Activities of Christian EHLER related to 2021/2255(INI)
Plenary speeches (2)
The new European Bauhaus (debate)
The new European Bauhaus (debate)
Reports (1)
REPORT on the New European Bauhaus
Amendments (34)
Amendment 39 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital B
Recital B
B. whereas the EU has been responding to the challenges of environmental degradation, climate change and the increasing scarcity of natural resources with far-reaching and ambitious political endeavours such as the European Green Deal, which is driving the quest for renewal and innovation; recalls that, as the ‘soul’ of the European Green Deal, the New European Bauhaus aims to address Europe's spatial and environmental needs in a transdisciplinary, sustainable, inclusive, secure, cultural and aesthetic way; whereas the participation of citizens, professionals, civil society, organisations, institutions and authorities on all levels is vital in achieving the NEB goals;
Amendment 57 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital C
Recital C
C. whereas culture is a strategic sector for the EU which helps to bolster its economy, to enable us to live better together and to build democratic, sustainable, inclusive and free societies, and yet has been one of the areas hardest hit by the pandemic;
Amendment 65 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital D
Recital D
D. whereas architecture, urban and territorial planning, design, the arts, sociology and engineering are complementary and instrumental for building an sustainable and inclusive society; whereas it is important to use an integrated, multilevel and participatory approach in this regard in order to create innovative and space-efficient solutions in line with our green and digital transition;
Amendment 76 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital E
Recital E
E. whereas building a better future starts with quality education and training; whereas access to quality education is a fundamental right that needs to be available to every individual; notes that the New European Bauhaus needs to address the issue of accessibility of online learning opportunities to all individuals, including adjusting necessary infrastructure for broadband internet in all areas, such as remote, less populated, rural, peripheral, insular and mountainous areas;
Amendment 77 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital E
Recital E
E. whereas building a better future starts with quality education and training; whereas access to quality education is a fundamental right; whereas a high-quality built environment is the result of the work of skilled professionals in the construction sector and creative and cultural industries;
Amendment 90 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital E b (new)
Recital E b (new)
Eb. whereas the Union’s strategic autonomy rests on its ability to lead technological, environmentally sustainable economic and social progress; whereas this depends on its ability to excel in education, research and innovation - often referred to as the ‘knowledge triangle’;
Amendment 91 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital F
Recital F
F. whereas cultural heritage is increasingly impacted by climate change and environmental degradation, causing damage to historical and cultural landmarks in all areas; whereas the New European Bauhaus must be used to restore, adapt and protect it for the future, including also safety measures that will protect citizens living in all regions;
Amendment 99 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital F a (new)
Recital F a (new)
Fa. whereas the Renovation Wave strategy aims to double the rate of building renovation in Europe, aiming at the renovation of more than 35 million buildings and the creation of up to 160 000 jobs in the construction sector;
Amendment 136 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2 a (new)
Paragraph 2 a (new)
2a. Underlines the potential that the New European Bauhaus has; encourages the Commission to organise consultations among citizens and institutions to help achieve full implementation of the initiative in Member States and enable better local, regional and national cooperation that will strengthen social and territorial cohesion and assist in carrying out projects that embody NEB objectives; recalls the importance of respecting geographical balance in this regard;
Amendment 141 #
3. Recognises the NEB as a creative and interdisciplinary initiative which brings together architecture, design, the arts and science at the forefront of EU policies for the first time, making the European Green Deal a tangible, positive and inclusive experience for all; emphasises the importance of cooperation of all relevant actors in this field; underlines that for true progress and visible impact, the New European Bauhaus also needs to also protect citizens against natural disasters by including a safety component in its objectives; notes that this will enable new and innovative ways of building and guarantee usage of high-quality and resilient building materials;
Amendment 162 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4 a (new)
Paragraph 4 a (new)
4a. Acknowledges that, by translating the values of the original Bauhaus to today’s challenges, the NEB aspires to create a cultural movement that contributes to a smarter, more sustainable and more enjoyable living environment;
Amendment 182 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. CWelcomes the innovative and integrated approach that the NEB advocates by proposing the efficient use of space, the restoration and valorisation of historical and cultural heritage, smart energy and environmental solutions; considers that this innovative cultural movement has the potential to position Europe as a global frontrunner in the area of architecture, design, culture, technology and energy efficiency by promoting ways of living better together, which can also be applied beyond the EU;
Amendment 206 #
Motion for a resolution
Subheading 2 a (new)
Subheading 2 a (new)
Acknowledges that NEB has the potential to contribute to the post-war restoration of cities, societies and economy
Amendment 221 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7 a (new)
Paragraph 7 a (new)
7a. Calls on the Commission and Member States to hold regular consultations on the implementation of the New European Bauhaus that will serve as exchanges of good practices and meeting points to raise important issues and suggest improvements that will allow the initiative to extend its reach;
Amendment 237 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8 – indent 1
Paragraph 8 – indent 1
- supporting the implementation of key policies; (e.g. Green Deal, environmental, industrial, social and cultural policies);
Amendment 246 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8 – indent 3
Paragraph 8 – indent 3
- creating new jobs and business opportunities and adding economic value;
Amendment 248 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8 – indent 3 a (new)
Paragraph 8 – indent 3 a (new)
- protecting the environment and diverse cultural and natural landscapes,
Amendment 249 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8 – indent 3 b (new)
Paragraph 8 – indent 3 b (new)
- contributing to the circularity and sustainability of the European economy
Amendment 252 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8 – indent 4
Paragraph 8 – indent 4
- securing accessibility and affordabil, inclusiveness, affordability and diversity;
Amendment 253 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8 – indent 4
Paragraph 8 – indent 4
- securing accessibility, security and affordability;
Amendment 257 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8 – indent 5
Paragraph 8 – indent 5
- promoting the participation and connection of EU citizens;
Amendment 274 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8 a (new)
Paragraph 8 a (new)
8a. Calls on the Commission to define and develop a New European Bauhaus evidence-based design methodology to ensure the processes of transforming spaces, buildings, cities and territories are based on scientific research to achieve the best possible outcomes; underlines that the design decisions in NEB projects shall be based on relevant and reliable data and the physical and psychological effects of the built environment shall be measured; underlines that researchers can use the data for assessments and proof of concept evaluations and a New European Bauhaus evidence-based design methodology should promote interdisciplinary and cross-sectoral research and innovation;
Amendment 279 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9
Paragraph 9
9. Calls on the Commission to make a structured programme and implement the principles of the NEB as an integral part ofin all relevant future legislation and EU policies; encourages Member States to also implement the New European Bauhaus initiative in their national policies;
Amendment 309 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 12
Paragraph 12
12. CNotes that the objectives of the New European Bauhaus cannot be carried out without proper funding; calls on the Commission to table a proposal as soon as possible to make the NEB an EU programme by the next MFF; insists that this will require fresh resources with a dedicated and stable budget line; underlines that this new programme must not reduce funding for other programmes nor divert focus from their agreed political priorities;
Amendment 314 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13
Paragraph 13
13. Calls on the Commission to develop a clear plan for attracting public and private investment; encourages the Member States to allocate adequate funding to the NEB through their recovery and resilience plans and the European structural and investment funds; underlines the NEB initiative also must focus on supporting the creating of spaces and buildings which facilitates entrepreneurship and strengthen the relationship between entrepreneurs and investors especially with the focus on women entrepreneurship;
Amendment 321 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13
Paragraph 13
13. Calls on the Commission to develop a clear plan for attracting public and private investment, with a particular focus on promoting female leadership in venture capital and start-ups; encourages the Member States to allocate adequate funding to the NEB through their recovery and resilience plans and the European structural and investment funds;
Amendment 346 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. Believes that the NEB movement should promote more sustainable, socially inclusive and innovative ways of life based on new models of planning, constructing and inhabiting our built environment in order to suit emerging needs and help to ensure decentquality housing for all;
Amendment 384 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 18
Paragraph 18
18. Highlights that the NEB could support energy security and efficiency by encouraging investment and incentivising low-tech, low-energy solutions and by focussing on low carbon materials and solutions, and could facilitate the digital transition by improving connectivity to mitigate the digital divide; underlines the importance of the NEB fighting energy poverty through innovative solutions for the building, construction, industrial and materials sectors;
Amendment 397 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 18 d (new)
Paragraph 18 d (new)
18d. Stresses that the NEB is an opportunity to rethink and improve accessibility in our cities and buildings; encourages this initiative to reflect and incorporate concrete accessibility criteria in projects as a requirement, applying real legislation; calls for incorporating the perspective of people with disabilities in the inclusivity dimension of this initiative;
Amendment 448 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 21 a (new)
Paragraph 21 a (new)
21a. Supports the creation of an annual NEB festival and awards; calls for synergies with other relevant European awards and events;
Amendment 450 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 21 b (new)
Paragraph 21 b (new)
21b. calls for making 2023 the ‘European Year of NEB’;
Amendment 465 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 23 a (new)
Paragraph 23 a (new)
23a. Encourages all European innovation and research centres, in particular the EIT , to put their expertise at the service of NEB implementation; by directing EIT and its Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs), the Climate Kic and the Creative Industries KIC in particular, to serve NEB objectives, capitalising on its topical expertise and relevant capacities substantiated in the EIT ecosystem;
Amendment 482 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 25
Paragraph 25
25. Calls on the Commission to create a publicly accessible database of NEB projects to make the results of the initiative more visible and to further develop the NEB based on best practices; encourages the Commission to hold regular meetings with representatives from Member States and partner countries in order to further improve the initiative;
Amendment 491 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 26 a (new)
Paragraph 26 a (new)
26a. Welcomes the NEB Prize and the NEB Festival and all events related to it; highlights the importance of organising various events across Europe in order to reach more citizens and raise awareness of the initiative; encourages local, regional, national and European cooperation in this regard;