10 Amendments of Simona BONAFÈ related to 2016/2306(INI)
Amendment 4 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Stresses thate importance of the European Semester debate is of particular importance in view of the need to find a new development model for structural reforms and selective investments, investing in strategic areasin identifying structural reforms and selective investments able to facilitate the transition towards a new economic model combining industrial development with environmental sustainability;
Amendment 7 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Points out that climate change is undoubtedly a very serious global challenge and that swift action should remain a priority for the EU; underlines, in this connection, the importance of the Paris Agreement adopted in December 2015 at the COP21, a global milestone for enhancing global collective action and accelerating the global transformation to a low-carbon and climate resilient society; notes that the agreement sets out a qualitative long-term emissions reduction goal in line with the objective of keeping the global temperature increase well below 2°C and pursuing efforts to keep it to 1.5°C; therefore calls for the European Commission to take into consideration in its country specific recommendations the need for Member States to invest in low- carbon emission energy projects to match the objectives of the Paris Agreement;
Amendment 10 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2 – point 1 (new)
Paragraph 2 – point 1 (new)
Points out that an effective transition to a low carbon society requires large investments in strategic areas such as energy, waste management, transports and buildings. Calls for an earmarking on sustainable investments under the forthcoming "EFSI 2" regulation. Recalls that Member States contributions to investments under EFSI shall be considered as "one-off measures" that are deducted for the assessment of the fiscal effort in structural terms;
Amendment 14 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Recalls that ensuring sustainable growth, climate protection and job creation in the EU means using our resources in a smarter and more sustainable way and reducing dependence on imports of raw materials; considers that the focus should be on waste prevention, greater recycling and re-use of productsthe strict application of the waste hierarchy primarily to support the implementation of prevention measures but also to support the activities aimed at achieving the preparing for re-use and recycling targets set out for 2020,2025 and 2030; notes that it is estimated that the circular economy could provide EU companies with savings of about EUR 600 billion per year; reiterates therefore, its call for the principles of the circular economn order to accelerate the EU transition towards a circular economy, its call for a lead indicator and a dashboard of sub- indicators on resource efficiency to be incorporated into the European Semester;
Amendment 23 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Stresses that thean improved efficient use of resources, reducing foreign energy dependence and the induction of production patterns, based on better design requirements for products, and more sustainable consumption patterns involves promoting entrepreneurship and job creation and effectively implementing European and international targets and objectives and diversifying revenue sources, in a context of fiscal responsibility and economic competitiveness;
Amendment 28 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4 a (new)
Paragraph 4 a (new)
4a. Underlines the relevance of investments into measures to prevent and mitigate the impacts of natural disasters. With the increasing number of events, both linked to climate change and earthquakes, prevention measures should be carefully addressed. The value of those investments should be properly considered in the evaluation of Member States' budget. Avoiding investments in prevention also result in a consistent increase in public spending due to emergency management and reconstruction;
Amendment 32 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4 b (new)
Paragraph 4 b (new)
4b. Points out the need for a more comprehensive set of indicators in order to assess the measures put in place by Member States on the contribution towards the achievement of the objectives taken up by the European Union in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, and in particular the target of halving food waste by 2030; stresses that Sustainable Development Goals targets need to be properly streamlined into the Union´s internal as well as external policies;
Amendment 48 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5 a (new)
Paragraph 5 a (new)
5a. Stresses the importance of sustainable healthcare systems, ensuring that resources are efficiently and responsibly used, by providing equal access to healthcare facilities for all European citizens; reiterates the importance of the health sector as a key driver for stability, sustainability and economic development within European societies; therefore, encouraging effective investment in health is essential to reach those goals within the EU.
Amendment 56 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5 b (new)
Paragraph 5 b (new)
5b. Points out the need for a more comprehensive assessment of health systems in the framework of the European Semester, considering not only the fiscal dimension but also addressing access, effectiveness and quality for the European Health sector.
Amendment 57 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5 c (new)
Paragraph 5 c (new)
5c. Stresses that appropriate consideration should be given to costs related to healthcare incurred by Member States as a consequence of emergencies which may put additional strain on healthcare systems, such as immigrants and refugees arriving in the EU in conditions requiring immediate medical attention. The medical assistance that can be required is essential both in terms of human rights protection and risk reduction in order to protect EU citizens from possible exposure to diseases, endemic in migration countries of origin. The related cost burden carried therefore should be properly considered when evaluating Member States' budgets;