9 Amendments of Vincenzo SOFO related to 2020/0035(COD)
Amendment 13 #
Proposal for a decision
Recital 4
Recital 4
(4) In line with the objectives set out in the Commission Communication on the European Green Deal, tThere is a need to transform the Union economy and to rethink policies, in particular in the field of transport and mobility, which implies accelerating the shift to sustainable and smart mobility. Transport accounts for a quarter of the Union’s greenhouse gas emissions, and still growing. To achieve climate neutrality, a 90% reduction in transport emissions is needed by 2050must be reduced. Achieving sustainable transport means putting users first and providing them with more affordable, accessible, healthier and cleaner alternatives to their current mobility habits. The European Green Deal implies to accelerate the shift to sustainable and smart mobility to address these challenges. In particular, a substantial part of the 75% of inland freight carried today by road should shift onto rail and inland waterways, a process to be encouraged by improvements to the logistical efficiency of networks and the introduction of incentives for operators in the sector.
Amendment 19 #
Proposal for a decision
Recital 6
Recital 6
(6) By connecting the Union’s main transport routes with its peripterritories, including at regional and local level, the rail regions and territories, the rail sector contributes to social, economic and territorial cohesion. The creation of a functional rail network covering the whole of Europe can be an opportunity to enhance political cohesion at a time when the EU, in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis, needs specific objectives and measures that foster the development of collective, shared and integrated mobility. The European Year of Rail should also be an opportunity to promote awareness of the capacity of the rail sector to prevent local communities, mountain and coastal regions and border areas from becoming isolated and foster greater integration with urban and regional areas, protecting the environment and promoting social inclusion.
Amendment 49 #
Proposal for a decision
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) highlight the European, cross- border dimension of rail, that brings citizens closer together, allows them to explore the Union in all its diversity, fosters cohesion and contributes to integrate the Union internal market; Particular attention and support must also be given to the regional and local dimension, including rural, mountain, island and border areas, where local rail networks and small stations address social and mobility needs, generating a high degree of added value which outweighs their poor economic performance. At regional level, emphasis must be placed on the importance of rail freight transport, which has proved crucial, for example, in the current health emergency, as a mode of transport which is fundamental to environmental sustainability and safety.
Amendment 58 #
Proposal for a decision
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point c
(c) enhance the contribution of rail to Union economy, industry and society, covering in particular aspects related to regional development, industrial competitivenesscluding on a cross-border basis, the industrial transition, sustainable tourism, innovation, employment, education, youth and culture, and improving accessibility for persons with disabilitiethe elderly, the disadvantaged and persons with disabilities and enhancing mobility for huge numbers of commuters;
Amendment 67 #
Proposal for a decision
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point d
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point d
(d) contributes to promoting railways as an important element of the relations between the Union and its neighbouring countries, in particular in the Western Balkans, building on the interest and needs in partner countries, such as those in the Western Balkans, Norway, the United Kingdom and Switzerland, and on the Union’s expertise in rail transport.
Amendment 75 #
Proposal for a decision
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
(aa) The European Year of Rail must be an opportunity not only to hold large- scale national events in the major cities, but also to involve regional and local authorities in planning and designing projects to modernise and digitalise rail infrastructure. In particular, regions where tourism and local economic development could benefit greatly from sustainable, modern and electrified rail services must be involved.
Amendment 87 #
Proposal for a decision
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point d
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point d
(d) the undertaking of studies and innovative activities and the dissemination of their results on a European or nat, national and regional scale; and
Amendment 99 #
Proposal for a decision
Article 4 – paragraph 1
Article 4 – paragraph 1
The organisation of participation in the European Year at national level is a responsibility of the Member States. To that end, Member States shall appoint national coordinators. The national coordinators shall ensure the coordination of relevant activities at national level agreed with regional and local authorities.
Amendment 107 #
Proposal for a decision
Article 5 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1
Article 5 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1
The Commission shall convene regular meetings of stakeholders and representatives of organisations or bodies active in the field of rail transport, including existing transnational networks andand transregional networks and specifically relevant NGOs, as well as of youth organisations and communities, to assist it in implementing the European Year at Union level.