4 Amendments of Brando BENIFEI related to 2014/2208(INI)
Amendment 25 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Emphasises that a circular economy will lead to sustainable and inclusive growth and have lasting beneficial effects on the labour market; with a view to this, considers the elaboration of a genuine European industrial policy, based on economic and environmental sustainability and aimed at overcoming the 'take-make-consume-throw away' business model, as essential for the achievement of sustainable and inclusive economic growth and high-quality job creation in the EU;
Amendment 52 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Calls on the Member States to put in place a regulatory environment andhighlight that taxation policy is a factor of social fairness in this transition and to put in place fiscal incentives that encourage the development of a circular economy and boost quality job creation, such as reducing or lifting taxation on labour and renewable resources, including labour, and differentiating VAT rates in accordance with the waste hierarchy, and making efficient use of EU funding.
Amendment 59 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 8 a (new)
Paragraph 8 a (new)
8a. Highlights that a transition towards a sustainable and circular economy should combine ambitious environmental goals with strong social requirements, including the promotion of decent work, healthy and safe working conditions (i.e.: ensure that workers are not exposed to harmful substances at their workplace).
Amendment 62 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 8 b (new)
Paragraph 8 b (new)
8b. Calls on the European Commission that social and environmental consideration in public procurement procedures should be ensured, which is vital to promote sustainable development and the transition to a circular economy.