen and promote social innovation as a multi-disciplinary approach to research;
Amendment 1716 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 6.3 – point 6.3.2 – paragraph 2 – point b
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 6.3 – point 6.3.2 – paragraph 2 – point b
(b) explore new forms of innovation, includingwith a special emphasis on social innovation and creativity;
Amendment 1753 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 6.3 – point 6.3.3 – paragraph 2 – point e
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 6.3 – point 6.3.3 – paragraph 2 – point e
(e) ensure privacy and freedom in the Internet and enhance the societal dimension of security.
Amendment 1763 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 4 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point c – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – Part 4 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point c – paragraph 1
Support the 20/20/20 climate and energy targets with research on technological and economic aspects of energy supply, efficiency, low-carbemission technologies, energy/electricity transmission networks.
Amendment 1765 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 4 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point d – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – Part 4 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point d – paragraph 1
Support the Union's policy for the sustainable, safe and secure mobility of persons and goods with laboratory studies, modelling and monitoring approaches, including low carbemission technologies for transport, such as electrification, clean and efficient vehicles and alternative fuels, and smart mobility systems.
Amendment 1770 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 5 – point 1 – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – Part 5 – point 1 – paragraph 1
The specific objective is to integrate the knowledge triangle of research, innovation and education and thus to reinforce the Union's innovation capacity and address in particular societal challenges.
Amendment 1787 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 5 – point 3 – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – Part 5 – point 3 – paragraph 1
The EIT shall operate mainly, but not exclusively, via the Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs) particularly in areas of societal challenges that are of utmost relevance to Europe's common future. While the KICs have a large degree of autonomy in defining their own strategies and activities, there are a number of innovative features common to all KICs. The EIT will moreover enhance its impact by making the experiences from the KICs available across the Union and by actively fostering a new culture of knowledge sharing.
Amendment 1788 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 5 – point 3 – point a – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – Part 5 – point 3 – point a – paragraph 1
The EIT shall aim to unleash the innovative potential of people and capitalise on their ideas, irrespective of their place in the innovation chain. Thereby, the EIT will also help to address the ‘European paradox’ that excellent existing research is far from being harnessed to the full. In doing so, the EIT shall help to bring ideas to the market. The EIT must ensure open access to all high quality European research communities. Chiefly via its KICs and its focus on fostering entrepreneurial mindsets, it will create new business opportunities in the form of both start-ups and spin-offs but also within existing industry.
Amendment 1802 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 5 – point 3 – point g – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – Part 5 – point 3 – point g – paragraph 1
Via the KICs and their co-location centres – nodes of excellence, brining together higher education, research and business partners in a given geographical location – the EIT will also be linked to regional policy. In particular, it shall ensure a better connection between higher education institutions and regional innovation and growth, in the context of regional and/or national smart specialisation strategies. In doing so, it will contribute to the objectives of the Union's Cohesion Policy.
Amendment 72 #
2011/0400(NLE)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 6
Recital 6
(6) By signing the Agreement on the Establishment of the ITER International Fusion Energy Organisation for the Joint Implementation of the ITER Project, the Community has undertaken to participate in ITER construction and its future exploitation. The Community contribution is managed through the ‘European Joint Undertaking for ITER and the Development of Fusion Energy’ (hereinafter ‘Fusion for Energy’), established by Council Decision of 27 March 2007. The activities of Fusion for Energy, including ITER, are to be regulated by a separate legislative act. Funding for the ITER Project should be secured through separate financial mechanism.
Amendment 153 #
2011/0399(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13
Recital 13
(13) Specific challenges in the area of research and innovation should be addressed through new forms of funding such as prizes, pre-commercial procurement and public procurement of innovative solutions which require specific ruleforeseen in the Regulation( EU) No XX/XX [Financial Regulation] which require specific rules to be provided in the sector-specific regulations.
Amendment 205 #
2011/0399(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 10
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 10
(10) 'legal entity’ means undertakings, research centres and universities, encompassing any natural person, or any legal person created under national law, Union law or international law, which has legal personality and which may, acting in its own name, exercise rights and be subject to obligations;
Amendment 267 #
2011/0399(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 5
Article 8 – paragraph 5
5. WIf necessary and fully justified, work programmes or work plans may provide for additional conditions according to specific policy requirements or to the nature and objectives of the action, including inter alia conditions regarding the number of participants, the type of participant and the place of establishment.
Amendment 270 #
2011/0399(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point b
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point b
(b) such funding is provided for under a bilateral scientific and technological agreement or any other arrangement between the Union and the international organisation or, for entities established in third countries, the country in which the legal entity is established. This agreement should ensure equal treatment of all Member States regardless their membership in the international organisation.
Amendment 271 #
2011/0399(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2 a (new)
Article 9 – paragraph 2 a (new)
2a. The fulfilment of the conditions referred to in paragraph 1 should be subject to the strict control of the Commission.
Amendment 302 #
2011/0399(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 14 – paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. Impact shall be weighted against the full estimated financial costs of the project, which shall determine the cost- impact ratio as the award criteria.
Amendment 334 #
2011/0399(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 6 a (new)
Article 14 – paragraph 6 a (new)
6a. Calls for proposals shall in principle contain a two-stage submission procedure, in accordance with the provisions of Regulation (EU) No XX/2012 [the Financial Regulation] and its Implementing Rules.
Amendment 342 #
2011/0399(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 4 – point a
Article 15 – paragraph 4 – point a
(a) re-evaluation of the proposal by evaluators not involved in the previous evaluation;
Amendment 344 #
2011/0399(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 5
Article 15 – paragraph 5
5. On the basis of that recommendation a decision shall be taken by the Commission or the relevant funding body and notified to the coordinator of the proposal within 30 days of the submission of a request for review.
Amendment 352 #
2011/0399(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 16 – paragraph 2
Article 16 – paragraph 2
2. The grant agreement shall establish the rights and obligations of the participants, and either of the Commission or the relevant funding bodies. It shall also establish the rights and obligations of legal entities which become participants during the implementation of the action as well as the role and tasks of a consortium coordinator.
Amendment 396 #
2011/0399(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 22 – paragraph 3
Article 22 – paragraph 3
Amendment 418 #
2011/0399(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 22 – paragraph 4
Article 22 – paragraph 4
Amendment 428 #
2011/0399(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 22 – paragraph 5
Article 22 – paragraph 5
Amendment 463 #
2011/0399(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 22 – paragraph 6
Article 22 – paragraph 6
Amendment 470 #
2011/0399(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 22 a (new)
Article 22 a (new)
Article 22 a Maximum reimbursement rates 1. The Horizon 2020 grant may reach a maximum of 100 % of the total eligible costs, without prejudice to the co- financing principle. 2. The Horizon 2020 grant shall be limited to a maximum of 70 % of the total eligible costs for the following actions: (a) actions primarily consisting of activities such as prototyping, testing, demonstrating, experimental development, piloting, market replication; (b) programme co-fund actions. 3. A single reimbursement rate of the eligible costs shall be applied per action for all activities funded therein. The maximum rate shall be fixed in the work programme or work plan. 4. The reimbursement rates determined in this Article shall also apply in the case of actions where flat rate, scale of unit or lump-sum financing is fixed for the whole or part of an action.
Amendment 483 #
2011/0399(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 23 – paragraph 2 a (new)
Article 23 – paragraph 2 a (new)
2a. If the value added tax ("VAT") is not recoverable under the applicable national legislation, VAT shall be considered as eligible cost.
Amendment 484 #
2011/0399(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 23 a (new)
Article 23 a (new)
Article 23 a Direct costs Direct costs shall be determined according to the participant's usual cost accounting practices.
Amendment 547 #
2011/0399(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 28 – paragraph 1
Article 28 – paragraph 1
The certificate on financial statements shall cover the total amount of the grant claimed by a participant under the form of reimbursement of actual costs and under the form of scale of unit costs referred to Article 27(2). The certificate shall only be submitted when that amount is equal to or greater than EUR 3275 000 at the time of claiming the payment of the balance of the grant.
Amendment 592 #
2011/0399(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 37 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
Article 37 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
2. Independent experts shall be chosen on the basis of skills, experience and knowledge appropriate to carry out the tasks assigned to them as well as gender and geographical balance. In cases where independent experts have to deal with classified information, the appropriate security clearance shall be required before appointment.
Amendment 666 #
2011/0399(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 40 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 4
Article 40 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 4
Prior notice of any dissemination activity shall be given to the other participants, unless otherwise agreed in the consortium agreement. Following notification, a participant may object if it demonstrates that its legitimate interests in relation to its results or background would suffer significant harm by the intended dissemination. In such cases, the dissemination activity may not take place unless appropriate steps are taken to safeguard these legitimate interests. The grant agreement may lay down time-limits in this respect.
Amendment 678 #
2011/0399(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 41 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Article 41 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Without prejudice to confidentiality obligations arising from laws or regulations in the case of mergers and acquisitions, where other participants still enjoy access rights to the results to be transferred, unless otherwise agreed in the consortium agreement, the participant who intends to transfer the results shall give prior notice to those other participants, together with sufficient information concerning the intended new owner of the results to permit the other participants to analyse the effect of the intended transfer on the possible exercise of their access rights.
Amendment 134 #
2011/0398(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
(aa) For the airports where a noise problem has been identified, Member States shall ensure that the Balanced Approach in regard to aircraft noise management is adopted,
Amendment 138 #
2011/0398(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point d
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point d
(d) evaluate the likely cost-effectiveness of the available measuresnoise mitigation measures is evaluated;
Amendment 151 #
2011/0398(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part
Member States shall, when taking ensure that, when noise- related action, consider is taken, the following combination of available measures is considered, with a view to determining the most cost-effective measure or combination of measures:
Amendment 164 #
2011/0398(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point d
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point d
(d) not as a first resort, operating restrictionsto apply operating restrictions as a first resort, but only after consideration of the other measures of the Balanced Approach.
Amendment 171 #
2011/0398(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
The available measures may include the withdrawal of marginally compliant aircraft, if so deemed will cause necessary action.
Amendment 176 #
2011/0398(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 3
Article 4 – paragraph 3
3. Member StatThe measures may, within the Balanced Approach, be differentiate noise mitigating measuresd according to aircraft type, runway use and/or timeframe covered.
Amendment 192 #
2011/0398(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 3
Article 5 – paragraph 3
3. WhenIf theis assessment of the noise situindicates that new operationg reveals that new measures are necessary to achieve or maintain the level of noise abatement objectives, the competent authorities shall take due account of the contribution of each type of measure under the Balanced Approach, in accordance with Annex I.striction measures may be required to address a noise problem at an airport, the competent authorities shall ensure that:
Amendment 195 #
2011/0398(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 3 – point a (new)
Article 5 – paragraph 3 – point a (new)
(a) the method, indicators and information in Annex I are applied to take due account of the contribution of each type of measure under the Balanced Approach, before introducing operating restrictions.
Amendment 197 #
2011/0398(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 3 – point b (new)
Article 5 – paragraph 3 – point b (new)
(b) At the appropriate level, technical cooperation is established between the airport operators, aircraft operators and air navigation service providers to examine measures to mitigate noise The competent authorities shall also ensure that local residents, or their representatives, and relevant local authorities are consulted, and that technical information on noise mitigating measures is provided to them.
Amendment 199 #
2011/0398(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 3 – point c (new)
Article 5 – paragraph 3 – point c (new)
(c) The cost-effectiveness of any new operating restriction is assessed, in accordance with Annex II. A Minor technical amendments to an existing measures without substantive implications on capacity or operations is are not considered as a new operating restrictions.
Amendment 200 #
2011/0398(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 3 – point d (new)
Article 5 – paragraph 3 – point d (new)
(d) The consultation process with interested parties is organised in a timely and substantive manner, ensuring openness and transparency as regards data and computation methodology. Interested parties shall have at least three months prior to the adoption of the new operating restrictions to provide comments. The interested parties shall at least include: (i) local residents, living in the vicinity of the airports, affected by air traffic noise or their representatives and the relevant local authorities; (ii) relevant airport operators; (iii) representatives of aircraft operators which may be affected by noise-related actions; (iv) relevant air navigation service providers; (v) the Network Manager, as defined in Commission Regulation No 677/2011; (vi) where applicable, the designated slots coordinator.
Amendment 210 #
2011/0398(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 5
Article 5 – paragraph 5
5. The competent authorities shall assess the cost-effectiveness of the new measures, as referred ton in paragraph 3 in accordance with Annex II. A minor technical amendment to an existing measure without substantive implications on capacity or operations is not considered as a new operating restfollow up and monitor the implementation of the operating restrictions and take action as appropriate. They shall ensure that relevant information is provided on a regular basis to the local residents living in the vicinity of the airports and to the relevant local authorictiones.
Amendment 279 #
2011/0398(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 16 – paragraph 1
Article 16 – paragraph 1
This Regulation shall enter into force on the twentieth daywenty four months following that of its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.
Amendment 21 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point d a (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point d a (new)
(da) difference between the number of newly established SMEs and those already existing,
Amendment 210 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point d a (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point d a (new)
(da) Difference between the number of newly established SMEs and those already existing
Amendment 240 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point c
(c) To improve access to finance and financial instruments for SMEs in the form of equity and debt;
Amendment 262 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1
Article 4 – paragraph 1
1. The financial envelope for implementing the Programme shall be EUR 2.522 billion, of which approximatelyno less than EUR 1.4 billion shall be allocated to financial instruments.
Amendment 273 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1
Article 6 – paragraph 1
1. The Commission shall support actions to improve and strengthen the competitiveness and sustainability of Union enterprises, particularespecially SMEs, so as to enhance the effectiveness, coherence and consistency of national policies promoting competitiveness, sustainability and the growth of enterprises in Europe.
Amendment 322 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 1
Article 7 – paragraph 1
1. The Commission shall contribute to promoting entrepreneurship by improving framework conditions affecting the development of entrepreneurship. The Commission shall support a business environment favourable to enterprise development and growth, with special attention paid to SMEs strategies and needs.
Amendment 410 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 1
Article 14 – paragraph 1
1. Financial instruments under the Programme shall be operated with the aim of facilitating access to finance for growth- oriented SMESMEs in their start-up and growth phases. The financial instruments shall include an equity facility and a loan guarantee facility.
Amendment 417 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2
Article 14 – paragraph 2
2. The financial instruments for growth- oriented SMEs may, where appropriate, be combined with other financial instruments established by Member States and their managing authorities in accordance with [Article 33(1)(a) of Regulation (EU) No XXX/201X [New Regulation on Structural Funds]], and grants funded from the Union, including under this Regulation.
Amendment 418 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2 a (new)
Article 14 – paragraph 2 a (new)
2a. The equity and loan guarantee facilities may be complementary to the Member States' use of financial instruments for SMEs in the framework of cohesion policy.
Amendment 419 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2 b (new)
Article 14 – paragraph 2 b (new)
2b. The equity and loan guarantee facilities may, where appropriate, allow pooling of financial resources with Member States and/or regions willing to contribute part of the Structural Funds allocated to them in accordance with [Article 33(1)(a) of the Structural Funds Regulation].
Amendment 427 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 a (new)
Article 14 a (new)
Amendment 434 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 17 – paragraph 2
Article 17 – paragraph 2
2. TWith regard to financial instruments, the Commission shall be empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 18 concerning changes to the details of the specific actions set out in Annex II to this Regulation if economic market developments so require or according to the results achieved by the Competitiveness and Innovation Framework Programme Loan Guarantee Facility (LGF) and the Risk Sharing Instrument (RSI) of the 7th Framework Programme for Risk Sharing Financial Facilityin the share of investment from EFG of the total EU investment in early stage venture capital funds and the composition of the securitised loan portfolios.
Amendment 435 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 17 – paragraph 3
Article 17 – paragraph 3
Amendment 437 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 19
Article 19
Amendment 464 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex II – section 3 – point 3
Annex II – section 3 – point 3
3. The LGF shall, except for loans in the securitised portfolio, cover loans up to EUR 15.000.000 and with a minimum maturity of 12 months. The LGF shall be designed in such way that it will be possible to report on the innovative SMEs supported, both in terms of number and volume of loans.
Amendment 28 #
2011/0392(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 8
Recital 8
(8) Given the increasing usage of satellite navigation across a great number of fields of activity, an interruption in the supply of services could lead to significant harm to modern society and result in losses for many economic operators. In addition, due to their strategic aspect, satellite navigation systems are sensitive infrastructures, that could be susceptible to malicious use. The abovementioned aspects could affect the security of the Union and its Member States. Security requirements must therefore be taken into account in the design, implementation and operation of the infrastructures emerging from the Galileo and EGNOS programmes.
Amendment 35 #
2011/0392(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1
Article 1 – paragraph 1
1. The Galileo and EGNOS programmes shall cover all the activities needed to define, develop, validate, construct, operate, renew and improve the two European satellite navigation systems, namely the system established under the Galileo programme and the EGNOS system, and to ensure their security and interoperability.
Amendment 38 #
2011/0392(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 2
Article 1 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 2
The EGNOS programme also has the specific objective of extending geographic coverage to these services throughout the territory of the Union and, subject to technical constraints and on the basis of international agreements, to other regions of the world, in particular territories of third countries covered by the single European sky and coming within the range of the EGNOS system.
Amendment 42 #
2011/0392(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 2
Article 6 – paragraph 2
In particular, the Commission shall ensure that the Union's intellectual property rights are used optimally and rationally.
Amendment 44 #
2011/0392(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
Article 7 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
2. The Union budget appropriations assigned to the programmes may also cover Commission expenditure relating to preparation, monitoring, supervision, inspection, audit and assessment activities required for their management and the implementation of the objectives, in particular expenditure covering:
Amendment 49 #
2011/0392(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 1
Article 13 – paragraph 1
1. The Commission is responsible for the progress of the programmes. It manages the funds allocated to them under this Regulation and monitors the implementation of all programme activities and objectives.
Amendment 60 #
2011/0392(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 30 – paragraph 1
Article 30 – paragraph 1
1. The Commission shall ensure that personal data and privacy is protected during the design and implementation of the systems and that the appropriate guarantees are included therein, so as to protect the confidentiality of such data.
Amendment 112 #
2011/0392(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 37 a (new)
Recital 37 a (new)
(37a) Given that it is estimated that approximately 5% of aircraft are fitted with the equipment required in order to make use of GNSS, support should be provided to carriers to help them make the investments necessary for the system to be properly implemented.
Amendment 88 #
2011/0391(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 30
Recital 30
(30) The power to adopt delegated actIn order to ensure uniform conditions for the implementation of this Regulation, implementing powers should be delegatconferred ton the Commission, in accordance with Article 290 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, in order to. Those powers should be exercised in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 February 2011 laying down the methods for developing a study on capacity and demand. It is of particular importance that the Commission carry out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work, including at expert levelrules and general principles concerning mechanisms for control by the Member States of the Commission's exercise of implementing powers.
Amendment 140 #
2011/0391(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2
Article 5 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2
The financing referred to under point (c) shall be provided by the air carriers who operate in the coordinated airports and schedules facilitated airports and by the airports in such a way as to ensure that the financial burden is distributed equitably among all interested parties and that the financing does not largely depend on a sole interested party. The Member States shall ensure that adequathe financial, human, technical and material resources and expertise arequired by the coordin at the disposal of the coordinator and the schedules facilitator for carrying out histheir duties are at its disposal at all times. t all times. All fees paid by the airlines shall be collected by airports in parallel to the airport charges. In case of coordination implemented for the appropriate period the cost of coordination should be covered by the organization or entity that caused the need for coordination. If it is not possible to identify such organization or entity the cost of coordination shall be covered by the airport which has the right to recover from the airlines 50% of coordination costs;
Amendment 142 #
2011/0391(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1
Article 6 – paragraph 1
1. At the end of each scheduling period, the coordinator or schedules facilitator shall submit to the Member States concerned and to the Commission an activity report describing the general slot allocation and/or schedules facilitation situation, examining, in particular, the application of Article 9(5) and Articles 13 and 18, as well as any complaints regarding the application of Articles 9 and 10 submitted to the coordination committee and the steps taken to resolve them. Upon request, the report shall be communicated to the legally interested parties. The report shall also contain the results of a survey conducted among the interested parties on the quality of services provided by the coordinator. The coordinator and the schedules facilitator shall furthermore submit to the Commission, Member States and upon request to all parties which has legal interest an annual financial report indicating in detail revenue and expenditure relating to their activities.
Amendment 157 #
2011/0387(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Annex – part 2 – point 2.2 – paragraph 7
Annex – part 2 – point 2.2 – paragraph 7
Moreover, the EIT has a clear role to play in attracting talent from outside the EU. By creating a strong brand and forging strategic relations with key partners from around the globe, the EIT can add to the attractiveness of the partners within the KICs. In close cooperation with the KICs, the EIT should develop a strong international strategy, identifying and liaising relevant interlocutors and potential partners. In this context the EIT and its KICs should take full advantage of existing EU initiatives in the area, such as the ‘Erasmus for all’ programme and the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions. In addition, the EIT can foster knowledge sharing, mentoring and networking by encouraging the setting up of an EIT alumni network. (This amendment applies throughout the text. Adopting it will necessitate correspondingOr. en changes throughout.)
Amendment 188 #
2011/0387(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Annex – Factsheet 1 – part 2 – paragraph 1
Annex – Factsheet 1 – part 2 – paragraph 1
A KIC on added-value manufacturing will help meeting Horizon 2020 priorities in terms of advanced manufacturing and processing, and its specific objective of ‘transforming today's industrial forms of production towards more knowledge intensive, sustainable, low-carbemission, trans- sectoral manufacturing and processing technologies, to realise innovative products, processes and services’. (This amendment applies throughout the text. Adopting it will necessitate correspondingOr. en changes throughout.)
Amendment 95 #
2011/0384(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13
Recital 13
(13) In order to assure broader participation of organizations from different Members States in the KICs, the partner organizations should be established in at least three different Member States. The EIT must ensure open access to all high quality European research communities.
Amendment 41 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13
Recital 13
(13) Experience with the current financial framework shows that many Member States, which are eligible to the Cohesion Fund, are facing significant obstacles in delivering on time complex cross-border transport infrastructure projects with a high Union added value. Therefore, in order to improve the delivery of transport projects, in particular cross-border ones, with a high Union added value, part of the Cohesion Fund allocation (EUR 10 billion) should be transferred to finance transport projects on the transport core network in the Member States eligible to the Cohesion Fund under the Connecting Europe Facilityrespecting national allocations for the projects listed in the Annex of this Regulation. The Commission should support Member States eligible to the Cohesion Fund to develop an adequate pipeline of projects in order to give greatest possible priority to the national allocations under the Cohesion Fund.
Amendment 80 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) transport: EUR 31 694 000 000, out of which EUR 10 000 000 000 shall be transferred from the Cohesion Fund to be spent in line with this Regulation in Member States eligible for funding from the Cohesion Fundfor projects listed in the Annex to this Regulation, respecting the national allocations;
Amendment 136 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 10
Recital 10
(10) On the basis of the objectives set by the White Paper, the TEN-T guidelines as laid down in Regulation (EU) No XXX/2012 of the European Parliament and of the Council of … identify the infrastructure of the trans-European transport network, specify the requirements to be fulfilled by it and provide for measures for their implementation. The Guidelines envisage in particular the completion of the core network by 2030 through the creation of new infrastructure as well as the revitalisation and upgrading of existing infrastructure.
Amendment 149 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13
Recital 13
(13) Experience with the current financial framework shows that many Member States, which are eligible to the Cohesion Fund, are facing significant obstacles in delivering on time complex cross-border transport infrastructure projects with a high Union added value. Therefore, in order to improve the delivery of transport projects, in particular cross-border ones, with a high Union added value, part of the Cohesion Fund allocation (EUR 10 billion) should be transferred to finance transport projects on the transport core network in the Member States eligible to the Cohesion Fund under the Connecting Europe Facilityrespecting national allocations for the projects listed in Annex of this Regulation. The Commission should support Member States eligible to the Cohesion Fund to develop an adequate pipeline of projects in order to give greatest possible priority to the national allocations under the Cohesion Fund.
Amendment 252 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 12
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 12
(12) ‘"bottleneck’" means a physical and/or functional barrier that leads to a system break affecting the continuity of long- distance flows. Such a barrier can be absorbed by creation of new infrastructure such as bridges or tunnels that address problems as for example gradients, curve radii, gauge. The need toor by renewal or upgrade of existing infrastructure shall not be considered as a bottleneck;
Amendment 259 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
The Connecting Europe Facility shall enable the preparation and implementation of projects of common interest within the framework of the trans-European networks policy in the sectors of energy, transport and telecommunications. In particular the Connecting Europe Facility shall support the implementation of projects aiming at the development and construction of new or upgrading and revitalising of existing infrastructure in the field of transport, energy and telecommunications. To this end, the Connecting Europe Facility shall pursue the following objectives:
Amendment 274 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) enable the Union to achieve its targets of a 20% reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, a 20% increase in energy efficiency and raising the share of renewable energy to 20% up to 2020, while ensuring greater solidarity among Member States. The methodology established for ex post evaluation of the instrument’s efficiency and effectiveness shall include consultations between Member States.
Amendment 277 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point b a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point b a (new)
(ba) enable the Union to achieve the goal of security of energy supply, including through diversification.
Amendment 279 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point b – footnote
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point b – footnote
b. enable the Union to achieve its targets of a 20% reduction of greenhouse gas emissions1, a 20% increase in energy efficiency and raising the share of renewable energy to 20% up to 2020, while ensuring greater solidarity among Member States. 1 If the conditions are right, up to 30´%. If the conditions set out by the European Council are met, up to 30´%.
Amendment 280 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
1. FurtherWithout prejudice to the general objectives set out under Article 3, the Connecting Europe Facility shouldall contribute to achieving the following sector specific objectives:
Amendment 292 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point a – point ii
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point a – point ii
(ii) ensuring sustainable and efficient transport in the long run, to be measured by the length of the conventional railway network in the EU-27 and the length of high-speed railway networkand waterways network created or improved by means of this Regulation in the EU-27;
Amendment 311 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point b – point i
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point b – point i
(i) promoting the further integration of the internal energy market and the interoperability of electricity, oil and gas networks across borders, including by ensuring that no Member State is isolated from the European network, to be measured by the number of projects effectively interconnecting Member states' networks and removing internal bottlenecks;
Amendment 332 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
1. The estimated investment requirement for trans-European networks in the transport, energy and telecommunications sectors for the period up to 2020 is EUR 50 000 000 000. The financial envelope for the implementation of the Connecting Europe Facility for the period 2014 to 2020 shall be EUR 50 000 000 000. That amount shall be distributed among the sectors referred to in Article 3 as follows:
Amendment 338 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) transport: [EUR 31 694 000 000], out of which [EUR 10 000 000 000] shall be transferred from the Cohesion Fund to be spent in line with this Regulation in Member States eligible for funding from the Cohesion Fundfor projects listed in the annex to this Regulation, respecting the national allocations;
Amendment 356 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point a
Article 7 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point a
(a) actions implementing the core network according to Chapter III and comprehensive network according to Chapter II of Regulation (EU) No XXXX/2012 [TEN-T Guidelines], including the deployment of new technologies and innovation according to Article 39 of Regulation (EU) No XXXX/2012 [TEN-T Guidelines];
Amendment 372 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point f
Article 7 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point f
(f) actions to reduce rail freight noise including by retrofitting of existing rolling stock;
Amendment 394 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 6
Article 8 – paragraph 6
6. Expenditure related to the purchase of land shall not be an eligible cost.
Amendment 399 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 7
Article 8 – paragraph 7
7. VAT shall not be an eligible cost.
Amendment 420 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 2 – point b – point i
Article 10 – paragraph 2 – point b – point i
(i) rail and inland waterways: the amount of Union financial aid shall not exceed 250% of the eligible cost; the funding rate may be increased to 360% for actions addressing bottlenecks; the funding rate may be increased to 470% for actions concerning cross-border sections; the funding rate may be increased to 80% for actions enhancing rail interoperability.
Amendment 483 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 6
Article 10 – paragraph 6
6. The amount of financial aid to be granted to the actions selected may will be modulated based on a cost-benefit analysis of each project, availability of budget resources, and the need to maximise the leverage of EU funding.
Amendment 484 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11
Article 11
Amendment 486 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 1
Article 11 – paragraph 1
1. As regards the [EUR 10 000 000 000] transferred from the Cohesion Fund [Regulation XXX Article XX] to be spent in Member States eligible for funding from the Cohesion Fund, specific calls shall be launched for projects implementing the core network exclusively infinancial envelopes shall be proposed by the Commission for Member States eligible for funding from the Cohesion Fund.
Amendment 510 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 3 – point b – point iii a (new)
Article 11 – paragraph 3 – point b – point iii a (new)
(iii a) actions targeting the reduction of rail noise including by retrofitting of existing rolling stocks in order to ensure viable use of the TEN-T network respecting noise level requirements.
Amendment 512 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 3 – point c – point i
Article 11 – paragraph 3 – point c – point i
(i) the European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS); the River Information Services (RIS) and the Vessel Traffic Monitoring and Information systems (VTMIS).
Amendment 547 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 17 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1
Article 17 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1
Amendment 564 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 20
Article 20
Amendment 578 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 25
Article 25
Amendment 130 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 7 a (new)
Recital 7 a (new)
(7a) Only by full integrated internal infrastructure energetic system between Eastern and Western parts of the EU are we able to guarantee security of supplies within all Member States.
Amendment 153 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16
Recital 16
(16) In view of complying with Article 172 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, regional groups should be established for the purpose of proposing projects of common interest that will be approved by Member States. In order to ensure broad consensus, these regional groups should ensure close cooperation between Member States, national regulatory authorities, project promoters and relevant stakeholders. The cooperation should build as much as possible rely as much as possible on existing regional cooperation structures of national regulatory authorities and transmission system operators and other structures established by the Member States and the Commission.
Amendment 175 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 27 a (new)
Recital 27 a (new)
(27a) For natural gas transmission projects having a cross-border impact, Member States should consider designating an appropriate entity to take long-term commitments in the form of capacity booking in another Member State for the purpose of cross-border cost allocation to the beneficiaries of the project. Such capacity should be offered to the market.
Amendment 203 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 5 a (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 5 a (new)
5a. ‘Regional Group’ means a group set up according to the priority corridors as defined in Annex I, which include potentially eligible project promoters as well as the Commission, the Agency and both the ENTSOs, and having the tasks of collaborating in the process of selecting projects of common interest, and in monitoring their implementation. On a case-by-case basis, the group may invite representatives of other organizations representing producers, consumers or system operators.
Amendment 233 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 3
Article 3 – paragraph 3
3. Each Group shall draw up its proposed list of projects of common interest according to the process set out in section 2 of Annex III, indicating according to the contribution of each project to the implementingation of the energy infrastructure priority corridors and areas set out in Annex I and according to their fulfilment of the criteria set out in Article 4. Each individual proposal for a project shall require the approval of the Member State(s), to the territory of which the project relates. The Group decides by consensus.
Amendment 238 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1
Article 3 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1
For electricity and gas projects falling under the categories set out in points 1 and 2 of Annex II, each Group shall, at the latest six months before the adoption date of the Union-wide list referred to in paragraph 1, submit its proposed list of projects of common interest to the Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators (‘Agency’)Commission.
Amendment 242 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2
Article 3 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2
For oil and carbon dioxide transport projects falling under the categories set out in points 3 and 4 of Annex II, each Group shall, at the latest six months before the adoption date of the Union-wide list referred to in paragraph 1, submit its proposed list of projects of common interest to the Commission.
Amendment 254 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 5 a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 5 a (new)
5a. The Commission shall compile the regional lists of projects of common interest submitted by the Groups into the Union-wide list of projects of common interest. The Commission may remove individual projects from the list only when the respective project promoter requested this or in case the inclusion of the project in the regional list was based on incorrect information which was a determining factor for the decision. The decision of the Commission shall be duly reasoned and delivered to the respective project promoter and the respective Member State(s).
Amendment 262 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 7
Article 3 – paragraph 7
7. Following the Commission decision for adoption referred to in paragraph 1, projects of common interest shall become an integral part of the relevant regional investment plans pursuant Article 12 of Regulations (EC) No 714/2009 and (EC) No 715/2009 and of the relevant national ten-year network development plans pursuant Article 22 of Directives 72/2009/EC and 73/2009/EC and other national infrastructure plans concerned, as appropriate. The projects shall be conferred the highest possible priority within each of these plans.
Amendment 347 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 4
Article 4 – paragraph 4
4. When rankingestablishing the list of projects contributing to the implementation of the same priority corridor, due consideration shall also be given by the Group to the urgency of each proposed project in order to meet the energy policy targets of market integration and competition, sustainability and security of supply, the number of Member States affected by each project, and its complementarity with regard to other proposed projects. For projects falling under the category set out in point 1(e) of Annex II, due consideration shall also be given to the number of users affected by the project, the annual energy consumption and the share of generation from non dispatchable resources in the area covered by these users.
Amendment 358 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 1
Article 5 – paragraph 1
1. Project promoters shall implement projects of common interest according to an implementation plan. That plan shall includinge a timetable for feasibility and design studies, regulatory approval, construction and commissioning, and the permit granting schedule referred to in Article 11(3). Transmission system operators, distribution system operators or other operators shall operate projects of common interest in their area.
Amendment 360 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 2
Article 5 – paragraph 2
2. The Agency and the Groups shall monitor the progress achieved in implementing the projects of common interest. To that end project promoters shall report back to each Regional Group meeting on progress achieved. The Groups may request additional information provided in accordance with paragraphs 3, 4 and 5, verify the provided information on site and convene meetings with the relevant parties. The Groups may also request the Agency or the relevant national regulatory authorities to issue guidelines, and instruct project promoters to take measures to facilitcelerate the implementation of projects of common interest in accordance with the implementation plan.
Amendment 380 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 6 – introductory part
Article 5 – paragraph 6 – introductory part
6. If the commissioningimplementation of a project of common interest is delayed by more than twohree years compared to the implementation plan other than for overriding reasons beyond the control of the project promoter or without sufficient justification:
Amendment 389 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 6 – point a
Article 5 – paragraph 6 – point a
(a) The project promoter of that project shall accept investments by one or several other operators or investors to implement the project. The system operator, in whose area the investment is located, shall provide the implementing operator(s) or investor(s) with all information needed to realise the investment, shall connect new assets to the transmission network and shall generally make its best efforts to facilitate the implementation of the investment and the secure, reliable and efficient operation and maintenance of the project of common interestpresent to the Group a revised plan aiming to implement the project in due time.
Amendment 398 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 6 – point b a (new)
Article 5 – paragraph 6 – point b a (new)
(ba) if the measures of national regulatory authorities according to the previous sentence are not sufficient to ensure that the investment is carried out, or are not applicable, the project promoter of that project shall accept financing or construction by one or several third parties to implement the project. The system operator, in whose area the investment is located, shall provide the implementing operator(s) or investor(s) with all information needed to realize the investment, shall connect new assets to the transmission network and shall generally make its best efforts to facilitate the implementation of the investment and the secure reliable and efficient operation and maintenance of the project of common interest.
Amendment 403 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 6 – point b
Article 5 – paragraph 6 – point b
(b) the Commission may launch a call for proposals open to any project promoter to build the project according to an agreed timelineinsofar as measures referred to in Article 22(7)(a), (b) or (c) of Directives 2009/72/EC and 2009/73/EC are applicable according to respective national laws, national regulatory authorities shall ensure that the investment is carried out.
Amendment 405 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 6 – point b b (new)
Article 5 – paragraph 6 – point b b (new)
(bb) for the application of the provisions in this article, the involvement of other operators can only be done on contractual basis.
Amendment 424 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1
Article 6 – paragraph 1
1. When a project of common interest encounters significant implementation difficulties, the Commission may designate, in consultation with the Member States concerned, a European coordinator for a period of up to one year renewable twice.
Amendment 454 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point b
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point b
(b) coordinated scheme: The comprehensive decision may encompass multiple individual legally binding decisions issued by the Competent Authority and other authorities concerned. The competent authority shall establish, on a case- by-case basis, a reasonable time limit within which the individual decisions must be issued. The competent authority may take an individual decision on behalf of another national authority concerned, if the decision by that authority is not delivered within the time limit and if the delay cannot be adequately justified. The competent authority may overrule an individual decision of another national authority, if it considers that the decision is not sufficiently substantiated with regard to the underlying evidence presented by the authority concerned. The competent authority shall ensure that the relevant requirements under international and Union legislation are respected and must duly justify its decision. The coordinated scheme may only be used for a transitional period not exceeding 10 years after the entry into force of this Regulation. The integrated scheme only shall be applied after this date.
Amendment 464 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 4
Article 10 – paragraph 4
4. At least one public consultation shall be carried out by the project promoter, or, where this is laid down by national legislation, by the competent authority, before submission of the application file to the competent authority pursuant to paragraph 1(a) of Article 11. The public consultation shall inform stakeholders referred to in point 2(a) of Annex VI about the project at an early stage and identify the most suitable location or trajectoryappropriate stage as defined in the manual of procedures pursuant to paragraph 1 of Article 10 and the relevant issues to be addressed in the application file. The minimum modalities of this public consultation are specified in point 4 of Annex VI. A report summarising the results of activities related to the participation of the public prior to the submission of the application file shall be prepared by the project promoter and submitted together with the application file to tThe project promoter shall submit to the competent authority together with the application file a report summarising the results of activities related to the participation of the public and the project promoter's observations about those results. The competent authority, which shall take due account of these results content of the report when taking the comprehensive decision.
Amendment 477 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
1. The duration of the permit granting process shall consist of two phases and shall not exceed a period of three years:
Amendment 482 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – point a – introductory part
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – point a – introductory part
(a) the pre-application procedure, covering the period between the start of the permit granting process and the acceptance of the submitted application file by the competent authority, shall not exceed two years.
Amendment 484 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – point a – paragraph 1
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – point a – paragraph 1
For the purpose of establishing the start of the permit granting process, the project promoter(s) shall notify the project to the competent authority of the Member State(s) concerned in written form, and shall include a reasonably detailed outline of the project. No later than two weeks following the receipt of the notification, the competent authority shall accept or, if it considers the project as not mature enough to enter the permit granting process, refuse the notification in written form. In case of a refusal, the competent authority shall justify its decision specify to the applicant all necessary additional information, detailing the nature, source and attributes of the data requested. The date of signature of the acceptance of the notification by the competent authority shall serve as the start of the permit granting process. Where two or more Member States are concerned, the acceptance of the notification by the last competent authority concerned shall serve as the date of the start of the permit granting process.
Amendment 486 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) The statutory permit granting procedure, covering the period from the acceptance of the submitted application file until the competent authority takes a comprehensive decision, shall not exceed one year; in justified cases the competent authority may extend this time-limit to a period not exceeding 2 years. Member States may set an earlier date for the time- limit if considered appropriate.
Amendment 491 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 2
Article 11 – paragraph 2
2. Within one month of the start of the permit granting process, pursuant to paragraph 1(a), the competent authority shall identify, in close cooperation with the other authorities concerned, the scope of material and level of detail of information to be submitted by the project promoter, as part of the application file, to apply for the comprehensive decision. The checklist referred to in point 1(e) of Annex VI shall serve as a basis for this identification. At least one meeting between the competent authority and the project promoter, and, if considered appropriate by the competent authority, other authorities and stakeholders concerned shall take place to this aim. A detailed application outline, which shall include the results of this meeting, shall be transmitted to the project promoter and be made available to the public no later than one month after the meeting.
Amendment 516 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 5
Article 12 – paragraph 5
5. Within two weeks of the approval by the Commission, the ENTSO for Electricity and the ENTSO for Gas shall publish their respective methodologyies on their websites. They shall transmit the corresponding input data sets as defined in point 1 of Annex V and other relevant network, load flow and market data in a sufficiently accurate form according to national legislations and relevant confidentiality agreements to the Commission and the Agency, upon request. The data shall be valid at the date of the request. The Commission and the Agency shall ensure the confidential treatment of the data received, by themselves and by any party carrying out analytical work for them on the basis of those data.
Amendment 593 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
Article 15 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
2. Projects of common interest falling under the categories set out in points 1(a) to (d) and 2 and 3 of Annex II, except for hydro- pumped electricity storage projects, shall be also eligible for Union financial support in the form of grants for works in accordance with the provisions of [Regulation of the European Parliament and the Council establishing the Connecting Europe Facility], if they are carried out according to the procedure referred to in paragraph 6(b) of Article 5 or if they fulfil the following criteria:
Amendment 604 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 2 – point c
Article 15 – paragraph 2 – point c
(c) the project has received a cross-border cost allocation decision pursuant to or, for projects having received an exemption pursuant to Article 36 of Directive 2009/73/EC or Article 17 of Regulation (EC) No 714/2009, an opinion from the competent national regulatory authorities and the Agency on the commercial viability of the projectArticle 13.
Amendment 608 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 3
Article 15 – paragraph 3
3. Projects of common interest falling under the categories set out in points 1(e) and 4 of Annex II shall be also eligible for Union financial support in the form of grants for works in accordance with the provisions of [Regulation of the European Parliament and the Council establishing the Connecting Europe Facility], if the concerned project promoters can clearly demonstrate the significant positive externalities generated by the projects and their lack of commercial viability. The financial support already granted to a project of common interest may not be retrospectively recalled should the project lose its project of common interest status. This is without prejudice to any decision by the Court of Auditors.
Amendment 778 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex IV – point 3 – point b
Annex IV – point 3 – point b
(b) Competition shall be measured on the basis of diversification, excluding Union level but including the facilitation of access to indigenous sources of supply, taking successively into account diversification of sources, counterparts and routes and the impact of new capacity on the HHI index calculated at capacity level for the area of analysis as defined in point 10 of Annex V.
Amendment 102 #
2011/0299(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 20 a (new)
Recital 20 a (new)
(20 a) The criteria for identifying projects of common interest should be fixed, detailed and should ensure that solutions are technologically neutral. Financial resources should be allocated to solutions based on open networks and offering free access unrestricted by any form of discrimination.
Amendment 148 #
2011/0299(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point b
b) the deployment of broadband networks to link island, landlocked and, peripheral regionsand less-developed regions of the Union with the central regions of the Union ensuring in those regions that speeds of data transmission are sufficient to permit broadband connectivity of 30 Mbps and above;
Amendment 169 #
2011/0299(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 3 a (new)
Article 5 – paragraph 3 a (new)
3 a. Projects to be funded should be selected with the greatest caution and thoroughness so that they are able to ensure communication at European level, support SMEs in accessing the digital economy and increase social cohesion.
Amendment 173 #
2011/0299(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 5
Article 5 – paragraph 5
5. Actions contributing to projects of common interest shall be eligible for EU financial support under the conditions and instruments available under the Regulation establishing the Connecting Europe Facility [REF]. Financial support shall be provided in accordance with the relevant rules and procedures adopted by the Union, funding priorities and the availability of resources. The European Commission should draft periodic reports on the use of financial resources by the Union.
Amendment 81 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 2
Recital 2
(2) The planning, development and operation of trans-European transport networks contribute to the attainment of major Union objectives, such as the full implementation and smooth functioning of the Sinternal mgle European Market and the strengthening of economic and soc, social and territorial cohesion and also have the specific objectives of allowing the seamless and sustainable mobility of persons and goods among Member States and ensuring appropriate accessibility and connectivity for all regions of the Union and contributing to further economic growth and competitiveness in a global perspective.
Amendment 92 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 4
Recital 4
(4) Growth in traffic has resulted in increased congestion on international transport corridors. In order to ensure the international mobility of goods and passengers, the capacity of the trans- European transport network and the use of this capacity should be optimised and, if necessary, expanded by removing infrastructure bottlenecks and bridging missing infrastructure links within and between Member States as well as neighbouring countries.
Amendment 101 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 8 a (new)
Recital 8 a (new)
(8 a) The trans-European transport network should be developed through the creation of new transport infrastructure, revitalisation and upgrading of existing infrastructure and through measures promoting its resource-efficient use.
Amendment 117 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 11 a (new)
Recital 11 a (new)
(11 a) Exemptions from the infrastructure requirements for the core network should be possible in duly justified cases.
Amendment 133 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 19
Recital 19
(19) The guidelines should set priorities in order to achievemake possible the achievement of the objectives within the given time horizon.
Amendment 148 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 26
Recital 26
(26) In order to implement the core network within the given time horizon, a corridor approach could be used as an instrument to coordinate on a transnational basis different projects and synchronise the development of the corridor, thereby maximising network benefits. The corridor approach should not lead to prioritisation of certain projects over others on the core network.
Amendment 155 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 27
Recital 27
(27) Core network corridors should also address wider transport policy objectives and facilitate modal integration and multi- modal operations. This should allow specially developed corridors that are optimised in terms of energy use and emissions, thus minimising environmental impacts, and are also attractive for their reliability, limited congestion and low operating and administrative costs. Their management should not, however, result in an excessive growth of administrative costs. An initial list of corridors should be included in the Regulation (EU) XXX/2012 [Connecting Europe Facility], but should be adaptable in order to take account of changes in traffic flows.
Amendment 159 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 27
Recital 27
(27) Core network corridors shouldmight also address wider transport policy objectives and facilitate modal integration and multi- modal operations. This should allow specially developed corridors that are optimised in terms of energy use and emissions, thus minimising environmental impacts, and are also attractive for their reliability, limited congestion and low operating andeir management should not result in excessive growth of administrative costs. An initial list of corridors should be included in the Regulation (EU) XXX/2012 [Connecting Europe Facility], but should be adaptable in order to take account of changes in traffic flows.
Amendment 162 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 28
Recital 28
(28) Designing the right governance structure and identifying the sources of financing for complex cross-border projects would be, where appropriate, eased by creating corridor platforms for such core network corridors. European Coordinators should facilitate the coordinated implementation of the core network corridors.
Amendment 165 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 29
Recital 29
(29) In developingThe core network corridors due account should be given toshould be in line with the rail freight corridors set up in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 913/2010 of 22 September 2010 of the European Parliament and of the Council concerning a European rail network for competitive freight as well as to the European Deployment Plan for ERTMS provided for in Commission Decision 2009/561/EC of 22 July 2009 amending Decision 2006/679/EC as regards the implementation of the technical specification for interoperability relating to the control-command and signalling subsystem of the trans-European conventional rail system.
Amendment 187 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 4
Article 1 – paragraph 4
4. The guidelines provide for measures for the implementation of the trans-European network. The implementation of projects of common interest depends on their degree of maturity, the compliance with national and EU legal procedures and the availability of financial resources, without prejudging the financial commitment of a Member State or the Union.
Amendment 213 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point q
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point q
(q) ‘freight terminal’ means a structure equipped for transhipment between at least two transport modes or between two different rail systems and for temporary storage of freight such as ports, inland ports, airports and rail-road terminals;
Amendment 221 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point r a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point r a (new)
(r a) 'revitalisation' means a process resulting in the achievement of the original construction parameters of existing infrastructure facilities with the long term improvement of its quality compared to the current state, in line with the application of the requirements and the provisions of this Regulation;
Amendment 224 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point r a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point r a (new)
(r a) 'border crossing point' means the infrastructure necessary to ensure seamless traffic flow, border checks, border surveillance and other border control procedures;
Amendment 229 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point r b (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point r b (new)
(r b) 'cross border section' means the section which ensures the continuity of a project of common interest between at least two Member States or between a Member State and a neighbouring country;
Amendment 232 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 1 a (new)
(1a) 'alternative clean fuels' mean fuels which substitute conventional motor fuels like gasoline and diesel in the energy supply for transport and contribute to its decarbonisation; they include electricity, hydrogen, biofuels (liquids), synthetic fuels, methane (natural gas and biomethane) and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG).
Amendment 252 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point f
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point f
(f) promotion of a broad use of transport with the most carbon neutral effeclow-carbon transport;
Amendment 264 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) the broad deployment of new technologies and ITS, where it is economically justified;
Amendment 330 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 1 – point i a (new)
Article 10 – paragraph 1 – point i a (new)
(i a) mitigating exposure of urban areas to negative effects of rail and road transport;
Amendment 344 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 3
Article 12 – paragraph 3
3. The technical equipment associated with railway lines shallmay include electrification systems, equipment for the boarding and alighting of passengers and the loading and unloading of cargo in stations, logistic platforms and freight terminals. It shallmay include any facility, inter alia automatic gauge changing facilities, necessary to ensure the safe, secure and efficient operation of vehicles and to enhance interoperability.
Amendment 355 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 3 – point a
Article 13 – paragraph 3 – point a
(a) railway lines are equipped with ERTMS, following the economic cost- benefit analysis;
Amendment 361 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 3 – point c
Article 13 – paragraph 3 – point c
(c) railway infrastructure complies with the requirements of the technical specification for Interoperability (TSI) adopted pursuant to Article 6 of Directive 2008/57/EC for new and upgraded lines, except in duly justified cases, where allowed by the relevant TSI or under the procedure provided for in Article 9 of Directive 2008/57/EC. In any case, the railway infrastructure shall comply with the following requirements:;
Amendment 362 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 3 – point c
Article 13 – paragraph 3 – point c
(c) railway infrastructure complies with the requirements of the technical specification for Interoperability (TSI) adopted pursuant to Article 6 of Directive 2008/57/EC for new and upgraded lines, except in duly justified cases,, except where allowed by the relevant TSI or under the procedure provided for in Article 9 of Directive 2008/57/EC. In any case, the railway infrastructure shall comply with the following requirements:;
Amendment 365 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 3 –point c – subpoint 1
Article 13 – paragraph 3 –point c – subpoint 1
Amendment 366 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 3 –point c – subpoint 1
Article 13 – paragraph 3 –point c – subpoint 1
Amendment 373 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 3–point c – subpoint 2
Article 13 – paragraph 3–point c – subpoint 2
Amendment 382 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 3–point c – subpoint 3
Article 13 – paragraph 3–point c – subpoint 3
Amendment 383 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 3–point c – subpoint 3
Article 13 – paragraph 3–point c – subpoint 3
Amendment 390 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 3 – point c – subpoint 4
Article 13 – paragraph 3 – point c – subpoint 4
Amendment 393 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 3–point c – subpoint 4 a (new)
Article 13 – paragraph 3–point c – subpoint 4 a (new)
(4 a) the access to freight terminals complies with the requirements provided for in Directive 2001/14/EC.
Amendment 402 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 14 – paragraph 1 – point c
(c) achieving standards higher than those set out as minimum requirements in the technical specifications, as described in Article 13meeting the infrastructure requirements and enhancing interoperability.
Amendment 419 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 16 – paragraph 3
Article 16 – paragraph 3
3. Port-aAssociated equipment shallwith inland waterways may include the equipment for loading and unloading of cargos in inland ports. Associated equipment may enable in particular propulsion and operating systems which reduce pollution, energy consumption and carbon intensity. It and may includes waste reception facilities, as well as equipment for ice breaking, hydrological services and dredging.
Amendment 426 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 17 – paragraph 3 – point a
Article 17 – paragraph 3 – point a
(a) rivers, canals and lakes comply with the minimum requirements for class IV waterways as laid down in the European Agreement on Main Inland Waterways of International Importance (AGN) on the new classification of inland waterways and ensure continuous bridge clearance. This shall not apply to areas of specific importance to species of flora and fauna, such as near-natural, free-flowing rivers, Natura 2000 sites or candidate sites protected by the Habitats Directive (92/43/EEC) or the Birds Directive (2009/147/EC). Moreover, this shall be without prejudice to compliance with Directive 2000/60/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 23 October 2000 establishing a framework for Community action in the field of water policy. This should not be interpreted to the detriment of possible future developments of inland waterways in the EU.
Amendment 427 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 17 – paragraph 3 – point a
Article 17 – paragraph 3 – point a
(a) rivers, canals and lakes comply with the minimum requirements for class IVII waterways as laid down in the European Agreement on Main Inland Waterways of International Importance (AGN) on the new classification of inland waterways and ensure continuous bridge clearance.
Amendment 435 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 17 – paragraph 3 – point b
Article 17 – paragraph 3 – point b
(b) rivers, canals and lakes are equipped with RIS, where applicable.
Amendment 439 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 18 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 18 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) for existing inland waterways: implementing measures necessary to reach the standards of the inland waterways class IVII;
Amendment 443 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 18 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 18 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) where appropriate, achieving higher standards than inland waterways class IVII, to meet market demands;
Amendment 454 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 20 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 20 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) parking and rest areas;
Amendment 475 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 20 – paragraph 3 – point b a (new)
Article 20 – paragraph 3 – point b a (new)
(b a) A conventional strategic road is a road which is not a motorway or express road, but which is still a high quality road as referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2.
Amendment 532 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 26 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 26 – paragraph 1 – point c
(c) Sea canals, port fairways and estuaries connect two seas, or provide access from the sea to maritime ports and correspond at least to inland waterway class VIII.
Amendment 589 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 44 – paragraph 3
Article 44 – paragraph 3
3. The transport infrastructures constituting the core network are indicated in the corresponding maps of the comprehensive network in Annex IWithout prejudice to Articles 1(4), 47(2) and (3), appropriate measures shall be taken for the core network to be developed in order to comply with the provisions of this Chapter by 31 December 2030. In accordance with Article 57, the implementation of the core network shall be evaluated by the Commission by 31 December 2023.
Amendment 597 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 45 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
Article 45 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
2. The infrastructure of the core network shall meet all the requirements set out in Chapter II without exception. In addition, the following requirements shall also be met by the infrastructure of the core network:
Amendment 609 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 45 – paragraph 2 – point a – indent 1
Article 45 – paragraph 2 – point a – indent 1
– full electrification of the railway lines;the requirements set out in the Technical Specifications for Interoperability (TSI) adopted pursuant to Article 6 of Directive 2008/57/EC, except where allowed by the relevant TSI or under the procedure provided for in Article 9 of Directive 2008/57/EC.
Amendment 614 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 45 – paragraph 2 – point a – indent 2
Article 45 – paragraph 2 – point a – indent 2
Amendment 624 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 45 – paragraph 2 – point a – indent 2 a (new)
Article 45 – paragraph 2 – point a – indent 2 a (new)
– without prejudice to Directive 2008/57/EC, at the request of a Member State, as regards railway transport infrastructure, exemptions may be granted by the Commission in duly justified cases as regards the train length, ERTMS, axle load, electrification and line speed;
Amendment 627 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 45 – paragraph 2 – point b – indent 1
Article 45 – paragraph 2 – point b – indent 1
– demand-based availability of alternative clean fuels;
Amendment 629 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 45 – paragraph 2 – point b – indent 1 a (new)
Article 45 – paragraph 2 – point b – indent 1 a (new)
– inland waterways infrastructure of the core network can be exempted from meeting all the requirements set out in this Article and in Chapter II, if an inland waterway has been classified as a route of international importance in the European Agreement on Main Inland Roads of International Importance (AGN);
Amendment 670 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 49 – paragraph 2 a (new)
Article 49 – paragraph 2 a (new)
2 a. In duly justified cases the core network corridor may involve only two countries.
Amendment 671 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 49 – paragraph 3
Article 49 – paragraph 3
3. Core network corridors shallmay include maritime and inland ports, and its accesses, except in duly justified cairports, Motorways of the Sea, rail-road terminals and their accesses.
Amendment 675 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 49 – paragraph 3 a (new)
Article 49 – paragraph 3 a (new)
3 a. Railway freight corridors set up in Regulation (EU) No 913/2010 as well as the ERTMS corridors should be a part of the core network corridors.
Amendment 677 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 49 – paragraph 3 a (new)
Article 49 – paragraph 3 a (new)
3 a. Wherever appropriate, railway freight corridors set up in Regulation (EU) No 913/2010 as well as the ERTMS corridors should be a part of the core network corridors.
Amendment 687 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 51 – paragraph 1
Article 51 – paragraph 1
1. In order to facilitate the coordinated implementation of core network corridors, the Commission shall designate, after consultation with the Member States concerned, and after having consulted the European Parliament, persons called ‘European Coordinator’. Based on the principle of subsidiarity, the European Coordinator shall be designated only for those core network corridors which require special EC assistance in order to ensure timely implementation of the corridor.
Amendment 724 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 53 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
Article 53 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
(a a) The corridor development plan shall take into account the efforts already made by the Member States and the relevant infrastructure managers in implementing Regulation (EU) No 913/2010 as well as the experiences and results of the existing rail freight corridor companies or the entities concerned.
Amendment 734 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 53 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part
Article 53 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part
Amendment 746 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 54 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part
Article 54 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part
The Commission shall be empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 56 concerning the adaptation of Annexes I, II and III to take account of possible changes resulting from the quantitative thresholds laid down in Articles 16, 24, 29 and 33 after prior consultations and with the approval of the Member States concerned. When adapting the Annexes, the Commission shall:
Amendment 767 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – Volume 02/33
Annex I – Volume 02/33
To add the Oder Waterway (Ostrava – Opole – Wrocław – Frankfurt am Oder – Szczecin) to the core network.
Amendment 863 #
2011/0294(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – Volume 14/33
Annex I – Volume 14/33
To add the Oder Waterway (Ostrava – Opole – Wrocław – Frankfurt am Oder – Szczecin) to the core network
Amendment 39 #
2011/0238(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Recital 7
Recital 7
(7) This Decision should not concern agreements between commercial entities, except and only as far as the intergovernmental agreements refer explicitly to such commercial agreements. Commercial operators negotiating commercial agreements with operators from third countries may nevertheless seek guidance from the Commission in order to avoid potential conflicts with Union law.
Amendment 41 #
2011/0238(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Recital 9
Recital 9
(9) Member States should already notify the intention to open negotiations to the Commissionhave the option of informing the Commission of negotiations with regard to new intergovernmental agreements or amendments to existing intergovernmental agreements. TWhere a Member State opts to inform the Commission, the Commission should be kept informed regularly on the ongoing negotiations. It should have the rightMember States may invite the Commission to participate as an observer in the negotiations. Member States may also request the Commission to assist them during their negotiations with third countries.
Amendment 73 #
2011/0238(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 3 – paragraph 1
Article 3 – paragraph 1
1. Member States shall submit all existing and provisionally applied intergovernmental agreements between them and third countries in their entirety, including their annexes and other texts they refer to explicitly and all amendments thereto to the Commission at the latest three months after the entry into force of this Decision. The Commission shall make the received documents accessible in electronic form to all other Member States, but shall not disclose information that is indicated as confidential by the respective Member State. Existing or provisionally applied intergovernmental agreements which have already been communicated in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 994/2010 to the Commission at the date of entry into force of this Decision, which are fulfilling the requirements of this paragraph, shall be considered as communicated for the purposes of this Decision.
Amendment 89 #
2011/0238(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 3 – paragraph 3
Article 3 – paragraph 3
3. Upon ratification of an intergovernmental agreement or of an amendment to an intergovernmental agreement, the Member State concerned shall submit to the Commission the agreement or the amendment tof the agreement, including theirits annexes and other texts. Furthermore, where these agreements or amendments refer to explicitly, to othe Commission which shall make the received docur texts, Member States shall submit those other texts insofar as they contain elements, with the excephich impact on the functioning of confidentithe internal pmarts identified according to Article 7, accessible to all other Member States in electronic formket for energy or on the security of energy supply in the Union. However, agreements between commercial entities are not subject to this obligation.
Amendment 100 #
2011/0238(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 5 – paragraph 1
Article 5 – paragraph 1
Amendment 182 #
2011/0187(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 1
Article 5 – paragraph 1
In order to ensure the development of the single market for telecommunications, implementation of the technical solutions for the facility of separate sale of roaming services shall take place simultaneously across the Union.
Amendment 186 #
2011/0187(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 2
Article 5 – paragraph 2
For the purpose of separate sale of roaming services, operators shall make sure that facilities meeting the requirements of paragraph 1 are in place by 1 JulyMarch 2014 at the latest, to ensure that the customer can use domestic mobile services and separate roaming services offered by an alternative roaming operator while keeping their mobile number. In order to enable the separate sale of roaming services, operators may in particular allow the use of a ‘EU roaming profile’ on the same SIM card and the use of the same terminal alongside domestic mobile services. Pricing for interconnection related to the provision of this facility shall be cost-orientated and there should be no direct charges to consumers for the use of this facility.
Amendment 208 #
2011/0187(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1
Article 6 – paragraph 1
1. The average wholesale charge that the operator of a visited network may levy from the customer's home provider for the provision of a regulated roaming call originating on that visited network, inclusive inter alia of origination, transit and termination costs, shall not exceed EUR 0,141 per minute as of 1 July 2012 .
Amendment 215 #
2011/0187(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 2
Article 6 – paragraph 2
2. The average wholesale charge referred to in paragraph 1 shall apply between any pair of operators and shall be calculated over a twelve-month period or any such shorter period as may remain before the end of the period of application of a maximum average wholesale charge as provided for in this paragraph or the expiry of this Regulation. The maximum average wholesale charge shall decrease to EUR 0,108 and EUR 0,06 5, on 1 July 2013 and on 1 July 2014 respectively. Without prejudice to Article 13, the maximum average wholesale charge shall remain at EUR 0,064 for the duration of this Regulation.
Amendment 228 #
2011/0187(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
Article 7 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
2. The retail charge (excluding VAT) of a Eurotariff which a home provider may levy from its roaming customer for the provision of a regulated roaming call may vary for any roaming call but shall not exceed EUR 0,321 per minute for any call made or EUR 0,1109 per minute for any call received as of 1 July 2012 . The price ceiling for calls made shall decrease to EUR 0,2816 and EUR 0,2411 on 1 July 2013 and on 1 July 2014 respectively, and for calls received to EUR 0,107 on 1 July 2013 , and 0,05 on 1 July 2014. Without prejudice to Articles 13 and 19 these regulated maximum retail charges for the Eurotariff shall remain valid until 30 June 2016at EUR 0,05 for the duration of this Regulation.
Amendment 250 #
2011/0187(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 1
Article 8 – paragraph 1
1. With effect from 1 July 2012 , the average wholesale charge that the operator of a visited network may levy from the customer's home provider , for the provision of a regulated roaming SMS message originating on that visited network, shall not exceed EUR 0,03 per SMS message. The maximum average wholesale charge for the provision of a regulated roaming SMS message shall decrease, and shall decrease to EUR 0,02 on 1 July 2013 and to EUR 0,021 on 1 July 2014. Without prejudice to Article 13 the regulated wholesale charge for the provision of regulated roaming SMS messages shall remain at EUR 0,021 for the duration of this Regulation.
Amendment 253 #
2011/0187(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2
Article 9 – paragraph 2
2. With effect from 1 July 2012 , the retail charge (excluding VAT) of a Euro-SMS tariff which a home provider may levy from its roaming customer for a regulated roaming SMS message sent by that roaming customer may vary for any roaming SMS message but shall not exceed EUR 0,10 shall reduce to EUR 0,09 on 1 July 2012, to EUR 0,07 on 1 July 2013 and to EUR 0,05 on 1 July 2014. Without prejudice to Articles 13 and 19, the regulated maximum retail charge for the Euro-SMS tariff shall remain at EUR 0,10 until 30 June 201605 for the duration of this Regulation.
Amendment 278 #
2011/0187(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 1
Article 11 – paragraph 1
1. With effect from 1 July 2012 the average wholesale charge that the operator of a visited network may levy from the roaming customer's home provider for the provision of regulated data roaming services by means of that visited network shall not exceed a safeguard limit of EUR 0,30, EUR 0,20200 EUR, 150 EUR as of 1 July 2013 and EUR 0,10100 EUR as of 1 July 2014 per megigabyte of data transmitted. Without prejudice to Article 13 the maximum average wholesale charge for the provision of regulated data roaming services shall remain at EUR 0,10100 EUR per megigabyte of data transmitted for the duration of this Regulation.
Amendment 280 #
2011/0187(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 3
Article 11 – paragraph 3
3. The average wholesale charge referred to in paragraph 1 shall be calculated by dividing the total wholesale revenue received by the operator of the visited network from each provider of roaming services for the provision of regulated data roaming services in the relevant period by the total number of megigabytes of data actually consumed by the provision of those services within that period, aggregated on a per kilobyte basis.
Amendment 286 #
2011/0187(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
Article 12 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
2. With effect from 1 July 2012, the retail charge (excluding VAT) of a Euro-data tariff which a home provider may levy from its roaming customer for the provision of a regulated roaming data shall not exceed EUR 0,90500 EUR per megigabyte. The price ceiling for data used shall decrease to EUR 0,70 and EUR 0,50300 EUR and 200 EUR, per megigabyte used on 1 July 2013 and on 1 July 2014 respectively. Without prejudice to Articles 13 and 19, the regulated maximum retail charge shall remain at EUR 0,50200 EUR, per megigabyte used until 30 June 2016for the duration of this Regulation.
Amendment 306 #
2011/0187(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 2
Article 13 – paragraph 2
2. If, after 30 June 2018, the average wholesale charge for one of the roaming services (voice, SMS or data) for unbalanced traffic between operators that do not belong to the same group falls to 750% or less of the maximum wholesale charges provided for in Articles 6(2), 8(1) and 11(1), the maximum wholesale charges for the roaming service concerned shall no longer apply. The Commission shall regularly verify, on the basis of the market data collected by BEREC, whether this condition is met and, if so, it shall publish without delay in the C series of the Official Journal of the European Union the data proving that the maximum wholesale charges no longer apply for the service concerned.
Amendment 309 #
2011/0187(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 3
Article 13 – paragraph 3
3. If, following the implementation of the separate sale of roaming services referred to in Article 5 and before 1 July 2016, the average retail charge at the Union level falls to 750% or less of the maximum retail charges provided for in Articles 7(2), 9(2) and 12(2), the maximum retail charges for that roaming services shall no longer apply. The Commission shall regularly verify, on the basis of the market data collected by BEREC, whether this condition is met and, if so, it shall publish without delay in the C series of the Official Journal of the European Union the data proving that the maximum retail charges no longer apply for the service concerned.
Amendment 314 #
2011/0187(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 14 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
1. To alert a roaming customer to the fact that he will be subject to roaming charges when making or receiving a call or when sending an SMS message, each home provider shall, except when the customer has notified his home provider that he does not require this service, provide the customer, automatically by means of a Message Service, without undue delay and free of charge, when he enters a Member Statecountry other than that of his home network, with basic personalised pricing information on the roaming charges (including VAT) that apply to the making and receiving of calls and to the sending of SMS messages by that customer in the visited Member Statecountry.
Amendment 317 #
2011/0187(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 – point b
Article 14 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 – point b
(b) sending regulated roaming SMS messages while in the visited Member Statecountry.
Amendment 333 #
2011/0187(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
Article 15 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
2. An automatic message from the home provider shall inform the roaming customer that he is roaming and provide basic personalised tariff information on the charges applicable to the provision of regulated data roaming services to that roaming customer in the Member Statecountry concerned, except where the customer has notified his home provider that he does not require this information.
Amendment 335 #
2011/0187(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
Article 15 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
Such basic personalised tariff information shall be delivered to the roaming customer's mobile telephone or other device, for example by an SMS message, an e-mail or a pop-up window on the computer, every time the roaming customer enters a Member Statecountry other than that of his home network and initiates for the first time a regulated data roaming service in that particular Member Statecountry. It shall be provided free of charge at the moment the roaming customer initiates a regulated data roaming service, by an appropriate means adapted to facilitate its receipt and easy comprehension.
Amendment 345 #
2011/0187(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 19 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 19 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
1. The Commission shall review the functioning of this Regulation and, after a public consultation, shall report to the European Parliament and the Council no later than 30 June 20156. The Commission shall evaluate in particular whether the objectives of this Regulation have been achieved. In so doing, the Commission shall review, inter alia:
Amendment 127 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 2
Recital 2
(2) The Presidency Conclusions of the European Council of 8 and 9 March 2007 emphasized the need to increase energy efficiency in the Union to achieve the objective of saving 20% of the Union's primary energy consumption by 2020 compared to projections. This amounts to a reduction of the Union's primary energy consumption of 368 Mtoe in 2020 or to an improvement of the Union's energy intensity to 104 tonnes of oil equivalent per million euro gross domestic product expressed in 2005 prices. This Directive represents, in combination with a number of existing legislative measures (such as the emissions trading scheme, the Renewable Energy Directive, the Ecodesign Directive, etc), an important instrument to achieve the objective.
Amendment 168 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 13
Recital 13
(13) It would be preferable for the 20% energy efficiency target to be achieved as a result of the cumulative implementation of specific national and European measures, on the basis of clear and enforceable national targets, promoting energy efficiency in different fields. If that approach does not succeed, it would however be necessary to reinforce the policy framework by adding a system of binding targets. In a first stage, therefore, Member States should be required to setagree on national energy efficiency targets, schemes and programmes. It should be for them to decide whether these targets should be binding or indicative in their territory. In a second stage, these targets and the individual efforts of each Member State should be evaluated by the Commission, alongside data on the progress made, to assess the likelihood of achieving the overall Union target and the extent to which the individual based on a clear effort-sharing agreement. The Commission should closely monitor and, if necessary, efnforts are sufficient to meet the common goal. The Commission should therefore closely monitor thece a proper implementation of national energy efficiency programmes through its revised legislative framework and within the Europe 2020 process. If this assessment shows that the overall Union target is unlikely to be achieved, then the Commission should propose mandatorylegally binding national targets for 2020, taking into account the individual starting points of Member States, their economic performance and early action taken.
Amendment 189 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 15
Recital 15
(15) The rate of building renovation needs to be increased, as the existing building stock represents the single biggest potential sector for energy savings. Moreover, buildings are crucial to achieving the EU objective of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 80-95% by 2050 compared to 1990greater energy efficiency and savings. Buildings owned by public bodies account for a considerable share of the building stock and have high visibility in public life. It is therefore appropriate, in due consideration of tight public finances, to set an annual rate of renovation of all buildings owned by public bodies to upgrade their energy performance. This renovation rate should be without prejudice to the obligations with regard to nearly- zero energy buildings set in Directive 2010/31/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 19 May 2010 on the energy performance of buildings. The obligation to renovate public buildings complements the provisions of that Directive, which requires Member States to ensure that when existing buildings undergo major renovation their energy performance is upgraded so that they meet minimum energy performance requirements.
Amendment 212 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 18
Recital 18
(18) An assessment of the possibility of establishing a ‘white certificate’ scheme at Union level has shown that, in the current situation, such a system would create excessive administrative costs and that there is a risk that energy savings would be concentrated in a number of Member States and not introduced across the Union. The latter objective can better be achieved, at least at this stage, by means of national energy efficiency obligation schemes or other alternative measures that achieve the same amount of energy savings. The Commission should however define, by a delegated act, common criteria according to which energy efficiency measures could be measured and verified as well as the conditions under which a Member State could in future recognise the energy savings achieved in another Member State. It is appropriate for the level of ambition of such schemes to be established in a common framework at Union level while providing significant flexibility to Member States to take full account of the national organisation of market actors, the specific context of the energy sector and final customers' habits. The common framework should give energy utilities and other eligible actors the option of offering energy services to all final customers, not only to those to whom they sell energy. This increases competition in the energy market because energy utilities can differentiate their product by providing complementary energy services. The common framework should allow Member States to include requirements in their national scheme that pursue a social aim, notably in order to ensure that vulnerable customers have access to the benefits of higher energy efficiency. It should also allow Member States to exempt small companies from the energy efficiency obligation. The Commission Communication ‘Small Business Act’ sets out principles that should be taken into account by Member States that decide to abstain from applying this possibility.
Amendment 253 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 23
Recital 23
(23) High-efficiency cogeneration (CHP) and district heating and cooling has significant potential for saving primary energy which is largely untapped in the Union. Member States should draw up national plansanalyses of their potential to develop high-efficiency CHP and district heating and cooling. These plans should cover a sufficiently long period toMember States should aim at provideing investors with information concerning national development plans anover a sufficiently long period which would contribute to a stable and supportive investment environment. NWhere the cost-benefit analysis is positive, new electricity generation installations and existing installations which are substantially refurbished or whose permit or licence is updated should be equipped with high-efficient CHP units to recover waste heat stemming from the production of electricity. This waste heat could then be transported where it is needed through district heating networks. To this end, Member States should adopt authorisation criteria to ensure the location of installations in sites close to heat demand points. Member States should however be able to lay down conditions for exemption from these obligations where certain conditions are met. When adopting authorisation criteria Member States should ensure that the regional and local competences as regards spatial planning are fully respected.
Amendment 292 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 34
Recital 34
Amendment 334 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 1 a (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 1 a (new)
1 a. ‘energy efficiency’ means the use of less energy inputs while maintaining an equivalent level of economic activity or service;
Amendment 353 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 2 b (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 2 b (new)
2 b. ‘energy saving’ means a reduction of energy consumption through the implementation of energy efficiency, behaviour change or decreased economic activity;
Amendment 370 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 4 a (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 4 a (new)
4 a. 'cost-optimal level’ means the energy performance level of products or services which leads to the lowest cost during the estimated economic lifecycle, where: (a) the lowest cost is determined taking into account energy-related investment costs, maintenance and operating costs, where applicable, and disposal costs, where applicable; and (b) the estimated economic lifecycle is determined by each Member State by product or service category. The cost-optimal level shall lie within the range of performance levels where the cost benefit analysis calculated over the estimated economic lifecycle is positive; For cost-optimal levels related to buildings and building refurbishment, Article 2(14) of Directive 2010/31/EU shall apply;
Amendment 403 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 17 a (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 17 a (new)
17 a. “Industrial waste heat” means hot streams from industry that is a by- product, impossible to avoid at production of the industrial product and could not be used inside the industrial production;
Amendment 428 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 3 – paragraph 1
Article 3 – paragraph 1
1. By 30. June 2013 at the latest, Member States shall set aagree to national energy efficiency target expressed as an absolute level of primary energy consumption in 2020. When setting these targets, they shall take into account the Union’s target of 20 % energy savings,s, based on a Commission proposal, taking into account the methodology as laid down in Annex Ia so as to ensure the achievement of the Union’s target of 20 % primary energy savings by 2020, requiring either a reduction of EU primary energy consumption of 368 Mtoe in 2020 or a reduction of EU energy intensity to no more than 104 tonnes of oil equivalent per million euro gross domestic product expressed in 2005 prices in 2020. The national energy efficiency targets shall be expressed either as an absolute level of primary energy savings or as absolute level of primary energy consumption in 2020 relative to the projected GDP in that year. It shall take into account the measures provided for in this Directive, the measures adopted to reach the national energy saving targets adopted pursuant to Article 4(1) of Directive 2006/32/EC and other measures to promote energy efficiency within Member States and at Union level.
Amendment 455 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 3 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. Member States may deviate from the provisions laid down in Articles 4 and 6. They shall notify to the Commission alternative or complementary measures that they plan to adopt in accordance with Article 19 (2). Member States opting for alternative or complementary measures shall ensure that the amount of primary energy savings or the decrease in energy intensity achieved by these alternative or complementary measures is sufficient to achieve the national energy efficiency target.
Amendment 473 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 3 – paragraph 2
Article 3 – paragraph 2
2. By 30 June1 December 20143, the Commission shall assess whether the Union is likely to achieve its target of 20 % primary energy savings by 2020, requiring a reduction of EU primary energy consumption of 368 Mtoe in 2020, taking into account the sum of the national targets referred to in paragraph 1 and the evaluation referred to in Article 19(4).
Amendment 479 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 3 – paragraph 2 a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 2 a (new)
Amendment 509 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 4 – paragraph 1
Article 4 – paragraph 1
1. Without prejudice to Article 7 of Directive 2010/31/EU and without prejudice to Article 3(1a) of this directive, Member States shall ensure that as from 1 January 2014, 3% of the total floor area owned by their public bodies is renovated each year to meet at least the minimum energy performance requirements set by the Member State concerned in application of Article 4 of Directive 2010/31/EU. The 3% rate shall be calculated on the total floor area of buildings with a total useful floor area over 250 m2 owned by the public bodies of the Member State concerned that, on 1 January of each year, does not meet the national minimum energy performance requirements set in application of Article 4 of Directive 2010/31/EU.
Amendment 557 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 4 – paragraph 2
Article 4 – paragraph 2
2. Member States may allow their public bodies to count towards their annual renovation rate the excess of renovated building floor area in a given year as if it has instead been renovated in any of the twofour previous or following years.
Amendment 570 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 4 – paragraph 3
Article 4 – paragraph 3
Amendment 587 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 4 – paragraph 3 a (new)
Article 4 – paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. Member States may lay down conditions for the exemption of building categories as defined in Article 4(2) of Directive 2010/31/EU from the provisions of this Article.
Amendment 606 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 4 – paragraph 4 – point a
Article 4 – paragraph 4 – point a
(a) adopt an energy efficiency plan, freestanding or as part of a broader climate or environmental plan, containing specific energy savingefficiency objectives, with a view to continuously improving the body's energy efficiency;
Amendment 644 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 5 – paragraph 1
Article 5 – paragraph 1
Member States shall ensure that public bodies purchase only products, services and buildings with high energy efficiency performance, as referred to in Annex III and take into account cost-optimal levels.
Amendment 653 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – title
Article 6 – title
Energy efficiency obligation schemessupport schemes [This amendment applies throughout the text. Adopting it would necessitate corresponding changes throughout the text]
Amendment 670 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 1
Article 6 – paragraph 1
1. EWithout prejudice to Article 3(1a) of this directive, each Member State shall set up an energy efficiency obligationsupport scheme. This scheme shall ensure that either all energy distributors or all retail energy sales companies operating on the Member State's territory achieveinitiate energy efficiency measures with a verified annual energy savings potential equal to 1.5% of their energy sales, by volume, in the previous year in that Member State excluding energy used in transport. This amount of energy savingese energy efficiency measures shall be achievinitiated by the obligated parties among final customers and may be averaged over the most recent three-year period.
Amendment 702 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 6 – paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. Member States shall define eligible sectors and measures, country-specific measurement and verification rules in accordance with subparagraph 1b, including qualitative project requirements and eligible actors others than the obligated parties. Member States shall retain the possibility to couple the support scheme with a trading mechanism designed according to national needs and circumstances.
Amendment 703 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 1 b (new)
Article 6 – paragraph 1 b (new)
1b. By December 2013, the Commission shall establish, by means of delegated acts in accordance with Article 18, common and cost-effective criteria for measuring and verifying energy efficiency measures including their energy savings potential which will allow to quantify energy efficiency efforts by obligated parties resulting from this article. Country- specific measurement and verification rules set by the Member States shall be based on these criteria.
Amendment 719 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 3
Article 6 – paragraph 3
3. Measures that target short-term savings, as defined in Annex V(1), shall not account for more than 10% of the amount of energy savings required from each obligated party and shall only be eligible to count towards the obligation laid down in paragraph 1 if combined with measures to which longer- term savings potential are attributed. Member States shall define measures targeting short-term savings and may use Annex V(1) as guideline.
Amendment 733 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 4
Article 6 – paragraph 4
4. Member States shall ensure that the savings claimed by obligated parties are calculated in accordance with Annex V(2). They shall put in place control systems under which at least a statistically significant proportion of the energy efficiency improvement measures put in place by the obligated parties is independently verified. Member States shall ensure that the costs of energy savings can be recovered among final customers. When implementing a saving obligation system in accordance with paragraph 1 Member States shall avoid discrimination, cross-subsidisation and distortion of competition.
Amendment 759 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 6 – point a
Article 6 – paragraph 6 – point a
Amendment 763 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 6 – point b
Article 6 – paragraph 6 – point b
Amendment 764 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 6 – point c
Article 6 – paragraph 6 – point c
Amendment 797 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 9 – subparagraph 1
Article 6 – paragraph 9 – subparagraph 1
As an alternative to paragraph 1, Member States may opt to take otheralternative or complementary measures to achievinitiate energy savingefficiency measures among final customers. The annual amount of the energy savings potential by the energy efficiency measures achieved through this approach shall be equivalent to the amount of energy savings required in paragraph 1.
Amendment 798 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 9 – subparagraph 2
Article 6 – paragraph 9 – subparagraph 2
Member States opting for this option shall notify to the Commission, by 1 January 2013 at the latest in the context of the national energy efficiency plan referred to in Article 19(2) of this directive, the alternative or complementary measures that they plan to adopt, including the rules on penalties referred to in Article 9, and demonstrating how they would achieve the required amount of savings. The Commission maenergy refuse suchficiency measures or make suggestions for modifications in the 3 months following notification. In such cases, the alternative approach shall not be applied by the Member State concerned until the Commission expressly accepts the resubmitted or modified draft measureswith the required verified energy savings potential.
Amendment 804 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 9 – subparagraph 2
Article 6 – paragraph 9 – subparagraph 2
Member States opting for this option shall notify to the Commission, by 1 January 2013 at the latest, the alternative measures that they plan to adopt, including the rules on penalties referred to in Article 9, and demonstrating how they would achieve the required amount of savings. The Commission may refuse such measures or make suggestions for modifications in the 3 months following notification. In such cases, the alternative approach shall not be applied by the Member State concerned until the Commission expressly accepts the resubmitted or modified draft measuresThe Member States shall take these suggestions or modifications into account.
Amendment 823 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 10
Article 6 – paragraph 10
10. If appropriate, the Commission shall establish, by means of a delegated act in accordance with Article 18, a system of mutual recognition of energy savings achieved under national energy efficiency obligationsupport schemes. Such a system shall allow obligated parties to count energy savingefficiency measures achieved and certified in a given Member State towards their obligations in another Member State.
Amendment 862 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 7 – paragraph 2
Article 7 – paragraph 2
2. Member States shall ensure that enterprises not included in the second subparagraph of paragraph 1 are subject to an energy audit carried out in an independent and cost-effective manner by qualified or accredited experts at the latest by 30 June 20145 and every three years from the date of the previous energy audit. Audits may be carried out by in-house experts, provided that these are qualified and accredited, that they are not directly engaged in the activity audited, and that the Member state has put in place a scheme to assure and check their quality.
Amendment 870 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 7 – paragraph 2
Article 7 – paragraph 2
2. Member States shall ensure that enterprises not included in the second subparagraph of paragraph 1 are subject to an energy audit carried out in an independent and cost-effective manner by qualified or accredited experts at the latest by 30 June 2014 andtwo years from the entry into force of this Directive and at least every threfive years from the date of the previous energy audit.
Amendment 908 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 8 – title
Article 8 – title
Metering and informative billing Metering and billing information
Amendment 933 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 8 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 8 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
When smart meters are installed Member States shall ensure that final customers for electricity, natural gas, district heating or cooling and district- supplied domestic hot water are provided with individual meters that accurately measure and allow to make available their actual energy consumption and provide information on actual time of use, in accordance with Annex VI.
Amendment 959 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 8 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 4
Article 8 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 4
In case of heating and cooling, where a building is supplied from a district heating network or through central heating or from individual heat sources, a heat meter shall be installed at the building entry or at the outlet of the boiler respectively. In multi-apartmenunit buildings, individual heat consumption metermetering devices shall also be installed to measure the consumption of heat or cooling for each apartmenunit. Where the use of individual heat consumption meters is not technically feasible, individual heat cost allocators, in accordance with the specifications in Annex VI(1.2), shall be used for measuring heat consumption at each radiator.
Amendment 984 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 8 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 5
Article 8 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 5
Member States shall introduce rules on cost allocation of heat consumption in multi-apartmenunit buildings supplied with centralised heat or cooling. Such rules shall include guidelines on correction factors to reflect building characteristics such as heat transfers between apartmenunits.
Amendment 986 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 8 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 5 a (new)
Article 8 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 5 a (new)
Member States may lay down conditions for the exemption of building categories as defined in Article 4(2) of Directive 2010/31/EU from the provisions of this Article.
Amendment 1002 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 8 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
Article 8 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
In addition to the obligations resulting from Directive 2009/72/EC and Directive 2009/73/EC with regard to billing, Member States shall ensure, not later than 1 January 2015, that billing is accurate and that billing information is based on actual consumption, for all the sectors covered by the present Directive, including energy distributors, distribution system operators and retail energy sales companies, in accordance with the minimum frequency set out in Annex VI(2.1). Appropriate information shall be made available with the bill to provide final customers with a comprehensive account of current energy costs, in accordance with Annex VI(2.2) and the relevant provisions for electricity in Directive 2009/72/EC and for gas in Directive 2009/73/EC.
Amendment 1054 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 1
Article 10 – paragraph 1
1. By 1 January 2014, Member States shall establish and notify to the Commission a national heating and cooling plan for developing the potential for the application of high-efficiency cogeneration, including micro- cogeneration, and efficient district heating and cooling, containing the information set out in Annex VII. The plans shall be updated and notified to the Commission every five years. Member States shall ensure by means of their regulatory framework that national heating and cooling plans are taken into account in local and regional development plans, including urban and rural spatial plans, and fulfil the design criteria in Annex VII.
Amendment 1069 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 1
Article 10 – paragraph 1
1. By 1 January 20146, Member States shall establish and notify to the Commission a national heating and cooling plan for developing the potential for the application of high-efficiency cogeneration and efficient district heating and cooling, containing the information set out in Annex VII. The plans shall be updated and notified to the Commission every five years. Member States shall ensure by means of their regulatory framework that national heating and cooling plans are taken into account in local and regional development plans, including urban and rural spatial plans, and fulfil the design criteria in Annex VII.
Amendment 1093 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 2
Article 10 – paragraph 2
2. Member States shall take the necessary measures to develop efficient district heating and cooling infrastructure to accommodatesupport the development of high- efficiency cogeneration and the use of heating and cooling from waste heat and renewable energy sources in accordance with paragraphs 1, 3, 6 and 7. When developing district heating and cooling, they shall to the extent possible opt for high-efficiency cogeneration rather than heat-only generation.
Amendment 1102 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part
Article 10 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part
Member States shall ensure, subject to economic feasibility and technical suitability, that all new thermal combustion electricity generation installations with a total thermal input exceeding 20 MW:
Amendment 1103 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part
Article 10 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part
Member States shall, where appropriate and cost-effective, ensure that all new thermal combustion electricity generation installations with a total thermal input exceeding 20 MW:
Amendment 1126 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point a
Article 10 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point a
(a) are provided with equipment allowing for the recovery of waste heat by means of a high-efficiency cogeneration unit; andor
Amendment 1153 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2
Article 10 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2
Member States shall adopt authorisation criteria as referred to in Article 7 of Directive 2009/72/EC, or equivalent permit criteria, to ensure that the provisions of the first subparagraph are met. They shall in particular ensure that the location of new installations takes into account the availability of suitable additional heat loads for cogeneration, not yet covered by heat from high efficient cogeneration in accordance with Annex VIII.
Amendment 1154 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2
Article 10 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2
Member States shall adopt authorisation criteria as referred to in Article 7 of Directive 2009/72/EC, or equivalent permit criteria, to ensure that the provisions of the first subparagraph are met. They shall in particular ensure that the location of new installations takes into account the availability of suitable heat loads for cogeneration not yet covered by heat from high efficient cogeneration in accordance with Annex VIII.
Amendment 1155 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2
Article 10 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2
Member States shall adopt authorisation criteria as referred to in Article 7 of Directive 2009/72/EC, or equivalent permit criteria, to ensure that the provisions of the first subparagraph are met. They shall in particular ensure that the location of new installations takes into account the availability of suitable heat loads for cogeneration in accordance withtaking into consideration the guidelines laid down in Annex VIII.
Amendment 1159 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part
Member States may lmay down conditions for exempinclude in their authorisation criteria or equivalent permit criteria conditions for exempting individual installations from the provisions ofin paragraph 3 when:
Amendment 1165 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 – point a
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 – point a
(a) the threshold conditions related to the availability of heat load set out in point 1 of Annex VIII are not met;a cost-benefit analysis carried out for the individual installation shows that the costs outweigh the benefits in comparison with the full life-cycle costs, including infrastructure investment, of providing the same amount of electricity and heat with separate heating or cooling; or
Amendment 1175 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 – point c
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 – point c
(c) a cost-benefit analysis shows that the costs outweigh the benefits in comparison with the full life-cycle costs, including infrastructure investment, of providing the same amount of electricity and heat with separate heating or coolingthe threshold conditions related to the availability of additional heat load set out in point 1 of Annex VIII are not met.
Amendment 1191 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2
Member States shall notify such conditions for exemption to the Commission by 1 January 20146. The Commission may refuse those conditions or make suggestions for modifications in the 6 months following notification. In such cases, the conditions for exemption shall not be applied by the Member State concerned until the Commission expressly accepts the resubmitted orapproves the modified conditions.
Amendment 1208 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 6 – subparagraph 1
Article 10 – paragraph 6 – subparagraph 1
Member States shall ensure that, whenever an existing electricity generation installation with a total rated thermal input exceeding 20 MW is substantially refurbished or when, in accordance with Article 21 of Directive 2010/75/EC, its permit is updated, conversion to allow its operation as a high-efficiency cogeneration installation is set as a condimust be taken into consideration i, on the new or updated permit or licence, provided that the installationbasis of an analysis of cost effectiveness and of its sited in a location where the waste heat can be used by heat demand points in accordance with point 1 of Annex VIIIuse, in the new or updated permit or licence.
Amendment 1213 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 6 – subparagraph 1
Article 10 – paragraph 6 – subparagraph 1
Member States shall ensure that, whenever an existing electricity generation installation with a total rated thermal input exceeding 20 MW is substantially refurbished or when, in accordance with Article 21 of Directive 2010/75/EC, its permit is updated, conversion to allow its operation as a high-efficiency cogeneration installation is set as a condition in the new or updated permit or licence, provided that the installation is sited in a location where the waste heat can be used by additional heat demand points in accordance with point 1 of Annex VIII and where a cost- benefit analysis shows a benefit over the life-cycle of the installation.
Amendment 1221 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 6 – subparagraph 1
Article 10 – paragraph 6 – subparagraph 1
Member States shall, where appropriate and cost-effective, ensure that, whenever an existing electricity generation installation with a total rated thermal input exceeding 20 MW is substantially refurbished or when, in accordance with Article 21 of Directive 2010/75/EC, its permit is updated, conversion to allow its operation as a high-efficiency cogeneration installation is set as a condition in the new or updated permit or licence, provided that the installation is sited in a location where the waste heat can be used by heat demand points in accordance with point 1 of Annex VIII.
Amendment 1228 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 1
Article 10 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 1
Member States may lay down conditions for exemption from the provisions of paragraph 6 when: (a) the threshold conditions related to the availability of heat load set out in point 1 of Annex VIII are not met; or (b)include in their authorisation criteria or permit criteria conditions for exempting individual installations from the provisions in paragraph 6 when a cost-benefit analysis shows that the costs outweigh the benefits in comparison with the full life-cycle costs, including infrastructure investment, of providing the same amount of electricity and heat with separate heating or cooling, or when the threshold conditions related to the availability of additional heat load set out in point 1 of Annex VIII are not met.
Amendment 1233 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 1 – point a
Article 10 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 1 – point a
Amendment 1238 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 1 – point b
Article 10 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 1 – point b
Amendment 1251 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 2
Article 10 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 2
Member States shall notify such conditions for exemption to the Commission by 1 January 20146. The Commission may refuse those conditions or make suggestions for modifications in the 6 months following notification. In such cases, the conditions for exemption shall not be applied by the Member State concerned until the Commission expressly accepts the resubmitted orapproves the modified conditions.
Amendment 1294 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 8 – subparagraph 4
Article 10 – paragraph 8 – subparagraph 4
Member States shall notify such conditions for exemption to the Commission by 1 January 20146. The Commission may refuse those conditions or make suggestions for modifications in the 6 months following notification. In such cases, the conditions for exemption shall not be applied by the Member State concerned until the Commission expressly accepts the resubmitted orapproves the modified conditions.
Amendment 1307 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 9
Article 10 – paragraph 9
9. The Commission shall establish by 1 January 2013 by means of a delegated act in accordance with Article 18 a mMethodology for the cost-benefit analysis referred to in paragraphs 4 (c), 7 (b) and 8 (b) is presented in Annex VIII a.
Amendment 1386 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 12 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 3
Article 12 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 3
Member States may particularly facilitate the connection to the grid system of electricity produced from high-efficiency cogeneration from small scale and micro cogeneration units. For micro cogeneration units which are installed by individual citizens, the relevant authorities shall consider the possibility of replacing authorisations by simple notifications to the competent bodies. Member States that provide for priority access for produced from high-efficiency cogeneration as well as for electricity produced from renewable energy sources shall introduce national rules to ensure the stability of the power system.
Amendment 1418 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 13 a (new)
Article 13 a (new)
Information and training 1. Member States shall ensure that information on available energy efficiency mechanisms and financial and legal frameworks is transparent and widely and actively disseminated to all relevant market actors, including consumers, builders, architects, engineers, environmental auditors and installers of building elements as defined in Directive 2010/31/EU. They shall ensure that banks and other financial institutions are informed of the possibilities of participating, including through the creation of public/private partnerships, in the financing of energy efficiency improvement measures. 2. Member States shall establish appropriate conditions and incentives for market operators to provide adequate and targeted information and advice to energy consumers on energy efficiency. 3. Member States, with the participation of stakeholders, including local and regional authorities, shall develop suitable information, awareness-raising and training programmes to inform citizens of the benefits and practicalities of taking energy efficiency improvement measures. 4. The Commission shall ensure that information on best energy-saving practices in Member States is exchanged and widely disseminated.
Amendment 1473 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 15 a (new)
Article 15 a (new)
Amendment 1496 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 19 – paragraph 1
Article 19 – paragraph 1
1. By 30 April each year, Member States shall report on the progress achieved towards national energy efficiency targets, in accordance with Annex XIV(1). Every three years the national reports shall be accompanied by supplementary information in accordance with Annex XIV(2).
Amendment 1501 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 19 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
Article 19 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
By 30 April1 October 20143, and every three years thereafter,the Member States shall submit supplementary reports with information on national energy efficiency policies, action plans, programmes andprovide the Commission with national energy efficiency plans which describe how the Member States intend to achieve the national energy efficiency targets referred to in Article 3(1). These plans shall include measures implemented or planned at national, regional and local level to improve energy efficiency in view of achieving t. The national energy efficiency targets referred to in Article 3(1). The reports shall be complemented with updated estimates of expected overall primary energy consumption in 2020, as well as estimated levels of primary energy consumption in the sectors indicated in Annex XIV(1)plans shall be assessed by the Commission. The Commission may refuse a plan or suggest amendments to it the measures laid down in the plan are not sufficient to achieve the national energy efficiency target.
Amendment 1509 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 19 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
Article 19 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
The Commission shall, not later than 1 January 2014, provide a template as guidance for the supplementary reports. This template shall be adopted in accordance with the advisory procedure referred to in Article 20(2). The supplementary reports shall in any case include the information specified in Annex XIV. While setting their national energy efficiency plans, the Member States shall take into account cost-effective energy efficiency measures and the risk of carbon leakage.
Amendment 1517 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 19 – paragraph 4
Article 19 – paragraph 4
4. The Commission shall evaluate the annual reports and supplementary reportsinformation and assess the extent to which Member States have made progress towards the achievement of the national energy efficiency targets required by Article 3(1) and towards the implementation of this Directive. The Commission shall send its assessment to the European Parliament and the Council. Based on its assessment of the reports the Commission may issue recommendations to Member States.
Amendment 1530 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 19 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 2
Article 19 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 2
The Commission shall also monitor the impact of implementing this Directive on Directive 2003/87/EC, Directive 2009/28/EC as well as Directive 2010/31/EC. If the Commission considers that adjustment measures are necessary, these adjustment measures shall not interfere with the implementation of Directive 2003/87/EC, Directive 2009/28/EC as well as Directive 2010/31/EC.
Amendment 1538 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 19 – paragraph 7
Article 19 – paragraph 7
7. By 30 June1 December 20143 the Commission shall submit the assessment referred to in Article 3(2) to the European Parliament and to the Council, followed, if appropriate, by a legislative proposal laying down mandatory national targets.
Amendment 1572 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex III – introductory part
Annex III – introductory part
Public bodies that purchase products, services or buildings shall take due account of the following guidelines:
Amendment 1583 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex III – point a
Annex III – point a
a) where a product is covered by a delegated act adopted under Directive 2010/30/EU or Commission Directive implementing Directive 92/75/EEC, public bodies should purchase only the products that comply with the criterion of belonging to the highest energy efficiency class while taking into account cost-effectiveness, economical feasibility and technical suitability, as well as sufficient competition;
Amendment 1587 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex III – point b
Annex III – point b
b) where a product not covered under point a) is covered by an implementing measure under Directive 2009/125/EC adopted after the entry into force of this Directive, public bodies should purchase only products that comply with energy efficiency benchmarks specified in that implementing measure;
Amendment 1589 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex III – point c
Annex III – point c
c) public bodies should purchase office equipment products covered by Council Decision [2006/1005/EC39 ] that comply with energy efficiency requirements not less demanding than those listed in Annex C of the Agreement attached to that Decision;
Amendment 1593 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex III – point d
Annex III – point d
d) public bodies should purchase only tyres that comply with the criterion of having the highest fuel energy efficiency class, as defined by Regulation (EC) No 1222/200940. This requirement shall not prevent public bodies from purchasing tyres with the highest wet grip class or external rolling noise class where justified by safety or public health reasons;
Amendment 1598 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex III – point e
Annex III – point e
e) public bodies should require in their tenders for service contracts that service providers use, for the purposes of providing the services in question, only products that comply with the requirements referred to in points (a) to (d), when providing the services in question;
Amendment 1604 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex III – point f
Annex III – point f
f) public bodies should purchase or rent only buildings that comply at least with the minimum energy performance requirements referred to in Article 4(1). Compliance with these requirements shall be verified by means of the energy performance certificates referred to in Article 11 of Directive 2010/31/EU.
Amendment 1686 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex VI – section 2 – point 2.1 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part
Annex VI – section 2 – point 2.1 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part
In order to enable final customers to regulate their own energy consumption, billing information on the basis of actual consumption shall be performed with the following frequency:
Amendment 1706 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex VI – section 2 – point 2.1 – subparagraph 1 – point c
Annex VI – section 2 – point 2.1 – subparagraph 1 – point c
(c) With centralised heating and cooling, billing where individual meters are installed, billing based on actual consumption shall be provided free of charge on a monthly basis during the heating/cooling season, unless requested otherwise by a final customer.
Amendment 1718 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex VI – section 2 – point 2.1 – subparagraph 1 – point d
Annex VI – section 2 – point 2.1 – subparagraph 1 – point d
(d) At least every two months for hot water billing or, if provided by the same central system, with the same frequency as under (c).
Amendment 1777 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex IX – point b – subparagraph 2
Annex IX – point b – subparagraph 2
The guarantee of origin shall be of the standard size of 1 MWh. It shall relate to the net electricity output measured at the station boundary and exported to the gridgeneration from high efficient cogeneration as mentioned in Article 10 paragraph 11.
Amendment 1803 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex XIV – Part 2 – title
Annex XIV – Part 2 – title
General framework for supplementary reportsinformation [This amendment applies throughout the text. Adopting it will necessitate corresponding changes throughout]
Amendment 1804 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex XIV – Part 2 – section 3 – point 3.1
Annex XIV – Part 2 – section 3 – point 3.1
Supplementary reportsinformation shall include the list of public bodies having developed an energy efficiency plan in accordance with Article 4(3). Supplementary information can include information on the progress of alternative measures referred to in Art. 3(1a).
Amendment 1805 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex XIV – Part 2 – section 3 – point 3.2 – subparagraph 2
Annex XIV – Part 2 – section 3 – point 3.2 – subparagraph 2
The first supplementary report shall include a short description of the national scheme referred to in Article 6(1) or the alternative measures adopted in application of Article 3(1a) or Article 6(9).
Amendment 1808 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex XIV – Part 2 – section 3 – point 3.4
Annex XIV – Part 2 – section 3 – point 3.4
Supplementary reports shall include an assessment of the progress achieved in implementing the national heating and cooling plan referred to inmeasures resulting from Article 10(1).
Amendment 146 #
2011/0023(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
Upon expiry of the period of 30 days after the transfer of the PNR data to the Passenger Information Unit referred to in paragraph 1, the data shall be retained at the Passenger Information Unit for a further period of five years. During this period, all data elements which could serve to identify the passenger to whom PNR data relate shall be masked out. Such anonymised PNR data shall be accessible only to a limited number of personnel of the Passenger Information Unit who are specifically authorised and have the appropriate security-related powers to carry out analysis of PNR data and develop assessment criteria according to Article 4(2)(d). Access to the full PNR data shall be permitted only by the Head of the Passenger Information Unit for the purposes of Article 4(2)(c) and where it could be reasonably believed that it is necessary to carry out an investigation and in response to a specific and actual threat or risk or a specific investigation or prosecution.
Amendment 150 #
2011/0023(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2 – indent 4 a (new)
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2 – indent 4 a (new)
– Any data collected by the carrier in connection with the flight.
Amendment 158 #
2011/0023(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10
Article 10
Member States shall ensure, in conformity with their national law, that dissuasive, effective and proportionate penalties, including financial penalties, are provided for against air carriers which, do not transmit the data required under this Directive, to the extent that they are already collected by the them, or do not do so in the required format or otherwise infringe the national provisions adopted pursuant to this Directive, with a repeat penalty being imposed if national provisions are infringed again.
Amendment 2 #
2010/2208(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph B a (new)
Paragraph B a (new)
Ba. whereas satellite navigation technology should be synchronised in all transport modes to maintain proper co- modality for example in logistic centres to assure proper freight of goods;
Amendment 10 #
2010/2208(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Calls on the Commission and the GSA to approach local and regional authorities and SMEs not dealing with space-related technology as potential end-users of GNSS applications, using appropriate calls for tenders, awareness campaigns and technology transfer mechanisms, while stressing simultaneously the importance of maintaining regional balance;
Amendment 26 #
2010/2208(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7
Paragraph 7
7. Calls therefore on the Commission to bring forward the necessary regulatory proposals to deliver GNSS added value for road safety andsafety in all forms of transport, particularly on the roads, and to help improve freight transport efficiency;
Amendment 28 #
2010/2208(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9
Paragraph 9
9. Agrees that the Commission should take steps to increase awareness and improve knowledge of possible GNSS applications in the maritime and inland waterway sectors and to have EGNOS-based applications accepted at IMO and ICAO levels;
Amendment 38 #
2010/2208(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 11
Paragraph 11
11. Urges the Commission to examine how simplified procedures might ensure more efficient disbursement of this funding in support of research in the field of GNSS- enabled transport field;
Amendment 46 #
2010/2208(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13
Paragraph 13
13. Regrets that the shortage of funds allocated to research and innovation for applications based on EGNOS or Galileo is considerably delaying technological progress and the growth of industrial capacity in European Union;
Amendment 20 #
2010/2154(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital K
Recital K
K. whereas the ban on carrying liquids, aerosols and gels in hand luggage will end in April 2011 for a limited number of passengers (transit passengers carrying liquids, aerosols and gels acquired at a third-country airport or on board a plane belonging to a non-Community carrier, carried in a bag that complies with the security screening guidelines recommended by the International Civil Aviation Organisation, provided that the bag displays satisfactory evidence that the purchase was made within the previous 36 hours, or that despite changing planes as part of a single journey the passenger has remained at all times, in the airport operating area or on board the aircraft),
Amendment 7 #
2010/2152(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1 a (new)
Paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. Believes that trade agreements should strengthen the manufacturing base by recognizing the continuing importance of EU’s manufacturing industries, and avoiding trade-offs of industrial interests to the benefit of other business activities;
Amendment 9 #
2010/2152(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Believes there is a need for a new European trade policy, promoting further manufacturing in Europe and not incentivising business to delocalise; is of the opinion that trade agreements with external partners should take into account the competitiveness of European industry, SMEs, and the agricultural and food production industry and that trade agreements should also seek to combat third countries’ trade distorting measures, such as export duties and unfair public support to domestic production;
Amendment 36 #
2010/2106(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4 a (new)
Paragraph 4 a (new)
4a. Stresses the need for a sustainable forest management, that the productive and protective functions of forests are kept as well as the general forest rentability, underlines the need to strengthen the EU forest's resistance in the context of climate change and decreasing biodiversity;
Amendment 55 #
2010/2106(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 7
Paragraph 7
7. Acknowledges the importance of maintaining or increasing forest resources, for various purposes, in the EU, keeping at the same time all forest functions: ecological, productive and social;
Amendment 60 #
2010/2106(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 7 a (new)
Paragraph 7 a (new)
7a. Stresses the indisputable importance for public safety of forest areas, which protect human habitats from the negative impact of natural phenomena;
Amendment 68 #
2010/2106(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Calls for further action on prognostic research, education and information regarding the risks of climate change for forests and the forestry sector, as well as for long-term planning by the forestry industry, the regions and the Member States;
Amendment 70 #
2010/2106(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 8 a (new)
Paragraph 8 a (new)
8a. Stresses that the adaptive abilities of forests can have positive impact on forest complexes and forest industry in global climate change effect, therefore calls on for more financial support for research on adaptive abilities;
Amendment 78 #
2010/2106(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1 – point 9a (new)
Paragraph 1 – point 9a (new)
9a. Points out the need to work out a strategy with financial instruments towards global and EU goals for biodiversity with the active involvement of local and regional institutions with exchange of best practice in the Member States;
Amendment 18 #
2010/2095(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital B
Recital B
B. whereas maintaining global leadership of European industry is only possible through new technologies/processes/solutions, R&D, a sophisticated supply-chain, better efficiency, strong human resources, good logistics and infrastructure, and ensuring a level playing field in trade relations with third countries as cost-cutting is not the way forward for industry in Europe,
Amendment 50 #
2010/2095(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Welcomes the fact that, with the EUurope 2020 Strategy and the communication on an Integrated EU industrial policy, the Commission is finally acknowledging the importance of man ufactiveuring industrial policy for sustainable growth and employment in Europe and committing itself to an integrated industrial Policy based on the principle of a social market economy;
Amendment 60 #
2010/2095(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 a (new)
Paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. Highlights the importance of European manufacturing to strengthen the foundations of the European economy;
Amendment 68 #
2010/2095(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Calls on the Commission to develop, together with the European Parliament and the Council, a qualitative and, where possible, quantitative vision for European industry in the year 2020, which looks towards sustainable development in the long term and lays down guidelines, for example for energy and resource efficiency, with a view to ensuring that European industry becomes more stable and competitive and jobs are created as a resultcompetitiveness and sustainability of industry, with a view to developing growth, employment and thereby prosperity in Europe;
Amendment 90 #
2010/2095(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3 a (new)
Paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. Highlights the fact that the various measures put forward by the Commission need to remain affordable for consumers, especially at a time when the European economy is still recovering from its worse crisis for decades;
Amendment 99 #
2010/2095(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Emphasises that the new, integrated approach calls for extremely effective collaboration within the Commission, and calls on the Commission to set up a permanent industrial policy task force to this end; furthermore calls on the Commission to focus more on competitiveness aspects during the impact assessment process (“Competitiveness Proofing”) as well as to evaluate ex post the cumulated impact of legal acts and to implement this essential part of smart regulation as quickly as possible;
Amendment 122 #
2010/2095(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Is convinced that the success of a new, sustainable industrial policy depends on the involvement of all stakeholders, particularlyincluding the social partners; notes that the Commission is required to embed a clear partnership principle in all areas and measures, part of which consists in joint monitoring and evaluation of anticipated measures, including assessment of strategies/measures/programmes;
Amendment 140 #
2010/2095(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8 – indent 3
Paragraph 8 – indent 3
· must reflect not the product alone, but also demand and use, with a view to integrated development and more target- oriented production, leading to tangible benefits for consumers, businesses and the whole of societybe technology-neutral;
Amendment 158 #
2010/2095(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9 a (new)
Paragraph 9 a (new)
9a. Notes that a significant increase in R&D investment, both private and public, is essential for EU industry to remain a technology leader and retain global competitiveness in areas such as renewable energy and transport efficiency; notes that to support increased private R&D investment, functioning markets for innovative products and a stable investment environment are necessary; increased public funding of R&D is necessary to leverage private investment and encourage collaboration; simplification of public funding procedures, especially in the EU Framework Programmes, is a prerequisite for increased industry participation;
Amendment 183 #
2010/2095(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 12
Paragraph 12
12. Recalls that, representing as it does an annual 17% of GDP in the EU, public procurement is a powerful instrument for stimulating innovation; points out that competitors such as China and the USA have set ambitious targets for public procurement of innovative and environmental products, and calls for similar target setting in the EUplays an important role for the European single market; calls on the Commission to improve the proven EU procurement rules where necessary to ensure transparency, fairness, non- discrimination and remedy on a high level in the future; calls on the Commission to inform about existing possibilities of involving ecological criteria in tenders under the existing EU procurement rules;
Amendment 324 #
2010/2095(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16 a (new)
Paragraph 16 a (new)
16a. Stresses the importance of creating the right framework for industry to remain in Europe and to further improve its global competitiveness; believes, therefore, that EU policies should be based on robust impact assessments which analyze all angles of the economic, societal and environmental benefits of EU policies;
Amendment 332 #
2010/2095(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 17
Paragraph 17
17. Calls for a stronger, coordinated EU policy on lead markets, such as the environmental industEU initiatives that identify what drives (some 3.5 million employees, EUR 300 billion turnover, up to 50% of the global market); stresses that many "traditional" markets – steel, automobiles and shipbuildgrowth, innovation and competitiveness in different sectors, and then bring, for example – have a strong capacity for innovation and/or offer comparative advantages, of which full use should be made; for these purposes, product-specific legislation such as the eco-design directive should be developed further, and industry-stimulating iniward market-based policy responses which foster favourable and predictable framework conditions for growth, innovation and competiatives such as the "green car initiative" put in placeness in all sectors without picking winners;
Amendment 366 #
2010/2095(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 20
Paragraph 20
20. Calls for the establishment of a task force on restructuring operations and a stronger role for the European structural funds in restructuring processes so that employees and firms can be offered a future; calls for research and development in furtherance of conversion processes to be intensifiedTakes note that restructuring is the primary responsibility of companies and social partners; calls on the Member States for a social cushioning of the economic transition by improving mobility on the labour market in the context of the “Flexicurity” concept, retraining and other measures;
Amendment 387 #
2010/2095(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 22 – indent 2 a (new)
Paragraph 22 – indent 2 a (new)
• to examine the EU definition of small and medium-sized enterprises with a view to its flexibility and if its takes the needs of such enterprises in account, which do fulfil the specified sales and employment threshold because of growth or other reasons, but whose character is nevertheless medium-sized;
Amendment 394 #
2010/2095(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 22 – indent 2 b (new)
Paragraph 22 – indent 2 b (new)
• to examine, if medium-sized and family- owned enterprises, which do not fulfil the criteria of the existing SME definition, are adequately able to use existing and future financing opportunities for research and development directed specifically at small and medium-sized companies;
Amendment 418 #
2010/2095(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 24
Paragraph 24
24. CStresses that trade is one of the cornerstones of a successful industrial policy and therefore calls for future trade agreements to be drawn up in such a way that they form part of an industrial strategy based on fair competition in the developed and developing worlds; the principle of sustainable development must be comprehensively applied, and social and environmental standards incorporated in free trade agreements; steps must be taken to ensure that European industries are not endangered by unfair practices, as is currently happening in the solar energy industry; to that end, the Commission should also monitor the environmental legislation, state aid rules and other support programmes adopted by third countries competing with the EU;
Amendment 454 #
2010/2095(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 26 – indent 3
Paragraph 26 – indent 3
Amendment 473 #
2010/2095(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 26 a (new)
Paragraph 26 a (new)
26a. Calls on the Commission to respect the roadmaps and conclusions developed in industry-specific approaches; believes that these roadmaps provide industry with long-term planning certainty and are a valuable tool for remaining competitive;
Amendment 63 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 3
Recital 3
(3) Energy markets are increasingly interlinked across the Union. Market abuse in one Member State often affects wholesale prices for electricity and gas across national borders. Therefore the concern to ensure the integrity of markets cannot be a matter only for individual Member States.
Amendment 87 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 11
Recital 11
(11) Specification of the definitions of inside information and market manipulation is necessary to account for the specificities of wholesale energy markets and to ensure coherence with other relevant EU legislation in the fields of financial services and energy, which are all dynamic and subject to change. The Commission should be empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 290 of the Treaty in respect to such detailed rules. It is of particular importance that the Commission carry out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work, including at expert level. Expertise could be provided inter alia by experts from the Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators, the Committee of European Securities Regulators (CESR), the European Networks of Transmission System Operators for Gas and for Electricity, the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), national regulatory authorities, competent financial authorities in the Member States and market participants. The Commission, when preparing and drawing up delegated acts, should ensure a simultaneous, timely and appropriate transmission of relevant documents to the European Parliament and Council.
Amendment 95 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13
Recital 13
(13) Efficient market monitoring at the Union level is vital to detecting and deterring market abuse on wholesale energy markets. The Agency is best placed to carry out such monitoring as it has both a Union wide view of electricity and gas markets, and the necessary expertise in the operation of electricity and gas markets and systems in the Union. National regulatory authorities having an important understanding of developments on energy markets in their Member State should have an important role in ensuring efficient market monitoring at national level.
Amendment 100 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 14
Recital 14
(14) Efficient market monitoring requires regular access to records of transactions. For this reason market participants who trade wholesale energy products should be required to provide this information for standardised products only to the Agency.
Amendment 104 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 15
Recital 15
(15) In order to ensure the necessary flexibility in collecting information on transactions in wholesale energy products, the Commission should be empowered to adopt upon due consultation with market participants, interested parties and authorities including the Agency delegated acts in accordance with Article 290 of the Treaty setting out the timing, form and content of the information which market participant are required to provide. Reporting obligations should not create unnecessary costs for market participantor administrative burdens for market participants and should therefore undergo an ex ante cost benefit analysis. Persons reporting transactions to a competent authority in accordance with the provisions of Directive 2004/39/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 21 April 2004 on markets in financial instruments16 , and to trade repositories and competent authorities in accordance with the provisions of Regulation ../.. of the European Parliament and the Council on OTC derivatives, central counterparties and trade repositories should therefore not be subject to additional reporting obligations under this Regulation. The Commission, when preparing and drawing up delegated acts, should ensure a simultaneous, timely and appropriate transmission of relevant documents to the European Parliament and the Council and carry out appropriate and transparent consultations well in advance, including at expert level.
Amendment 116 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 18
Recital 18
(18) Where information is not commercially sensitive and contributes to enhanced market knowledge, the Agency should be able to make that information available to market participants and the wider public on an aggregated and anonymous basis. Such transparency can help build confidence in the market and help the development of knowledge about the functioning of wholesale energy markets.
Amendment 123 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 20
Recital 20
(20) The Agency should ensure that the application of this Regulation is done in a coordinated way across the Union, and should engage with the relevant regulatory authorities to ensure it is coherent with the application of Directive 2003/6/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 January 2003 on insider dealing and market manipulation (market abuse). Since market abuse on wholesale energy markets often affects more than one Member State, the Agency should have an important role in ensuring that investigations are carried out in an efficient and coherent way. To achieve this it should be able to coordinate the operation of investigatory groups comprised of representatives of the concerned national regulatory authorities, and where appropriate, other authorities.
Amendment 147 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 3
Article 1 – paragraph 3
The Agency, national regulatory authorities, ESMA and competent financial authorities shall cooperate to ensure that a coordinated approach is taken to the enforcement of the relevant rules where actions relate to one or more financial instruments to which the provisions of Article 9 of Directive 2003/6/EC apply and also to one or more wholesale energy products to which the provisions of Article 3 and Article 4 apply.
Amendment 173 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – point 4 – subparagraph 1 – point a
Article 2 – point 4 – subparagraph 1 – point a
(a) contracts for the supply of natural gas or electricity concluded in the Union between wholesale market participants;
Amendment 178 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – point 4 – subparagraph 1 – point b
Article 2 – point 4 – subparagraph 1 – point b
(b) derivatives relating to natural gas or electricity concluded in the Union;
Amendment 199 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – point 5 a (new)
Article 2 – point 5 a (new)
5a. ‘market participant’ means any person who enters into transactions in one or more wholesale energy markets;
Amendment 200 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – point 5 b (new)
Article 2 – point 5 b (new)
5b. ‘person’ means any natural or legal person;
Amendment 204 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) using that information bywhen acquiring or disposing of, or by trying to acquire or dispose of, for their own account or for the account of a third party, either directly or indirectly, wholesale energy products to which that information relates in order to engage or attempt to engage into market manipulation;
Amendment 205 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
2. The prohibition set out in paragraph 1 only applies to the following persons who possess inside information and who know, or ought to know, that it is inside information in relation to a wholesale energy product:
Amendment 217 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 2 a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 2 a (new)
The prohibition of insider trading referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article shall not apply to: (a) transactions conducted in the discharge of an obligation that has become due to acquire or dispose of wholesale energy products where that obligation results from an agreement concluded before the person concerned possessed inside information; (b) transactions entered into by gas and electricity producers, operators of gas storage facilities, operators of LNG import facilities covering the immediate physical loss resulting from unplanned outages.
Amendment 224 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 1
Article 5 – paragraph 1
1. In order to take account of future developments on wholesale energy markets, the Commission and ensure coherence with other relevant EU legislation in the fields of financial services and energy, the Commission following advice provided by the Agency shall adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 15 and subject to conditions of Articles 16 and 17, specifying the definitions set out at Article 2(1) to (5). In preparing its advice, the Agency shall carry out detailed public consultation, addressed at least to national regulatory authorities, market participants, transmission system operators and other interested parties.
Amendment 235 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 2 – point c a (new)
Article 5 – paragraph 2 – point c a (new)
(ca) an opinion issued by the Agency following widespread consultation with market participants and interested parties.
Amendment 273 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2 a (new)
Article 7 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2 a (new)
The Agency shall produce guidelines specifying the details required in the transaction reporting. In preparing its guidelines, the Agency shall carry out detailed public consultation, addressed at least to national regulatory authorities, market participants, transmission system operators and other interested parties.
Amendment 275 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 1
Article 8 – paragraph 1
1. The Agency shall establish mechanisms to share information it receives in accordance with Article 6(1) and Article 7 with national regulatory authorities, the competent financial authorities of the Member States, competition authorities of the Member States, ESMA and other relevant authorities. The Agency shall only give access to the mechanisms referred to in paragraph 1 to bodies which have set up systems enabling the Agency to meet the requirements of Article 9(1). Prior to providing any information, the Agency shall first satisfy itself that the recipient has appropriate systems and procedures to ensure that the information remains confidential.
Amendment 284 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
1. The Agency, the national regulatory authorities, the competent financial authorities, competition authorities of the Member States and other relevant authorities shall ensure the confidentiality, integrity and protection of the information received under Article 7. The Agency shall take steps to prevent any misuse of the information maintained in its systems.
Amendment 289 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2
Article 9 – paragraph 2
2. The Agency may decide to make publicly available on an aggregated and anonymous basis parts of the information which it holds provided that commercially sensitive information on individual market participants or individual transactions is not released and that the information is demonstrably necessary to improve transparency of wholesale energy markets and that the information to be made publicly available is inside information which should be disclosed pursuant to Article 3(4).
Amendment 300 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
Article 10 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
2. The investigatory powers referred to in paragraph 1market participant(s) under investigation shall be made aware of the details of the investigation against them. The scope for the investigation shall be communicated in writing by the national regulatory authority and correspond to a prohibition set out in Articles 3 or 4 of this Regulation. The investigatory powers referred to in paragraph 1 shall be limited to the aim of the investigation and action necessary to satisfy the obligation of national regulatory authorities under this Regulation and shall include the right to:
Amendment 303 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 2 – point b
Article 10 – paragraph 2 – point b
(b) demand information from any relevant person, including those who are successively involved in the transmission of orders or conduct of the operations concerned, as well as their principals, and if necessary, to summon and hear any suchappropriate, to require them to provide information in person;
Amendment 304 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 2 – point c
Article 10 – paragraph 2 – point c
(c) carry out on-site inspections of entities covered by this Regulation;
Amendment 305 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 2 – point d
Article 10 – paragraph 2 – point d
(d) require where there is an obligation to maintain such existing telephone and existing data traffic records, that relate to wholesale energy products;
Amendment 319 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 2 – point c
Article 12 – paragraph 2 – point c
(c) persons working or who have worked for the national regulatory authorities, ESMA and competent financial authorities;
Amendment 321 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 2 – point d
Article 12 – paragraph 2 – point d
(d) auditors and experts instructed by national regulatory authorities, ESMA and competent financial authorities who receive confidential information in accordance with the provisions of this Regulation.
Amendment 333 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14
Article 14
Without prejudice to the competences of the Member States and the Union institutions, including the European External Action Service, the Agency may establishdevelop contacts with supervisory authorities from third countries. It may enter into administrative arrangements with international organisations and the administrations of third countries without legal obligations.
Amendment 338 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 15 – paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. When preparing and drawing up delegated acts, the Commission shall ensure a simultaneous, timely and appropriate transmission of relevant documents to the European Parliament and the Council. The Commission shall also carry out appropriate and transparent consultations, including at expert level, well in advance as foreseen in the Common Understanding on Practical Arrangements for the use of Delegated Acts.
Amendment 347 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 17 – paragraph 1
Article 17 – paragraph 1
1. The European Parliament and the Council may object to the delegated act within a period of two months from the date of notification. At the initiative of the European Parliament or the Council this period shall be extended by onetwo months.
Amendment 350 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 17 – paragraph 3 a (new)
Article 17 – paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. In case of objection by the European Parliament or the Council, the Commission shall, when preparing and drawing up new delegated acts, inform the European Parliament and the Council how the objection was taken into consideration.
Amendment 4 #
2010/0301(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Annex 1
Annex 1
Directive 2000/25/EC
Annex IV – section 1 – point 1.4.
Annex IV – section 1 – point 1.4.
1.4. The tractor manufacturer shall provide the approval authority with any necessary information connected with the implementation of the flexibility scheme that the approval authority may request necessary to make a decision.
Amendment 5 #
2010/0301(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Annex 1
Annex 1
Directive 2000/25/EC
Annex IV – section 1 – point 1.5.
Annex IV – section 1 – point 1.5.
1.5. The tractor manufacturer shall file a report every six months to the approval authorities of each Member State, where the tractor or engine is put on the market, on the implementation of the flexibility schemes he is using. The report shall include cumulative data on the number of engines and tractors placed on the market under the flexibility scheme, engine and tractor serial numbers, and the Member States where the tractor has been entered into service. This procedure shall be continued as long as a flexibility scheme is still in progress without any exceptions.
Amendment 249 #
2010/0275(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 33
Article 33
The Agency shall be established from […] for a period of fiseven years.
Amendment 70 #
2010/0257(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – point d a (new)
Article 2 – point d a (new)
da) to support sustainable economic growth, employment, innovation and new technologies in maritime sectors and in the EU’s coastal and island regions;
Amendment 86 #
2010/0257(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point e a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point e a (new)
ea) to develop common tools to improve efficiency in the use and management of the maritime domain.
Amendment 255 #
2010/0253(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1
Article 2 – paragraph 1
1. Chapter II does not apply to railway undertakings which only operate urban, suburban or regional passenger and freight services.
Amendment 255 #
2010/0253(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1
Article 2 – paragraph 1
1. Chapter II does not apply to railway undertakings which only operate urban, suburban or regional passenger and freight services.
Amendment 258 #
2010/0253(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point a
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point a
(a) undertakings which only operate rail passenger and freight services on local and regional stand-alone railway infrastructure;
Amendment 258 #
2010/0253(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point a
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point a
(a) undertakings which only operate rail passenger and freight services on local and regional stand-alone railway infrastructure;
Amendment 261 #
2010/0253(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point d a (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point d a (new)
(d a) Member States may exclude from the application of Chapter II, III and IV railway infrastructure, whose track gauge is different from the main rail network within the Union who is standalone and used only for regional freight services.
Amendment 261 #
2010/0253(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point d a (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point d a (new)
(d a) Member States may exclude from the application of Chapter II, III and IV railway infrastructure, whose track gauge is different from the main rail network within the Union who is standalone and used only for regional freight services.
Amendment 265 #
2010/0253(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 3 – point a
Article 2 – paragraph 3 – point a
(a) local and regional stand-alone networks for passenger and freight services on railway infrastructure;
Amendment 265 #
2010/0253(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 3 – point a
Article 2 – paragraph 3 – point a
(a) local and regional stand-alone networks for passenger and freight services on railway infrastructure;
Amendment 416 #
2010/0253(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 13 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 3
Article 13 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 3
Requests by railway undertakings for access to the service facility may only be rejected if there are viable alternatives allowing them to operate the freight or passenger service concerned on the same route under economically acceptable conditions. TWhe burden of proving for the existence of a viable alternative lies with the operator of the service facilityn refusing access to its service facility, the operator of the service facility shall be required to justify its refusal in writing.
Amendment 416 #
2010/0253(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 13 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 3
Article 13 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 3
Requests by railway undertakings for access to the service facility may only be rejected if there are viable alternatives allowing them to operate the freight or passenger service concerned on the same route under economically acceptable conditions. TWhe burden of proving for the existence of a viable alternative lies with the operator of the service facilityn refusing access to its service facility, the operator of the service facility shall be required to justify its refusal in writing.
Amendment 434 #
2010/0253(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 13 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 5
Article 13 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 5
Amendment 434 #
2010/0253(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 13 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 5
Article 13 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 5
Amendment 519 #
2010/0253(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 31 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 1
Article 31 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 1
5. When charging for the cost of noise effects is allowed by Union legislation for road freight transport, the infrastructure charges shallmay be modified to take account of the cost of noise effects caused by the operation of the train in accordance with Annex VIII, point 2.
Amendment 519 #
2010/0253(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 31 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 1
Article 31 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 1
5. When charging for the cost of noise effects is allowed by Union legislation for road freight transport, the infrastructure charges shallmay be modified to take account of the cost of noise effects caused by the operation of the train in accordance with Annex VIII, point 2.
Amendment 544 #
2010/0253(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 32 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1
Article 32 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1
3. Trains equipped with the European Train Control System (ETCS) running on lines equipped with national command control and signalling systems shall enjoy a temporary reduction of the infrastructure charge in accordance with Annex VIII, point 5on lines covered by the European Deployment Plan on which ERTMS is installed.
Amendment 544 #
2010/0253(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 32 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1
Article 32 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1
3. Trains equipped with the European Train Control System (ETCS) running on lines equipped with national command control and signalling systems shall enjoy a temporary reduction of the infrastructure charge in accordance with Annex VIII, point 5on lines covered by the European Deployment Plan on which ERTMS is installed.
Amendment 597 #
2010/0253(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 55 – paragraph 3
Article 55 – paragraph 3
3. The president and governing board of the regulatory body for the railway sector shall be appointed by the relevant body of the Member State concerned for a fixed and renewable term under clear rules which guarantee independence. They shall be selected from among persons who have had no professional position or responsibility, interest or business relationship, directly or indirectly, with the regulated undertakings or entities for a period of three years before their appointment, and during their term of office. Afterwards, they shall have no professional position or responsibility, interest or business relationship with any of the regulated undertakings or entities for a period of not less than three years. They shall have full authority over the recruitment and management of the staff of the regulatory body.
Amendment 597 #
2010/0253(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 55 – paragraph 3
Article 55 – paragraph 3
3. The president and governing board of the regulatory body for the railway sector shall be appointed by the relevant body of the Member State concerned for a fixed and renewable term under clear rules which guarantee independence. They shall be selected from among persons who have had no professional position or responsibility, interest or business relationship, directly or indirectly, with the regulated undertakings or entities for a period of three years before their appointment, and during their term of office. Afterwards, they shall have no professional position or responsibility, interest or business relationship with any of the regulated undertakings or entities for a period of not less than three years. They shall have full authority over the recruitment and management of the staff of the regulatory body.
Amendment 635 #
2010/0253(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 57 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 1
Article 57 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 1
7. Regulatory bodies shall, by exchanging information in accordance with paragraph 1, develop common principles and practices for making decisions for which they are empowered under this Directive. The Commission may adopt implementing measures setting ouand supplement such common principles and practices. Those measures designed to ensure the implementation of this Directive under uniform conditions shall be adopted as implementing acts in accordance with in accordance with the procedure referred to in Article 63(3)0.
Amendment 635 #
2010/0253(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 57 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 1
Article 57 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 1
7. Regulatory bodies shall, by exchanging information in accordance with paragraph 1, develop common principles and practices for making decisions for which they are empowered under this Directive. The Commission may adopt implementing measures setting ouand supplement such common principles and practices. Those measures designed to ensure the implementation of this Directive under uniform conditions shall be adopted as implementing acts in accordance with in accordance with the procedure referred to in Article 63(3)0.
Amendment 718 #
2010/0253(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex 8 – point 5
Annex 8 – point 5
Amendment 718 #
2010/0253(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex 8 – point 5
Annex 8 – point 5
Amendment 131 #
2010/0252(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Recital 17
Recital 17
(17) Protection of public health against electromagnetic fields is essential for citizens‘ well-being and for a coherent approach to spectrum authorisation in the Union; while subject to Council Recommendation 1999/519/EC on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields, it is essential to ensure constant monitoring of the ionising and non-ionising effects of spectrum use on health, including the real-life cumulative effects of spectrum use in various frequencies by an increasing number of equipment types. While achieving appropriate public safety, Member States should ensure protective measures are technology and service neutral.
Amendment 144 #
2010/0252(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Recital 25 a (new)
Recital 25 a (new)
(25a) Nothing in this Decision is intended to detract from the protection afforded to economic operators by the Directive 2009/140/EC, amending Directives 2002/21/EC on a common regulatory framework for electronic communications networks and services 2002/19/EC on access to, and interconnection of, electronic communications networks and associated facilities, and 2002/20/EC on the authorisation of electronic communications networks and services.
Amendment 241 #
2010/0252(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 3 – point g
Article 3 – point g
(g) in defining the technical conditions for the allocation of spectrum, take full account of the results of research certified by the relevant international organisations into the potential effects on human health of electromagnetic field emissions and apply them in a technology and service neutral way.
Amendment 276 #
2010/0252(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 5 – paragraph 2 – point a
Article 5 – paragraph 2 – point a
(a) Member States may limit the amount of spectrum for which rights of use are granted to any economic operator or may attach conditions to such rights of use, such as the provision of wholesale access, in certain bands or in certain groups of bands with similar characteristics, for instance the bands below 1 GHz allocated to electronic communication services;
Amendment 293 #
2010/0252(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 5 – paragraph 3 a (new)
Article 5 – paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. Where Member States wish to adopt any such measures as are contemplated by paragraph 2, they shall do so by the imposition of conditions pursuant to Article 6 of the Authorisation Directive, in conformity with the procedures for the imposition or variation of such conditions laid down in the Directive 2009/140/EC*, amending Directives 2002/21/EC on a common regulatory framework for electronic communications networks and services, 2002/19/EC on access to, and interconnection of, electronic communications networks and associated facilities, and 2002/20/EC on the authorisation of electronic communications networks and services. ______________________ * OJ L 337, 18.12.2009, p.37.
Amendment 299 #
2010/0252(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 6 – paragraph 1
Article 6 – paragraph 1
1. Without prejudice to the principles of service and technology neutrality, Member States, in cooperation with the Commission, shall take all steps necessary to ensure that sufficient spectrum for coverage and capacity purposes is allocated within the Union, in order to ensure that wireless applications contribute effectively to achieving the target for all citizens to have access to broadband network capable of a speed of at least 30 Mbps by 2020.
Amendment 356 #
2010/0252(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 6 – paragraph 6
Article 6 – paragraph 6
6. If necessary, the Commission shall ensure the availability of additionalsufficient spectrum bands for the provision of harmonised satellite services for broadband access that will cover the whole territory of the Union including the most remote areas with a broadband offering enabling Internet access at a comparable price to terrestrial offerings.
Amendment 30 #
2010/0220(NLE)
Recital 2
Amendment 34 #
2010/0220(NLE)
Recital 2 a (new)
(2a) With regard to the Presidency Conclusions on the Europe Council Summit on 9 March 2007, each Member State has the right autonomously to create its own energy mix.
Amendment 39 #
2010/0220(NLE)
Recital 3
(3) The small contribution of subsidised coal to the overall energy mix , and the Union's policies of encouraging renewable and lower -carbon fossil fuels for power generation do not justify, the indefinite support for uncompetitive coal mines. The categories of aid permitted by Regulation (EC) No 1407/2002 should therefore not be continued indefinitely.
Amendment 45 #
2010/0220(NLE)
Recital 3 a (new)
(3a) Reducing State aid to uncompetitive coal mines where there is simultaneous growth in demand, in a situation where it is possible to replace coal with the renewable energy sources, may ,in a very short period of time, result in a significant increase in coal imports to the Union from third countries.
Amendment 46 #
2010/0220(NLE)
Recital 4 a (new)
(4a) When the necessity arises in exceptional cases and in order to ensure the energy supply, the Commission may allow, for national solutions extending hard coal subsidies in accordance with European law.
Amendment 53 #
2010/0220(NLE)
Recital 7
(7) In order to minimise the distortion of competition in the internal market resulting from aid, such aid should be degressive and strictly limited to production units that are irrevocably planned for closure.
Amendment 60 #
2010/0220(NLE)
Recital 8
(8) In order to mitigate the negative environmental impact of aid to coal, the Member State should provide a plan of appropriate measures, for example in the field of energy efficiency, renewable energy or carbon capture and storagenew clean coal technology including carbon capture and storage; such measures will furthermore contribute to a significant global reduction in pollutant and greenhouse gas emissions.
Amendment 78 #
2010/0220(NLE)
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) the operation of the production units concerned must form part of a closure plan the deadline of which does not extend beyond 1 October 2014 20;
Amendment 82 #
2010/0220(NLE)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 a (new)
Article 8 a (new)
Amendment 84 #
2010/0220(NLE)
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) the production units concerned must be closed definitively in accordance with the closure plan; unless they become competitive before that date;
Amendment 86 #
2010/0220(NLE)
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) the production units concerned must be closed definitively in accordance with the closure plan; unless, by the deadline included therein, the production unit concerned has a clear prospect of becoming competitive by 31 December 2022 independently or by the one-off injection of public funds inline with Union law;
Amendment 90 #
2010/0220(NLE)
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point f
(f) the overall amount of closure aid granted by a Member State for any particular undertaking must follow a downward trend, where the reduction between successive periods of fifteentwelve months must not be less than 3310 percent of the aid provided in the initial fifteen month periodfirst year of the closure plan;
Amendment 91 #
2010/0220(NLE)
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point f
(f) the overall amount of closure aid granted by a Member State for any particular undertaking must follow a downward trend, where the reduction between successive periods of fifteentwelve months must not be less than 3310 percent of the aid provided in the initial fifteenfirst twelve month period of the closure plan;
Amendment 97 #
2010/0220(NLE)
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point h
(h) the Member State must provide a plan to take measures aimed at mitigating the environmental impact of the use of coal, for example in the field of energy efficiency, renewable energy or, clean coal technologies such as carbon capture and storage. The inclusion of measures constituting State aid within the meaning of Article 107 (1) in such a plan is without prejudice to the notification and standstill obligations imposed on the Member State with respect to these measures by Article 108 (3) TFEU, and to the compatibility of these measures with the internal market."
Amendment 108 #
2010/0220(NLE)
Article 8 – paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. On the basis of the information provided by the Member States in accordance with Article 7, the Commission may, if necessary, submit to the Council a proposal for the amendment of this Regulation concerning its prolonged application in respect of aid to cover exceptional costs.
Amendment 110 #
2010/0220(NLE)
Article 8 a (new)
Article 8a Review measures On the basis of the information provided by the Member States in accordance with Article 7, the Commission may, if necessary, submit to the Council proposal for the amendment of this Regulation concerning its prolonged application in respect of aid to cover exceptional costs.
Amendment 112 #
2010/0220(NLE)
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
This Regulation shall expire on 31 December 202630.
Amendment 3 #
2010/0195(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 – point 2 – point -a (new)
Article 1 – point 2 – point -a (new)
Directive 97/68/EC
Article 10 – title
Article 10 – title
(-a) The title is replaced by the following: "Exemptions, alternative procedures and derogations"
Amendment 4 #
2010/0195(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 – point 2 – point -a a (new)
Article 1 – point 2 – point -a a (new)
Directive 97/68/EC
Article 10 – paragraph 1a – subparagraph 2
Article 10 – paragraph 1a – subparagraph 2
Amendment 7 #
2010/0195(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 – point 2 – point -a b (new)
Article 1 – point 2 – point -a b (new)
Directive 97/68/EC
Article 10 – paragraphs 1 d and 1 e (new)
Article 10 – paragraphs 1 d and 1 e (new)
Amendment 9 #
2010/0195(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 – point 2 – point b
Article 1 – point 2 – point b
Directive 97/68/EC
Article 10 – paragraph 8
Article 10 – paragraph 8
(8) The flexibility scheme, in accordance with the provisions of Section 1.2 of Annex XIII, shall apply only for the transition from Stage III A to Stage III B and expire on 31 December 20136 for engines 37 kW ≤ P < 56 kW.
Amendment 11 #
2010/0195(COD)
Proposal for a directive - amending act
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Member States shall adopt and publish, by [TwelveSixteen months after the publication of the Directive] at the latest, the laws, regulations and administrative provisions necessary to comply with this Directive. They shall forthwith communicate to the Commission the text of those provisions and a correlation table between those provisions and this Directive.
Amendment 12 #
2010/0195(COD)
Proposal for a directive - amending act
Annex –
Annex –
Directive 97/68/EC
Annex XIII – section 1 - point 1.1
Annex XIII – section 1 - point 1.1
1.1. With the exception of the transition period between Stage III A and Stage III B, an OEM that wishes to make use of the flexibility scheme shall request, and receive without unnecessary delay, permission from any approval authority to purchase from his engine suppliers, the quantities of engines described in sections 1.1.1. and 1.1.2., that do not comply with the current emission limit values, but are approved to the nearest previous stage of emission limits.
Amendment 14 #
2010/0195(COD)
Proposal for a directive -amending act
Annex
Annex
Directive 97/68/EC
Annex XIII – section 1 - point 1.4
Annex XIII – section 1 - point 1.4
1.4 As regards engines for use in propulsion of locomotives, during the transition period between Stage III A and Stage III B an OEM may seek permission for his engine suppliers to place on the market a maximum of 1250 engines for use in propulsion of locomotives under the flexibility scheme.
Amendment 16 #
2010/0195(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex
Annex
Directive 97/68/EC
Annex XIII – section 1 - point 1.7
Annex XIII – section 1 - point 1.7
1.7. The OEM shall provide any requesting type approval authority in the Member States, with any information that the type approval authority requires in order to confirmverify that any engines claimed to be, or labelled as being, placed on the market under a flexibility scheme is properly so claimed or labelled.
Amendment 1 #
2009/2096(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Citation 11 a (new)
Citation 11 a (new)
- having regard to the Commission’s communication entitled ‘Freight Transport Logistics Action Plan’ (COM(2007)0607),
Amendment 2 #
2009/2096(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Citation 12 a (new)
Citation 12 a (new)
- having regard to the Commission’s report entitled ‘Second report on monitoring development of the rail market' (COM(2009)0676),
Amendment 4 #
2009/2096(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Citation 12 b (new)
Citation 12 b (new)
- having regard to the European Commission’s communication and Action Plan for The Creation of a European Maritime Transport Space Without Barriers (COM(2009) 0010),
Amendment 8 #
2009/2096(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital A
Recital A
A. whereas the transport sector is an important element in the development of the European Union and its regions and cities, one which has a direct influence on the competitiveness and social cohesion of the regions and cities and thereby makes a significant contribution to achieving the European single market,
Amendment 12 #
2009/2096(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Takes the view that only by using an interoperable transport system will it be possible in future to combine most successfully the use of various transport modes and improve energy savings; stresses, in this regard, the importance of internalising external costs in order to restore balance in the use of the various transport modes and to promote, where possible and necessary, the use of less polluting modes of transport and alternative energy sources ranging from all types of gaseous and liquid fuels, such as LPG, LNG and CNG, to electricity;
Amendment 17 #
2009/2096(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Is of the opinion that the information and communication technologies (ICT), in conjunction with the satellite navigation system Galileo, will allow traffic flows to be optimised and urban and interurban congestion to be reduced; notes that too many heavy vehicles often travel empty, or partially empty, pointlessly blocking the roads, and the number of passenger cars with only one person on board is on the increase, resulting in heavier car traffic and much heavier fuel consumption; calls on the Member States to adopt policies to support the demand for innovation from private users;
Amendment 19 #
2009/2096(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital C
Recital C
Amendment 32 #
2009/2096(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital E
Recital E
E. whereas the goals set in the 2001 White Paper have been attained only in part, so that the question of whether they should be maintained or reformulated needs to be examined on the basis of the current state of rail and road infrastructure,
Amendment 42 #
2009/2096(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital H
Recital H
H. whereas the financial and economic crisis has hit the transport sector hard, a situation which should, however, be taken as an opportunity to support and promote the transport industry in a forward-looking way and with regard for sustainable development,
Amendment 45 #
2009/2096(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital I
Recital I
I. whereas transport agencies play an important role in the gradual creation of a European transport area, and whereas the road system, as the most used medium, needs a corresponding structure which will enable it to be more efficient and sustainable, while other transport sectors, which fulfil a no less important role, must also receive support,
Amendment 66 #
2009/2096(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Is convinced that population growth, in particular in cities, will give rise to challenges for transport in terms of safety and capacity, and that the basic right to mobility realised also by improved accessibility and the construction of missing infrastructure links and the applicability of this right are crucial in this regard; stresses that, in this context, multimodal transport chains and collective transport, inter alia, are the way ahead for urban areas;
Amendment 88 #
2009/2096(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Stresses that decarbonising transport is one of the main challenges of future EU transport policy and that all available, sustainable means should be used in order to achieve this, such as an energy mix, support for environmentally friendly technology and transport using energy sources that are technologically compatible with existing power units, such as CNG, LNG and LPG, price formation measures and internalising external costs of all modes of transport, provided that the ensuing revenue is used to improve the sustainability of mobility; underlines that, to this end, the priority development of financial incentives, ruling out any distortions of competition in the process, should be preferred to the imposition of sanctions;
Amendment 125 #
2009/2096(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Finds that the development of passenger and freight transport as a whole raises the issue not of the transfer of traffic but rather of the effective use of the various modes of transport, promoting more sustainable forms of transport in urban areas, and that the goal of European transport policy should therefore be effective comodality;
Amendment 252 #
2009/2096(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14
Paragraph 14
14. Emphasises that an efficient transport policy requires adequate funding, and that a transport fund might be created using, inter alia, existing funds in the EU budget, part of the structural and cohesion policy funds and PPPs or other financial instruments; such a fund should be used to improve infrastructure, support research and promote the implementation of intelligent transport systems and should be guided by award criteria which take account of environmental, social and security efficienc; environmental, social and security efficiency should also be important factors for the further development of sustainable transport system as well as the improvement of transport infrastructure in terms of accessibility to persons with reduced mobility;
Amendment 255 #
2009/2096(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14
Paragraph 14
14. Emphasises that an efficient transport policy requires adequate funding, and that a transport fund might be created using, inter alia, existing funds in the EU budget, part of the structural and cohesion policy funds and PPPs or other financial instrumentsuited to the scale of its actions and covering all aspects of transport policy, while maintaining a balance in the use of structural and cohesion funds; such a fund should be used to improve infrastructure, support research and promote the implementation of intelligent transport systems and should be guided by award criteria which take account of environmental, social and security efficiency;
Amendment 266 #
2009/2096(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. Calls for transport policy to be able to promote, inter alia, transport by rail and ship, port policy and, public transport and technology, in particular the use of alternative fuels, such as CNG, LNG and LPG, by means of financial support which is not measured by competitiveness criteria;
Amendment 277 #
2009/2096(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 17
Paragraph 17
17. Is convinced that the definition of a European core network within the overall TEN network should be evaluated according to criteria of sustainable development at European and also regional leveland local level, addressing the need for the transport network to cover urban areas, and that multimodal platforms remain an essential element of infrastructural supply, since they enable effective interconnections between different modes of transport, while stressing the need to maintain consistency between the transport strategy and the ongoing revision of the trans-European network;
Amendment 280 #
2009/2096(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 17
Paragraph 17
17. Is convinced that the definition of a European core network within the overall TEN network should be evaluated according to criteria of sustainable development at European and also regional level, and that multimodal platforms remain an essential element of infrastructural supply, since they enable effective interconnections between different modes of transport; considers it important, however, to adapt the criteria to various regional conditions;
Amendment 304 #
2009/2096(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 19
Paragraph 19
19. Stresses that the creation of a European transport area is an important priority which depends to a large extent on international acceptance under agreements which are yet to be negotiated, particularly in connection with air and ship transport, and that the EU should play an increasingly formative role in the relevant international bodies, taking account of the need to ensure the efficient flow of goods in cooperation with partners all over the world, in particular by modernising transport networks that are essential for increasing the capacity of rail and road routes providing links with Asia and the Far East;
Amendment 318 #
2009/2096(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 20 - indent 2
Paragraph 20 - indent 2
- a doubling of the number of bus and rail users in urban areas by 2020public transport users, in particular on rail and bus routes in urban areas, provisionally by 2020, but with the possibility of extending this deadline,
Amendment 346 #
2009/2096(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 20 - indent 5
Paragraph 20 - indent 5
- starting from 2011, fitting an ERTMS- compatible system to all new railway rolling stock and link lines, whereby the introduction and interoperability of the system will be cofinanced by the Union,
Amendment 25 #
2009/0169(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Recital 15
Recital 15
(15) At the end of the strategic phase, the Commission, assisted by independent expert should evaluate the maturity and the readiness of the initiative to enter the implementation phase should verify that the Strategic Research Agenda, Stakeholder Consultation Platforms and implementation modalities are in place for the initiative to enter the implementation phase. The Commission should, if appropriate, make recommendations for improving the Strategic Research Agenda. The transition to the implementation phase should be seamless and without delays.
Amendment 46 #
2009/0169(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 3 – paragraph 3 – introductory part and point a
Article 3 – paragraph 3 – introductory part and point a
3. The CommunityUnion financial contribution for the implementation phase shall be provided under the following conditions: (a) a positive evaluationconditional upon: (a) the establishment by the Participating States of the sStrategic phase carried out by the Commission with the assistance of independent experts; this evaluation shall cover the progress made towards the achievement of objectives and deliverables set out in Article 2(3) and Annex IResearch Agenda, Stakeholder Consultation Platforms and the implementation modalities referred to in Article 2(3), as well as the progress made towards the achievement of objectives and deliverables set out in Annex I, section 2. The Commission shall, if appropriate, make recommendations for improving the Strategic Research Agenda;
Amendment 59 #
2009/0169(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Annex I – section 3.4
Annex I – section 3.4
The implementation phase of BONUS-169 is co-funded by the Participating States and the CommunityUnion over a minimum five-year period until the full life-cycle of all BONUS-169 funded projects is closed, provided that commitments from the Community are done up to 2013 and all obligations to report to the Commission are fulfilled. The CommunityUnion contribution during the implementation phase shall match the cash, and in-kind infrastructure contributions of the Participating States to BONUS-169 projects made through the BONUS EEIG as well as the running costs incurred by the BONUS EEIG in the implementation phase. These running costs cannot exceed EUR 5 million. The Community financial contribution and the cash contribution of the Participating States to BONUS-169 shall be pooled and administered centrally by the BONUS EEIG. Subject to the conditions agreed in the annual financial agreements referred to in Article 5(2) the CommunityUnion financial contribution shall be disbursed on the basis of evidence of payment of the cash contribution of the Participating States to the BONUS-169 beneficiaries or EEIG and of provision of in- kind infrastructure contributions for BONUS-169 projects. The proper use of BONUS-169 funding by the beneficiaries is the responsibility of the BONUS EEIG, and shall be established by the independent financial auditing of projects to be carried out by the BONUS EEIG, or on its behalf.
Amendment 52 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 8
Recital 8
(8) The failure of the largest single gas infrastructure or gas supply source, the so- called N-1 principle, ismay well be a realistic scenario. Using tThe failure of such infrastructure or supply source as a benchmark of what Member States should be able to compensate is a valid starting point for ensuring theiris one of the scenario analyses that may help in evaluating a Member State’s security of gas supply.
Amendment 55 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 9
Recital 9
(9) Sufficient gas infrastructure within a Member State and across the CommunityUnion is essential for tackling supply interruptions. CommonRisk and impact assessments based on a common methodology should ensure effective and efficient implementation of minimum criteria on security of gas supply should ensureand a level playing field for security of gas supply while taking into account national or regional specificities and should create significant incentives to build the necessary infrastructure and to improve the level of preparedness in case of crisis. Demand side measures such as fuel switching may have a valuable role to play in ensuring energy security where they can be applied quickly and reduce gas demand appreciably to react to a supply disruption. It should be noted, however, that switching to fossil fuel would result in higher greenhouse gas emissions. The efficient use of energy as a demand-side measure should be further promoted. The environmental impact of the proposed demand and supply-side measures should be taken into due account and preference should be given to measures with the least impact on the environment. Any investment in the infrastructure should be made with due respect to the environment and the related acquis communautaire.
Amendment 62 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 6 a (new)
Article 10 – paragraph 6 a (new)
6a. When the Commission considers that in the case of a Community Emergency, the actions taken by the Competent Authorities or natural gas undertakings are insufficient, the Commission is entitled to act directly implementing the measures listed in Annexes II and III in order to restore the gas supply to the affected markets.
Amendment 69 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 12
Recital 12
(12) This Regulation should enable natural gas undertakings and customers to rely on market mechanisms for as long as possible when coping with disruptions. It should also provide for emergency mechanisms to be used when markets alone are no longer able to deal adequately with a gas supply disruption. Even in an Emergency, market based instruments should be given priority to mitigate the effects of the supply disruption.
Amendment 71 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 12 a (new)
Recital 12 a (new)
(12a) EU investment in indigenous production and infrastructure should be backed by efforts of the Member States and the Commission to promote within the EU neighbourhood, in cooperation with third countries, the extension of the principles and norms of the internal market as stipulated in the Energy Charter Treaty. The Commission should consider extending the European Energy Community, comprising the EU and the countries of South-Eastern Europe, to other third countries, as appropriate, and creating new regional energy markets modelled thereon, such as a Euro- Mediterranean energy community, to ensure security of supply.
Amendment 75 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 14
Recital 14
(14) The completion of the internal gas market and effective competition within that market offers the CommunityUnion the highest level of security of supply for all Member States, provided that the market is allowed to work fully in case of disruption of supply affecting a part of the CommunityUnion, whatever the cause of the disruption. To this end, a comprehensive and effective common approach to security of supply is required, particularly through transparent and non-discriminatory policies compatible with the requirements of thefunctioning of the internal market, avoiding market distortions and the undermining of market responses to disruptions.
Amendment 76 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 15
Recital 15
(15) The precise definition of the roles and responsibilities of all natural gas undertakings and Competent Authorities is therefore crucial in maintto avoid conflicting competences and to maintaing the well- functioning of the internal market, particularly in supply disruptions and crisis situations.
Amendment 85 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 22
Recital 22
(22) In order to ensure the highest level of preparedness in case of supply disruption, Emergency Plans should be established by all natural gas undertakings together with the Competent Authoritiethe Competent Authorities, after consultation of the natural gas undertakings. Such plans should be mutually consistent. Their content should follow best practices among existing plans and should define clear roles and responsibilities for all concerned natural gas undertakings and Competent Authorities. Joint emergency plans at regional level, should be established where possible and necessary.
Amendment 99 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 30
Recital 30
(30) Since gas supplies from third countries are central to the security of gas supply of the Community, tUnion, the Commission should include an "energy security clause” in trade, association, and partnership and cooperation agreements with producer and transit countries. The Commission should coordinate the actions with regard to third countries, working with producer and transit countries on arrangements to handle crisis situations and to ensure a stable gas flow to the CommunityUnion. The Commission should be entitled to deploy a task force to monitor gas flows in crisis situations within and, in consultation with the third countries involved, outside the CommunityUnion and, where a crisis arises due to difficulties in a third country, to assume a mediation and facilitation role through the Vice-President of the Commission/High Representative.
Amendment 109 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1
Article 1
This Regulation establishes measures aimed at safeguarding the security of gas supply so as toby ensureing the proper and continuous functioning of the internal market for gas and establishing exceptional measures to be implemented when the market can no longer deliver the required gas supplies by providing for a clear definition and attribution of responsibilities and for a coordination of the response at the level of the Member States and the CommunityUnion regarding both preventive action and the reaction to concrete disruptions of supply or serious and reliable threats of such disruptions in the spirit of solidarity between the Member States.
Amendment 136 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2
Article 3 – paragraph 2
2. Each Member State shall designate aon transparent terms an independent Competent Authority responsible for the implementation of the security of gas supply measures provided inin line with the provisions of this Regulation. The measures shall include the biennial risk assessmentnd impact assessment including geopolitical risks, the establishment of the Preventive Action Plans, the establishment of the Emergency Plan, and the continuous monitoring of security of gas supply at national level. Competent Authorities shall cooperate with each other to prevent a supply disruption and to limit damages in case it occurs.
Amendment 145 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 4 a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 4 a (new)
4a. The Commission shall implement the measures provided for in this Regulation. The measures shall include the biennial risk assessment, the continuous monitoring of security of gas supply as well as the establishment of Preventive and Emergency Action Plans at Union level.
Amendment 149 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 5
Article 3 – paragraph 5
5. The measures to ensure the security of supply shall be based on the risk and impact assessment carried out according to Article 8, clearly defined, transparent, proportionate, non-discriminatory, verifiable, and shall not unduly distort competition and the effective functioning of the internal market.
Amendment 158 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
1. By [31 March0 September 2011; 128 months from entry into force] at the latest, on the basis of the risk and impact assessment carried out according to Article 8, the Competent Authority, after consultation of the natural gas undertakings, of the relevant organisations representing the interests of household and industrial customers and of the regulatory authority, where it is not the Competent Authority, shall establish:
Amendment 174 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 2
Article 4 – paragraph 2
2. Before adopting those Plans the Competent Authorities shall exchange information and consult each other and, the Commission and the Gas Coordination Group to ensure that their Plans and measures are mutually consistent at the appropriate regional level. These consultations shall cover, as a minimum, interconnections, cross-border supplies, storage across borders and the physical capacity to transport gas in both directions.
Amendment 192 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 5
Article 4 – paragraph 5
5. The Competent Authority shall publish a non confidential version of its Plans, including amended versions according to paragraph 6, and notify them to the Commission and the Gas Coordination Group without delay.
Amendment 197 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 6
Article 4 – paragraph 6
6. Within six months after the notification of the Plans by the Competent Authorities, the Commission shall assess the Plans of all Member States. The Commission shall consult ENTSO-G, ACER, the Gas Coordination Group and other concerned stakeholders on those plans. Where the Commission, after duly taking into account the opinion of the Gas Coordination Group, considers that a Plan is not effective to mitigate the risks as identified in the risk and impact assessment or inconsistent with the risk scenarios or with the Union Plan or the Plans of other Member States, or that it does not comply with the provisions of this Regulation or other provisions of CommunityUnion law, it shall require the revision of the Plan. Within 2 months from notification of the Commission's request, the Competent Authority concerned shall amend its Plan and notify the amended Plan to the Commission and the Gas Coordination Group or shall set out to the Commission why it does not agree with the request. In that case, the Commission may amend or withdraw its request. If within 2 months, after consultation of the Gas Coordination Group, the Commission decides not to amend or withdraw its request, the Competent Authority shall comply with the Commission's request within 3 months after notification of the Commission's decision.
Amendment 209 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 1
Article 5 – paragraph 1
1. The Preventive Action Plan, at national, regional and Union level, shall contain: (a) the measures to fulfil the infrastructure and supply standards, as laid down in Articles 6 and 7; these measures shall include at least information on the planning to meet the N- 1 standard, volumesvolumes and capacities that according to the risk and caimpacitiest assessment are needed to supply the protected customers in the defined high demand periods, the demand side measures and obligations imposed on natural gas undertakings and other relevant bodies; (b) the riskesults of the risk and impact assessment as laid down in Article 8; (c) the preventive measures to address the risks identified; (d) information on the relevant Public Service Obligations.
Amendment 215 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 2
Article 5 – paragraph 2
2. The Preventive Action Plan, in particular the actions to meet the infrastructure standard as laid down in Article 6, shall be based on and shall be consistent with the ten year network development plan to be elaborated by the ENTSO-G .
Amendment 219 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 3
Article 5 – paragraph 3
3. The Preventive Action Plan shall take into account economic effectiveness, effects on the functioning of the internal energy market and environmental impact, environmental impact and all relevant international developments, particularly in major supply and transit countries.
Amendment 220 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 3
Article 5 – paragraph 3
3. The Preventive Action Plan shall take into account economic effectiveness, effects on the functioning of the internal energy market and environmental impact. It shall not place unreasonable and disproportionate burdens on market participants.
Amendment 236 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 2
Article 6 – paragraph 2
2. Following the recommendation of the Commission referred to in Article 4(3) or in the situation referred to in Article 4(4), the obligcalculation set out in paragraph 1 may be fulfilledcarried out at the regional level. The N-1 standard shall also be considered to be fulfilled whereIn its calculation of the N-1 indicator, the Competent Authority shall be allowed to demonstrates in the Preventive Action Plan referred to in Article 5 that a supply disruption may be sufficiently and timely compensated for by specific measures, including demand side measures.
Amendment 241 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 3
Article 6 – paragraph 3
3. The methodology for calculating the N-1 standardindicator as provided in Annex I shall be used. It should take into consideration the network configuration and actual gas flows as well as the presence of production and storage capacities. The calculated area as referred to in Annex IThe calculated area as referred to in Annex I shall be defined by the Competent Authority after consultation with the relevant natural gas undertakings and shall be extended to the appropriate regional level, where necessary.
Amendment 247 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 4
Article 6 – paragraph 4
4. Each Competent Authority shall report to the Commission without delay any non- compliance with the N-1 standard, after consultation of the relevant natural gas undertakings, report to the Commission the results of its calculation of the N-1 indicator in accordance with Article 13.
Amendment 292 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – point a
a) extremely cold average temperatures during a seven days peak period statistically occurring once every twenty years; and
Amendment 293 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – point a
a) supplies in case of extremely cold average temperatures during a seven days peak period statistically occurring once every twenty years; and
Amendment 294 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – point b
b) any period of sixthirty days of exceptionally high gas demand during the coldest weather periods statistically occurring every twenty years.
Amendment 295 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – point b
b) supplies in case of any period of sixthirty days of exceptionally high gas demand during the coldest weather periods statistically occurring every twenty years.
Amendment 296 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 2
Article 7 – paragraph 2
2. The Competent Authority shallIn the event of an Emergency as defined in Article 9(2), the Competent Authority shall also, working with natural gas undertakings, take the measures to ensurprioritise the gas supply to the protected customers for the period of sixthirty days also in the event of an Emergency as defined in Article 9(2). The Competent Authority shall endeavour to maintain the supply for the protected customers. Supply to the protected customers shall be maintained as long as necessary.
Amendment 303 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 4
Article 7 – paragraph 4
4. The Competent Authorityies shall be allow the natural gas undertakings to meet these criteriaed to calculate these indicators on a regional or CommunityUnion level and they shall not be required tho calculate these standards are met based on infrastructure locatedindicators only within itstheir territory.
Amendment 316 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 1
Article 8 – paragraph 1
1. By [30 SeptemberMarch 20101; 612 months after entry into force] the Commission and each Competent Authority shall fully assess the risks affecting the security of gas supply in itsthe EU and in the Member State respectively by: a) using the standardsindicator specified in Articles 6 and 7; b) taking into account all relevant national and regional circumstances; c) running various scenarios of exceptionally high demand and supply disruption, such as failure of main transmission infrastructures, storages, LNG terminals, and disruption of supplies from third country suppliers; d) identifying the interaction and correlation of risks with other Member States.
Amendment 330 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 2
Article 8 – paragraph 2
2. The natural gas undertakings, the relevant organisations representing the interests of household and industrial customers and the regulatory authority, where it is not the Competent Authority, shall cooperate and provide all necessary information for the risk assessment. nd impact assessment including geopolitical risks.
Amendment 340 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 3
Article 8 – paragraph 3
3. The risk and impact assessment shall be repeated every two years before 30 September of that year.
Amendment 344 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point 2
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point 2
(2) Define the role and responsibilities of the natural gas undertakings and of the industrial customerall market participants, and their interaction with the Competent Authority and where appropriate with the regulatory authority;
Amendment 349 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – points 6-10
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – points 6-10
(6) Identify the contribution of the market based measures listed in Annex II for coping with the situation in the Alert level and mitigating the situation in the Emergency level; (7) Identify the contribution, to the greatest extent and for the longest time possible, the situation in the Emergency level; (7) Identify, on the basis of a transparent cost-benefit analysis, the contribution to and relative merit of the non- market based measures planned or to be implemented for the Emergency level listed in Annex III and assess the degree to which the use of non-market based measures is necessary to cope with the crisis, assess their effects and define the procedures to implement them; (8) Describe the mechanisms used, non-market based measures only being used to ensure security of supply as a last resort; (8) Describe the mechanisms used and the roles of markets participants in relation to cooperateion with other Member States for each crisis level; (8a) Describe the mechanisms used to activate the mediation with the third countries concerned; (9) Detail the reporting obligations imposed on the natural gas undertakings in the Alert and Emergency level; (10) AEstablish a list of predefined actions to make gas available in the case of an Emergency, including the compensation mechanisms and commercial agreements between the parties involved in such actions. Such actions may involve cross-border agreements between Member States and/or natural gas undertakings, defined in close cooperation with the market participants, to make gas available in the case of an Emergency.
Amendment 350 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point 8 a (new)
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point 8 a (new)
(8a) Describe the mechanisms used to activate the mediation with the third countries concerned;
Amendment 355 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point 3
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point 3
(3) Emergency level (Emergency): when an exceptionally high demand occurs or when there is a disruption of the supply through or from the largest infrastructure or source andor there is a credible risk that the supply standard to the protected customers can no longer be met with market based instruments alone.
Amendment 368 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 4 a (new)
Article 9 – paragraph 4 a (new)
4a. Where the Commission is notified by the Competent Authority that an early warning level has been declared in a Member State for geopolitical reasons, or where a threat of disruption of gas supplies due to geopolitical reasons is signalled, possibly by the Early Warning Mechanism, the Union, represented by the Vice-President of the Commission and High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy (Vice- President/High Representative), shall take appropriate diplomatic actions. Actions taken by the Vice-President/High Representative must not affect the functioning of the internal market.
Amendment 373 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 6
Article 9 – paragraph 6
6. The Commission shall verify within one weekthree days whether the declaration of an Emergency is justified and whether it does not impose an undue burden on the natural gas undertakings and on the functioning of the internal market. The Commission may seek the advice of the Gas Coordination Group in this matter. The Commission may, in particular, ask the Competent Authority to modify measures imposing an undue burden on natural gas undertakings and to lift its declaration of Emergency if the Commission considers it not or no longer justified.
Amendment 379 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 6 a (new)
Article 9 – paragraph 6 a (new)
6a. Measures imposed in case of Emergency, including at the regional and Union level, shall ensure fair and equitable compensation in favour of the natural gas undertakings affected by the measures.
Amendment 397 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 1
Article 10 – paragraph 1
1. The Commission mayshall declare a CommunityUnion Emergency at the request of one Competent Authority or when the CommunityUnion loses more than 10% of its daily gas import from third countries as calculated by ENTSO-G. It shall declare a CommunityUnion Emergency where more than one Competent Authority has declared Emergency following the verification in accordance with Article 9(6). It mayshall declare a CommunityUnion Emergency for specifically affected geographical regions comprising more than one Member State.
Amendment 398 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 2
Article 10 – paragraph 2
2. The Commission shall convene the Gas Coordination Group as soon as it declares Community Emergency. : - there is a reliable sign of a threat of disruption of the gas supply, possibly triggered by the Early Warning Mechanism; - Early Warning, Alert or Emergency crisis levels are declared in a Member State; or - a Union Emergency is declared.
Amendment 413 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1
4. When the Commission considers that in a CommunityUnion Emergency, an action taken by a Competent Authority or natural gas undertakings is inappropriate to deal with the Emergency, or that it seriously endangers the situation in another Member State, the Commission shall require the Competent Authority or natural gas undertaking to change its action. The Commission’s request shall specify the measures to be taken by the Competent Authority or natural gas undertaking aiming at restoring the functioning of the internal gas market.
Amendment 422 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 5
Article 10 – paragraph 5
5. The Competent Authority or natural gas undertakingMember States and the Competent Authorities shall not introduce any measure unduly restricting the flow of gas within the internal market at any timecontracted volumes of gas across borders, subject to their legal duties in relation to health and safety and environmental matters.
Amendment 423 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 6
Article 10 – paragraph 6
6. In a CommunityUnion Emergency, the Member States shall ensure that cross- border access to the storage facilities based on existing commercial agreements is maintained and shall not introduce any legal provisions which unduly restrict the flows of contracted volumes of gas to the affected markets.
Amendment 424 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 6 a (new)
Article 10 – paragraph 6 a (new)
6a. Where the Commission considers that, in the case of a Union Emergency, the actions taken by the Competent Authorities or natural gas undertakings are insufficient, the Commission is entitled to act directly implementing the measures listed in Annex II and Annex III in order to restore the gas supply to the affected markets. The Commission, after the consulting the Competent Authorities, shall establish the Union compensation mechanisms based on predefined market referring pattern, including appropriate premium for natural gas undertakings that made their natural gas resources available to tackle the Union Emergency.
Amendment 428 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 7
Article 10 – paragraph 7
7. The Commission, after duly taking into account the opinion of the Gas Coordination Group, shall establish a permanent reserve list for a monitoring task force consisting of industry experts and representatives of the Commission. This monitoring task force may be deployed when necessary and shall monitor and report on the gas flows within and outside the CommunityUnion, in cooperation with the supplyproducing and transiting countries.
Amendment 438 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
Article 11 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
2. TIn accordance with the provisions of this Regulation, the Gas Coordination Group shall assistclosely cooperate with the Commission in particular on issues related to:
Amendment 443 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 2 – point d
Article 11 – paragraph 2 – point d
(d) the level of security of supply, benchmarks and risk and impact assessment methodologies;
Amendment 449 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 2 – point g
Article 11 – paragraph 2 – point g
(g) review and implementation of the Plans;
Amendment 458 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) hourly flow of gas at all cross-border entry and exit points as well as all points connecting a production facility to the network, storage, LNG in mcm/dthe transmission network to a production facility, storage facility or LNG terminal;
Amendment 463 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point c
(c) period, expressed in days, during which it is possible to ensureexpected that gas supply to the protected customers can be ensured.
Amendment 468 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 5
Article 12 – paragraph 5
5. After an Emergency, the Competent Authority shall without delay provide to the Commission a detailed assessment of the Emergency and the effectiveness of the implemented measures, including the assessment of economic impact of the Emergency, the impact of the fuel switching on the levels of the emissions, the impact on the electricity sector and the assistance provided to and/or received from the Community and its Member StatesUnion and its Member States. The Commission shall analyse the assessments of the Member States and present its results, in aggregated form, to the Gas Coordination Group.
Amendment 489 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 2 a (new)
Article 13 – paragraph 2 a (new)
2a. The Commission shall establish a system of continuous monitoring and reporting of security of gas supply including the following measures: (a) preparation of annual reports concerning observance of the rules governing the internal market in the energy sector, notably as regards transparency and compliance with EU competition law by third-country companies, especially main suppliers, together with all of their subsidiaries; (b) assessment of the impact of vertically integrated energy companies from third countries on the internal market and implementation of the principle of reciprocity; (c) application of appropriate measures designed to prevent uncontrolled investment by state-owned foreign companies in the EU's energy sector, in particular the gas and electricity transmission networks; (d) monitoring of contracts for natural gas concluded between Member States and third countries as regards their conformity with the EU internal market rules. The Commission shall enforce the abolition of any clauses having the effect of a destination clause in so far as they are prohibited by EU law.
Amendment 492 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14
Article 14
By […] the Commission, having assessed the notified Plans and after consulting the Gas Coordination Group, shall draw conclusions as to possible means to enhance security of supply at CommunityUnion level and shall report to the European Parliament and the Council on the implementation of this Regulation. The report shall include, where appropriate, recommendations for improvement of this Regulation. The Commission may, on the basis of the Risk and Impact Assessments and resulting Plans of all Member States, establish a work programme to assess the need for and feasibility of binding common standards for security of supply.
Amendment 90 #
2008/0247(COD)
Council position
Recital 17
Recital 17
(17) In order to facilitate requests for infrastructure capacities for international rail freight services, it is appropriate to designate or establishcreate a one stop shop forby each infrastructure manager of freight corridor. For this, existing initiatives should be built upon, in particular those undertaken by RNE, a body which acts as a coordination tool for the infrastructure managers and provides a number of services to international freight undertakings.
Amendment 102 #
2008/0247(COD)
Council position
Article 2 - paragraph 2 - point c a (new)
Article 2 - paragraph 2 - point c a (new)
(ca) "one - stop shop" shall mean the body created by infrastructure managers, which offers applicants the opportunity to request in a single place and in a single operation infrastructure capacity for freight trains crossing at least one border.
Amendment 135 #
2008/0247(COD)
Council position
Article 12 - paragraph 1
Article 12 - paragraph 1
1. The management board for aEach infrastructure manager of the freight corridor shall designate or establish a joint body and/or an information system through collaboration between infrastructure managers offering applicants the opportunity to request, in a single place and a single operation, infrastructure capacity for freight trains crossing at least one border along the freight corridor (the "one-stop shop")create a one-stop shop. Infrastructure managers who already operate a one-stop shop, shall be exempt from the above obligation.
Amendment 138 #
2008/0247(COD)
Council position
Article 12 - paragraph 3
Article 12 - paragraph 3
3. The one-stop shop shall forward any application for infrastructure capacity without any delay to the competent infrastructure managers and, where relevant, the allocation bodies as referred to in Article 14(2) of Directive 2001/14/EC, who shall take a decision on that application in accordance with Article 13 and Chapter III of that Directives of all infrastructure managers along the freight corridor shall cooperate with each other on the allocation of capacity and timetabling.
Amendment 141 #
2008/0247(COD)
Council position
Article 12 - paragraph 4
Article 12 - paragraph 4
4. The activities of the one-stop shop shall be carried out under transparent and non- discriminatory conditions. These activities shall be subject to control of the regulatory bodies in accordance with Article 18.
Amendment 79 #
2008/0237(COD)
Council position – amending act
Article 8
Article 8
Immediate practical and economic needs of passengers In the event of an accident arising out of the use of the bus or coach, the carrier shall provide reasonable assistance with regard to the passengers' immediate practical needs following the accident. AnySuch assistance shall include, where necessary, first aid, accommodation, food, clothes, transport and funeral expenses and any other financial assistance important for each day life needs. In the event of death or personal injury, the carrier shall in addition make advance payments to cover immediate economic needs on a basis proportional to the damage suffered, provided that there is prima facie evidence of causality attributable to the carrier. Any payments made or assistance provided shall not constitute recognition of liability.
Amendment 86 #
2008/0237(COD)
Council position – amending act
Article 14 - paragraph 1 - point b - indent i
Article 14 - paragraph 1 - point b - indent i
i) at the time stipulated in advance by the carrier which shall be no more than 60 minutes before the published departure time unless a shorter period is agreed between the carrier and the passenger who is properly informed about the change; or
Amendment 92 #
2008/0237(COD)
Council position – amending act
Article 19 - paragraph 1 - point b a (new)
Article 19 - paragraph 1 - point b a (new)
(ba) in addition to the reimbursement referred to in point (b), have the right to compensation amounting to 50% of the ticket price if the carrier fails to offer continuation or re-routing to the final destination as referred to in point (a). The compensation shall be paid within one month of the submission of the request for compensation at the latest