Activities of Salvatore CARONNA related to 2011/0401(COD)
Shadow opinions (2)
OPINION on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing Horizon 2020 - The Framework Programme for Research and Innovation (2014-2020)
OPINION on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing Horizon 2020 - The Framework Programme for Research and Innovation (2014-2020)
Amendments (21)
Amendment 8 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 19 a (new)
Recital 19 a (new)
(19a) Europe’s regional and local authorities play an important role in developing the European Research Area and ensuring that the Union’s various financial instruments are coordinated effectively. In particular, they should encourage linkage between the Horizon 2020 programme and the Structural Funds in connection with regional innovation strategies based on smart specialisation. The regions also play a crucial role in the dissemination and application of the results of the Horizon 2020 programme by providing complementary funding possibilities, including public sector contracts.
Amendment 21 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – Part II – point 1 – paragraph 9
Annex I – Part II – point 1 – paragraph 9
A major component of ‘Leadership in Enabling and Industrial Technologies’ are Key Enabling Technologies (KETs), defined as micro- and nanoelectronics, photonics, nanotechnology, biotechnology, advanced materials and advanced manufacturing systems. These multi- disciplinary, knowledge and capital- intensive technologies cut across many diverse sectors providing the basis for significant competitive advantage for European industry. An integrated approach, promoting the combination, convergence and cross-fertilisation effect of KETs in different innovation cycles and value chains can deliver promising research results and open the way to new industrial technologies, products, services and novel applications (e.g. in space, transport, environment, health, agriculture, etc.). The numerous interactions of KETs and enabling technologies will therefore be exploited in a flexible manner, as an important source of innovation. This will complement support for research and innovation in KETs that may be provided by national or regional authorities under the Cohesion Policy Funds within the framework of smart specialisation strategies.
Amendment 23 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4
Article 4
Horizon 2020 shall play a central role in the delivery of the Europe 2020 strategy for smart, sustainable and inclusive growth by providing a common strategic framework for the Union's research and innovation funding, thus acting as a vehicle for leveraging public and private investment, creating new job opportunities, promoting economic, social and territorial cohesion and ensuring Europe's long-term sustainable growth and competitiveness.
Amendment 24 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – Part II – point 1 – point 1.4.2 – paragraph 1
Annex I – Part II – point 1 – point 1.4.2 – paragraph 1
Powered by the expansion of the knowledge of living systems, biotechnology is set to deliver a stream of new applications and to strengthen the Union’s industrial base and its innovation capacity. Examples of the rising importance of biotechnology are in industrial applications including bio- , agricultural applications, including crop growing, the starting point of the food production value chain, and the bio-economy as a whole, and applications related to bio-chemicals, of which the market share is estimated to increase by up to 12%-20% of chemical production by 2015. A number of the so- called twelve rules of Green Chemistry are also addressed by biotechnology, due to the selectivity and efficiency of bio-systems. The possible economic burdens for Union enterprises can be reduced by harnessing the potential of biotechnology processes and bio-based products to reduce CO2 emissions, estimated to range from between 1 to 2.5 billion tons CO2 equivalent per year by 2030. In Europe’s biopharmaceutical sector, already some 20% of the current medicines are derived from biotechnology, with up to 50% of new medicines. Biotechnology also opens new avenues for exploiting the huge potential of marine resources for producing innovative industrial, health and environmental applications. The emerging sector of marine (blue) biotechnology has been predicted to grow by 10% a year.
Amendment 26 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – Part II – point 1 – point 1.4.3 – point b – introductory part
Annex I – Part II – point 1 – point 1.4.3 – point b – introductory part
(b) Biotechnology-based industrial processeprocesses and products
Amendment 29 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 2 a (new)
Article 12 – paragraph 2 a (new)
2a. Activities in the area of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) must be multidisciplinary and multicultural, with a strong regional input. This requires regional cooperation at European level and the pursuit of excellence at regional level through specific programmes.
Amendment 30 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – Part II – point 1 – point 1.4.3 – point b
Annex I – Part II – point 1 – point 1.4.3 – point b
Developing industrial biotechnology for competitive industrial products and processes (e.g. chemical, health, mining, energy, pulp and paper, textile, starch, crop growing, food processing) and its environmental dimension.
Amendment 39 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 17
Article 17
Horizon 2020 shall be implemented in a way which is complementary to other Union funding programmes, including the Structural Funds.
Amendment 39 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – Part III – point 2 – point 2.1 – paragraph 2
Annex I – Part III – point 2 – point 2.1 – paragraph 2
Over the coming decades, Europe will be challenged by increased competition for limited and finite natural resources, by the effects of climate change, in particular on primary production systems (agriculture, forestry, fisheries and aquaculture) and by the need to provide a sustainable, safe and secure food supply for the European and an increasing global population. A 70% increase ofin the world food supply is estimated to be required to feed the 9 billion global population by 2050. Agriculture accounts for about 10 % of Union greenhouse gases emissions, and while declining in Europe, global emissions from agriculture are projected to increase up to 20% by 2030. Furthermore, Europe will need to ensure sufficient supplies of raw materials, energy and industrial products, under conditions of decreasing fossil carbon resources (oil and liquid gas production expected to decrease by about 60% by 2050), while maintaining its competitiveness. Bio-waste (estimated at up to 138 million tonnes per year in the Union, of which up to 40 % is land-filled) represents a huge problem and cost, despite its high potential added value. For example, an estimated 30% of all food produced in developed countries is discarded. Major changes are neededAccording to Eurostat figures, the quantity of food discarded in the European Union alone amounts to 89 million tonnes a year, equivalent to 180 kg per person. Measures therefore need to be taken in order to reduce thisat amount (by 50% in the Union by 2030by 2030), avoid wasting food, and reuse food that would otherwise be thrown away. Research avenues should also be explored with a view to analysing and quantifying food waste, applying appropriate methodologies. In addition, national borders are irrelevant in the spread of animal and plant pests and diseases, including zoonotic diseases, and food -borne pathogens. While effective national prevention measures are needed, action at Union level is essential for ultimate control and the effective running of the single market. The challenge is complex, affects a broad range of interconnected sectors and requires a plurality of approaches.
Amendment 42 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 17 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 17 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Amendment 43 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – Part III – point 2 – point 2.1 – paragraph 4
Annex I – Part III – point 2 – point 2.1 – paragraph 4
The potential of biological resources and ecosystems could be used in a much more sustainable, efficient and integrated manner. For examples, the potential of biomass from forests, farming, and waste streams from agricultural, aquatic, industrial, and also municipal origins could be better harnessed.
Amendment 44 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – Part III – point 2 – point 2.2 – paragraph 2
Annex I – Part III – point 2 – point 2.2 – paragraph 2
A fully functional European bio-economy – encompassing the sustainable production of renewable resources from land and aquatic environments and their conversion into food, feed, bio-based products and bioenergy as well as the related public goods – will generate high European added value. Managed in a sustainable manner, it can reduce the environmental footprint of primary production and the supply chain as a whole. It can increase their competitiveness and provide jobs and business opportunities for rural and coastal development. The food security, sustainable agriculture, and overall bio- economy – -related challenges are of a European and global nature. Actions at Union level are essential to bring together clusters to achieve the necessary breadth and critical mass to complement efforts made by a single or groups of Member States. A multi-actor approach will ensure the necessary cross-fertilising interactions between researchers, businesses, farmers/producers, advisoers and end-users. The Union level is also necessary to ensure coherence in addressing this challenge across sectors and with strong links to relevant Union policies. Coordination of research and innovation at Union level will stimulate and help to accelerate the required changes across the Union.
Amendment 46 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 18 – paragraph 3
Article 18 – paragraph 3
3. The integrated approach set out in paragraphs 1 and 2 is expected to lead to aroundshould lead to a minimum of 15% of the total combined budget for the specific objective on "Leadership in enabling and industrial technologies" and the priority "Societal challenges" going to SMEs.
Amendment 47 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – Part III – point 2 – point 2.3 – point a
Annex I – Part III – point 2 – point 2.3 – point a
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, enhancing the quality and value of agricultural products, while at the same time developing of services, concepts and policies for thriving rural livelihoods.
Amendment 48 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 19 – paragraph 1
Article 19 – paragraph 1
1. Horizon 2020 may be implemented through public-private partnerships where all the partners concerned commit to support the development and implementation of research and innovation activities of strategic importance to the Union's competitiveness and industrial leadership or to address specific societal challenges. This should be achieved by supporting networks, cooperation and exchanges of experience between regions, towns and other stakeholders, including cultural, scientific and research institutions.
Amendment 49 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 20 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Article 20 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Particular attention shall be paid to joint programming initiatives between Member States, in which European Union regions and towns may participate, where appropriate.
Amendment 50 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 20 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point b
Article 20 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point b
(b) Union participation in programmes undertaken by several Member States in accordance with Article 185 TFEU, with the involvement of local and regional authorities.
Amendment 52 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – Part III – point 2 – point 2.3 – point b
Annex I – Part III – point 2 – point 2.3 – point b
The aim is to meet the requirements of citizens for safe, healthy and affordable food, and to make food and feed processing and distribution more sustainable and the food sector more competitive. The activities shall focus on healthy and safe foods for all, informed consumer choices, and competitive food processing methods that use less resources and produce less by-products, waste and green-house gases. Consumers have to make conscious choices and be not only informed about safe foods, but also aware of the environmental, socio-economic, and nutritional consequences entailed in their choices and in the fact of wasting food.
Amendment 53 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – section 2 – point 1 – point 1.3 – point 1.3.3 – point e – introductory part
Annex 1 – section 2 – point 1 – point 1.3 – point 1.3.3 – point e – introductory part
(e) Materials for creative industriesPreserving and making optimum use of Europe’s cultural and artistic heritage
Amendment 54 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – section 2 – point 1 – point 1.3 – point 1.3.3 – point e – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – section 2 – point 1 – point 1.3 – point 1.3.3 – point e – paragraph 1
Applying design and the development of converging technologies to create new business opportunities, including the preservation of materials with historical or cultural value. Assessing and understanding the mechanisms whereby the cultural heritage is damaged. Developing advanced methods and technologies for the purpose of protecting and preserving the cultural heritage. Ensuring the inclusion and rational management of the cultural heritage at historical sites and in towns.
Amendment 56 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – Part III – point 5 – point 5.2 – paragraph 4
Annex I – Part III – point 5 – point 5.2 – paragraph 4
Addressing the availability of raw materials calls for co-ordinated research and innovation efforts across many disciplines and sectors to help provide safe, economically feasible, environmentally sound and socially acceptable solutions along the entire value chain (exploration, extraction, processing, re-use, recycling and substitution). Particular innovation efforts should be focused on agricultural uses of water resources, bearing in mind the sector’s growing water needs and the fact that periods of severe drought are occurring more frequently and spreading over increasingly vast parts of the world, including for example Mediterranean Europe. Innovation in these fields will provide opportunities for growth and jobs, as well as innovative options involving science, technology, the economy, policy and governance. For this reason, a European Innovation Partnership on Raw Materials is being prepared.