12 Amendments of Richard SEEBER related to 2011/0401(COD)
Amendment 54 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 25
Recital 25
(25) The European Commission does not explicitly solicit the use of human embryonic stem cells. The use of human stem cells, be they adult or embryonic, if any, depends on the judgement of the scientists in view of the objectives they want to achieve and is subject to stringent Ethics Review. No project involving the useStem cell therapies have shown their added value in some cases, especially regenerative medicine. In particular stem cell from the umbilical cord and adult stem cells are already led to established treatment. Therefore the Union should continue to support such research. Priority should be given to explore existing or future alternatives to research ofn human embryonic stem cells should be funded that does not obtain the necessary approvals from the Member States. No activity should be funded that is forbidden in all Member States. No activity should be funded in a Member State where such activity is forbidden, in particular, stem cells from the umbilical cord, induced pluripotent stem cells and adult stem cells.
Amendment 63 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 30
Recital 30
(30) Horizon 2020 should promote cooperation with third countries based on common interest and mutual benefit. International cooperation in science, technology and innovation should be targeted to contribute to achieving the Europe 2020 objectives to strengthen competitiveness, contribute to tackling societal challenges and support Union external and development policies, including by developing synergies with external programmes and contributing to the Union's international commitments such as the achievement of Millennium Development Goals and the RIO+20 targets.
Amendment 157 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part II Priority 'Industrial leadership' – point a
Annex I – part II Priority 'Industrial leadership' – point a
(a) Leadership in enabling and industrial technologies shall provide dedicated support for research, development and demonstration on ICT, nanotechnology, advanced materials, eco-innovation, biotechnology, advanced manufacturing and processing and space. Emphasis will be placed on interactions and convergence across and between the different technologies.
Amendment 162 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part III Priority 'Societal Challenges' – paragraph 1 – point e
Annex I – part III Priority 'Societal Challenges' – paragraph 1 – point e
(e) Climate and water action, resource efficiency and raw materials;
Amendment 177 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part II – point 1 – paragraph 8 'An integrated approach to Key Enabling Technologies'
Annex I – part II – point 1 – paragraph 8 'An integrated approach to Key Enabling Technologies'
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 and eco- innovation22 . 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 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 220 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part II – point 1.6 a (new)
Annex I – part II – point 1.6 a (new)
1.6 a. Eco-innovation Specific objective for eco-innovation The specific objective of eco-innovation is to foster an innovative European industry and innovation community which targetly creates new products, processes and services that deliver green growth and environmental benefits and which is recognized to be a world-leader. The aim is to increase resource-efficiency, reduction of environmental impacts, preventing (water) pollution and / or achieving a more efficient, effective and responsible use of natural resources. Rationale and Union added value Industrial leadership in eco-innovation will lead to improved environmental performance and resilience across the economy being at the same time cost- effective and good for business and society, from rural to urban citizens, as a whole. The global market (2020) for eco- industries is rapidly expanding and this EU business sector is already growing rapidly: EU eco-industries are often world leaders. Horizon 2020 needs to build on this. Eco-innovation needs to permeate all sectors of the economy and society, providing the basis for a significant competitive advantage for Europe to face up to the challenge of sustainability. Therefore eco-innovation is a key enabling technology. Eco-industries are marked by the presence of large numbers of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). These firms account for approximately half of the total employment. Hence, SMEs in partnership with larger industry-partners must play an increasing role in innovating new technologies and solutions and in implementing them. Key sources of innovations are at the interface between eco-innovation and other enabling technologies, to start with ICT (monitoring and sensoring) and nanotechnologies. Broad lines of the activities Eco-innovation is any form of innovation resulting in or aiming at significant and demonstrable progress towards the goal of sustainable development, through reducing impacts on the environment, enhancing resilience to environmental pressures, or achieving a more efficient and responsible use of natural resources. Eco-innovation activities focus on sustainable innovations in and across the following fields: a) Green energy supply b) Energy Efficiency c) Material Efficiency d) Green mobility e) Water f) Waste
Amendment 243 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part III – point 1.1 – paragraph 3
Annex I – part III – point 1.1 – paragraph 3
Chronic conditions such as cardiovascular disease (CVD), cancer, diabetes, neurological and mental health disorders, overweight and obesity, infertility disorders and various functional limitations are major causes of disability, ill-health and premature death, and present considerable social and economic costs.
Amendment 300 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part III – point 1.3 – paragraph 5 a (new)
Annex I – part III – point 1.3 – paragraph 5 a (new)
In order to meet the challenges for the future of the need for European water actions, appropriate Union funding should be allocated for research and innovation activities in the area of water innovation. To this end, part of the total budget of Horizon 2020 (during 2014- 2020) should be allocated for this societal challenge.
Amendment 349 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part III – point 5 – title
Annex I – part III – point 5 – title
5. Climate and water action, resource efficiency and raw materials
Amendment 352 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part III – point 5.1 – introductory paragraph
Annex I – part III – point 5.1 – introductory paragraph
The specific objective is to achieve a resource efficient and climate change resilient economy and a sustainable supply of raw materials and water, in order to meet the needs of a growing global population within the sustainable limits of the planet's natural resources. Activities will contribute to increasing European competitiveness and improving well being, whilst assuring environmental integrity and sustainability, keeping average global warming below 2 °C and enabling ecosystems and society to adapt to climate change.
Amendment 354 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part III – point 5.1 – paragraph 3 a (new)
Annex I – part III – point 5.1 – paragraph 3 a (new)
There is an urgent need for integrated water system innovations in Europe. Europe faces an ageing water infrastructure (both waste water and drinking water supply), increased water shortages, higher risks of urban flooding, water pollution and a growing and more specific water demand from agriculture, industries and urban population. To meet the societal challenges (guarantee affordable good quality water for all, to provide the right water at the right quality at the right price for industry/ agriculture and to minimize pollution) requires Europe to invest in innovative water system transitions.
Amendment 366 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part III – point 5.3 – point b – paragraph 1 a (new)
Annex I – part III – point 5.3 – point b – paragraph 1 a (new)
(ba) Ensuring action to safeguard the sustainable transition, management and use of water resources and water services. The aim is to improve an innovative knowledge base on (transitions in) water supply, water purification, closing the water cycle, energy /raw material recovery and improving end-user engagement/behaviour to meet future needs.