Activities of Konrad SZYMAŃSKI
Plenary speeches (268)
Human rights in the world 2008 and the EU's policy on the matter (debate)
Equal treatment of persons irrespective of religion or belief, disability, age or sexual orientation (debate)
The state of transatlantic relations in the aftermath of the US elections (debate)
Bi-annual evaluation of the EU-Belarus dialogue (debate)
Eastern Partnership (debate)
Croatia: progress report 2008 - Turkey: progress report 2008 - Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia: progress report 2008 (debate)
Annual Report (2007) on the main aspects and basic choices of the CFSP - European Security Strategy and ESDP - The role of NATO in the security architecture of the EU (debate)
The review of the European Neighbourhood Policy Instrument (debate)
The review of the European Neighbourhood Policy Instrument (debate)
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Resettlement of Guantánamo prisoners - Alleged use of European countries by the CIA for the transport and illegal detention of prisoners (debate)
Consequences of the recent gas crisis - Second Strategic Energy Review - Challenge of energy efficiency through information and communication technologies (debate)
Presentation of the Czech Presidency's programme (debate)
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The situation of fundamental rights in the European Union (2004-2008) - European area of freedom, security and justice (debate)
Preparation of the European Council (11-12 December 2008) (debate)
European Council meeting (15-16 October 2008) (debate)
EU-Russia relations (debate)
Democracy, Human Rights and the new Partnership and Cooperation Agreement EU/Vietnam (debate)
Applicable law in matrimonial matters – Amendment of regulation as regards jurisdiction and introducing rules concerning applicable law in matrimonial matters (debate)
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Preparation of the European Council, including the situation of the global financial system (continuation of debate)
Situation in Belarus (debate)
Preparation of the EU-India Summit (Marseille, 29/09/08) (debate)
Combating terrorism - Protection of personal data (debate)
Evaluation of EU sanctions as part of the EU's actions and policies in the area of human rights (debate)
Situation in Georgia (debate)
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The Commission's 2007 enlargement strategy paper (debate)
Environmental impact of the planned gas pipeline in the Baltic Sea to link up Russia and Germany (debate)
Stabilisation of Afghanistan: challenges for the EU and the international community (debate)
Preparation of the European Council following the Irish referendum (debate)
Common standards and procedures in Member States for returning illegally staying third-country nationals (A6-0339/2007, Manfred Weber) (vote)
Internal market in electricity - Conditions for access to the network for cross-border exchanges in electricity - Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators - Towards a European Charter on the Rights of Energy Consumers (debate)
The Barcelona Process: Union for the Mediterranean (debate)
Turkey's 2007 progress report (debate)
Natural disaster in China (debate)
Global treaty to ban uranium weapons (debate)
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Deterioration of the situation in Georgia (debate)
Human Rights in the World 2007 and the EU's policy on the matter - EU Election Observation Missions (debate)
Negotiations between the European Union and the United States with regard to visa exemptions (debate)
China's policy and its effects on Africa (debate)
Lebanon (debate)
Croatia: 2007 progress report - Progress Report on the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (debate)
Situation in Tibet (debate)
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Preparation of the European Council (Brussels, 13-14 March 2008) (debate)
The European Union's role in Iraq (debate)
European Institute of Innovation and Technology (debate)
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Treaty of Lisbon (debate)
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Kosovo (debate)
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Debate on the future of Europe (debate)
Freedom, security and justice (annual debate) (Articles 2 and 39 TEU) (debate)
Situation in Iran (debate)
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Situation in Kenya (debate)
Multiannual framework for the Fundamental Rights Agency for 2007-2012 (debate)
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EU/China summit - EU/China human rights dialogue (debate)
Annual report of the European Union on Human Rights (debate)
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Approval by the European Parliament of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union (debate)
EU-Russia summit (vote)
Commission legislative programme and work programme for 2008 (debate)
EU-Russia Summit (debate)
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Taxation and customs policies and the Lisbon Strategy (debate)
Results of the informal summit of heads of state and government (Lisbon, 18-19 October 2007) (debate)
2008 draft general budget: Section III – 2008 draft general budget: Sections I, II, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII and IX (debate)
Preparation of the informal summit of heads of state and government (Lisbon, 18/19 October 2007)
Secret detentions and unlawful inter-state transfers involving member states of the Council of Europe (reports Fava and Marty) (debate)
Implementation of the Council decision on the moratorium against death penalty (debate)
European Institute of Technology (debate)
Towards a common European foreign policy on energy (debate)
Fight against terrorism (debate)
Convening of the Intergovernmental Conference: opinion of the European Parliament (debate)
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Modernising labour law to meet the challenges of the 21st century (continuation of debate)
Internal gas and electricity market (debate)
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Conclusions of the G8 meeting - MDGs at the Midway Point (debate)
Preparations for the European Council (21 to 22 June) and the situation with regard to the revision of the Treaties (debate)
Roadmap for the European Union's constitutional process (debate)
Debate on the future of Europe (debate)
Global Europe - External aspects of competitiveness (debate)
Estonia (debate)
Transatlantic relations (debate)
Homophobia in Europe (debate)
Homophobia in Europe (debate)
Advanced therapy medicinal products (debate)
Prospects for the EU's Common Foreign Policy in 2007, including the deployment of anti-missile defence systems in Europe by the United States (debate)
Follow-up to the Berlin declaration (debate)
Transportation and illegal detention of prisoners (debate)
Preparations for the European Council (8-9 March 2007) (debate)
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Enlargement strategy and main challenges 2006-2007 – The institutional aspects of the European Union’s capacity to integrate the new Member States (debate)
Russia-EU Summit (vote)
Financing instrument for development cooperation – A financing instrument for cooperation with industrialised and other high-income countries and territories (debate)
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European Chemicals Agency – Amendment of Directive 67/548/EEC on dangerous substances (debate)
Russia-EU summit (debate)
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The implementation of the European Security Strategy in the context of the ESDP (continuation of debate)
Legislative and work programme of the Commission for 2007 (debate)
Legislative and work programme of the Commission for 2007 (debate)
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Moldova (Transnistria), Georgia (South Ossetia) (debate)
Posting of workers (debate)
Establishment, operation and use of SIS II (regulation) – Establishment, operation and use of SIS II (decision) – Access to SIS II by the services responsible for issuing vehicle registration certificates (debate)
Turkey's progress towards accession (debate)
Healthcare workers and blood-borne infections due to needlestick injuries (vote)
Extraordinary rendition (debate)
European Council report and Commission statement: European Council meeting (Brussels, 15-16 June 2006) – Statement by the Presidency-in-Office of the Council: Work of the Austrian Presidency
European Council (Brussels, 15-16 June 2006) (debate)
Debate on the future of Europe with the participation of the Belgian Prime Minister, Member of the European Council (debate)
EU-US Transatlantic Partnership Agreement – EU-US economic relations (debate)
Financing instrument for development and economic cooperation – European Neighbourhood and Partnership Instrument – Instrument for Stability – Instrument for Pre-Accession Assistance (IPA) (debate)
Progress report on the accession of Bulgaria and Romania (debate)
Elections in Belarus (debate)
Guidelines for Member States’ employment policies – Broad economic policy guidelines for 2006 (debate)
Monitoring the application of Community law (2003-2004) - Better lawmaking 2004: application of the principle of subsidiarity - The implementation consequences and impact of the internal market legislation in force - Strategy for the simplification of the regulatory environment (debate)
Belarus – the political situation after the elections (debate)
Security of energy supply in the European Union (debate)
2005 enlargement strategy paper (debate)
Free movement of workers and transition periods (debate)
Confrontation between Iran and the international community (debate)
Belarus in the run-up to the presidential elections on 19 March (debate)
Globalisation and the internal market (debate)
Presentation of the programme of the Austrian Presidency
European Neighbourhood Policy
Security of energy supplies, particularly gas
Homophobia in Europe
Preparation for the next informal European Council
Opening of negotiations with Turkey - Additional Protocol to the EEC-Turkey Association Agreement
Belarus
Competitiveness of audiovisual and information services: protection of minors and human dignity
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Relations between the EU, China and Taiwan and security in the Far East
The political situation in Belarus: student protests and the independence of the media
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Human rights in the world 2004 and the EU's policy
Discrimination against workers and companies from the new Member States in the EU internal market
Constitution for Europe
Voting time
Turkey's progress towards accession
World Aids Day
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European Council of 4 and 5 November 2004
Result of the referendum and elections in Belarus
Situation in Belarus
European single market for electronic communications (A7-0190/2014 - Pilar del Castillo Vera)
Uniform rules and procedure for the resolution of credit institutions and certain investment firms in the framework of a Single Resolution Mechanism and a Single Bank Resolution Fund: outcome of the negotiations (debate)
A 2030 framework for climate and energy policies (A7-0047/2014 - Anne Delvaux, Konrad Szymański) (vote)
A 2030 framework for climate and energy policies (A7-0047/2014 - Anne Delvaux, Konrad Szymański) (vote)
A 2030 framework for climate and energy policies (debate)
A 2030 framework for climate and energy policies (debate)
Non-discrimination in the framework of sexual and reproductive health and rights (debate)
Common rules and procedures for the implementation of the Union's instruments for external action - Instrument for stability - Financing instrument for the promotion of democracy and human rights worldwide - Partnership instrument for cooperation with third countries - Establishing a financing instrument for development cooperation - European neighbourhood instrument - Instrument for Pre-accession Assistance (debate)
Commission work programme 2014 (debate)
Horizon 2020 - framework programme for research and innovation (2014-2020) - Rules for the participation and dissemination in Horizon 2020 - Specific programme implementing Horizon 2020 - Strategic innovation agenda of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology - European Institute of Innovation and Technology (debate)
Assessment of the effects of certain public and private projects on the environment (continuation of debate)
Making the internal energy market work - Micro-generation (debate)
Reforming the structure of the EU banking sector (A7-0231/2013 - Arlene McCarthy)
Situation of Syrian refugees in neighbouring countries (debate)
EU Charter: standard settings for media freedom across the EU (A7-0117/2013 - Renate Weber)
Timing of auctions of greenhouse gas allowances (debate)
Timing of auctions of greenhouse gas allowances (debate)
Energy roadmap 2050 (debate)
EU-Iraq partnership and cooperation agreement (debate)
Annual report on human rights and democracy in the world 2011 and the European Union's policy on the matter - EU's human rights strategy (debate)
New EU-Russia agreement (debate)
Creation of unitary patent protection - Unitary patent protection - Jurisdictional system for patent disputes (debate)
Environmental impacts of shale gas and shale oil extraction activities - Industrial, energy and other aspects of shale gas and oil (debate)
Environmental impacts of shale gas and shale oil extraction activities - Industrial, energy and other aspects of shale gas and oil (debate)
Environmental impacts of shale gas and shale oil extraction activities - Industrial, energy and other aspects of shale gas and oil (debate)
Environmental impacts of shale gas and shale oil extraction activities - Industrial, energy and other aspects of shale gas and oil (debate)
Multiannual financial framework for the years 2014-2020 - Own resource based on the value added tax (debate)
Intergovernmental agreements between Member States and third countries in the field of energy (debate)
Energy efficiency (debate)
Commission Question Time
Commission Question Time
Alleged transportation and illegal detention of prisoners in European countries by the CIA (debate)
Alleged transportation and illegal detention of prisoners in European countries by the CIA (debate)
Alleged transportation and illegal detention of prisoners in European countries by the CIA (debate)
Annual human rights report (debate)
Common system for taxing financial transactions (debate)
A resource-efficient Europe (debate)
Human rights in the world and the European Union's policy on the matter (debate)
One-minute speeches (Rule 150)
Competitive low-carbon economy in 2050 (debate)
Situation in Nigeria (debate)
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Follow-up to the Durban climate change conference (debate)
Situation in Yemen, Bahrain, Syria and Egypt (debate)
State aid guidelines concerning energy-intensive industries (debate)
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Rio+20 earth summit (debate)
Epilepsy (written declaration): see Minutes
Economic crisis and the euro (debate)
State of play of the Middle East peace process (debate)
Energy market integrity and transparency (debate)
Situation in the Arab world and North Africa - Situation in Yemen - Situation in Syria (continuation of debate)
A new Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) for a competitive, sustainable and inclusive Europe (debate)
EU-Russia summit (debate)
Migration flows and asylum and their impact on Schengen (debate)
Nuclear safety 25 years after the Chernobyl disaster (debate)
Lessons to be drawn for nuclear safety in Europe following the nuclear accident in Japan
Conclusions of the European Council meeting (24-25 March 2011) (debate)
Preparation for the European Council meeting (24-25 March 2011) (debate)
2010 progress report on Turkey (debate)
Securing Europe’s supply of rare earth elements (debate)
Possibility of using gas from alternative sources in Europe (debate)
Preparation for the European Council meeting (4 February 2011) (debate)
A sustainable EU policy for the High North (debate)
Situation of Christians in the context of freedom of religion (debate)
Violation of freedom of expression and discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation in Lithuania (debate)
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Human rights in the world 2009 and EU policy on the matter (debate)
Outcome of the NATO Summit in Lisbon (debate)
Fundamental rights in the European Union (2009) - Effective implementation after the entry into force of the Treaty of Lisbon (debate)
Energy Efficiency Action Plan (debate)
A new Energy Strategy for Europe 2011 - 2020 (A7-0313/2010, Lena Kolarska-Bobińska) (vote)
Iraq - in particular, the death penalty (including the case of Tariq Aziz) and attacks against Christian communities
A new Energy Strategy for Europe 2011 - 2020 (debate)
State aid to facilitate the closure of uncompetitive coal mines (debate)
Parliament's position on the 2011 draft budget as modified by the Council - all sections - Draft amending budget No 3/2010: Section III - Commission - BAM (Banana Accompanying Measures) (debate)
EU cohesion and regional policy after 2013 - Future of the European Social Fund (debate)
EU action on oil exploration and extraction in Europe (debate)
Future allocation of the European Neighbourhood and Partnership Instrument (ENPI) for the cross-border cooperation programmes (CBC) budget (debate)
Security of gas supply (debate)
Protection of animals used for scientific purposes (debate)
Discrimination of same-sex married or in civil-partnership couples (debate)
Oil exploration and extraction - risks, liability and regulation (debate)
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Implementation of the synergies of research and innovation earmarked funds in Regulation (EC) No 1080/2006 concerning the European Fund of Regional Development and the Seventh Framework Programme for Research and Development - Delivering a single market to consumers and citizens - Long-term sustainability of public finances for a recovering economy - Contribution of the Cohesion policy to the achievement of Lisbon and the EU 2020 objectives (debate)
Community financial assistance with respect to the decommissioning of Units 1 to 4 of the Kozloduy Nuclear Power Plant in Bulgaria – ‘Kozloduy Programme’ (debate)
Institutional aspects of accession by the European Union to the European Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms - Review Conference of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court in Kampala, Uganda (debate)
Motor Vehicle Block Exemption Regulation (debate)
Preparation for the European Council meeting (25-26 March 2010) (debate)
Investing in Low Carbon Technologies (debate)
Situation of civil society and national minorities in Belarus (debate)
2009 progress report on Croatia - 2009 progress report on the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia - 2009 progress report on Turkey (debate)
Equality between women and men in the European Union — 2009 (debate)
Recent attacks on religious minorities in Egypt and in Malaysia
Outcome of the Copenhagen Summit on climate change (debate)
Belarus (debate)
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Preparation of the Copenhagen Summit on climate change (debate)
Outcome of the European Council on 29 and 30 October 2009 including the mandate and attributions of the President of the European Council and of the High Representative of the Union for the foreign and security policy/Vice-president of the Commission, as well as the structure of the new Commission (debate)
Climate change and developing countries in the framework of the UN Conference on Climate Change in Copenhagen (debate)
Energy security (Nabucco and Desertec) (debate)
Situation in Lithuania following the adoption of the law on protection of minors (debate)
Reports (3)
REPORT Report on the review of the European Neighbourhood and Partnership Instrument PDF (204 KB) DOC (135 KB)
REPORT Report on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council laying down general provisions establishing a European Neighbourhood and Partnership Instrument PDF (1 MB) DOC (1 MB)
REPORT on a 2030 framework for climate and energy policies PDF (377 KB) DOC (227 KB)
Shadow reports (19)
REPORT on the Action Plan for a competitive and sustainable steel industry in Europe PDF (266 KB) DOC (140 KB)
REPORT on reindustrialising Europe to promote competitiveness and sustainability PDF (495 KB) DOC (277 KB)
REPORT on making the internal energy market work PDF (252 KB) DOC (155 KB)
REPORT on the Energy roadmap 2050, a future with energy PDF (368 KB) DOC (254 KB)
REPORT on industrial, energy and other aspects of shale gas and oil PDF (185 KB) DOC (103 KB)
REPORT on the proposal for a decision of the European Parliament and of the Council setting up an information exchange mechanism with regard to intergovernmental agreements between Member States and third countries in the field of energy PDF (360 KB) DOC (416 KB)
REPORT on Engaging in energy policy cooperation with partners beyond our borders: A strategic approach to secure, sustainable and competitive energy supply PDF (281 KB) DOC (204 KB)
REPORT on a competitive digital single market – eGovernment as a spearhead PDF (260 KB) DOC (197 KB)
REPORT on the Annual Report on Human Rights in the World and the European Union’s policy on the matter, including implications for the EU’s strategic human rights policy PDF (418 KB) DOC (261 KB)
REPORT on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council on energy market integrity and transparency PDF (522 KB) DOC (639 KB)
REPORT on an effective raw materials strategy for Europe PDF (392 KB) DOC (284 KB)
REPORT on energy infrastructure priorities for 2020 and beyond PDF (328 KB) DOC (207 KB)
REPORT Report on a sustainable EU policy for the High North PDF (316 KB) DOC (359 KB)
REPORT on Revision of the Energy Efficiency Action Plan PDF (299 KB) DOC (194 KB)
REPORT Report on Towards a new Energy Strategy for Europe 2011-2020 PDF (269 KB) DOC (180 KB)
REPORT Report on Community innovation policy in a changing world PDF (201 KB) DOC (128 KB)
REPORT Report on the proposal for a Council Regulation on Community financial assistance with respect to the decommissioning of Units 1 to 4 of the Kozloduy Nuclear Power Plant in Bulgaria - 'Kozloduy Programme' PDF (337 KB) DOC (410 KB)
REPORT Report on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council concerning measures to safeguard security of gas supply and repealing Directive 2004/67/EC PDF (810 KB) DOC (1 MB)
REPORT Report on a new Digital Agenda for Europe: 2015.eu PDF (1 MB) DOC (1 MB)
Opinions (3)
OPINION on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing a European Neighbourhood Instrument
OPINION on the implementation of EU water legislation, ahead of a necessary overall approach to European water challenges
OPINION on modernisation of public procurement
Shadow opinions (15)
OPINION on local and regional consequences of the development of smart grids
OPINION on the proposal for a directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on the approximation of the laws, regulations and administrative provisions of the Member States concerning the manufacture, presentation and sale of tobacco and related products
OPINION on the implementation and impact of the energy efficiency measures under Cohesion Policy
OPINION on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council on technical roadside inspection of the roadworthiness of commercial vehicles circulating in the Union and repealing Directive 200/30/EC
OPINION on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council on periodic roadworthiness tests for motor vehicles and their trailers and repealing Directive 2009/40/EC
OPINION on the proposal for a decision of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Directive 2003/87/EC clarifying provisions on the timing of auctions of greenhouse gas allowances
OPINION on the proposal for a Council directive laying down requirements for the protection of the health of the general public with regard to radioactive substances in water intended for human consumption
OPINION on the Proposal for a Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on the award of concession contracts
OPINION on the draft Council decision on the conclusion of the Agreement between the European Union and the Government of the Russian Federation on trade in parts and components of motor vehicles between the European Union and the Russian Federation
OPINION on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Decision No 1639/2006/EC establishing a Competitiveness and Innovation Framework Programme (2007-2013) and Regulation (EC) No 680/2007 laying down general rules for the granting of Community financial aid in the field of the trans-European transport and energy networks
OPINION on a resource-efficient Europe
OPINION on the Report 2010 on the implementation of the Cohesion Policy programmes for 2007-2013
OPINION An EU strategy for the Black Sea
OPINION Proposal for a Council regulation on state aid to facilitate the closure of uncompetitive coal mines
OPINION on completing the internal market for e-commerce
Written declarations (7)
Amendments (674)
Amendment 17 #
2013/2177(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital F – point 3
Recital F – point 3
• there is fierce competition from third countries not complying with the same level playing fieldwho are not bound by the EU legal framework;
Amendment 74 #
2013/2177(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7
Paragraph 7
7. Asks the CommissionCalls on the Member States to immediately and fully deploy EU fundingthe necessary resources to reduce the social impact of industrial restructuring;
Amendment 92 #
2013/2177(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Notes that there is a significant gap in industrial energy prices between the EU and its main competitors; recognises that energy prices are the most important cost drivers for the steel industry; believes that the efficient functioning of the single energy market is a necessary precondition if the steel industry is to be supplied by secure and sustainable energy at affordable prices;
Amendment 129 #
2013/2177(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14
Paragraph 14
14. Urges the Commission to reconcile the political goals relating to climate and the environment with the competitiveness of the industry while avoidingand reducing the risks of carbon leakage and relocation;
Amendment 142 #
2013/2177(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 17
Paragraph 17
17. Considers that trade negotiations should follow a reciprocalbe undertaken to promote the economic and strategic interests of the Union and its Member States, an approach under which considerations such as access to new markets, access to raw materials, risk of carbon leakages, the level playing field and leakages of know-how are taken into account;
Amendment 164 #
2013/2177(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 23
Paragraph 23
23. Notes that the widespread dissemination of breakthrough technologies is essential for compliance with the CO2 reduction pathway envisaged in the 2050 Roadmapimproving efficiency and reducing production costs; welcomes the objective of the ULCOS programme, namely to identify and develop innovative ultra-low carbon steelmaking technologies;
Amendment 9 #
2013/2152(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Citation 6 a (new)
Citation 6 a (new)
- having regard to its recommendation to the Council of 13 June 2013 on the draft EU Guidelines on the Promotion and Protection of Freedom of Religion or Belief;
Amendment 29 #
2013/2152(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital D
Recital D
D. whereas the uprisings in the Arab world prompted the European Union to acknowledge the failure of past policies and to commit to a ‘more for more’ approach in the Review of the Neighbourhood Policy, based on a commitment to ‘adapt levels of EU support to partners according to progress on political reforms and building deep democracy’, including free and fair elections, freedom of association, expression and assembly, a free press and media, and the rule of law administered by an independent judiciary; underlines that the concept of 'deep democracy' should also fully integrate the fundamental right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion;
Amendment 162 #
2013/2152(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 32
Paragraph 32
32. Welcomes the European Commission's decision to place the rule of law at the heart of the enlargement process; urges the EU to remain vigilant during the enlargement processes and to demand rigorous implementation of provisions critical to human rights, such as protection of the rights of persons belonging to national minorities, establishing the rule of law and effective access to justice, and guaranteeing fundamental freedoms, among which in particular those of expression, thought, conscience and religion, assembly and association;
Amendment 182 #
2013/2152(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 36
Paragraph 36
36. Welcomes the new EU approach aimed at strengthening the partnership between the EU and the countries and societies of its Neighbourhood, based on mutual accountability and shared commitment to the universal values of human rights, democracy and the rule of law; supports the ‘more for more’ approach which should provide greater support to partners engaged in building deep and sustainable democracy and protecting human rights, with particular reference to the key-rights to freedom of expression, freedom of thought, conscience and religion, freedom of assembly and freedom of association; calls on the EEAS and the Commission to ensure the efficient and transparent implementation of this approach, giving due consideration to Parliament's reports;
Amendment 187 #
2013/2152(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 37
Paragraph 37
37. Notes with concern the fragile state of democratic processes and the deterioration of human rights and fundamental freedoms in many Neighbourhood countries; emphasises that good governance, the freedom of association, expression, thought, conscience and religion and assembly, a free press and free media, the rule of law and an independent judiciary are essential for underpinning democratic transitions; recognises the key role of civil society in building public support for democratic reforms in the Neighbourhood countries;
Amendment 234 #
2013/2152(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 48
Paragraph 48
48. Calls attention also to the trapped transitions in countries where reform movements and transitional processes have been stopped or put down by the ruling regime; calls on the EU to continue its efforts to persuade the ruling elites in these countries, as well as in other countries of concern still under authoritarian rule, to initiate a reform process to develop strong and stable democracies in which the rule of law, human rights and fundamental freedoms are upheld; and in particular the key ones, freedom of expression, freedom of thought, conscience and religion, freedom of assembly and freedom of association;
Amendment 265 #
2013/2152(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 53
Paragraph 53
53. Expresses its deepest concern regarding the deteriorating human rights situation in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) and calls on the DPRK to engage in a meaningful dialogue on human rights with the European Union; calls on the DPRK to put an end to extrajudicial killings and enforced disappearances, to release political prisoners and to allow its citizens to travel freely, both within and outside the country; calls on the DPRK to allow free expression and press freedom for national and international media, the full respect of the right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion, and to allow its citizens uncensored access to the internet;
Amendment 316 #
2013/2152(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 73
Paragraph 73
73. Stresses that the right to freedom of thought, conscience, and religion or belief, as encapsulated in Article 18 of the Universal Declaration on Human Rights and other international human rights instruments, is a fundamental human right, encompassing the right to believe or not to believe, and the right to adopt, change and abandon a belief of one's choice;
Amendment 323 #
2013/2152(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 74 a (new)
Paragraph 74 a (new)
74a. Supports the idea of considering the intensification of efforts to improve the respect for the fundamental right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion in the world as one of the priorities of the initiatives on human rights in the EU's external action;
Amendment 326 #
2013/2152(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 74 b (new)
Paragraph 74 b (new)
74b. Invites the European External Action Service to remain vigilant in particular with regard to unacceptable phenomena such as forced conversions, the criminalisation of cases of so-called apostasy, as well as with regard to the instrumentalisation of blasphemy laws for persecutory purposes towards religious minorities;
Amendment 328 #
2013/2152(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 74 c (new)
Paragraph 74 c (new)
74c. Calls attention on fundamental aspects related to the right in question, such as the need to strengthen the collective dimension of freedom of religion, to the purpose of fully integrating its social and institutional dimension, as well as the full right of parents to educate their children in accordance with their religious convictions, as foreseen by international law;
Amendment 2 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Citation 3 a (new)
Citation 3 a (new)
- having regard to the Regulation (EU) No 347/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 April 2013 on guidelines for trans-European energy infrastructure and repealing Decision No 1364/2006/EC and amending Regulations (EC) No 713/2009, (EC) No 714/2009 and (EC) No 715/2009 together with the first Union-wide list of energy infrastructure projects of common interest (PCIs) adopted by the European Commission on 14 October 2013;
Amendment 6 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Citation 3 b (new)
Citation 3 b (new)
- having regard to the Regulation on Connecting Europe Facility (CEF);
Amendment 47 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital A
Recital A
A. whereas security of supply, competitiveness and climate objectives are of the utmost importance for the EU, are inextricably linked and must be addressed and considered on an equal footing; whereas there are trade-offs among these objectives that must be openly addressed and made known to the public;
Amendment 69 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital B
Recital B
B. whereas this is acknowledged in the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU), which stipulates that the objectives of the Union’s energy policy include the functioning of the energy market, security of energy supply, energy efficiency, energy saving, renewable energy and interconnections;
Amendment 91 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital D a (new)
Recital D a (new)
Da. whereas targets, whether binding or indicatory, have proven successful in bringing about certain specific policy goals, but sometimes at the expense of other policy areas or the competitiveness of the EU industries;
Amendment 114 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital E a (new)
Recital E a (new)
Ea. whereas according to the International Energy Outlook 2013 global energy use will grow by 56% between 2010 and 2040 (and non-OECD Asian states will account for 60% of the increase) and fossil fuels (with a remarkable share of coal) will continue to supply almost 80% of world energy use through 2040;
Amendment 137 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital G a (new)
Recital G a (new)
Ga. whereas there is growing understanding that a revised economy- wide greenhouse gas reduction target, in combination with a well-functioning Emissions Trading System and effective actions in non-ETS sectors, is the most cost-effective approach to reducing emissions as well as promoting energy efficiency and renewable energies, and should not be disturbed by other targets or measures;
Amendment 151 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital H a (new)
Recital H a (new)
Ha. whereas the Member States clearly differ both in terms of their economic potential and emissions per capita thus justifying more diverse levels of commitments towards the EU’s climate goals;
Amendment 179 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital I a (new)
Recital I a (new)
Ia. whereas studies show that overall system costs and effects vary significantly among different generation sources, such aspects should also be considered in the process of framing EU climate and energy policies;
Amendment 225 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Asks the Commission to take a multifaceted and flexible approach, the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of which ought to be enhanced by coordinated and coherent policies that address in equal measure issues such as competitiveness, energy security and climate objectives (e.g. GHG emission reduction, renewable energy sources and energy efficiency); believes, to this end, that the most effective GHG emission reduction objective will be reached by a policy that is technologically neutral and set at a level that is in accordance with progress in international commitments;
Amendment 242 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2 a (new)
Paragraph 2 a (new)
2a. Is of the opinion that multiple targets can create obligations to invest in areas that may be both expensive and ineffective, and that Member States should be given the flexibility to pursue climate change objectives by the most cost-effective means;
Amendment 263 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Calls on the European Council to keep up the progress made at EU level and set ambitious but, realistic and technology- neutral objectives for the 2030 EU policies that take account of the economic, social, environmental, international and technological contexts, and to establish a clear, stable, long-term and cost-effective framework for industries and investors;
Amendment 264 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Calls on the European Council to keep up the progress made at EU level and set ambitious but, realistic and technology- neutral objectives for the 2030 EU policies that take account of the economic, social, environmental, international and technological contexts, and to establish a clear, stable, long-term and cost-effective framework for industries and investors;
Amendment 281 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3 a (new)
Paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. Is of the opinion that both long-term EU policy objectives and specific policy tools on GHG emission reduction must be consistently based on 1990 as the reference year;
Amendment 329 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. IPoints out that voluntary targets for RES between 2001-2010 proved to be successful in increasing their share in the EU energy-mix (4,5% per annum between 2001-2010); is of the opinion that support schemes, if better used, could be an appropriate tool to incentivise thea cost- efficient development of renewable energy sources (RES) and energy efficiency; sees an important role for the Commission in providing guidance in this regard;
Amendment 364 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Notes that some RES (such as onshore wind or solar) should now be considered mature energy sources and their subsidies should therefore be phased out on timein order to be able to reallocate these to research and development (R&D) programmes and RES and other low-emission generation technologies that are not yet cost- effective; asks the Commission to study the impact of RES priority dispatch on general energy costs with a view to phasing it out if justified by increased energy costs;
Amendment 380 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5 a (new)
Paragraph 5 a (new)
5a. Highlights that all RES should be integrated into the market under normal market conditions as soon as practically possible; believes that returning to a level playing field between technologies/fuel sources is essential to providing predictability for investors;
Amendment 393 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5 b (new)
Paragraph 5 b (new)
5b. Considers, however, that phasing-out subsidies to mature RES should be announced well in advance to avoid any harmful effect on the sector; calls on the Commission to prepare with the Member States roadmaps in each countries with clear commitments for phasing-out these subsidies;
Amendment 397 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5 c (new)
Paragraph 5 c (new)
5c. Calls on the Commission to put forward proposals for the financing of research, development and demonstration activities beyond Horizon 2020 for all promising, non-mature low-emission technologies and techniques, on the basis of clear criteria for mature and non- mature technologies;
Amendment 410 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Stresses that increased energy efficiency and energy savings will play an essential role in non-ETS sectors will help to conserve resources and improve international competitiveness, as well as reducing the decarbonisation of the energy sector; EU's greenhouse gas emissions but they should not constrain the industry ability to grow and invest in Europe;
Amendment 438 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7
Paragraph 7
7. AHas serious reservations related to the methodology for calculating and monitoring progress on energy efficiency which contributed to only indicative targets being introduced within the Energy Efficiency Directive; Therefore asks the Commission to develop better methods and tools for calculating and monitoring progress which could help to draw up a more consistent EU approach to energy efficiency; believes that more should be done to help EU industries to further reduce their energy intensity;
Amendment 452 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7 a (new)
Paragraph 7 a (new)
7 a. Notes furthermore that even though energy efficiency and energy savings are already legislated through the recently published Directive, subsequent results have not developed as quickly as initially envisaged, demonstrating that implementing and achieving the aims of the Directive is not easy;
Amendment 458 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Notes that as one of the cornerstones of the EU’s climate and energy package, the EU Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) should be able to beshas proven that it fulfils its main function, the reduction of GHG emissions in a cost- efficient way, and respond efficiently to economic downturns and upturns; regrets it has been considered as a source of revenue for governments; recalls that the main objective of the EU ETS is to reduce GHG emissions and not to provide investors with sufficient incentives to invest in low-carbon technologies, as these should be seen merely as a secondary objective and not as a basis for evaluating if the scheme works as intended;
Amendment 477 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8 a (new)
Paragraph 8 a (new)
8 a. Acknowledges that if the EU ETS is a truly liquid market and if it is intended to function in a cost-effective and economically efficient manner, the cost of allowances cannot be envisaged as market forces of supply and demand must determine the price;
Amendment 490 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9
Paragraph 9
9. Notes that the EU needs a comprehensive policy framework for 2030 that encourages investment in and the long- term decarbonisation of non-ETS sectors; therefore calls on the Commission and the Member States to review the non-ETS targets while preserving the flexibility for Member States to define their own ways of meeting their effort sharing targets;
Amendment 512 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10
Paragraph 10
10. Sees an important role for cogeneration in increasing energy efficiencand district heating and cooling in increasing energy efficiency and improving local air quality in the future;
Amendment 522 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph -11 b (new) – after subheading 2
Paragraph -11 b (new) – after subheading 2
-11 b. Is of the opinion that EU climate goals, notwithstanding their legitimacy, must not impair EU competitiveness and security of supply; demands therefore that any new policy instrument related to these climate objectives undergo a mandatory and thorough macroeconomic impact assessment as regards its effect on the EU's and individual Member States' competitiveness and security of supply; believes that the existing legal framework should be subject to such an assessment;
Amendment 523 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph -11 a (new) – after subheading 2
Paragraph -11 a (new) – after subheading 2
-11 a. Calls on the EU to consider the full integration of the heating and cooling sector in the pathways towards a low- emission energy system; notes that this sector represents today ca. 45% of the final energy consumption in Europe, and that a better understanding of the important role of heating and cooling towards low-emission energy systems is needed; therefore, calls on the Commission to gather the required data reflecting the sources and the uses of heating and cooling, as well as the distribution of heat to the different groups of final consumers (e.g. residential, industry, tertiary);
Amendment 534 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 11 a (new)
Paragraph 11 a (new)
11 a. Notes that under the 2020 framework, multiple regulations for the same target have led to confusing investment signals, excessive complexity and regulatory burden for industry thus undermining efforts to create an integrated, competitive EU energy market; calls for measures at both the EU and the national level to mitigate these impacts and limit the erosion of the EU citizens' expendable income and industries' global competitiveness;
Amendment 543 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 12 a (new)
Paragraph 12 a (new)
12 a. Believes that a coherent policy and regulatory framework should not disincentivise switching high-carbon fired power generation to natural gas;
Amendment 552 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13
Paragraph 13
13. Asks the Commission to examine the interactions between climate and energy objectives in order to achieve the most efficient policies at EU level avoiding problems encountered so far with the three target approach, taking also into consideration not only national GDP but also each Member State’'s capacity;
Amendment 567 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14
Paragraph 14
14. Believes that Member States and regions should be encouraged to improve cooperation in order to optimise the efficiency of renewables expansion; in this context, the Commission has an important role to play as a facilitator in coordinating, financially supporting and preparing appropriate analyses of renewable energy resources and potential for theeach Member States;
Amendment 584 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. Calls on the Commission to submit an analysis of how renewable energy sources can be developed sustainably, taking into account environmental impact, aspects related to dependency on raw materials (i.e. visual impacts of wind farms, noise emissions or decommissioning of photovoltaic panels), aspects related to dependency on raw materials necessary to build RES equipment which are scarce in Europe and life cycle and, above all, how to support stable sources of renewable energy such as hydropower, biomass or geothermal power;
Amendment 626 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 19
Paragraph 19
19. Underlines the importance of an energy strategy focused on boosting energy security and economic and industrial competitiveness in the EU, job creation, social aspects and environmental sustainability by means of measures such as the diversification of supply routes, suppliers and sources and by increasing theuse of own resources (including an increased deployment of RES);
Amendment 647 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 20
Paragraph 20
20. Stresses that, when bringing about security of supply, Member States must be able to freely choose their energy mix and take advantage of all of their indigenous energy resources (including unconventional hydrocarbons such as shale gas) in accordance with policies that ensure the safe and sustainable exploration, extraction, manufacture and use of these resources and related products;
Amendment 656 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 20 a (new)
Paragraph 20 a (new)
20a. Calls on the Commission and the Member States, with regard to the internal gas market, to review all gas contracts based on obsolete pricing mechanisms – in particular the oil indexation principle – that impose high prices on the consumers, and urges the Commission to assist in exploring the possibilities of renegotiating these contracts, not only in the context of their prolongation; stresses the need to develop and support all products and mechanisms aimed at strengthening short-term gas trading capacities; underlines that the aforementioned measures are crucial for ensuring real competitiveness when it comes to the price of supplying gas to all consumers on the internal gas market;
Amendment 661 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 21
Paragraph 21
21. Stresses that as the EU pursues its goal of energy security, emphasis needs to be shifted towards a model of energy interdependence between Member States by ensuring the swift completion of the EU internal energy market; believes furthermore that completing the EU supergrid and natural gas infrastructure linking the north, south, east and west will enable the EU to make the best use of the comparative advantages of each Member State, and calls for further support for decentralised and micro-scale energy production and smart energy infrastructures in all Member States; stresses, therefore, the need for strong coordination between Member States’ policies and for joint action, solidarity and transparency in view of the fact that national energy policy decisions can affect other Member States; suggests that it would be desirable to determine whether and how the expertise and facilities of the Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER) could be put to use in carrying out the above tasks;
Amendment 677 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 22
Paragraph 22
22. Believes that the lack of full implementation of internal energy market legislation remains one of the main obstacles to completion of the single market; highlights the importance of eliminating remaining infrastructure bottlenecks and instances of market failure or abuse and of ensuring that no new barriers to electricity and gas market integration are created;
Amendment 710 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 24
Paragraph 24
24. Notes that in order to ensure security of energy supply there must be enough capacity to meet demand in peak periods and in periods of (political or technological) difficulties and that excess capacity or backup must therefore be ensured and maintained; points out the need for storage in an economically efficient way; points out the need for storage, flexible backup fuels (such as gas) and more grid flexibility as a response to the intermittence of some sources of RES (in particular solar and wind energy);
Amendment 723 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 24 a (new)
Paragraph 24 a (new)
24a. Notes that physical integration of energy infrastructure between the EU Member States is a precondition for a proper functioning of energy markets; believes that a stable regulatory regime promoting long-term investments in energy infrastructure is essential for a swift implementation of infrastructure bringing benefits for all market participants in the perspective of 2030 and beyond;
Amendment 735 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 25 a (new)
Paragraph 25 a (new)
25a . Underlines the significant potential of district heating and cooling in increasing energy efficiency by recycling heat from electricity production in combined heat and power plants, waste incineration plants and industrial energy processes, which would otherwise be wasted; moreover, it provides an integrated solution in urban areas that will allow the EU to reduce its reliance on energy imports and keep the cost of heating and cooling affordable for citizens;
Amendment 749 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 27
Paragraph 27
27. Stresses that modernising the existing energy infrastructure and building new, intelligent and flexible infrastructure for the generation, transmission, distribution and storage of energy is essential for a stable, well-integrated and well-connected energy market, with diversified sources of supply, and emphasises that large- scale investments should be made in parallel with investments in regional or even local networks; highlights that infrastructure investments aimed at achieving such objectives should be granted EU support at each stage of their implementation in line with new guidelines for trans- European energy infrastructure and Connecting Europe Facility;
Amendment 767 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 27 a (new) – after subheading 4
Paragraph 27 a (new) – after subheading 4
27a. Notes that EU has the highest environmental standards globally, an ageing population, high unemployment rates in many Member States and that current economic growth is low or inexistent and that this can only be rectified by increasing its competitiveness;
Amendment 768 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 27 b (new) – after subheading 4
Paragraph 27 b (new) – after subheading 4
27b. Notes further that economic activity in the EU since the introduction of the 2020 package has diminished and that many of the products EU citizens buy and which can only be produced and transported using energy and producing CO2, are imported into the Union and thus by definition diminish competitiveness, employment, growth, intra-EU energy consumption and lead to an increase in carbon leakage, unemployment and effectively export our emissions to third countries;
Amendment 792 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 29
Paragraph 29
29. Calls on the Commission to launch a study analysing new and cost-efficient market designs with a view to ensuring reasonably priced electricity to private and industry consumers and to preventing carbon leakage; asks therefore the Commission to come forward as soon as possible with an additional assessment and recommendations for further actions to prevent the risk of carbon leakage caused by reallocation of production facilities and investments outside the EU, focusing in particular on additional scenarios in which limited or no further global action is taken on carbon emission reduction;
Amendment 798 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 29 a (new)
Paragraph 29 a (new)
29a. Calls on the Commission to lunch a study analysing overall system costs and effects of different energy sources and an impact on generation adequacy in the long run;
Amendment 803 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 29 b (new)
Paragraph 29 b (new)
29b. Stresses that energy prices for individuals as well as for industrial clients are a very important element of their household budget and production costs respectively, and that in general the energy prices determine the competitiveness of the EU's entities against their counterparts in other developed economies in the world;
Amendment 807 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 30
Paragraph 30
30. Notes that the EU’s main competitors on the global market place great emphasis on technological developments, innovation and improving industrial processes and avoiding imposition of generic and burdensome binding targets; notes also that their economies grow at a much faster pace than the EU; concludes that the EU must give priority to R&D and innovation;
Amendment 816 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 30 a (new)
Paragraph 30 a (new)
30a. Is of the opinion that necessary innovation will take place only if private enterprises are able to allocate sufficient funds not otherwise spent on unnecessary costs stemming from burdensome legislation; calls to genuinely treat cost- effectiveness in reaching future EU goals;
Amendment 823 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 30 b (new)
Paragraph 30 b (new)
30b. Is concerned that current EU policies that attempt to place RES as its primary energy source, if not mirrored by other main global players, will lead to European industries becoming dangerously uncompetitive vis-à-vis those economies that will continue to significantly rely on fossil fuels;
Amendment 824 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 30 c (new)
Paragraph 30 c (new)
30c. Is therefore of the opinion that any future increase in the EU's emission reduction target have to be preceded by a global agreement guaranteeing an equitable share of responsibilities among both developed and developing countries, particularly many of the latter since they are fast becoming some of the main global polluters;
Amendment 834 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 31 a (new)
Paragraph 31 a (new)
31a. Urges the Commission to carefully weigh up the impact of new policies in terms of estimated "green job" creation vs. the loss of industrial competitiveness and existing jobs in other sectors, with a special emphasis on heavy industries and acknowledging different circumstances in Member States;
Amendment 841 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 32
Paragraph 32
32. Strongly underlines that any future EU policy must address the comparative strengths and weaknesses of its economy, particularly with regard to any free trade agreement the EU signs up to, especially in light of the planned free trade agreement (TTIP) with the US where energy prices and CO2 emissions have been decreasing significantly while efforts to re(duce GHG emissions are not on par with the progress already achieved in the EUto the "shale gas revolution");
Amendment 862 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 33 a (new)
Paragraph 33 a (new)
33a. Points out that adopting a decarbonisation strategy that does not take into account the situation of some Member States may lead to a massive increase in energy poverty in those countries;
Amendment 864 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 34
Paragraph 34
34. Underlines, in line with Article 194 TFEU, that Member States are the ultimate decision makers as regards their energy mix and should be able to use and develop different approaches for technologies and energy sources that are environmentally sound and socially and economically acceptable; calls in this regard for technology neutrality to be seriously upheld when designing EU policy goals;
Amendment 873 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 34 a (new)
Paragraph 34 a (new)
34a. Notes serious concerns with regard to the Commission decision determining transitional Union-wide rules for the harmonised free allocation of emission allowances pursuant to Article 10a of Directive 2003/87/EC which set too rigorous benchmarks, without taking into account fuel or geographical specificity of the Member States, for which coal serves as the basic fuel, leading to the distortion of competitiveness in the common market;
Amendment 883 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 35 a (new)
Paragraph 35 a (new)
35a. Acknowledges that favouring certain energy sources (i.e. nuclear or RES) over others may lead to a situation in which certain Member States gain a comparative advantage and will unfairly benefit with regard to those that will have to rely on technology transfer from those privileged states;
Amendment 887 #
2013/2135(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 36
Paragraph 36
36. Notes that access to capital, even for heavy industry sectors, is often a barrier to investment in cleaner technologies; therefore asks the Commission to study the possibility of creating a fund that could help to leverage investment, possibly financed by a share of ETS revenueoptions to improve existing financing schemes that could help to leverage investment;
Amendment 14 #
2013/2128(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Underlines the numerous benefits of smart grids to decarbonise thebring about a low-emission economy, increase the share of renewable energy and distributed generation, create conditions for efficient use of electricity in transport, give consumers the ability to adapt their consumption to benefit from the lowest prices and at the same time save energy, improve energy efficiency, and also boost EU technology development;
Amendment 28 #
2013/2128(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Recalls that in most Energy Roadmap 2050 scenarios, the proper integration of distributed renewable generation will be unfeasible without the development of local and regional smart distribution network grids for electricity allowing flexible management and necessary back- up for those intermittent energy sources;
Amendment 32 #
2013/2128(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Calls for cooperation in the development of smart grids at European, national and regional level; believes that smart grids offer a uniquen important opportunity to boost innovation, job creation and the competitiveness of European industry with particular reference to SMEs;
Amendment 40 #
2013/2128(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 7
Paragraph 7
7. Recalls that smart grids should not place a financial burden on consumers but should benefit them by delivering accurate user- friendly information and empowering them to efficiently manage their energy consumption and production; requests, in this regard, that the level of energy consumption required for smart meters to provide economic advantages must be duly scrutinized and below those levels no obligation of investments shall be imposed to consumers;
Amendment 30 #
2013/2082(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point b
Paragraph 1 – point b
(b) Violence against religious communities, with political, socio- economic or ideological roots, persists in many parts of the world; clear condemnation by the European Union of all forms of violence and discrimination should be a basic element of EU policy in the area of freedom of religion or belief. Particular attention should be given to the position of those who changed their religion or belief, as in practice they are often the subject of social pressures, intimidation or outright violence.
Amendment 41 #
2013/2082(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point f
Paragraph 1 – point f
(f) As the draft Guidelines state, in accordance with the principles accepted by the international community, manifestation of freedom of religion or belief may be subject only to «such limitations as are prescribed by law and are necessary to protect public safety, order, health or morals or the fundamental rights and freedoms of others»7 ; this is an exhaustive list: limitations in order to protect, for example, national security are therefore not permitted; at the same time, the limitations must be proportionate with regard to the protected rights of others and the right balance must be achieved; the proportionality criterion should therefore be stressed in the Guidelines.
Amendment 43 #
2013/2082(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point g
Paragraph 1 – point g
(g) While freedom of religion or belief and freedom of expression are mutually reinforcing rights, in cases where these two rights are invoked against each other, the EU should also recall that modern media tools can afford a close interconnectedness between cultures and faiths. Therefore steps need to be taken to avoid inter- cultural violence as a reaction to acts of freedom of expression related to criticism and especially ridicule; the EU should help in reducing such tensions, for example by promoting mutual understanding and dialogue.
Amendment 47 #
2013/2082(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point h
Paragraph 1 – point h
(h) It should be stressed in the Guidelines that an indispensable part of freedom of religion or belief is the right to manifest the freedom of religion or belief in community with others; this includes: - the freedom to worship or assembly in connection with a religion or belief, and to establish and maintain places of worship and religious sites, for these purposes; - the freedom to establish and maintain appropriate religious, social and charitable institutions with legal personality and organisational acharitable or humanitarian institutions; - the freedom to solicit and receive voluntary financial and other contributionomy, including the freedom to appoint personnel and leaders of these institutions without external interference from the state,s from individuals and institutions. - the freedom to train, appoint, elect or designate by succession appropriate leaders called for by the freedom to provide religious teaching and training, the freedom to exercise one's ministry, the freedom to observe days of rest and to celebrate holidays and ceremonies in accordance with the precepts of one'squirements and standards of any religion or belief; - the freedom to establish and maintain communications with individuals and communities in matters of religion orand belief andt the freedom to carry out charitable activitienational and international levels. Equally, it should be noted in the Guidelines that the right to exercise religion in community with others should not unnecessarily be limited to officially recognised places of worship, and that all undue limitations to the freedom of assembly should be condemned by the EU.
Amendment 53 #
2013/2082(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point i
Paragraph 1 – point i
(i) The EU should take action when registration requirements for religious or belief-related organisations unduly limit the freedom of religion or belief. Registration should not be understood as a prerequisite for the enjoyment of one's human right to freedom of religion or belief, as that right cannot be conditional upon administrative or legal requirements. The EU should call for the abolishment of any legislation, such as the mandatory registration of one's religion in civil status documents, if this legislation leads to discrimination against persons holding non-religious beliefs or persons who have changed their religion or belief;
Amendment 73 #
2013/2082(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point q
Paragraph 1 – point q
(q) The EU should continue its initiatives in various multilateral fora in order to promote and protect the freedom of religion or belief. Whenever relevant, the EU will assist third countries in drawing up legislation promoting and protecting freedom of religion or belief.
Amendment 74 #
2013/2082(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point r
Paragraph 1 – point r
(r) In accordance with Article 36 of the Treaty on the European Union, the European Parliament should be involved in the evaluation of the implementation of the Guidelines which should take place no later than three years after the Guidelines have come into force. The evaluation should be based on an analysis of the EU response to concrete situations related to the violation of freedom of religion or belief in third countries. The European Parliament should be regularly informed of areas or developments of concern, as reported by the EU delegations. Its relevant committees will receive detailed information.
Amendment 75 #
2013/2082(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point r a (new)
Paragraph 1 – point r a (new)
(r a) The EU Special Representative on Human Rights should see the protection of freedom of religion or belief as an important aspect of his/her mandate and will have a visible role in promoting this freedom through the external relations of the EU. He/she should be formally charged to liaise with the European Parliament on this issue and engage in a structural dialogue with relevant non- governmental organisations such as EPRID.
Amendment 7 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Citation 21 a (new)
Citation 21 a (new)
- having regard to the Commission follow- up to the "TOP TEN" Consultation of SMEs on EU Regulation (COM(2013) 446 final),
Amendment 17 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital A (new)
Recital A (new)
A. whereas the energy costs for industry and the rising energy price differences between Europe and other industrialised countries (in particular the United States) will play an increasing role if the current trends are not properly addressed;
Amendment 18 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital B (new)
Recital B (new)
B. whereas the expected rise in R&D spending may come only if private enterprises are able to allocate sufficient funds not otherwise spent on unnecessary costs stemming from burdensome legislation;
Amendment 21 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital C (new)
Recital C (new)
C. whereas the Commission pointed out that the EU's industries may restore their attractiveness due to an expected decrease in global wage differentials;
Amendment 43 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Subheading 1
Subheading 1
A ‘Renaissance of Industry for a Sustainabletrong Europe’ (RISE) Strategy: Principles, Goals, Coordination and Governance
Amendment 45 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Welcomes the Commission's focus on industrial policy (IP); strongly underlines that any future EU industrial policy must address the comparative weaknesses of its economy ranging predominantly from high energy prices and overburdening of enterprises, particularly SMEs;
Amendment 59 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Stresses that Europe's future industrial strength lies in a Renaissance of Industry for a Sustainabletrong Europe (RISE) strategy that pursues technological, and business and social innovation towards a third industrial revoluinnovation including a low- carbon modernisation offensive; arguand a response to rising social challenges; strongly hopes that RISE will create new markets, business models and creative entrepreneurs, new jobs and decent work, bringing an industrial renewal with economic dynamism, confidence and competitiveness; believes that energy and resource efficiency are key pillars of such a strategy;
Amendment 74 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Considers that RISE must be embedded in an ecological and social market economy in accordance with the principles of fair competition, the internalisation of externalitiesdeveloped in accordance with the principles of entrepreneurship, fair competition, market economy and environmentally conscious Ordnungspolitikness; states that Europe’s future industrial competitiveness must be guidaccompanied by the vision of sustainability;
Amendment 89 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Emphasises that RISE needs a long-term framework based on a clear targets, indicators and a life-cycle and circular economy approach that enables steersing investments into creativity, skills, innovation, sustainable technologies and promotes modernisation of Europe's industrial base through a value chain-conscious policy that also includesand which also pays due attention to the basic industries;
Amendment 108 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Believes that RISE must followpursue ambitious and realistic industrial targets; notes that the headline 20 % target would necessitate creating 400 000 new industrial jobs per annum; proposes that the 20 % target should be seen as a directional goal aligned with the EU´s 20/20/20 goals;
Amendment 125 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Emphasises that RISE will only succeed if underpinned by an adequate macroeconomic framework and the necessary budgetary resources in order to leverage private investment; demands, in this context, a European green growth strategy. and deplores the Council's cuts to MFF heading 1A;
Amendment 172 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14
Paragraph 14
14. Emphasises that only with an innovation, efficiency and sustainable technology offensive canies have a potential to modernise the EU's industrial base modernise and increase its core competitiveness;
Amendment 185 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16
Paragraph 16
16. Calls for a substantialWelcomes the 4% share of the funds available for SMEs under the Horizon 2020 programme tothat will be implemented through a dedicated SME instrument under the Horizon 2020 programme;
Amendment 188 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 18
Paragraph 18
18. Calls on the Commission to propose a cluster policy in the form ofBelieves that clusters should emerge organically in a 'bottom-up' manner in response to business and / or research needs; believes therefore that the Commission's cluster policy should primarily focus on supporting existing and transnational clusters by aiding cooperation between connected companies, suppliers, service providers and research centres; stresses the importance of establishing transnational clusters;
Amendment 194 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 19
Paragraph 19
19. Welcomes the strategy for key enabling technologies where the EU holds strongas the potential to gain a strong competitive advantage given its strong research base but believes more effort is required concerning the exploitation of results to deliver this prospective competitive advantage; supports the proposed actions to improve coordination and synergies between policies and instruments including the EU Structural Funds; welcomes initiatives enhancing KETs-related cluster- specific actions and increased transregional cooperation;
Amendment 207 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 21
Paragraph 21
21. Welcomes the Commission's focus on ecodesign; calls on it to setconsider setting ecodesign specifications for recyclability and resource efficiency; welcomes the proposal to develop and promote new sustainability criteria for construction products and processes;
Amendment 240 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 25
Paragraph 25
25. Welcomes the Commission's intention to develop a horizontal action plan to boost demand for innovative goods and services; calls on the Commission to use the environmental footprint to set sustainability and efficiency benchmarks for products;
Amendment 261 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 28
Paragraph 28
28. AcknowledgWelcomes the Commission's smart regulation drive designed to reduce bureaucrlegislaticve burdens without undermining the effectiveness of legislation, particularly with regard to micro-enterprises and SMEs; supports regulatory coherence and improved competitiveness proofing under the impact assessment guidelines;
Amendment 310 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 33
Paragraph 33
33. AcknowledgStresses the importance of the TTIP undertaking; advocates that it should endeavour to phase out fossil fuel subsidies; advocates newly defining the likeness of products by distinguishing them on the basis of their carbon footprintwarns, however, that the increasing gap between the EU and the US in energy prices for industry may eventually place the former in a very uncompetitive position vis-à-vis the latter;
Amendment 339 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 36
Paragraph 36
36. Acknowledges the fact of bank lending constraints and their negative impact, particularly on SMEs; welcomes the Commission Green Paper on long-term financing; highlights the need to strengthen the robustness and credibility of the EU banking sector via Basel III, aswift implementation of Basel III, the SSM and related amendment of the EBA Regulation, and to enhance democratic accountability at all stages of the banking union and the ESM's assistance;
Amendment 351 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 38
Paragraph 38
38. Calls on the Commission to launch a communication on crowd-funding;Believes that it is important to foster new innovative funding models for SMEs with high growth potential and calls on the Commission to develop a robustn effective regulatory framework for crowd-funding on a basis of up to EUR 1 million pethat recognises the small level of resources available, while addressing the unique investor projtection issues posed;
Amendment 357 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 41
Paragraph 41
41. Calls onPraises those Mmember Sstates tohat have fully implemented the late payment directive and calls for its full implementation across the EU;
Amendment 360 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 42
Paragraph 42
42. Welcomes the EIB's capital increase; and believes that it should have a 60 %as one of the largest financiers of low- carbon investment target by 2020; in the world they already have challenging climate targets within their business plan and will continue to play a leading role in providing funding that addresses climate change;
Amendment 393 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 46
Paragraph 46
Amendment 415 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 52
Paragraph 52
52. Welcomes the decisions to implementambitions behind the Youth Guarantee and promotethe willingness of Member States to allocate funding to tackle youth unemployment; welcomes the promotion of an Alliance for Apprenticeships; and calls on industry to offer quality employment or traineeships to young people where possible, and to create quality internships with decent payMember States and industry to work together to develop and promote apprenticeships to prospective candidates;
Amendment 446 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 58
Paragraph 58
58. Welcomes the Resource Efficiency Roadmap; calls on the Commission to include the waste policy goals in the European Semester and National Reform Programmes; calls on the Commission to further develop sectoral benchmarks for resource efficiency, particularly for public procurement purposes; calls on the Commission to promote a 3R strategy (reduce, re-use, recycle); stresses the importance of a global certification scheme for first-treatment recycling of hazardous waste and for WEEE materials; points out that relevant building collection and recycling schemes exist in some Member States;
Amendment 463 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 59
Paragraph 59
59. Calls for the swift implementation of the energy efficiency directive and the national action plans; calls on the EU to follow-up on the Reul report on renewable energy, setting an ambitious renewable energy target for 2030with a technology neutral approach to our 2030 climate and energy goals;
Amendment 465 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 59
Paragraph 59
59. Calls for the swift implementation of the energy efficiency directive and the national action plans; calls on the EU to follow-up on the Reul report on renewable energy, setting an ambitious renewable energy target for 2030;
Amendment 469 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 60
Paragraph 60
60. Calls on the Commission to reconsider the conditions for long-term energy contractand the Member States to review all gas contracts based on obsolete pricing mechanisms - particularly on the oil-indexation principle - which impose high prices on all kinds of consumers and urges the Commission to assist in exploring the possibilities of renegotiating those contracts and facilitating transition to more flexible alternatives;
Amendment 473 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 60 a (new)
Paragraph 60 a (new)
60a. Asks the Commission to come forward as soon as possible with an additional assessment with suggestions for recommended actions to prevent the risk of carbon leakage caused by reallocation of production facilities to locations outside the EU, focusing in particular on additional scenarios in which limited or no further global action is taken on carbon emission reduction;
Amendment 476 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Subheading 7
Subheading 7
A strategy for a Southern, Central and Eastern RISE
Amendment 484 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 61
Paragraph 61
61. Advocates a multi-regional industrial policy approach that relaunches sustainable growth in contracting economies or those the most exposed to risks stemming from changes in the industrial base; supports a high value added strategy in the integration of southern, central and eastern economies into global value chains;
Amendment 492 #
2013/2006(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 62
Paragraph 62
62. Notes that the EU's south isand east are affected by peripheral location; calls on the Commission to promote a full infrastructure integration of southernthose economies, and stresses the need to gear the Connecting Europe facility to this effect;
Amendment 248 #
2013/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. RecogniStresses that, without prejudice either to the Member States' right to choose their energy mix or to the need for better EU- wide coordination, the EU as a whole must make fullshould aim at making use of the potential of all energy sources that are at the disposal of EU Member States;
Amendment 325 #
2013/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 22
Paragraph 22
22. Calls on the Member States to gradually refrain from regulating energy retail prices at national level the through public subsidies, as such measures seriously threatenrisk distorting future investments in infrastructure; those steps shall, however, take into account legitimate interests of vulnerable consumers which are not always able to benefit from a real competition in the energy market;
Amendment 430 #
2013/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 35
Paragraph 35
35. Calls on the Commission to examine thoroughly the implications of integrating low-emission energy sources, especially renewables, into the energy grids with regard to financial support, system-wide technical requirements and market design; underlines that the lack of coordinated approach towards those sources has until now prevented their integration within the European energy systems; stresses the importance of gas as a necessary back-up fuel facilitating the use of variable renewables;
Amendment 50 #
2013/0165(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 6
Article 5 – paragraph 6
6. TAll elements of the eCall in-vehicle system shall be accessible to all independent operators free of charge and without discrimination at least for vehicle repair and maintenance purposes.
Amendment 53 #
2013/0165(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 6 a (new)
Article 5 – paragraph 6 a (new)
6a. As from the adoption of this Regulation, the Commission shall start working on the technical requirements for an interoperable, standardised, secure and open-access platform, on which the eCall in-vehicle system may be based, for vehicle repair and maintenance purposes and for future in-vehicle applications or services.
Amendment 27 #
2012/2145(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Citation 29 a (new)
Citation 29 a (new)
- having regard to the UNGA resolution of 19 December 2011 on combating intolerance, negative stereotyping, stigmatisation, discrimination, incitement to violence and violence against persons based on religion or belief,
Amendment 52 #
2012/2145(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital E
Recital E
E. whereas violations of freedom of religion or belief, perpetrated by governments and non-state actors alike, are increasing in many countries of the world, resulting in being compounded by episodes of discrimination, intolerance and violence against certain individuals andmembers and representatives of religious communities, includingand in particular of religious minority representativies;
Amendment 156 #
2012/2145(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 27
Paragraph 27
27. Emphasises the significance of the 2011 uprisings in the Arab world both as an expression of the desire for freedom, justice and dignity and as a major challenge to EU policy in the region and beyond; recognises that the EU has stepped up its political engagement in both the Eastern and Southern Neighbourhood, but stresses the need to learn from past policy mistakes and chart a new policy aligned with respect of human rights and support of democratic values; takes the opportunity to invite the EU institutions to continue to monitor with intense attention the respect for the rights of religious minorities, including Christians, in the context of the 'Arab Spring';
Amendment 378 #
2012/2145(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 82 a (new)
Paragraph 82 a (new)
82a. Invites the VP/HR Ashton and the other EU institutions to combat against unacceptable practices such as forced conversions and the criminalization or punishment for cases of so-called 'apostasy', applying pressure on those third countries, with a particular focus on those which are EU partners, that still carry out such practices, so that they are eliminated; calls for an equally firm stance against the instrumentalisation of blasphemy laws for the purpose of persecuting members of religious minorities; underlines that while blasphemy laws are often promoted with the pretext of reducing social tensions, in reality they only contribute to their increase and to the rise of intolerance, in particular towards religious minorities;
Amendment 385 #
2012/2145(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 82 b (new)
Paragraph 82 b (new)
82b. Underlines that obstacles still exist in many parts of the world to the full and effective exercise of the fundamental right to freedom of religion, both at the individual and collective level, in the public as well as in the private sphere, and calls on the VP/HR Ashton and on the European Commission to insist on the need to effectively address such a problem in the context of the relevant EU initiatives concerning human rights;
Amendment 389 #
2012/2145(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 82 c (new)
Paragraph 82 c (new)
Amendment 5 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital A a (new)
Recital A a (new)
Aa. Whereas it should be recalled that the pillars of the EU energy policy are security of supply (diversity of sources), competitive prices and energy efficiency, which are complemented by the policy aim to reduce green house gas emissions;
Amendment 6 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital A b (new)
Recital A b (new)
Ab. Whereas the competitiveness of the European industry needs to be taken into account, by means of adequate policies and instruments and by adapting to a process that would re-industrialise our economy;
Amendment 7 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital A c (new)
Recital A c (new)
Ac. Whereas it is in the interests of Member States to reduce their dependency of energy imports with volatile prices, and to diversify energy supplies;
Amendment 8 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital A d (new)
Recital A d (new)
Ad. Whereas the challenge of energy security is to alleviate uncertainties that give rise to tensions between states and to reduce market inefficiencies that hamper the benefits of trade, both for suppliers and consumers;
Amendment 9 #
2012/2103(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Emphasises that the EU's energy policy should not compromise the Union's competitiveness, nor should it allow for the risk of carbon leakage; calls, to that end, on the Commission to prepare initiatives in the event that global agreements on climate protection are not achieved and to come forward with an additional assessment giving suggestions for recommended actions that might prevent the risk of carbon leakage caused by reallocation of production outside the EU, especially assessing additional scenarios in the case of limited or no further global action on carbon emission reduction;
Amendment 9 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital A e (new)
Recital A e (new)
Ae. Whereas it is important to obtain an early indication of whether the challenging goals of the Roadmap can be achieved and to review the impact on the EU's economy including global competitiveness, employment and social security;
Amendment 19 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Recognises the benefits to Member States of working together for an energy system transformation which must start now; endorses, therefore, the Commission’s Energy Roadmap 2050 as the basis for proposing legislative and other initiatives on energy policy with a view to developing a policy framework for 2030, including milestones and targets; notes that defining energy targets for 2050 assumes pan-European governance; pursuesroposes the adoption, within the spirit of the Union,solidarity, of a strategy that will allow Member States to cooperate and not feel repressed under the Roadmap; points out, in this context, a major flaw in the Action Plan, which does not include a separate impact study for each Member State;
Amendment 45 #
2012/2103(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Calls for a greater solidarity among Member States and closer cooperation between the Council, the Commission and the EEAS so that they may speak and act jointly on issues concerning external energy policy.
Amendment 52 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Highlights the importance of the EU’s energy policy amidst the financial crisis; emphasises the role that energy could potentially play in spurring growth and competitiveness in the EU; calls on the Commission to propose post-2020 strategies and to present a 2030 policy framework for European energy policy that takes account of the fact that significant investment in infrastructure is vital in the long term, even if no major changes are made to the energy mix; encourages the Member States to step up their ongoing efforts to reach the current 2020 targets in the area of EU energy policy;
Amendment 57 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3 – a (new)
Paragraph 3 – a (new)
3a. Notes that in order to make an informed and balanced decision regarding post 2020 strategies, a review of the existing 2020 strategies will be necessary;
Amendment 64 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Stresses that a clear policy and regulatory framework will stimulate the necessary investments for low-carbon energy investments; Underlinesdraws attention, however, to the fact that the development of renewable energy sources, despite reducing energy dependence, does not necessarily compensate for the economic costs of transformation; underlines, therefore, the importance of an energy strategy focused on increasing the EU’s energy security and economic competitiveness through measures such as the diversification of supply routes and sources, and energy efficiency;
Amendment 97 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Recalls that it is in the competence of each Member State to define its own energy mix; acknowledges that the Energy Roadmap 2050 complements national, regional and local efforts to modernise energy supply; acknowledges, therefore, the need for Member States to work together on the basis of common objectives, as well as the important role to be played by the EU; urges the Member States and the Commission to continue to pursue options which can meet the EU's decarbonisation objective in an technology- neutral, economically efficient, safe and sustainable way, and to continue with efforts to fully tap the potential for cost- effective energy savings, supported, inter alia, by available Union financial instruments; recognises, at the same time, the merits of developing a coordinated and, where appropriate, common European approach;
Amendment 105 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Recognises the conclusions reached in the Energy Roadmap that the transition of the energy sector on an EU-wide scale is technically and economically feasible, and could be less costly in the long-run than a continuation of current policies under certain assumptions; points out, however, that account should be taken of the national context, which may differ significantly between Member States;
Amendment 135 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7 a (new)
Paragraph 7 a (new)
7a. Points out that adopting a decarbonisation strategy that does not take account of the situation of some Member States may lead to a massive increase in energy poverty, which is defined as a situation in which over 10% of household budgets is spent on energy;
Amendment 146 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Recognises that a higher share of renewable energy beyond 2020 is a key aspect of a more sustainable energy system while stressing that renewables alone cannot pave the way to decarbonisation and must be combined with alternative sources of energy; recognises, furthermore, that all of the decarbonisation scenarios explored in the Commission communication assume an increased share of renewable energy in the EU energy mix of around 30% in gross final energy consumption in 2030;
Amendment 160 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9 a (new)
Paragraph 9 a (new)
9a. Accordingly urges on more energy efficiency actions that would address the problem of energy poverty which is mainly focused on heat in the EUs societies. At the same time, calls for analysis and revision of national legislation that is an obstacle to energy efficiency investments/optimisation of heat production and use in some Member States (taxation, public procurement, heat pricing etc.);
Amendment 175 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10
Paragraph 10
10. Emphasises the urgent need for new, smart and flexible infrastructure – including particular smart grids and, smart meters, energy storage and CO2 infrastructure (including both CCS and CCU) – and fully integrated network planning in order, inter alia, to integrate local and more remote sources of renewable energy across the EU, as has been proven necessary; stresses, moreover, the urgent need for the establishment of mechanisms to allow for EU financing of infrastructure projects of common interest;
Amendment 180 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10 a (new)
Paragraph 10 a (new)
10a. Stresses the need for immediate actions to ensure the continuity of energy supply, increase investor certainty and minimise bottlenecks; Delays not only will increase costs but will also delay the development of the necessary technologies;
Amendment 196 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10 b (new)
Paragraph 10 b (new)
10b. Acknowledges that nuclear energy is currently used as an important low- emission energy source; calls on the Commission to work towards improved public acceptance of nuclear energy, utilising the results of the recent nuclear stress tests;
Amendment 225 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 11 a (new)
Paragraph 11 a (new)
11a. Recalls the role of projects such as Desertec and the use of renewable energy sources in neighbouring regions; Highlights the prospect of 'Project Helios' in transporting electricity produced by renewable energy from South East Europe to Central Europe as well as further expansion of wind energy in the North Sea and other regions; Emphasises that the opportunity to import electricity produced from renewable sources from neighbouring regions needs to be complemented by encouraging and facilitating the development of renewable and low-emission sources of energy, e.g. in the Southern Mediterranean and in the North Sea region, and more interconnections within European networks;
Amendment 237 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 11 b (new)
Paragraph 11 b (new)
11b. Notes that some renewable energy sources, such as geothermal, can provide heat and power locally and continuously; is of the view that those local sources of energy increase energy independence, notably for isolated communities; underlines, therefore, the importance of supporting their development through R&D and innovative financial instruments;
Amendment 258 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 12
Paragraph 12
12. Stresses that, as Member States pursue the goal of energy security and energy independence, emphasis needs to be shifted towards a model of energy interdependence by ensuring the swift completion of the EU internal energy market and the EU supergrid infrastructure linking North and South, and East and West; highlights the importance of ensuring that policy and regulatory developments in Member States will eliminate remaining infrastructure ‘bottlenecks’ and will not create new barriers to electricity and gas or energy market integration; stresses, moreover, that energy policy decisions in each national system need to take account of how such decisions could affect other Member States;
Amendment 270 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13 a (new)
Paragraph 13 a (new)
13a. Highlights the need to increase the incentives of investors in the energy market by increasing profitability and easing - without relaxing - the bureaucratic procedures;
Amendment 286 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14
Paragraph 14
14. Highlights the new challenges, such as the need for flexible resources in the power system (e.g. flexible generation, storage, demand management), that will arise as the contribution of variable renewable generation increases; stresses the need to have sufficient capacity available to ensure security of electricity supply; believes therefore that increased interconnection is essential to help accommodate the expected huge increase in intermittent power generation from renewable sources; stresses, in this regard, that policy developments in Member States should not create new barriers to electricity- or gas- market integration;
Amendment 338 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 19 a (new)
Paragraph 19 a (new)
19a. Acknowledges that conventional fossil fuels are likely to remain part of the energy system at least during the transition to a low-carbon energy system;
Amendment 344 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 20
Paragraph 20
20. Recognises the key role of gas, both in the transition to a low-carbon energy system and as a flexible back-up, and in balancing capacity where renewable energy supplies are variable; Acknowledges that conventional fossil fuels are likely to remain part of the energy system at least during the transition to a low-carbon energy system;
Amendment 345 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 20
Paragraph 20
20. Recognises the key role of gas, both in the transition to a low-carbon energy system and as a flexible back-up, and in to provide balancing capacity wherethat can contribute to accommodating intermittent renewable energy supplies are variable;
Amendment 383 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 23
Paragraph 23
23. Notes that optimal, safe and sustainable use of domestic energy resources, and the competitiveness of infrastructure necessary for the stable supply of domestic or imported energy, including refining, can contribute to increased energy security; Highlights as well the finding of the Energy Roadmap that oil is likely to remain in the energy mix even in 2050 and will mainly fuel parts of long distance passenger and freight transport;
Amendment 401 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 24
Paragraph 24
24. While recognising that the EU operates in a global context and acting alone may not bring all the expected benefits, recalls the November 2011 TTE Council Conclusions on strengthening the external dimension of the EU energy policy, the need for a broader and more coordinated EU approach to international energy relations in order to meet global energy challenges and climate change, address competitiveness and carbon leakage related issues and maintain and promote the highest nuclear safety standards, while at the same time ensuring the safe, secure and diversified supply of energy;
Amendment 403 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 24 a (new)
Paragraph 24 a (new)
24a. Asks the Commission to come forward as soon as possible with an additional assessment giving suggestions for recommended actions that might prevent the risk of carbon leakage caused by reallocation of production outside the EU, especially assessing additional scenarios in the case of limited or no further global action on carbon emission reduction;
Amendment 442 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 29
Paragraph 29
29. Recognises that the ETS is the principal – though not the only – instrument for reducing industrial emissions and promoting investment in low carbon technologies; notes that further improvement of the ETS is necessary; notes that any changes to the ETS would require a careful assessment of the impact on electricity prices and on the competitiveness of energy-intensive industries in each Member State; calls on the Commission and the Member States to facilitate the development of innovative technological solutions by European industries;
Amendment 489 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 32 a (new)
Paragraph 32 a (new)
32a. Believes that energy infrastructure should become more end-user orientated, with a stronger focus on the interaction between distribution system capacities and consumption, and emphasises the need for real-time, two-directional power and information flows; points out the benefits for consumers of new technologies, such as demand-side energy management and demand-response systems, that improve energy efficiency of supply and demand;
Amendment 500 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 33
Paragraph 33
33. Calls on the Commission to ensure that Horizon 2020 and the European Innovation Partnerships under the Innovation Union prioritise the need to develop all types of sustainable low carbon technologies in order to spur EU competitiveness, promote job opportunities and bring about a change in consumer behaviour; supports the goals of the EU Strategic Energy Technology Plan and of the associated European Industrial Initiatives in this regard;
Amendment 511 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 34
Paragraph 34
34. Stresses the importance of further research and development by the industry into the use of natural gas in the road, maritime and aviation sectors;
Amendment 518 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 35 a (new)
Paragraph 35 a (new)
35a. Calls upon the Commission to gather the required data related to heat and heating as well as cooling, which are urgently needed to have a clear picture of the current situation - and, further, to build relevant scenarios for the future. The data should reflect sources and uses of heating and cooling, their energy-mix and the distribution of heating towards different final consumers (residential, industry, tertiary), with the share produced/distributed by District Heating;
Amendment 524 #
2012/2103(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 36 a (new)
Paragraph 36 a (new)
36a. Welcomes the forthcoming Commission Communication on CCS, on the internal market, on energy efficiency and energy technologies with a view to making further progress on the political choices identified in the Energy Roadmap 2050;
Amendment 15 #
2012/2099(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Stresses the importance of cohesion policy, and of the financial resources allocated to it, for the full development of energy and gas transmission infrastructure and networks (with particular reference to smart transmission) between the Member States and all regions of the EU, including the outermost regions, for the completion and functioning of the internal energy market, for security of supply and for achieving the goal of convergence among EU regions; stresses that no region of the Member States should remain isolated from European gas and electricity networks after 2015 or suffer from inadequate connection to energy networks;
Amendment 5 #
2012/2063(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. States that maternal death rates are disproportionately high in developing countries; notes with concern that African women are 175 times more likely to die in childbirth than women in the developed regions of the world1 ; stresses that accessible, affordable, adequate and high- quality emergency obstetric care is vital in order to reduce maternal death rates; emphasises that developing countries need increased numbers of qualified healthcare professionals to attend to women in labour and states the need for women to be informed about the sexual and reproductive health servicesprimary, gynaecological and obstetric health care as defined by the World Health Organisation they can access;
Amendment 10 #
2012/2063(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1 a (new)
Paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. Reaffirms its declaration A (2010) 21584 of the ACP-EU Parliamentary Assembly;
Amendment 28 #
2012/2063(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Reaffirms that girl children have equal status under the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and calls on EU delegations in developing countries to work with the governments of those countries to ensure that girl children enjoy their rights without discrimination, inter alia by requiring the immediate registration of all children after birth, granting girls and boys equal entitlement to education and schooling and ending the unethical and discriminatory practices of prenatal sex selection, abortion of female foetuses, female infanticide, early forced marriage, female genital mutilation and child prostitution; reaffirms its resolution of 5 July 2012 on the forced abortion scandal in China (2012/2712(RSP))1; __________________ 1 P7_TA(2012)0301
Amendment 32 #
2012/2063(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2 a (new)
Paragraph 2 a (new)
2a. reminds that EU and Member States must take into account the rights and duties of the parents, legal guardians, or other individuals legally responsible for the child when dealing with the rights of the child within the development assistance; calls the competent institutions to pay special attention to the relationships between parents and children, for example through programmes containing concrete measures specifically tailored to national requirements, seeking to provide maximum and optimum assistance for parents or guardians in the fulfilment of their parental duties in order to prevent family breakdown, children mistreatment and placement in social care as a result of serious poverty or ensure that such a measure is envisaged only as a very last resort;
Amendment 38 #
2012/2063(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Expresses concern about widespread gender-based violence, especially sexual violence and feminicide, in developing countries; states that upholding women's the legally binding international human rights, including their sexual and reproductive rights, is essential in order to end gender-based violencestruments do apply to both women and men and that its respect and implementation, is essential to end gender-based violence; states that upholding the fundamental right of all women to access to public health care systems, in particular to primary, gynaecological and obstetric health care as defined by the World Health Organisation, is part of the realisation of equal opportunities for women and men; calls on the Commission to make the fight against impunity for the perpetrators of such violence one of the priorities for its development assistance policy;
Amendment 24 #
2012/2062(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital F
Recital F
F. whereas the events of the ‘'Arab Spring’' have demonstrated the need to reshape the Neighbourhood Policy in order to give higher priority to dialogue with societies, which is indispensable to democratisation and transition processes; whereas this renewed policy should aim at further engaging partner countries in deeper democratic reforms and respect for fundamental rights, and in particular of core fundamental rights such as the ones to freedom of expression, freedom of religion, freedom of conscience, freedom of assembly and freedom of association, on the basis of the ‘'more for more’' approach and of mutual accountability between partner countries, the EU and its Member States;
Amendment 60 #
2012/2062(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10
Paragraph 10
10. Acknowledges the review's goal of placing human rights at the centre of the EU's relations with all third countries; considers it essential that the EU adopt an effective approach to its partners by advancing selected key priorities relating to human rights, democracy and the rule of law, and that it concentrate its efforts on this approach so as to channel efforts into deliverable and achievable outcomes; in the area of human rights, such key priorities should include core fundamental rights such as the ones to freedom of expression, freedom of religion, freedom of conscience, freedom of assembly and freedom of association;
Amendment 124 #
2012/2062(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 25
Paragraph 25
25. Insists that the High Representative and the Commission implement with conviction the renewed European Neighbourhood Policy by applying with equal attention the ‘'more for more’' and ‘'less for less’' principles; believes that countries clearly assessed as not making progress on deep democracy should see the Union's support reduced in line with the aims of this policy, particularly if (and in this context, particular attention should be devoted to) the key fundamental freedoms such as freedom of expression, freedom of religion, freedom of conscience, freedom of assembly and freedom of association are lacking or being denied; is concerned about the perpetuation of past attitudes whereby excessive political reward is given for steps taken by partner governments which do not contribute to the direct achievement of the objectives;
Amendment 140 #
2012/2050(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 30
Paragraph 30
30. Recalls that the Southern Neighbourhood is of vital importance to the European Union and urges that a better balance be struck between pursuing market-oriented, on the one hand, and human and social approaches on the other in the EU's response to the Arab Spring; calls, therefore, for a greater focus on employment, education, training and regional development in order to help alleviate the current social and economic crisis in these countries, and to provide the assistance needed to support the ongoing political reforms and social and economic development; underlines the importance of supporting institutional capacity-building, including for the parliaments of these countries, an independent judicial system, the strengthening of civil-society organisations and the formation of pluralist political parties within a secular system, as well as of marked improvements in the respect of key fundamental rights such as the one to freedom of religion, in its individual, collective, public, private and institutional aspects;
Amendment 2 #
2012/2036(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Citation 5 a (new)
Citation 5 a (new)
- having regard to the resolution of 19 December 2011 of the UNGA on combating intolerance, negative stereotyping, stigmatisation, discrimination, incitement to violence and violence against persons based on religion or belief1, __________________ 1 UN General Assembly Resolution A/RES/66/167.
Amendment 98 #
2012/2036(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point ab
Paragraph 1 – point ab
(ab) to focus on social and economic inclusion, democratic transition and political/electoral processes, capacity- building, the strengthening of civil society, the participation of young people in parliamentary democracy and the improvement of women's rightsprotection of freedom of expression, freedom of conscience and freedom of religion, as well as of women's rights, both at the level of social practices and of legislation;
Amendment 11 #
2012/2025(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital A
Recital A
A. whereas, in accordance with Article 49 TEU, any European state which respects and remains committed to the promotion of the values of human dignity, freedom, democracy, equality, the rule of law and respect for human rights, including the rights of persons belonging to minorities and in particular of religious and ethnic minorities, may apply to become a member of the Union; whereas these values are common to the Member States;
Amendment 21 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital C
Recital C
C. whereas the Energy Roadmap 2050 underlines that full integration of the European energy networks and the opening up of markets are critical for maintaining the balance between energy security, competitiveness, the aim of a low-emission economy and consumer satisfactioninterests;
Amendment 64 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Acknowledges that the trend of rising energy prices is likely to continue given its link to fuel prices, the impact of climate policyies and the investments needed to maintain and modernise energy systems;
Amendment 89 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Believes that smart technologies must not be restricted to automatic meter- reading only but must be completed with dynamic, online grid management incorporating such services as grid support services, voluntary demand-side response and local or home brokers; points out, however that the levels of energy consumption required for smart meters to provide economic advantages must be duly scrutinised and below those levels no obligatory investments in smart meters shall be imposed on consumers; is of the opinion, also, that taking into account existing differences between national grids any goals for smart meters are better placed at national level rather than the EU level;
Amendment 103 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Considers that vulnerable consumers must be protected and that, to that end, effective mechanisms must be put in place, while distortions of the energy market are avoided; points out, in this context, that one-size-fits-all approach that does not take into account the situation of some Member States may lead to a massive increase in energy poverty, which in some Member States is understood as a situation in which over 10 % of household budgets is spent on energy;
Amendment 122 #
Amendment 123 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7 a (new)
Paragraph 7 a (new)
7a. Is of the opinion that without genuine competition among energy producers and among suppliers all the efforts to complete the internal energy market may turn out to be futile and bring little benefit for consumers;
Amendment 124 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7 b (new)
Paragraph 7 b (new)
7b. In this context draws attention to the external dimension of the energy market which is intended to facilitate all Member States gaining access to diversified sources of energy, and gas in particular; calls on a strict application of the unbundling rule and other provisions of the third energy package vis-à-vis external suppliers;
Amendment 125 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7 c (new)
Paragraph 7 c (new)
7c. Believes that the pricing mechanism of gas based on oil-indexation is obsolete and leads to market distortions since the price of gas usually does not correspond to the demand for gas; in this regard calls on both EU and national legislatures and regulatory bodies to support the transition of the gas pricing mechanism from the oil-indexation to more flexible alternatives like hub-based price mechanism while respecting the freedom of commercial exchange;
Amendment 126 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7 d (new)
Paragraph 7 d (new)
7d. Points out to the growing role of gas hubs and supports their developments in creating a fair competition in the energy market;
Amendment 148 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9
Paragraph 9
9. Believes that the lack of full implementation of internal energy market legislation and insufficient diversification of energy suppliers remains the main obstacles for the completion of this market;
Amendment 165 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10
Paragraph 10
10. Stresses that modernising the existing infrastructure, and building new, intelligent and flexible generation, transmission, distribution and storage infrastructure, is essential for a well-integrated and well- connected energy market, where the stability of transmission systems is ensured even across borders to avoid any negative effects such as unplanned power flows, where supply at affordable prices is secured, where the potential for cogeneration and efficiency, and for exploiting renewable and unconventional energy sources, is fully exploited, and where no Member State remains isolated from the European gas and electricity networks;
Amendment 26 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 11
Recital 11
Amendment 34 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 15
Recital 15
(15) The likelihood of diverging regulation is further increased by concerns over tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco products, having a characterising flavour other than tobacco or menthol, which may facilitate uptake of tobacco consumption or affect consumption patterns. For example, in many countries, sales of mentholated products gradually increased even as smoking prevalence overall declined. A number of studies indicated that mentholated tobacco products can facilitate inhalation as well as smoking uptake among young people. Measures introducing unjustified differences of treatment between flavoured cigarettes (e.g. menthol and clove cigarettes) should be avoided36 .
Amendment 52 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 23
Recital 23
(23) In order to ensure the integrity and the visibility of health warnings and maximise their efficacy, provisions should be made regarding the dimension of the warnings as well as regarding certain aspects of the appearance of the tobacco package, including the opening mechanism. The package and the products may mislead consumers, in particular young people, suggesting that products are less harmful. For instance, this is the case with certain texts or features, such as ‘low-tar’, ‘light’, ‘ultra-light’, ‘mild’, ‘natural’, ‘organic’, ‘without additives’, ‘without flavours’, ‘slim’, names, pictures, and figurative or other signs. Likewise, the size and appearance of individual cigarettes can mislead consumers by creating the impression that they are less harmful. A recent study has also shown that smokers of slim cigarettes were more likely to believe that their own brand might be less harmful. This should be addressed.
Amendment 87 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 40
Recital 40
(40) A Member State that deems it necessary to maintain more stringent national provisions for aspects falling inside the scope of this Directive should be allowed to do so, for all products alike, on grounds of overriding needs relating to the protection of public health. A Member State should also be allowed to introduce more stringent provisions, applying to all products alike, on grounds relating to the specific situation of this Member State and provided the provisions are justified by the need to protect public health. More stringent national provisions should be necessary and proportionate, not constitute a means of arbitrary discrimination or a disguised restriction on trade between Member States. Stricter national provisions require prior notification to, and approval from, the Commission taking into account the high level of health protection achieved through this Directive.
Amendment 108 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 4
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 4
(4) ‘characterising flavour’ means a distinguishable aroma or taste other than tobacco or menthol, resulting from an additive or combination of additives, including but not limited to fruit, spice, herb, alcohol, candy, menthol or vanilla observable before or upon intended use of the tobacco product;
Amendment 135 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 3 – paragraph 2
Article 3 – paragraph 2
Amendment 144 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 3 – paragraph 3
Article 3 – paragraph 3
Amendment 154 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 5 – paragraph 2
Article 5 – paragraph 2
2. Member States shall ensure the dissemination of information submitted in accordance with paragraph 1 on a dedicated website, which is available to the general public. In doing so Member States shall take due account of the need to protect information which constitutes a trade secret.
Amendment 203 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 10
Article 6 – paragraph 10
Amendment 223 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 8 – paragraph 3
Article 8 – paragraph 3
3. For cigarette packets the general warning and the information message shall be printed on the lateral sides of the unit packets. These warnings shall have a width of not less than 20 mm and a height of not less than 43 mm. For roll-your-own tobacco the information message shall be printed on the surface that becomes visible when opening the unit packet. Both the general warning and the information message shall cover 50% of the surface on which they are printed.
Amendment 225 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 8 – paragraph 4
Article 8 – paragraph 4
Amendment 242 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point c
(c) cover 7540 % of the external area of both the front andsurface and 50% of the external area of the back surface of the unit packet and any outside packaging;
Amendment 245 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point e
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point e
(e) be positioned at the bottopm edge of the unit packet and any outside packaging, and in the same direction as any other information appearing on the packaging;
Amendment 260 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point g
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point g
Amendment 264 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point g – point i
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point g – point i
(i) height: not less than 6450 mm;
Amendment 265 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point g – point ii
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point g – point ii
(ii) width: not less than 5542 mm.
Amendment 275 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 – paragraph 3 – point c
Article 9 – paragraph 3 – point c
(c) define the position, format, layout, design, rotation and proportions of the health warnings;
Amendment 302 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 5
Article 10 – paragraph 5
Amendment 329 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 12 – paragraph 2
Article 12 – paragraph 2
2. Prohibited elements and features may include but are not limited to texts, symbols, names, trade marks, figurative or other signs, misleading colours, inserts or other additional material such as adhesive labels, stickers, onserts, scratch-offs and sleeves or relate to the shape of the tobacco product itself. Cigarettes with a diameter of less than 7.5 mm shall be deemed to be misleading.
Amendment 413 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 18 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
1. The followingIf nicotine- containing products are presented as having properties for treating or preventing disease they may only be placed on the market if they were authorised pursuant to Directive 2001/83/EC:
Amendment 417 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 18 – paragraph 1 – point a
Amendment 421 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 18 – paragraph 1 – point b
Amendment 424 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 18 – paragraph 1 – point c
Amendment 429 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18 – paragraph 2
Article 18 – paragraph 2
Amendment 438 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18 – paragraph 5
Article 18 – paragraph 5
5. The Commission shall, be empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 22 to adapt the requirements in paragraphs 3 and 4 taking intoy 1 January 2017, carry out a study on nicotine containing products in consultation with the relevant stakeholders and the Member States. This study will include ac count scientific and market developments and to adopt and adapt the position, format, layout, design and rotation of the health warningmprehensive safety evaluation, a risk assessment and a cost-benefit analysis, and will present a variety of potential legislative options.
Amendment 446 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 22 – paragraph 2
Article 22 – paragraph 2
2. The power to adopt delegated acts referred to in Articles 3(2), 3(3), 4(3), 4(4), 6(3), 6(9), 6(10), 8(4), 9(3), 10(59(3), 11(3), 13(3), 13(4), 14(9), 18(2) and 18(5) shall be conferred on the Commission for an indeterminate period of time from [Office of Publications: please insert the date of the entry into force of this Directive].
Amendment 455 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 22 – paragraph 3
Article 22 – paragraph 3
3. The delegation of powers referred to in Articles 3(2), 3(3), 4(3), 4(4), 6(3), 6(9), 6(10), 8(4), 9(3), 10(59(3), 11(3), 13(3), 13(4), 14(9), 18(2) and 18(5) may be revoked at any time by the European Parliament or by the Council. A decision to revoke shall put an end to the delegation of the power specified in that decision. It shall take effect the day following the publication of the decision in the Official Journal of the European Union or at a later date specified therein. It shall not affect the validity of any delegated acts already in force.
Amendment 464 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 22 – paragraph 5
Article 22 – paragraph 5
5. A delegated act pursuant to Articles 3(2), 3(3), 4(3), 4(4), 6(3), 6(9), 6(10), 8(4), 9(3), 10(59(3), 11(3), 13(3), 13(4), 14(9), 18(2) and 18(5) shall enter into force only if no objection has been expressed either by the European Parliament or the Council within a period of two months of notification of that act to the European Parliament and the Council or if, before the expiry of that period, the European Parliament and the Council have both informed the Commission that they will not object. That period shall be extended by two months at the initiative of the European Parliament or of the Council.
Amendment 1 #
Amendment 14 #
2012/0202(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Recital 2
Recital 2
(2) For the purposes of legal certainty and market predictability, it should be clarified that, in order to ensure an orderly functioning of the market and prevent excessive price fluctuations, the Commission is able in exceptional circumstances to adapt the auction timetable pursuant to Article 10(4) of Directive 2003/87/EC.
Amendment 28 #
2012/0202(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 1
Article 1
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1
The Commission shall, where appropriate, adapmay, in exceptional circumstances, propose to adjust the timetable for eachthe period so as to ensure an orderly functioning of the marketreferred to in Article 13(1) beginning on 1 January 2013 so as to ensure an orderly functioning of the market. The Commission shall propose no more than one such adjustment and only after stakeholder consultation. In order to ensure the predictability of the auctions, in particular as regards the estimated volumes of allowances in accordance with this paragraph any modification, including reduction of the volume or part of the volume of allowances to be auctioned is strictly prohibited.
Amendment 34 #
2012/0202(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 1 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraphs 1 a and 1 b (new)
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraphs 1 a and 1 b (new)
1a. In Article 10(4), the following subparagraphs are inserted: "Any adaptation should be accompanied by the impact assessment on the Member States level of the above mentioned adaptation on the Member States auctioning revenues. Where the adaptation referred to in the first subparagraph leads to a decrease in any Member State in the auctioning revenues in 2013 and in each subsequent year up to 2020, the Commission shall propose compensatory measures minimizing the negative impact on Member States' revenues."
Amendment 35 #
2012/0202(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 1 – paragraph 1 b (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 1 b (new)
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10 – paragraph 4 subparagraph 1 c (new)
Article 10 – paragraph 4 subparagraph 1 c (new)
1b. In Article 10(4), the following subparagraph is inserted: "Any adaptation should apply only to Member States with full auctioning for the power sector and in no way affect the volume of allowances to be auctioned of the Member States opting to use transitional free allocation for the modernisation of the electricity generation in accordance with Article 10c."
Amendment 36 #
2012/0202(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 1 – paragraph 1 c (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 1 c (new)
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 d (new)
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 d (new)
1c. In Article 10(4), the following subparagraph is inserted: "Any adaptation resulting in limiting the volume of allowances to be auctioned in 2013 or in any subsequent year up to 2020, shall not apply to Member States set out in Annex IIb."
Amendment 37 #
2012/0202(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 1 – paragraph 1 d (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 1 d (new)
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 e (new)
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 e (new)
1d. In Article 10(4), the following subparagraph is inserted: "Any adaptation resulting in limiting the volume of allowances to be auctioned in 2013 or in any subsequent year up to 2020, shall not apply to Member States set out in Annex IIa."
Amendment 38 #
2012/0202(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 1 – paragraph 1 e (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 1 e (new)
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 f (new)
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 f (new)
1e. In Article 10(4), the following subparagraph is inserted: "In order to ensure the predictability of the auctions, in particular as regards the estimated volumes of allowances in accordance with this paragraph any modification, including reduction of the volume or part of the volume of allowances to be auctioned require unanimity among all Member States."
Amendment 43 #
2012/0202(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 1 a (new)
Article 1 a (new)
Article 1a Paragraph 1 of Article 29a is replaced by the following: "1. If, for more than six consecutive months, the allowance price is less or more than three times the average price of allowances during the two preceding years on the European carbon market, the Commission shall immediately convene a meeting of the Committee established by Article 9 of Decision No 280/2004/EC."
Amendment 44 #
2012/0202(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 1 b (new)
Article 1 b (new)
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 29a – paragraph 2 – point a
Article 29a – paragraph 2 – point a
Article 1b Point (a) of Article 29a(2) is replaced by the following: "(a) a measure which allows Member States to delay or bring forward the auctioning of a part of the quantity to be auctioned;"
Amendment 45 #
2012/0202(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 1 c (new)
Article 1 c (new)
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 29a – paragraph 2 – point b a (new)
Article 29a – paragraph 2 – point b a (new)
Article 1c In Article 29a(2), the following point is added: "(ba) a measure which allows Member States to abandon the auctioning of a part of the quantity to be auctioned."
Amendment 41 #
2012/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 1
Article 1 – point 1
Regulation (EC) No 443/2009
Article 1 – paragraph 2
Article 1 – paragraph 2
From 2020 onwards, this Regulation sets a target of 95 g CO2/km as average emissions for the new car fleet as measured in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 715/2007 and, Annex III and XII to Regulation (EC) No 692/2008 and its implementing measures, and innovative technologies, ECE R83-06 and ECE R101 in each case as valid on the ...+. ____________________ + OJ: Please insert the date of adoption of this Regulation.
Amendment 64 #
2012/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Regulation (EC) No 443/2009
Article 5 a (new) – paragraph 1
Article 5 a (new) – paragraph 1
1. In calculating the average specific emissions of CO2, each new passenger car with specific emissions of CO2 ofthat are less than 35 50g CO2/km shall be counted as 1.3 passenger cars in the period from 2020 to 2023 anor emitting less than 50% of the CO2 value given by its specific emission target set in the formula in Annex 1, with a cap of 70g CO2/km shall be counted as 1.5 passenger cars as from 202416 onwards.
Amendment 68 #
2012/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Regulation (EC) No 443/2009
Article 5 a (new) – paragraph 2
Article 5 a (new) – paragraph 2
Amendment 103 #
2012/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 10 – point c
Article 1 – point 10 – point c
Regulation (EC) No 443/2009
Article 13 – paragraph 5
Article 13 – paragraph 5
5. By 31 December 20142017 at the earliest, the Commission shall review the specific emissions targets, modalities and other aspects of this Regulation in order to establish the CO2 emission targets for new passenger cars for the period beyond 2020. and not before the new test cycle and test procedures are fully defined, implemented and the first results assessed."
Amendment 5 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital A (new)
Recital A (new)
A. whereas the International Energy Agency estimates that global liquefaction capacity will increase from 380 billion cubic metres (bcm) in 2011 to 540bcm in 2020,
Amendment 6 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital B (new)
Recital B (new)
B. whereas according to the EU treaties, Member States have the right to determine their own energy mix,
Amendment 7 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital C (new)
Recital C (new)
C. whereas shale gas development can have a significant impact on the dynamics and prices on the natural gas market and on power generation;
Amendment 8 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital D (new)
Recital D (new)
D. whereas chemicals used for hydraulic fracturing have to be registered at the European Chemicals Agency and they cannot receive approval unless it is ensured that they do not cause damage to the environment, or that such damage is mitigated (under the REACH regulation);
Amendment 9 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital E (new)
Recital E (new)
E. whereas unconventional gas in the form of tight gas, shale gas and coal bed methane already contribute to more than half of US gas production with shale gas showing the largest increase;
Amendment 10 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital F (new)
Recital F (new)
F. whereas oil is already produced from oil shales in Estonia and exploration for oil from shale formations has taken place in the Paris basin;
Amendment 29 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3 a (new)
Paragraph 3 a (new)
3 a. Notes that according to the US Energy Information Administration, domestic production in the US is projected to provide 46% of gas supply by 2035;
Amendment 49 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6 a (new)
Paragraph 6 a (new)
6 a. Reiterates its call on the Commission to come forward, by the end of 2012, with an analysis of the future of the global and EU gas market, including the impact of the gas infrastructure projects already planned (such as the projects developed in the context of the Southern Corridor), new LNG terminals, the impact of shale gas on the US gas market (notably on LNG import needs) and the impact of possible shale gas developments in the EU on the future of security of gas supply and prices; believes the analysis should reflect, and take as a starting point, the current state of infrastructure development and the EUs 2020 CO2 targets; stresses that all relevant stakeholders should be consulted;
Amendment 102 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 12 a (new)
Paragraph 12 a (new)
12 a. Points out that a stable regulatory framework is essential both to create the right environment for gas companies to invest in much-needed infrastructure and research and development and to prevent market distortions;
Amendment 126 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 17
Paragraph 17
17. Calls for further research and development into tools and technologies, including CCS, to support and enhance the sustainable and safe development of unconventional gas, recognises, therefore, the wider role that technology and innovation in the gas sector can contribute to the EU skills base and competitiveness;
Amendment 135 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 17 a (new)
Paragraph 17 a (new)
17 a. Notes the technological developments in Austria, where the industry is proposing the use of fracking fluids containing only water, sand and cornstarch; recommends that other Member States and the Commission examine the possibility of extracting shale gas without the use of chemicals, and calls for further research and development into such techniques and/or practices that would mitigate potential impacts on the environment;
Amendment 173 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 23
Paragraph 23
23. Is well aware that public attitudes to shale gas development vary between the Member States and that negative attitudes are often caused by misinformation; calls for better public information relating to shale gas operations and supports the creation of portals providing access to a wide range of public information on shale gas operations; urges companies extracting shale gas in the EU to provide, prior to drilling, full information on their activities, including public disclosure of the chemicals they intend to use in hydraulic fracturing;
Amendment 179 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 24
Paragraph 24
24. Notes that it is particularly important for EU shale gas operators to engage and build strong relationships with local communities at every stage of their operations, given that the EU has a higher population density than the USA and landowners in Europe do not own underground resources and so do not benefit directly from extraction, as in the USA; calls in this regard for the establishment of fiscal frameworks which are competitive for industry but at the same time allow national and local communities to benefit from shale gas resources; calls also on shale gas companies to ensure local communities benefit from shale gas development;
Amendment 190 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 26 a (new)
Paragraph 26 a (new)
26 a. Believes that concerns over the potential of shale gas development to damage water supplies through leakage from wells can be addressed through the adoption of best practices in well development and construction, especially casing, cementing, and pressure management, together with pressure testing of cemented casing and state-of- the-art cement bond logs to confirm formation isolation; invites the Member States to ensure that these practices are followed in shale gas development, including by means of site inspections;
Amendment 198 #
2011/2309(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 28 a (new)
Paragraph 28 a (new)
28 a. Calls also on shale gas operators to test domestic water wells close to their wells both before and during production and to disclose resulting information to the public in an accessible, understandable and transparent manner;
Amendment 3 #
2011/2308(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Emphasises that numerous studies, and experience from the US, demonstrate that a number of serious risks to the environment and health are associated with shale gas extraction, however they may be sufficiently mitigated by an appropriate legislative framework; calls on the Commission, the Member States and the EIB neither to fund nor to otherwiseto make funding or other types of support for exploration and exploitation of shale gas and oil in developing countries, given the serious sustainability concerns dependent on the existence of laws protecting human health and the environment;
Amendment 11 #
2011/2308(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Stresses that the exploitation of unconventional oil and gas resources could hamper the achievement of ‘MDG 7 on Environmental Sustainability’, while jeopardising commitments taken regarding climate change, that already affect poor countries the mostfoster economic development by relying on indigenous energy resources and in some instances also enable the realisation of commitments taken regarding climate change, if a particular country is significantly dependent on other types of fossil fuels, such as coal;
Amendment 17 #
2011/2308(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Underlines that land acquisitions for oil and gas mining are a majorwhilst an irresponsible use of land for the production of biofuels is an important driver of land- grabbing globally and pose a significant threat to the world's indigenous communities, farmers and poor people in terms of access to water, fertile soil and food, shale gas is among the most efficient energy sources in terms of water used for energy unit and does not require a big area of land for a well-pad site;
Amendment 23 #
2011/2308(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Notes with concern that the current regulatory framework of EU legislation does not provides an adequate guarantee against the risks to the environment and human health resulting from shale gas activities; is worried, therefore, abouof the opinion that any potential investment by European companies in unconventional oil or gas resources in developing countries should be accompanied by necessary adjustments of their laws to the scale of shale oil and gas operations;
Amendment 30 #
2011/2308(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Takes the view that, in hosting companies investing in extractive activities, the EU has a responsibility to influence their behaviour as regards more sustainable practices, i.e. by strengthening corporate governance standards and regulations applied to the banks and funds that finance themrelying on the Best Available Practices of shale gas extraction developed by the International Energy Agency, abiding existing environmental laws and liability stipulations in cases of possible accidents;
Amendment 39 #
2011/2308(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Notes that many instruments exist that could address the negative social and environmental impacts of the activities of extractive industries, such as the Global Reporting Initiative, the UN Global Compact and the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises; points out, however, that voluntary guidelines aremay be in some cases insufficient to mitigate the negative impacts of extraction;
Amendment 41 #
2011/2308(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 7
Paragraph 7
Amendment 2 #
2011/2185(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Citation 2 a (new)
Citation 2 a (new)
- having regard to the Council conclusions of 21 February 2011 on intolerance, discrimination and violence on the basis of freedom of religion or belief,
Amendment 9 #
2011/2185(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Citation 25 a (new)
Citation 25 a (new)
- having regard to United Nations General Assembly resolution 66/167 on Elimination of all forms of intolerance and of discrimination based on religion or belief,
Amendment 18 #
2011/2185(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital A
Recital A
A. whereas the founding Treaties commit the Union to having its external actions guided by the principles of democracy, the rule of law, the universality and indivisibility of human rights and fundamental freedoms, respect for human dignity and the rights of minorities, the principles of equality and solidarity, and respect for the principles of the United Nations Charter and international law;
Amendment 20 #
2011/2185(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital C
Recital C
C. whereas democracy with the rule of law is the best safeguard of human rights, tolerance and equality;
Amendment 26 #
2011/2185(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital E a (new)
Recital E a (new)
E a. whereas freedom of religion or belief continues to be under growing threat in many parts of the world by governmental and societal restrictions alike, resulting in discrimination, intolerance and violence against individuals and religious communities, including religious minority representatives;
Amendment 38 #
2011/2185(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Stresses, too, that the Union's policies must not only be consistent, but also exemplary, in order to maximise its moral authority globally; insists that a clear indication that the recommendations made in the 2007 Fava report on the transportation and illegal detention of prisoners will be implemented, and welcomes the initiative to draw up a follow-up Parliamentary report;
Amendment 43 #
2011/2185(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Believes that the recast of the asylum directives should put an end to continuing concerns about human rights breaches, as well as allegations of double standards by EU Member States in this area; maintains that the Member States should provide correlation tables for the pertinent provisions of the directives, in order to allow for proper scrutiny of their implementation; stresses that the difficult exercise of developing a common policy presents an opportunity to build on best practice; underlines the role to be played by the European Asylum Support Office (EASO);
Amendment 51 #
2011/2185(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Encourages the negotiations on the EU's accession to the European Convention on Human Rights, and deplores the obstructionist attitude of some EU Member States, notably France and the United Kingdom;
Amendment 79 #
2011/2185(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 11
Paragraph 11
11. Warmly welcomes the HR/VP's statement to Parliament on 13 December 2011 following up on Parliament's long- standing call for the creation of an EU Special Representative on Human Rights; endorses her view that this would ‘act as a catalyst and raise our profile internationally’, and urges the creation of this function forthwith; calls for the post- holder to be an internationally renowned expert in, and represent the HR/VP in relation to, human rights and international humanitarian law and international justice;
Amendment 88 #
2011/2185(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13
Paragraph 13
13. Recommends that, to move beyond general ideas of human rights mainstreaming, a set of practical measures be drawn up which must be binding on all EU officials working externally; stresses that training on human rights must be compulsory across the EEAS and relevant parts of the Commission; recommends that tasks pertaining to mainstreaming be incorporated into officials' job descriptions as part of the yearly staff evaluationnd taken into account in regular evaluations of staff performance;
Amendment 102 #
2011/2185(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. Welcomes the adoption by the UN General Assembly of resolution 65/276 on the participation of the EU in the work of the UN as a modest start to a greater endeavour to upgrade the EU role in the human rights work of the organisation; stresses that speaking with one voice should not come at the expense of human rights concerns and, on the contrary, considers that the EU must now vigorously insist on exercising its rights and put its enhanced status to work in order to pursue an ambitious human rights strategy;
Amendment 105 #
2011/2185(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16
Paragraph 16
16. Welcomes the constructive role played by the EU in the reform of the Human Rights Council (HRC), in particular its total support for the independence of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, its defence of the role of Special Procedures, country mandates and the indivisibility of all human rights; recommends that the EU and its Member States state their clear opposition to the practice of regional groups putting forward ‘clean slates’ for elections to the HRC; welcomes the first complete cycle of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR), and recommends that EU Member States lead by example, building on from the first round input following consultations at national level; endorses the inclusion of follow-up to the UPR on the agenda of EU human rights dialogues with third countries and in Country Strategy Papers; recommends that the EU encourage joint action at the HRC on Eritrea's domestic human rights situation, and encourages member states of the HRC to seek a Special Procedures mandate to monitor the situation in Eritrea on an on-going basis;
Amendment 129 #
2011/2185(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 22
Paragraph 22
22. Reiterates its conviction that all EU external actions must combine a development dimension which focuses on socio-economic progress for all based on sustainable development, and a political dimension which supports pluralism, democracy and respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms;
Amendment 181 #
2011/2185(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 38 a (new)
Paragraph 38 a (new)
38 a. Stresses the need to also support young democracies and democratic movements in the Eastern Neighbourhood; continues to be concerned in particular about the situation in Belarus, and urges the EEAS and EU Member States to continue to support civil society activists in the country;
Amendment 250 #
Amendment 255 #
2011/2185(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 63
Paragraph 63
63. Urges the Council and Commission to develop a toolkit on the advancement of the right to freedom of religion or belief in the EU's external policy, including mechanisms to identify and address infringements, and to involve the European Parliament, civil society organisations in its preparand academics in its preparation, use and evaluation; welcomes the EU's action in various UN forums against intolerance and discrimination based on religion or belief and its unwavering and principled stance against the resolutions on combating defamation of religions; stresses in particular the importance of engaging in a constructive dialogue with the Organisation of the Islamic Conference (OIC) on this issue;
Amendment 259 #
2011/2185(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 63 a (new)
Paragraph 63 a (new)
63 a. Restates its concern regarding the full and effective respect of the right to freedom of religion for all religious minorities in a number of third countries; in this context stresses the fact that freedom of worship is but one aspect of the right to freedom of religion, as the latter includes the freedom to change one's religion and to also manifest it in teaching, practice and observance, at the individual, collective, private, public and institutional level; in this context stresses that the public element is central to religious freedom, and that to prevent Christian believers from expressing their faith publicly, while reducing their religion to a private phenomenon, gravely violates their right to religious freedom;
Amendment 260 #
2011/2185(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 63 a (new)
Paragraph 63 a (new)
63 a. In the light of recent events in countries such as Nigeria, Egypt and Indonesia, urges the EEAS and the EU Member States to put in place concrete actions to help prevent the emergence of a cycle of violence; recognises the growing need for conflict transformation and reconciliatory efforts including inter-faith dialogue at various levels and urges the EU to address discriminatory and inflammatory content in education material and in the media in its dialogues with third countries;
Amendment 262 #
2011/2185(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 63 b (new)
Paragraph 63 b (new)
63 b. Underlines the fact that obstacles still exist in many parts of the world that impede the free profession of faith, and calls on HR/VP Ashton and on the European Commission to insist on such issues in the context of its relevant initiatives concerning human rights;
Amendment 263 #
2011/2185(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 63 b (new)
Paragraph 63 b (new)
63 b. Maintains that freedom of assembly is a vital aspect of the right to freedom of religion or belief and strongly regrets that in many countries around the world religious communities are denied the right to meet together; stresses that registration of religious groups should not be an essential requirement in order to practice a religion; is concerned about the existing obligation in many Central Asian countries and in Vietnam for religious groups to be obliged to register with a state-sanctioned system tightly controlled by the government;
Amendment 266 #
2011/2185(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 63 c (new)
Paragraph 63 c (new)
63 c. Invites the EEAS and other EU institutions to combat unacceptable practices such as forced conversions and the criminalization/punishment for cases of so-called 'apostasy', applying pressure on third countries, such as Pakistan, Iran and Saudi Arabia that still carry out such practices, so that these practices are eliminated; calls for an equally firm stance against the instrumentalisation of blasphemy laws for the purpose of persecuting members of religious minorities;
Amendment 268 #
2011/2185(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 63 d (new)
Paragraph 63 d (new)
63 d. Considers that in third countries where religious minorities, including Christians, are faced with violations of their rights, such problems cannot be solved by protecting and isolating Christians "from" the surrounding societies and thus creating 'parallel societies', be it by the State or by any religious community, but in 'common citizenship': this means that every citizen in the areas under consideration must have equal protection and equal rights;
Amendment 331 #
2011/2185(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 90
Paragraph 90
90. Supports the EU concept of ‘deep democracy’ developed by the High Representative; regrets that discrimination and gender equality criteria are not included within this concept; urges the EEAS to fully integrate anti- discrimination/Vice-President which should fully integrate measures and benchmarks in order to ensure that there is a clear focus on the issue offollowing freedoms and issues, namely, freedom of conscience, religion and thought, freedom of expression, freedom of assembly, women's rights and equal political participation;
Amendment 106 #
2011/2157(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Stresses the importance of building a partnership with societies and, in that context, takes note of the proposal for a Civil Society Facility (CSF) as a way to target resources more effectively and efficiently towards civil society; instruments should also be identified to concretely support religious and ethnic minorities in the areas covered by the initiative;
Amendment 115 #
2011/2157(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Calls on the EEAS and the Commission to provide a clear methodology and detailed benchmarks to assess the democracy record of these countries concerning respect for and promotion of democracy and human rights (including in particular freedom of speech, conscience, religion, association and the media) and to deliver regular sufficiently detailed reports, which should be the basis for the allocation of funds under the new performance-based approach ‘more for more’; asks for these reports to be presented annually to its Committee on Foreign Affairs; insists on the need to systematically include civil- society organisations, as well as the Churches, at all stages of the review process;
Amendment 186 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 12
Paragraph 12
12. This layer is the space for overall research, fundamental and applied, and social sciences and humanities; coordination participants are universities and research centres/institutes, although the industrial sector, as well as non-profit organizations which pursue aims of general social utility, should be encouraged to participate;
Amendment 193 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13
Paragraph 13
13. The key words here are originality, quality and potential of projects, and not only the possible marketed results, with particular reference to projects concerning “non-technological innovation and social innovation” leading to a true development of the person and of society, to which priority attention will have to be devoted;
Amendment 200 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13 a (new)
Paragraph 13 a (new)
13a. Support to research aimed at bringing actual innovation into the market will have to be accompanied by the facilitation and support to funding for projects of ‘social research’ promoted by non-profit organizations which pursue aims of general social utility; this could also happen through the provision for appropriate budget lines and simplification of administrative procedures;
Amendment 319 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 25 a (new)
Paragraph 25 a (new)
25a. Calls for the reallocation of R&D&I funding to fields of research that are more likely to meet the objectives of a “smart growth” in the light of the 2020 Strategy (e.g., the effectiveness and the actual impact of the projects on society, the creation of real European added value, the strengthening of cross-border collaborative research and mobility and the building of European networks and of the European Research Area);
Amendment 344 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 26 a (new)
Paragraph 26 a (new)
26a. Underlines the importance of fostering research which supports social policies based on robust scientific evidence, including those concerning family;
Amendment 375 #
2011/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 28
Paragraph 28
28. Calls for an intensification of international cooperation through effective reinforcement of capacity building and the establishment of fair partnerships with developing countries in order better to tackle global challenges, to help develop their own research and to reap the benefits of research;
Amendment 24 #
2011/2095(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Recallognises that unilateral action is not sufficient for the purposes of reducing emissions and that the extensive involvement of non-EU countries is also necessaryclimate change is a global issue that requires the extensive involvement of non-EU countries; unilateral action alone is not sufficient for the purposes of ensuring effective emissions reductions;
Amendment 31 #
2011/2095(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Calls for greater consistency with Community programmes and policies, where appropriate and cost-effective, in order that the roadmap objectives can be achieved;
Amendment 43 #
2011/2095(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Hopes that bindingeasily measurable objectives will be established for each sector together with a realistic timetable, in order to inspire confidence among, and to encourage, private investors as well as to avoid distortion of competition in the EU and to prevent competitiveness loss of the EU energy-intensive industry on the global marketplace;
Amendment 59 #
2011/2095(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Considers that the achievement of these objectives by 2050 could lead to a secure energy supply and higher rate of employment growth for the EU and should aim to reduce the risk of carbon leakage in the EU especially in energy intensive sectors;
Amendment 77 #
2011/2095(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 7
Paragraph 7
7. Underlines the importance of R&D for the development of low emissions technology, and requests that funds for energy research as part of the Horizon 2020 initiative be at least doublreviewed;
Amendment 111 #
2011/2095(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 9
Paragraph 9
9. Invites the Member States to invest more in energy infrastructure, in particular in energy networks and smart meters and, with regard to inter-regional connections, to launch an investment plan based on the European Energy Infrastructure Package to secure deep diversification of energy supply sources, which implies both the diversification of transit routes and a country of origin;
Amendment 17 #
2011/2069(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Citation 11
Citation 11
Amendment 155 #
2011/2069(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14 a (new)
Paragraph 14 a (new)
14a. Acknowledges the need to protect Member States from any undue pressure in the area of family law;
Amendment 182 #
2011/2069(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16 a (new)
Paragraph 16 a (new)
16a. Recalls that discriminating also means to treat equally intrinsically different situations; invites avoidance of instrumentalisation, forced interpretations or privileged treatment for any of the grounds of discrimination;
Amendment 188 #
2011/2069(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16 b (new)
Paragraph 16 b (new)
16b. Underlines that, in the area of the fight against discrimination, it is necessary to take fully into account the specificity of discrimination on grounds of disability;
Amendment 321 #
2011/2069(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 32
Paragraph 32
32. Stresses that the reform of the EU’s data protection regime should increase transparency and awareness of data protection rights and make remedies and sanctions more effective; stresses that lowering existing standards and reducing national competences, including those ofand the role of national constitutions and constitutional courts, is out of the question;
Amendment 387 #
2011/2069(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 40 a (new)
Paragraph 40 a (new)
40a. Considers that in the area of the rights of the child, the primacy of the role of guidance that the mother and the father share with regard to their children and their unique and privileged position in respect of the protection of the child’s best interests, must be fully taken into account; moreover, the harmonious and full development of the personality of the child and the protection of her/his psychological integrity must receive particular attention;
Amendment 11 #
2011/2068(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Points out that the success of resource efficiency policy greatly depends on its being consistent with all relevant internal and external EU policies and on the political commitment of Member States to implementing it; urges the Commission to come forward with clear targetsa consensus on clear, reachable and easily measurable targets and indicators before Rio+20 to ensure that the flagship proposal will be successful;
Amendment 14 #
2011/2068(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
Amendment 22 #
2011/2068(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3 a (new)
Paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. Reminds the fact that resource efficiency should aim to help Europe boost technical performance to extract more along the whole value chain (when mining, processing, refining, recycling);
Amendment 23 #
2011/2068(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3 b (new)
Paragraph 3 b (new)
3b. Notes that using indirect taxation or removing existing subsidies should not be an adequate tool to increase resource efficiency as it may lead to negative externalities in various sectors and raise social equity concerns; any increase in the total cost of raw materials may also have a consequence of the investment being drawn out of the EU;
Amendment 31 #
2011/2068(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Highlights the fact that boosting resource efficiency requires a profound change in consumption and production patterns, achievable through new solutions for smart resource management; calls, therefore, for investment in product design, resource recycling and waste management, substitution and re-use as well as in research on new sustainable mining technologies;
Amendment 38 #
2011/2068(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4 a (new)
Paragraph 4 a (new)
4a. Stresses the importance of using its own resources for the competitiveness and innovation of the European industry; emphasizes the role of new mining technologies for the sustainable mining;
Amendment 54 #
2011/2068(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Believes that a greater effort should be made to develop existing mineral, metal and forestry resources in Europe; stresses northern Europe's potential to contribute to EU raw material needs and calls for the strategic and environmentally sound development and management of its resources;
Amendment 66 #
2011/2068(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Highlights the increased global competition for resources and ‘technology metals’; stresses that European ‘green leadership’ globally and the ‘green jobs’ potential in the EU are highly dependent on a secure supply of these imported resources; calls for an EU trade policy based on transparency, reciprocity and respect for democracy, the environment and sustainable development in exporting countries;
Amendment 26 #
2011/2056(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital O (new)
Recital O (new)
O. whereas the EU Member States, Australia and the United States have the potential to develop its own resources’ extraction of the critical raw materials (CRM), base metals and rare earth elements (REE),
Amendment 49 #
2011/2056(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3 a (new)
Paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. Emphasises the sustainable and complementary meaning of the use of own resources in the EU Member States, the effective trade policy and a good raw materials’ governance, based on efficient use and recycling, for the European raw materials policy;
Amendment 51 #
2011/2056(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3 b (new)
Paragraph 3 b (new)
3b. Stresses that the restrictions in access to the critical raw materials (CRM), base metals and rare earth elements (REE) are a significant threat to the competitiveness and innovation of the European industry; these restrictions are a direct consequence of a weak use of own resources and of the trade protectionism policy of the resource- rich countries;
Amendment 63 #
2011/2056(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4 a (new)
Paragraph 4 a (new)
4a. Notes that the proper functioning of the market will provide the necessary incentives to businesses to use resources more efficiently, recycle and search for substitution; therefore, calls on the Commission to foster a proper functioning of the raw materials market;
Amendment 72 #
2011/2056(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Notes that the RM challenges are also an opportunity to invigorate the EU’s industrial base and increase competitiveness via an ambitious industrial innovation strategy; notes that in the medium to long term increasing efficiencies, recycling and lowering resource use will be key to competitiveness, sustainability and supply security; believes that any initiative in this regard should be preceded by an independent and comprehensive impact assessment and a cost-benefit analysis in order to satisfy the conditions of economic efficiency and maintaining competitiveness of the European industry; remarks that social innovation, lifestyle changes and new concepts such as eco- leasing, chemical leasing and sharing should be supported by the Commission;
Amendment 92 #
2011/2056(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7
Paragraph 7
7. Welcomes the Commission’s plan to launch a flagship initiative on resource efficiency; calls on the Commission to incorporate a resource efficiency improvement target of 3% per year net of GDP evolution; calls on the Commission to develop a reliable methodology for measuring resource efficiency;
Amendment 99 #
2011/2056(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Believes that a tax for mineral resources is not an adequate tool, but calls on the Commission to investigate whether a tax on water and land use could be of benefit;
Amendment 114 #
2011/2056(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10
Paragraph 10
10. Notes the contribution ofthat recycling to reducing greenhouse gases; calls on the Commission to launch an in-depth EU material flow analysis particularly to identify waste streams; can make to the reduction of greenhouse gases; Notes that several sectors already have a comprehensive legislative framework for recycling resulting in high recycling rates; therefore, calls on the Commission to launch an in-depth analysis of recycling sector by sector to assess if additional actions can be taken in a cost- efficient way while at the same respecting the impact on the environment; furthermore, calls on the Commission to ensure proper implementation of existing legislation;
Amendment 126 #
2011/2056(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 12
Paragraph 12
12. Calls on the Commission to investigate whether closed landfills could be re-opened to recycle potential scrap material with best available technologies (BAT) preceding it with an independent impact assessment and a cost-benefit analysis, to also examine remaining mining waste and metallurgical waste dumps, to complete a EU database on mining waste sites by 2012 and enforce the mining waste directive, to ensure that this waste is treated with the BAT, and to encourage the lifecycle management of buildings to ensure the recyclability of materials used in their construction;
Amendment 135 #
2011/2056(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. Calls on the Commission to develop economic incentives for recycling currently uneconomical CRM including rare earths (REE)present a study on available and effective economic incentives for recycling, to investigate how markets for recycled materials can be supported by inter alia green certificates for recycled materials, eco-design requirements and fiscal incentives, and to ensure that cohesion policy and budgets are also leveraged to promote resource efficiency and recycling;
Amendment 143 #
2011/2056(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16
Paragraph 16
16. Emphasises the need to combat the illegal shipment of wasteelectronic waste covered by WEEE directive (2002/96) and to establish a global certification scheme for recycling facilities; notes the importance of co- operation between national customs officials; calls on the Commission to examine whether a collective mechanism informing authorities on illegal shipment flows is necessary; asks the Commission to study illegal waste streams; asks the Commission to promote an effective distinction in customs declarations between new and second-hand goods by addressing this in the Implementing Provisions of the Modernised Community Customs Code (MCCC-IP);
Amendment 156 #
2011/2056(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 18
Paragraph 18
18. Regrets that substitution is not included in the Communication; recalls that the mid-term substitution of critical materials offers an efficient solution to supply and environmental risks; therefore, calls on the Commission to ramp up its work in this field, particularly for REE, by leveraging research funding;
Amendment 178 #
2011/2056(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 20
Paragraph 20
20. Reaffirms that the NATURA 2000 guidelines provide a sound basis under which non-energy extraction activities must take place; notes that codes of practice to achieve technical, social and environmental excellence are important instruments; calls on the Commission to proportionally protect environmentally sensitive areas that might hold RM, such as the Arctic, Barents Sea and Greenland;
Amendment 195 #
2011/2056(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 21 a (new)
Paragraph 21 a (new)
21a. Stresses the importance of using its own resources for the competitiveness and innovation of European industry; emphasizes the role of new mining technologies for sustainable mining;
Amendment 204 #
2011/2056(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 22
Paragraph 22
22. Stresses the importance of skills and training and the role played by geologists and engineers; calls on the Commission to engage in a close dialogue with social partners, academia and industry representatives in this context;
Amendment 215 #
2011/2056(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 23
Paragraph 23
23. Welcomes the EU'’s intention to pursue an RM diplomacy, particularly for CRM; believes that priority actions for REE need to be developed in the very short term; calls on the Commission to reject export and/or imports restrictions for any primary or secondary materials in all its bilateral and multilateral trade negotiations;
Amendment 232 #
2011/2056(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 24 a (new)
Paragraph 24 a (new)
24a. Stresses that ensuring resource security is a key task for the European trade policy as well as for the Common Foreign and Security Policy; thus it shall be included in the agenda the of the European External Action Service and the High Representative/Vice-President;
Amendment 257 #
2011/2056(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 28 a (new)
Paragraph 28 a (new)
28a. Expresses firm opposition to the protectionist policies of the resource rich countries and calls on the Commission to take decisive measures to counteract protectionism at the WTO, G20 and the OECD;
Amendment 261 #
2011/2056(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 29
Paragraph 29
29. Concurs that development policy plays a role in helping countries turn their resource wealth into sustainable and inclusive growth, inter alia by enhancing governance and transparency; does not consider development policybelieves that development policy can play an important, supportive role in the European raw materials policy; does not, however, consider it an RM diplomacy tool; agrees that trade agreements should provide the necessary flexibility to support developing countries in creating linkages from the extractive industry towards local industry; believes that countries' resource sovereignty must be respected in this context;
Amendment 26 #
2011/2043(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital G
Recital G
G. whereas delayed investment in Europe compared with other global powers is essentially due to a lack of private investment and the attractiveness of FP7 for the industrial sector is thus not fully demonstrated; but also, beyond the sums involved, there is a clear need for better coordination between the Member States and the Union, with full respect for the specificities and the ethical options made by the former,
Amendment 131 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2 a (new)
Paragraph 2 a (new)
2a. Underlines that the deep diversification of supply, which implies the diversification of both the transit routes and the country of origin of the resources, should be a strategic aim of the energy infrastructure planning;
Amendment 172 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7 a (new)
Paragraph 7 a (new)
Amendment 265 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13
Paragraph 13
13. Considers that the development of infrastructure for unconventional gas sources has not yet been given the necessary attention by the Commission as regards legal issues, life cycle assessment and environmental impacts; asks the Commission to conduct a thorough evaluation on this issue based on the principle of equal and transparent treatment of primary energy sources irrespective of the technology used to its extraction;
Amendment 389 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 24 – indent 1 a (new)
Paragraph 24 – indent 1 a (new)
Amendment 528 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 35
Paragraph 35
35. Stresses that the bulk of the cost of infrastructure investments needs to be financed by the market and based on the ‘user pays’ principle; takes the view that where key projects are not attractive to the market but their development is necessary in order to achieve the stated objectives, public and EU funding should be used to lever private investment by setting up an innovative mix of financial instruments;
Amendment 61 #
2011/2020(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 34
Paragraph 34
34. Deems the Daphne programme to have been underfunded so far and will ensure its appropriate funding to tackle recognized needs in the fight against violence towards women, including through coercive abortion, female genital mutilation, forced sterilization or any other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment;
Amendment 44 #
2011/0412(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 7
Recital 7
(7) Gender equalityEquality between men and women and women's rights are fundamental human rights and a question of social justice and their promotion is a strong component of this Regulation.
Amendment 50 #
2011/0412(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 8
Recital 8
(8) Democracy and human rights are inextricably linked, as recalled in the Council Conclusions of 18 November 2009, on democracy support in the EU's external relations. The fundamental freedoms of expression, religion, conscience, assembly and association are the preconditions for political pluralism and democratic processes, whereas democratic control and separation of powers are essential to sustain an independent judiciary and the rule of law which in turn are required for effective protection of human rights.
Amendment 51 #
2011/0412(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 8 a (new)
Recital 8 a (new)
(8a) The present Instrument will have to favour access to a 'common citizenship' (equal protection and equal rights for every citizen) for all members of religious minorities, including Christians, especially in those countries where they face violations of their rights.
Amendment 78 #
2011/0412(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13
Recital 13
(13) Furthermore, whilst democracy and human rights objectives must be increasingly mainstreamed in all external assistance financing instruments, Union assistance under this Regulation will have a specific complementary and additional role by virtue of its global nature and its independence of action from the consent of third country governments and other public authorities. This will allow for cooperation with civil societyall the relevant stakeholders on sensitive human rights and democracy issues possible, and in particular on the respect for the fundamental freedoms of expression, religion, conscience, assembly and association, providing the flexibility to respond to changing circumstances. It should also provide Union capacity to articulate and support specific objectives and measures at international level which are neither geographically linked nor crisis related and which may require a transnational approach or involve operations both within the Union and in a range of third countries. Moreover, it will provide the necessary framework for operations, such as support for independent European Union election observation missions requiring policy coherence, a unified management system and common operating standards.
Amendment 82 #
2011/0412(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 14
Recital 14
(14) The Union will pay particular attention to countries and urgency situations where human rights and fundamental freedoms are most at risk and where disrespect for these rights and freedoms is particularly pronounced and systematic. In this context, particular attention will be devoted to key fundamental freedoms such as freedom of expression, freedom of religion, freedom of conscience, freedom of assembly and freedom of association. In such situations, the political priorities will be to promote respect for the relevant international laws, to provide tangible support and means of action to local civil societyactors and to contribute to its work, carried out in very difficult circumstances. In conflict situations, the Union will promote the compliance of all warring parties with their legal obligations under international humanitarian law, in accordance with the relevant Union guidelines.
Amendment 160 #
2011/0412(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 2
Article 2 – paragraph 2
2. The promotion and protection of gender equality between men and women, the rights of the child, rights of indigenous peoples, rights of persons with disabilities, and principles such as empowerment, participation, non- discrimination of vulnerable groups and accountability shall be taken into account whenever relevant for all assistance measures referred to in this Regulation.
Amendment 134 #
2011/0405(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 21
Recital 21
(21) Gender equalityEquality between men and women and anti- discrimination should be a cross- cutting objective in all actions undertaken under this Regulation.
Amendment 137 #
2011/0405(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 23 a (new)
Recital 23 a (new)
(23a) The present Instrument will have to favour access to a 'common citizenship' (equal protection and equal rights for every citizen) for all members of religious minorities, including Christians, especially in those countries where they face violations of their rights.
Amendment 164 #
2011/0405(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point a
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point a
(a) promoting human rights and fundamental freedoms, including, in particular, key fundamental freedoms such as freedom of expression, freedom of religion, freedom of conscience, freedom of assembly and freedom of association, the rule of law, principles of equality, establishing deep and sustainable democracy, promoting good governance and developing a thriving civil society including social partners;
Amendment 231 #
2011/0402(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Article 5 – paragraph 3 a (new)
Article 5 – paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. The examination procedure referred to in Article 9(2) shall apply for the approval of the funding of actions involving the use of human embryos or the use of human embryonic stem cells.
Amendment 516 #
2011/0402(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex 1 – section 2 – point 1 – point 1.4 – point 1.4.3 – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – section 2 – point 1 – point 1.4 – point 1.4.3 – paragraph 1
The objective is to develop platform technologies (e.g. genomics, meta- genomics, proteomics, molecular tools) triggering leadership and competitive advantage on a wide number of economic sectors. It includes aspects, such as underpinning the development of bio- resources with optimised properties and applications beyond conventional alternatives; enabling exploration, understanding and exploitation in a sustainable manner of terrestrial and marine biodiversity for novel applications; Priority support will be given to new diagnostic methods where a prevention or diagnosis for the patient in question either already exists or is likely to be developed.
Amendment 608 #
2011/0402(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex 1 – section 3 – point 1 – point 1.2 – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – section 3 – point 1 – point 1.2 – paragraph 1
The development of screening programmes depends on the identification of early biomarkers of risk and of disease onset, and their deployment depends on the testing and validation of screening methods and programmes. Identifying individuals and populations at high-risk of disease will allow personalised, stratified and collective strategies for efficacious and cost effective disease prevention to be developed. In this connection, priority will be given to screening programmes where prevention or therapy for the patient concerned are available or are likely to be developed.
Amendment 619 #
2011/0402(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex 1 – section 3 – point 1 – point 1.6 – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – section 3 – point 1 – point 1.6 – paragraph 1
An improved understanding of health, disease and disease processes at all ages is needed to develop new and more effective diagnostics. Innovative and existing technologies will be developed with the goal of significantly improving disease outcomes through earlier, more accurate diagnosis and by allowing for more patient-adapted treatment. In this connection, priority will be given to diagnostic methods where prevention or therapeutic measures for the patients concerned are available or are likely to be available in the near future.
Amendment 627 #
2011/0402(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex 1 – section 3 – point 1 – point 1.8 – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – section 3 – point 1 – point 1.8 – paragraph 1
There is a need to support the improvement of cross-cutting support technologies for drugs, vaccines and other therapeutic approaches, including transplantation, gene and cell therapy, particularly adult stem cell therapy, umbilical cord blood cell and iPS cell therapies; to increase success in the drug and vaccine development process (including alternative methods to replace classical safety and effectiveness testing e.g. the development of new methods); to develop regenerative medicine approaches, including approaches based on stem cells; to develop improved medical and assistive devices and systems; to maintain and enhance our ability to combat communicable, rare, major and chronic diseases and undertake medical interventions that depend on the availability of effective antimicrobial drugs; and to develop comprehensive approaches to treat co-morbidities at all ages and avoid poly-pharmacy. These improvements will facilitate the development of new, more efficient, effective and sustainable treatments for disease and for the management of disability. There is a need to develop ideas in the field of regenerative medicine, particularly based on adult stem cells, umbilical cord blood cells and iPS cells.
Amendment 639 #
2011/0402(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex 1 – section 3 – point 1 – point 1.9 – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – section 3 – point 1 – point 1.9 – paragraph 1
Clinical trials are the means to transfer biomedical knowledge to application in patients and support for these will be provided, as well as for the improvement of their practice. Examples include the development of better methodologies to allow trials to focus on relevant population groups, including those suffering from other concomitant diseases and/or already undergoing treatment, the determination of comparative effectiveness of interventions and solutions, as well as enhancing the use of databases and electronic health records as data sources for trials and knowledge transfer. Similarly, support for the transfer of other types of interventions such as those related to independent living into real world environments will be provided. Particular importance will be given to clinical tests in the field of rare diseases and child illnesses including those associated with premature birth.
Amendment 653 #
2011/0402(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex 1 – section 3 – point 1 – point 1.15 a (new)
Annex 1 – section 3 – point 1 – point 1.15 a (new)
Amendment 778 #
2011/0402(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex 1 – section 3 – point 3 – point 3.2 – point 3.2.3 – introductory part
Annex 1 – section 3 – point 3 – point 3.2 – point 3.2.3 – introductory part
3.2.3. Develop competitive and environmentally safe technologies for CO2 capture, utilisation, transport and storage
Amendment 779 #
2011/0402(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex 1 – section 3 – point 3 – point 3.2 – point 3.2.3 – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – section 3 – point 3 – point 3.2 – point 3.2.3 – paragraph 1
Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is aand capture and usage (CCU) are key options that hasve to be widely deployed on a commercial scale at global level to meet the challenge of a decarbonised power generation and low carbon industry by 2050. The objective is to minimise the extra-cost of CCS in the power sector for coal-fired and gas-fired power plants compared to equivalent plants without CCS and energy intensive industrial installations.
Amendment 782 #
2011/0402(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex 1 – section 3 – point 3 – point 3.2 – point 3.2.3 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Annex 1 – section 3 – point 3 – point 3.2 – point 3.2.3 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Carbon capture and utilisation (CCU) offers potential for value-added applications of CO2 captured from power plants and industrial installations and could make a contribution to the decarbonisation of the economy. CCU systems and technologies to convert CO2 into products such as chemicals, fertilizer, fuels and bio-oils should be explored.
Amendment 783 #
2011/0402(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex 1 – section 3 – point 3 – point 3.2 – point 3.2.3 – paragraph 1 b (new)
Annex 1 – section 3 – point 3 – point 3.2 – point 3.2.3 – paragraph 1 b (new)
Carbon capture can go along synergetically with carbon storage in chemical products (carbon to chemicals). Moreover, there is the option for syngas- based production of fuels for storage, which can be used to equalise fluctuating power production by incorporating renewable hydrogen. The fuel produced can be used for peak electricity generation. The development of low-cost and fuel-tolerant gasification technologies are essential for these systems.
Amendment 784 #
2011/0402(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex 1 – section 3 – point 3 – point 3.2 – point 3.2.3 – paragraph 1 c (new)
Annex 1 – section 3 – point 3 – point 3.2 – point 3.2.3 – paragraph 1 c (new)
In addition, a reliable CO2-infrastructure needs to be developed timely as most fossil fuel power plants and other CO2-sources will not be close to storage areas, which in many cases are below the seabed, whereas power plants are usually located where electricity demand is higher.
Amendment 873 #
2011/0402(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex 1 – section 3 – point 5 – point 5.3 – point 5.3.3 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Annex 1 – section 3 – point 5 – point 5.3 – point 5.3.3 – paragraph 1 a (new)
In this regard, the increasing dependence of the European chemical industry on external sources of oil and natural gas as chemical raw materials should be taken into account. The European chemical industry has become more and more interested in recent years in the use of indigenous coal as an alternative chemical feedstock. The non-energetic use of indigenous coal can offer long- term development prospects to many European chemical sites, given the depletion of global oil reserves and political instabilities in the producing countries. In the future, process technologies and plants should be developed which make alternative hydrocarbon sources such as indigenous coal resources useful to the European chemical industry.
Amendment 240 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 5 a (new)
Recital 5 a (new)
(5a) In its Resolution of 11 November 2010, the European Parliament has also expressed its reservation to the abolishing of the legal requirement for an opinion by committees of representatives of Member States on the selection of projects with impact on ethics, security and defence.
Amendment 296 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 23
Recital 23
(23) The activities developed under Horizon 2020 should aim at promoting equality between men and women in research and innovation, by addressing in particular thHorizon 2020 funded research activities should comply with the Union acquis communautaire with regard to equal opportunities between men and women. Horizon 2020 should pay attention to excellent science uanderlying causes of gender imbalance, by exploiting the full potential of both female and male researchers, and by integrating the gender dimension into the content of projects in order to improve the quality of to professional qualification of scientific and research personal of both sexes involved in research and stimulate innovation. Activities should also aim at the implementation of the principles relating to the equality between women and men as laid down in Articles 2 and 3In order to assure the effective use of Union funding, the principal distinction for Union research funding should be the excellence of science project and the professional qualification of the Treaty on European Union and Article 8 TFEUsearch staff.
Amendment 300 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 23
Recital 23
(23) The activities developed under Horizon 2020 should aim at promoting equality between men and women in research and innovation, by addressing in particular the underlying causes of gender imbalance, by exploiting the full potential of both female and male researchers, and by integrating the gender dimension into the content of projects in order to improve the quality of research and stimulate innovation. Activities should also aim at the implementation of the principles relating to the equality between women and men as laid down in Articles 2 and 3 of the Treaty on European Union and Article 8 TFEU.
Amendment 309 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 24
Recital 24
(24) Research and innovation activities supported by Horizon 2020 should respect fundamental ethical principles. The opinions of the European Group on Ethics in Science and New Technologies should be taken into account. Research activities should also take into account Article 13 TFEU and reduce the use of animals in research and testing, with a view ultimately to replacing animal use. Horizon 2020 funding of research activities should respect the legislative provisions and customs of the Member States. All activities should be carried out ensuring a high level of human health protection in accordance with Article 168 TFEU.
Amendment 318 #
2011/0401(COD)
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 achievAttention should be paid to the considerable differences between national legislations of Member States with regard to research using human embryos and human embryonic stem cells. Union research policy should not lead to harmonise national legislation of Member States. The Commission should remember its statement, with regard to the Seventh Framework Programme, to continue the current practice and isnot subjecmit to stringent Ethics Review. No project involving the use of 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.the Regulatory Committee proposals for projects which include research activities which destroy human embryos, including for the procurement of stem cells1. This commitment should be included in this Regulation in order to ensure legal continuity. __________________ 1 Point 12 of the Commission statement regarding Article 6 annexed to Decision 1982/2006/EC of the European parliament and of the Council of 18 December 2006 concerning the 7th FRP of the EC for research, technological development and demonstration activities, OJ L 412, 30.12.2006, p.1
Amendment 329 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 25 a (new)
Recital 25 a (new)
(25a) The European Court of Justice has ruled in case C-34/101 that Union law precludes human embryonic stem cells from being patented. In accordance with that ruling, embryonic stem cell research should be excluded of Union funding. __________________ 1 Case C-34/10, Judgment of the Court (Grand Chamber) of 18 October 2011, Oliver Brüstle c. Greenpeace.
Amendment 334 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 25 b (new)
Recital 25 b (new)
(25b) Union research policy and research funding should ensure that scientist whose research is funded by the Union tax payers' money also patent their inventions in the Union. As human embryonic stem cells are not patentable (cf ECJ case law C-34/10), this type of research should be excluded from Union funding to ensure a responsible use of tax payers money. Nevertheless, a Member State can decide to fund this research exclusively by its national budget and in accordance to its national legislation.
Amendment 337 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 25 c (new)
Recital 25 c (new)
(25c) Research on alternative non- embryonic sources of stem cells that have proven more promising and less controversial should be strongly supported. Such incentive will also reinforce the competitiveness of the Union in such field.
Amendment 493 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 1
Article 13 – paragraph 1
1. Linkages and interfaces shall be implemented across and within the priorities of Horizon 2020. Particular attention shall be paid in this respect to the development and application of key enabling and industrial technologies, to bridging from discovery to market application, to cross-disciplinary research and innovation, to social and economic sciences and humanities, to fostering the functioning and achievement of the ERA, to the development of research into European legal systems, to cooperation with third countries, to ethical responsible research and innovation including gender, andthe respect of equal opportunities between men and women in research, to enhancing the attractiveness of the research profession for both sexes and to facilitating cross- border and cross- sector mobility of researchers.
Amendment 494 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 1
Article 13 – paragraph 1
1. Linkages and interfaces shall be implemented across and within the priorities of Horizon 2020. Particular attention shall be paid in this respect to the development and application of key enabling and industrial technologies, to bridging from discovery to market application, to cross-disciplinary research and innovation, to social and economic sciences and humanities, to fostering the functioning and achievement of the ERA, to cooperation with third countries, to responsible research and innovation including gender, and to enhancing the attractiveness of the research profession and to facilitating cross-border and cross- sector mobility of researchers.
Amendment 513 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – title
Article 15 – title
Amendment 516 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 1
Article 15 – paragraph 1
Horizon 2020 shall ensure the effective promotion of gender equality and the gender dimensiorespect scientific excellence and professional qualification of research professionals when promoting equal opportunities for men and women in research and innovation content.
Amendment 519 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 1
Article 15 – paragraph 1
Horizon 2020 shall ensure the effective promotion of gender equality and the gender dimension in research and innovation contbetween men and woment.
Amendment 537 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 16 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 16 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
All the research and innovation activities carried out under Horizon 2020 shall comply with ethical principles and relevant national, Union and international legislation, including the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union and the European Convention on Human Rights and its Supplementary Protocols. , the Helsinki Declaration, the Convention of the Council of Europe on Human Rights and Biomedicine signed in Oviedo on 4 April 1997 and its Additional Protocols, the European Convention on Human Rights and its Supplementary Protocols, the UN resolution on human cloning of March 2005, the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, the Universal Declaration on the human genome and human rights adopted by the UNESCO, the UN Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention (BTWC), the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture and the relevant World Health Organisation's resolutions. Those carrying out or participating in research projects concerning ethical sensitive issues like for example DNA, analysis on humans, research on persons not able to give informed consent, research linked to the suffering of vertebrate animals etc. shall seek the approval of the relevant national or local ethics committee prior to the start of the activities. An ethical review will also be implemented systematically by the Commission. In specific cases an ethical review may take place during the implementation of a project. On a yearly basis, the Commission shall inform the European Parliament about their activities in this area, and in addition to this, it shall provide the European Parliament and the Council, with information upon request. During the implementation of this programme, scientific advances and national and international provisions shall be regularly monitored by the Commission so as to take account of any developments.
Amendment 550 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 16 – paragraph 3 – point a
Article 16 – paragraph 3 – point a
(a) research activity aiming at human cloning for reproductive, therapeutic or scientific purposes;
Amendment 553 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 16 – paragraph 3 – point b
Article 16 – paragraph 3 – point b
(b) research activity intended to modify the human genome for purposes other than preventive, diagnostic or therapeutic; as well as research activity intended to modify the genetic heritage of human beings which could make such changes heritable;
Amendment 557 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 16 – paragraph 3 – point c
Article 16 – paragraph 3 – point c
(c) research activities intended either to create human embryos solely for the purpose of research or– by means of somatic cell nuclear transfer or by parthenogenesis or any other means – or to destroy human embryos for theany purpose, including that of stem cells procurement, including by means of somatic cell nuclear transfer; as well as any research activities involving the use of human embryonic stem cells.
Amendment 560 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 16 – paragraph 3 – point c a (new)
Article 16 – paragraph 3 – point c a (new)
(c a) research involving the destruction of human embryos;
Amendment 580 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 16 – paragraph 4
Article 16 – paragraph 4
4. Research on other types of human stem cells, both adult and embryonic, may be financed, depending both on the contents of the scientific proposal and the legal framework of the Member States involved. No funding shall be granted for research activities that are prohibited in all the Member States. No activity shall be funded in a Member State where such activity is forbidden.
Amendment 1138 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 2 – point 1 – point 1.4 – point 1.4.3 – point c – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – Part 2 – point 1 – point 1.4 – point 1.4.3 – point c – paragraph 1
Development of platform technologies (e.g. genomics, meta-genomics, proteomics, molecular tools) to enhance leadership and competitive advantage in a wide number of economic sectors. Diagnostic tools will be supported if there is a link to therapy.
Amendment 1142 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 2 – point 1 – point 1.4 – point 1.4.3 – point c a (new)
Annex 1 – Part 2 – point 1 – point 1.4 – point 1.4.3 – point c a (new)
(c a) Developing the societal dimension of biotechnology. Focusing on governance of biotechnology for societal benefits including ethical limits.
Amendment 1293 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 1 – point 1.1 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 1 (new)
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 1 – point 1.1 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 1 (new)
Rare diseases remain major challenge to the EU and the member states. There are 6000 to 8000 rare diseases affecting approx. 30 Million people across Europe. An effective treatment can only be developed if member states cooperate because the cases in any given member state are not enough to do effective research.
Amendment 1295 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 1 – point 1.1 – paragraph 5 a (new)
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 1 – point 1.1 – paragraph 5 a (new)
Diseases in children, including premature born children. Health of children is a core priority for the European Union. Similar to rare diseases effective research and treatment can only be developed in a common European effort.
Amendment 1356 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 1 – point 1.3 – paragraph 5
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 1 – point 1.3 – paragraph 5
Specific activities shall include: understanding the determinants of health (including environmental and climate related factors), improving health promotion and disease prevention; understanding disease and improving diagnosis; developing effective screening programmes and improving the assessment of disease susceptibility; improving surveillance and preparedness; developing better preventive vaccines; using in-silico medicine for improving disease management and prediction; treating disease; transferring knowledge to clinical practice and scalable innovation actions; better use of health data; active ageing, independent and assisted living; improving palliative medicine, individual empowerment for self-management of health; promotion of integrated care; improving scientific tools and methods to support policy making and regulatory needs; and optimising the efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare systems and reducing inequalities by evidence based decision making and dissemination of best practice, and innovative technologies and approaches.
Amendment 1357 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 1 – point 1.3 – paragraph 5
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 1 – point 1.3 – paragraph 5
Specific activities shall include: understanding the determinants of health (including environmental and climate related factors), improving health promotion and disease prevention; understanding disease and improving diagnosis; developing effective screening programmes and improving the assessment of disease susceptibility; improving surveillance and preparedness; developing better preventive vaccines; using in-silico medicine for improving disease management and prediction; treating disease; transferring knowledge to clinical practice and scalable innovation actions; better use of health data; active ageing, independent and assisted living; addressing infertility disorders; individual empowerment for self-management of health; promotion of integrated care; improving scientific tools and methods to support policy making and regulatory needs; and optimising the efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare systems and reducing inequalities by evidence based decision making and dissemination of best practice, and innovative technologies and approaches.
Amendment 1445 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.1 – paragraph 2
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.1 – paragraph 2
The Union intends to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 20 % below 1990 levels by 2020, with an eventual further reduction to 80-95 % by 2050. In addition, renewables should cover 20 % of final energy consumption in 2020 coupled with a 20 % energy efficiency target. Achieving these objectives will require an overhaul of the energy system combining low carbon profile, energy security and affordability, while at the same time reinforcing Europe's economic competitiveness. Europe is currently far from this overall goal. 80 % of the European energy system still relies on fossil fuels, and the sector produces 80 % of all the Union's greenhouse gas emissions. Every year 2.5 % of the Union's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is spent on energy imports and this is likely to increase. This trend would lead to total dependence on oil and gas imports by 2050, unless new sources are developed in the EU in a sustainable way. Faced with volatile energy prices on the world market, coupled with concerns over security of supply, European industries and consumers are spending an increasing share of their income on energy.
Amendment 1450 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.1 – paragraph 3
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.1 – paragraph 3
The roadmap to a competitive low-carbon economy in 205027 show, as drafted by the European Commission, assumes that the targeted reductions in greenhouse gas emissions will have to be met largely within the territory of the Union in light of the lack of worldwide agreement on the issue. This would entail reducing CO2 emissions even by over 90 % by 2050 in the power sector, by over 80 % in industry, by at least 60 % in transport and by about 90 % in the residential sector and services.
Amendment 1498 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point b – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point b – paragraph 1
Activities shall focus on research, development and full scale demonstration - of innovative renewables and, flexible and efficient fossil fuel power plants including carbon capture and storage technologies offering larger scale, lower cost, environmentally safe technologies with higher conversion efficiency, adequate flexibility for back-up power generation and higher availability for different market and operating environments.
Amendment 1510 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point c – paragraph 1
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point c – paragraph 1
Activities shall focus on research, development and full scale demonstration of technologies and value chains to make bio-energy and other alternative fuels more competitive and sustainable, to reduce time to market for hydrogen and fuel cells and to bring new options showing long-term potential to maturity.
Amendment 1512 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point c – paragraph 1 a (new)
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 3 – point 3.3 – point c – paragraph 1 a (new)
Activities shall also focus on the research, development and full scale demonstration of technologies and/or materials enabling higher flexibility and efficiency of thermal power plants having to cope with the necessity to step in when intermittent renewables are not able to deliver to the system and to ensure grid stability.
Amendment 1714 #
2011/0401(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 6.3 – point 6.3.2 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Annex 1 – Part 3 – point 6.3 – point 6.3.2 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Amendment 82 #
2011/0400(NLE)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 15
Recital 15
(15) Research and innovation activities supported by the Euratom Programme shouldall respect fundamentalthe ethical principles. The opinions of the European Group on Ethics in Science and New Technologies should be taken into account. Research activities should also take into account Article 13 of the TFEU and reducplace, reduce and refine the use of animals in research and testing, with a view to ultimately replacing animal use. All activities should be carried out ensuring a high level of human health protection.
Amendment 125 #
2011/0400(NLE)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – title
Article 9 – title
Amendment 126 #
2011/0400(NLE)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9
Article 9
The Euratom Programme shall ensure the effective promotion of gender equality and the gender dimension in research and innovation contbetween men and woment.
Amendment 122 #
2011/0399(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 7
Recital 7
(7) Actions which fall within the scope of this Regulation shouldall respect fundamental rights and observe the principles acknowledged in particular by the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union. Such actions shouldall be in conformity with any legal obligation and with ethical principles, which include avoiding any kind of plagiarism.
Amendment 302 #
2011/0399(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 14 – paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. Impact shall be weighted against the full estimated financial costs of the project, which shall determine the cost- impact ratio as the award criteria.
Amendment 325 #
2011/0399(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 4
Article 14 – paragraph 4
4. Proposals shall be ranked according to the evaluation results. The selection shall be made on the basis of this ranking. Where two or more proposals are deemed to be equal based on the criteria set out in paragraphs 1 and 2, the Commission shall take into account value for money as a further criterion.
Amendment 84 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 6
Recital 6
(6) In order to contribute to the reinforcement of sustainable competitiveness and sustainability of Union enterprises, in particular SMEs, the advancement of the knowledge society, and development based on balanced economic growtho encourage an entrepreneurial culture and to promote the creation and growth of SMEs, a Programme for the Competitiveness of Enterprises and SMEs (hereinafter ‘'the Programme’') should be established.
Amendment 106 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 11 a (new)
Recital 11 a (new)
(11a) The Programme should fund activities that help minimise all burdens on SMEs, both regulatory and administrative; given the often high compliance costs and indirect impacts of legislation, such as reducing scope for innovation, SMEs and in particular micro-enterprises, the Programme should also investigate specific cases where these enterprises would benefit from a lighter regime, taking due consideration of impact assessments;
Amendment 107 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 12
Recital 12
(12) Many of the Union's competitiveness problems involve SMEs' difficulties in getting access to finance because they struggle to demonstrate their credit- worthiness and have difficulties in gaining access to risk capital. This has a negative effect on the level and quality of the new enterprises created and on the growth of enterprises. The added value for the Union of the proposed financial instruments lies inter alia in strengthening the Single Market for venture capital and in developing a pan-European SME finance market. The Union's actions should be complementary to the Member States' use of financial instruments for SMEs. The entities entrusted with the implementation of the actions should ensure additionality and avoid double financing through EU resources. Additionally, increasing access to affordable banking services for small and micro entities in multiple jurisdictions and currencies will be key to developing export growth;
Amendment 167 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1
Article 1
A programme for Union actions to improve the competitiveness of enterprises, with special emphasis on self –employed, micro, small and medium- sized enterprises (SMEs) (hereinafter ‘"the Programme’"), is established for the period from 1 January 2014 to 31 December 2020.
Amendment 178 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) strengthening the competitiveness and sustainability of the Union's enterprises including in the tourism sector;
Amendment 204 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point c
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point c
(c) changes reducing administrative and regulatory burdens on SMEs,
Amendment 209 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point d
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point d
(d) SME growth in terms of added-value and number of employees,
Amendment 212 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point e
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point e
Amendment 214 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point e a (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point e a (new)
(ea) increased competitiveness of SMEs in the Union compared to competitiveness of SMEs of main competitors;
Amendment 215 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point e b (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 2 – point e b (new)
(eb) Increase in share of SMEs trading across borders, within or outside the Union;
Amendment 220 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) To improve framework conditions for the competitiveness and sustainability of Union enterprises including in the tourism sector;
Amendment 236 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) To promote entrepreneurship, including among specific target groups;
Amendment 245 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point d a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point d a (new)
(da) To improve access to markets by promoting the adaptation of European standards and regulations to the needs and realities of micro and small enterprises;
Amendment 251 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point d b (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point d b (new)
(db) To improve access to advice and promote support for SMEs, with special emphasis on micro and small enterprises;
Amendment 254 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point d c (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point d c (new)
(dc) To facilitate transfer of business.
Amendment 263 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1
Article 4 – paragraph 1
1. The financial envelope for implementing the Programme shall be [EUR 2.522 billion], of which approximately t least [EUR 1.4 billion/55.5%] shall be allocated to financial instruments.
Amendment 282 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 2 – point a
Article 6 – paragraph 2 – point a
(a) measures to improve the design, implementation and evaluation of policies affecting the competitiveness and sustainability of enterprises, including disaster resilience, and to secure the development of appropriate infrastructures, world class clusters and business networks, framework conditions andsharing best practices on framework conditions and on the management of world class clusters and business networks and encouraging transnational collaboration between clusters, and promoting the development of sustainable products, services and processes;
Amendment 289 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 2 – point b
Article 6 – paragraph 2 – point b
(b) measures to encourage cooperation in policy making and exchange of good practices among the Member States, other countries participating in the Programme and the Union's main competitors, and to address international aspects of competitiveness policies.global trading partners;
Amendment 314 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 3
Article 6 – paragraph 3
3. The Commission may support initiatives accelerating the emergence of competitive industries based on cross-sectoral activities in areas characterised by a high proportion of SMEs and with a high contribution to the Union's GDP. Such initiatives shall stimulate development of new markets and the supply of goods and services based on the most competitive business models or on modified value- chains. They shall include initiatives to enhance productivity, resource efficiency, sustainability and corporate social responsibility.
Amendment 323 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 2
Article 7 – paragraph 2
2. Particular attention shall be paid to young entrepreneurs, new and potential entrepreneurs and female entrepreneurs, as well as specific target groupnew, potential, young and female entrepreneurs.
Amendment 356 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 1
Article 9 – paragraph 1
1. In order to continue improving the competitiveness and access to markets of Union enterprises, the Commission shall maintain its support for the Enterprise Europe Network. The EEN shall not replace or duplicate, but complete, the activity of existing SME and, micro organisations and preferably be based in the representative SME organisations. The modalities of its territorial implementation should reflect the diversity of SMEs and should lead to synergies and coherence with the role already played by the representative SME organisations.
Amendment 371 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 3
Article 9 – paragraph 3
3. Specific measures shall aim to facilitate SMEs access to markets outside the Union, and to strengthening existing support services in those markets. SMEs may receive support through the Programme as regards standards and intellectual property rights in priority third countries.in particular by providing information on market entry barriers and business opportunities and by improving support services as regards information on standards, public procurement and intellectual property rights in priority third countries. Those measures shall complement but not duplicate core trade promotion activities;
Amendment 377 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 4
Article 9 – paragraph 4
4. Actions under the Programme may aim to foster international industrial cooperation, including industrial and regulatory dialogues with third countries. Specific measures may aim to reduce differences between the Union and other countries in regulatory frameworks for industrial products, on industrialenterprise policy and the improvement of the business environment.
Amendment 383 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 1
Article 10 – paragraph 1
1. In order to implement the Programme, the Commission shall separately adopt an annual work programmes for financial and non-financial instruments in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 16(2). The annual work programmes shall set out the objectives pursued, the expected results, the method of implementation and their total amount. They shall also contain a description of the actions to be financed, an indication of the amount allocated to each action and an indicative implementation timetable, payment profile, key information on the financial instruments such as the level of guarantee and the relationship with Horizon 2020, as well as appropriate indicators for monitoring effectiveness in delivering outcomes and achievements of the objectives. They shall include for grants the priorities, the essential evaluation criteria and the maximum rate of co- financing.
Amendment 394 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – point c
(c) Fitness checks of existing legislation and impact assessments of new Union measures that are of particular relevance for the competitiveness of enterprises, with a view to identifying areas of existing legislation that need to be simplified, or where SME specific exemptions can be applied, and to ensure that burdens on SMEs are minimised in areas in which new legislative measures need to be proposed;
Amendment 397 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – point d
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – point d
(d) the evaluation of legislation affecting enterprises, in particular SMEs, specific industrial policy and competitiveness- related measures.
Amendment 401 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 2
Article 11 – paragraph 2
2. These support measures referred to in paragraph 1 shall not necessarily form part of the annual work programmes referred to in Article 10 and shall cost no more than [2.5%] of the Programme's financial envelope.
Amendment 416 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2
Article 14 – paragraph 2
2. The financial instruments for growth- oriented SMEs may, where appropriate, be combined with other financial instruments established by Member States and their managing authorities in accordance with [Article 33(1)(a) of Regulation (EU) No XXX/201X [New Regulation on Structural Funds]], and grants funded from the Union, including under this Regulation.
Amendment 433 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 16 – paragraph 2
Article 16 – paragraph 2
2. Where reference is made to this paragraph, Article 5 of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 shall apply. Where the Committee delivers no opinion, the Commission shall not adopt the draft implementing act and the third subparagraph of Article 5(4) of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 shall apply.
Amendment 436 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 19
Article 19
Amendment 457 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex II – section 2 – point 1
Annex II – section 2 – point 1
1. The EFG shall focus on funds that provide venture capital and mezzanine finance, such as subordinated and participating loans, to expansion and growth-stage enterprises, in particular those operating across borders, while having the possibility to make investments in early stage enterprises in conjunction with the equity facility for RDI under Horizon 2020. In the latter case, the investment from EFG shall not exceed 20% of the total EU investment except in cases of multi-stage funds, where funding from EFG and the equity facility for RDI will be provided on a pro rata basis, based on the funds' investment policy. The EFG shall avoid buy- out or replacement capital intended for the dismantling of an acquired enterprise. The Commission may decide to amend the 20% threshold in light of changing market conditions.
Amendment 458 #
2011/0394(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex II – section 2 – point 2 (b)
Annex II – section 2 – point 2 (b)
(b) by funds-of-funds or investment vehicles investing across borders established by the EIF or other entities (including private sector managers and national operators) entrusted with the implementation on behalf of the Commission together with private invesinvestors from the private sectors and/or national public financial institutions;
Amendment 58 #
2011/0369(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 8 a (new)
Recital 8 a (new)
(8a) Initiatives in the field of non- discrimination must take into due consideration the fact that discriminating also means affording equal treatment to situations which are intrinsically different. Moreover, in the field in question, it is necessary to avoid instrumentalisations, forced interpretations or privileged treatment for any grounds of discrimination.
Amendment 72 #
2011/0369(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 15 a (new)
Recital 15 a (new)
(15a) The assessment of the existence of a European added value in the funded actions should refer to the highest and broadest possible extent of sharing of the proposed approach, especially in the ethical context.
Amendment 62 #
2011/0344(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 5
Recital 5
(5) Non-discrimination based on sex, racial or ethnic origin religion or belief, disability, age or sexual orientation and equality between women and menRespect for human dignity, freedom, democracy, equality, the rule of law and respect for human rights, including the rights of persons belonging to minorities are values common to the Member States. Combating all forms of discrimination is an ongoing goal which requires coordinated action, including by the allocation of funding.
Amendment 66 #
2011/0344(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 5 a (new)
Recital 5 a (new)
(5a) Initiatives concerning the area of non-discrimination will have to take into due consideration the fact that discriminating also means to treat equally intrinsically different situations. Moreover, in the sector in question, it is necessary to avoid instrumentalisations, forced interpretations or privileged treatments for any of the grounds of discrimination.
Amendment 68 #
2011/0344(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 5 b (new)
Recital 5 b (new)
(5b) Funding efforts in the area of the fight against discrimination shall focus particularly on and take full account of the specificity of discrimination on grounds of disability.
Amendment 69 #
2011/0344(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 5 c (new)
Recital 5 c (new)
(5c) No funding on the basis of this Programme should concern initiatives that either directly or indirectly impact upon the area of family law.
Amendment 70 #
2011/0344(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 6
Recital 6
(6) Pursuant to Articles 8 and 10 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, the Programme should support the mainstreaming of equality between women and men and anti-discrimination objectives in all its activities. Regular monitoring and evaluation should be carried out to assess the way in which gender equality between men and women and anti- discrimination issues are addressed in the Programme's activities.
Amendment 83 #
2011/0344(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 8 a (new)
Recital 8 a (new)
(8a) In the area of the rights of the child, the primacy of the role of guidance that the mother and the father share with regard to their children, and their unique and privileged position in respect of the protection of the child's best interests, shall be taken into full account. Moreover, the harmonious and full development of the personality of the child and the protection of his/her psychological integrity and the development of his/her personality shall receive particular attention.
Amendment 85 #
2011/0344(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 9
Recital 9
(9) Personal data should continue to be protected effectively in a context of constant technological development and globalisation. The Union's legal framework for data protection should be applied effectively and consistently within the European Union. To achieve this, the Union should be able to support the efforts of Member States to implement that legal framework. Initiatives concerning the protection of personal data will have to ensure the highest level of attention for the wide diversity of legal approaches and constitutional traditions existing in the Member States.
Amendment 91 #
2011/0344(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 11 a (new)
Recital 11 a (new)
(11a) This Programme should contribute to ensuring that Union policies and legislation are based on robust evidence and be relevant to the needs of, and the challenges faced by the Member States and to stimulate a true development of the person and of society.
Amendment 92 #
2011/0344(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 11 b (new)
Recital 11 b (new)
(11b) The funding foreseen by this Programme shall be concentrated in particular on entities that ensure quality and that genuinely pursue aims of general European interest and linked with the well being of society in its entirety.
Amendment 96 #
2011/0344(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13
Recital 13
(13) The Commission Communications ‘The EU Budget Review’ and ‘A budget for Europe 2020’ underline the importance of focusing funding on actions with clear European added value, i.e. where the Union intervention can bring additional value compared to action of Member States alone. Actions covered by this Regulation should contribute to the development of mutual trust between Member States, increasing cross-border cooperation and networking and achieving correct, coherent and consistent application of Union law. Funding activities should also contribute to achieving effective and better knowledge of Union law and policies by all those concerned and provide a sound analytical basis for the support and the development of Union legislation and policies. Union intervention allows for those actions to be pursued consistently across the Union and brings economies of scale. Moreover, the European Union is in a better position than Member States to address cross-border situations and to provide a European platform for mutual learning. The assessment of the existence of a European added value in the funded actions should refer to the highest and widest possible extent of sharing of the proposed approach, especially in the ethical context.
Amendment 146 #
2011/0309(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 49 a (new)
Recital 49 a (new)
(49 a) The Commission shall encourage industry to adhere to at least Union environmental and safety standards or their equivalent wherever in the world they are operating.
Amendment 338 #
2011/0309(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 7
Article 15 – paragraph 7
7. Non-production installations operated in Union waters shall meet the requirements of relevant international conventions as defined in Regulation 391/2009/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 23 April 2009 or. New mobile offshore drilling units (MODUs) whose construction began after 1st January 2012 shall meet the equivalent standards of the Code for the construction and equipment of mobile offshore drilling units (2009 MODU CODE). They shall be certified as meeting the necessary requirements by an organisation that is recognised by the Union in accordance with the aforementioned Regulation.
Amendment 136 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 10
Recital 10
(10) On the basis of the objectives set by the White Paper, the TEN-T guidelines as laid down in Regulation (EU) No XXX/2012 of the European Parliament and of the Council of … identify the infrastructure of the trans-European transport network, specify the requirements to be fulfilled by it and provide for measures for their implementation. The Guidelines envisage in particular the completion of the core network by 2030 through the creation of new infrastructure as well as the revitalisation and upgrading of existing infrastructure.
Amendment 149 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13
Recital 13
(13) Experience with the current financial framework shows that many Member States, which are eligible to the Cohesion Fund, are facing significant obstacles in delivering on time complex cross-border transport infrastructure projects with a high Union added value. Therefore, in order to improve the delivery of transport projects, in particular cross-border ones, with a high Union added value, part of the Cohesion Fund allocation (EUR 10 billion) should be transferred to finance transport projects on the transport core network in the Member States eligible to the Cohesion Fund under the Connecting Europe Facilityrespecting national allocations for the projects listed in Annex of this Regulation. The Commission should support Member States eligible to the Cohesion Fund to develop an adequate pipeline of projects in order to give greatest possible priority to the national allocations under the Cohesion Fund.
Amendment 250 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 12
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 12
(12) ‘bottleneck’ means a physical and/or functional barrier that leads to a system break affecting the continuity of long- distance flows. Such a barrier can be absorbed by new infrastructure and/or by revitalisation of the existing infrastructure such as bridges or tunnels that address problems as for example gradients, curve radii, gauge. The need to upgrade existing infrastructure shall not be considered as a bottleneck;
Amendment 259 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
The Connecting Europe Facility shall enable the preparation and implementation of projects of common interest within the framework of the trans-European networks policy in the sectors of energy, transport and telecommunications. In particular the Connecting Europe Facility shall support the implementation of projects aiming at the development and construction of new or upgrading and revitalising of existing infrastructure in the field of transport, energy and telecommunications. To this end, the Connecting Europe Facility shall pursue the following objectives:
Amendment 338 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) transport: [EUR 31 694 000 000], out of which [EUR 10 000 000 000] shall be transferred from the Cohesion Fund to be spent in line with this Regulation in Member States eligible for funding from the Cohesion Fundfor projects listed in the annex to this Regulation, respecting the national allocations;
Amendment 356 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point a
Article 7 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point a
(a) actions implementing the core network according to Chapter III and comprehensive network according to Chapter II of Regulation (EU) No XXXX/2012 [TEN-T Guidelines], including the deployment of new technologies and innovation according to Article 39 of Regulation (EU) No XXXX/2012 [TEN-T Guidelines];
Amendment 372 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point f
Article 7 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point f
(f) actions to reduce rail freight noise including by retrofitting of existing rolling stock;
Amendment 394 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 6
Article 8 – paragraph 6
6. Expenditure related to the purchase of land shall not be an eligible cost.
Amendment 399 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 7
Article 8 – paragraph 7
7. VAT shall not be an eligible cost.
Amendment 498 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 3 a (new)
Article 11 – paragraph 3 a (new)
3 a. The [EUR 10 000 000 000] transferred from the Cohesion Fund shall not be counted into the [ ...]¹ % GDP capping methodology for Member States eligible for funding from the Cohesion Fund. _____________________ ¹Pending agreement on the Multiannual Financial Framework for the period 2014-2020.
Amendment 510 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 3 – point b – point iii a (new)
Article 11 – paragraph 3 – point b – point iii a (new)
(iii a) actions targeting the reduction of rail noise including by retrofitting of existing rolling stocks in order to ensure viable use of the TEN-T network respecting noise level requirements.
Amendment 512 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 3 – point c – point i
Article 11 – paragraph 3 – point c – point i
(i) the European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS); the River Information Services (RIS) and the Vessel Traffic Monitoring and Information systems (VTMIS).
Amendment 537 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 1
Article 15 – paragraph 1
1. Actions supported by means of financial instruments shall be selected on a first come first served basis and shall seek sectoral diversification in accordance with Articles 3 and 4 as well as gradual geographical diversification across the Member States.
Amendment 601 #
2011/0302(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex – Part I – point 1 – introductory part
Annex – Part I – point 1 – introductory part
Helsinki – Tallinn – Riga – Kaunas – Warszawa – Katowice Gdynia – Katowice Katowice – Ostrava – Brno – Wien Katowice – Žilina – Bratislava – Wien Wien – Graz – Klagenfurt – Villach – Udine – Venezia – Bologna – Ravenna Graz – Ljubljana – Koper/Trieste Szczecin/Świnoujście - Poznań/Zielona Góra - Wrocław - Ostrava
Amendment 604 #
2011/0302(COD)
Helsinki – Tallinn – Riga – Kaunas – Warszawa – Katowice Gdynia – Katowice Katowice – Ostrava – Brno – Wien Katowice – Žilina – Bratislava – Wien Wien – Graz – Klagenfurt – Villach – Udine – Venezia – Bologna – Ravenna Graz – Ljubljana – Koper/Trieste Szczecin/Świnoujście - Poznań/Zielona Góra - Wrocław - Ostrava
Amendment 129 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 7
Recital 7
(7) Despite its legal existence as defined in Directives 2009/72/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 13 July 2009 concerning common rules for the internal market in electricity and 2009/73/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 13 July 2009 concerning common rules for the internal market in natural gas, the internal market in energy remains fragmented due to insufficient interconnections between national energy networks. Union-wide integrated networks, with effectively separated supply and production activities from network operations however are vital for ensuring a competitive and well functioning integrated market for promoting growth, employment and sustainable development.
Amendment 192 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 1
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 1
1. ‘energy infrastructure’ means any physical equipment designed to allow transmission and distribution of electricity or gas, or reception, storage and regasification or decompression facilities for liquefied natural gas (LNG), transportation of oil or carbon dioxide, or storage of electricity or gas, which is located within the Union or linking the Union and one or more third countries;
Amendment 204 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 5a (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 5a (new)
5a. ‘Regional Group’ means a group set up according to the priority corridors as defined in Annex I, which includes representatives of the Member States, national regulatory authorities, transmission system operators, potentially eligible project promoters as well as the Commission, the Agency and both the ENTSOs, and having the tasks of collaborating in the process of selecting projects of common interest, and in monitoring their implementation; on a case-by-case basis, the group may invite representatives of other organizations representing producers, consumers or system operators.
Amendment 220 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2
Article 3 – paragraph 2
2. For the purpose of identifying projects of common interest, the Commission shall establish a Regional Group (‘Group’) as defined in section 1 of Annex III based on each priority corridor and area and their respective geographical coverage as set out in Annex I. The Commission shall chair the Group.
Amendment 354 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 4
Article 4 – paragraph 4
4. When rankingestablishing the list of projects contributing to the implementation of the same priority, due consideration shall also be given to the urgency of each proposed project in order to meet the energy policy targets of market integration and competition, sustainability and security of supply, the number of Member States affected by each project, and its complementarity with regard to other proposed projects. For projects falling under the category set out in point 1(e) of Annex II, due consideration shall also be given to the number of users affected by the project, the annual energy consumption and the share of generation from non dispatchable resources in the area covered by these users.
Amendment 379 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 6 – introductory part
Article 5 – paragraph 6 – introductory part
6. If the commissioningimplementation of a project of common interest is delayed by more than twohree years compared to the implementation plan other than for overriding reasons beyond the control of the project promoter and without sufficient justification:
Amendment 391 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 6 – point a
Article 5 – paragraph 6 – point a
(a) TIf the measures of national regulatory authorities according to the previous sentence are not sufficient to ensure that the investment is carried out, or are not applicable, the project promoter of that project shall accept finvestmentsancing or construction by one or several other operators or investorird parties to implement the project. The system operator, in whose area the investment is located, shall provide the implementing operator(s) or investor(s) with all information needed to realise the investment, shall connect new assets to the transmission network and shall generally make its best efforts to facilitate the implementation of the investment and the secure, reliable and efficient operation and maintenance of the project of common interest.
Amendment 393 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 6 – point b
Article 5 – paragraph 6 – point b
Amendment 401 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 6 – point b a (new)
Article 5 – paragraph 6 – point b a (new)
(ba) the project promoter of that project shall present to the Group a revised plan aiming to implement the project in due time.
Amendment 404 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 6 – point b b (new)
Article 5 – paragraph 6 – point b b (new)
(bb) insofar as measures referred to in Article 22(7) (a), (b) or (c) of Directives 2009/72/EC and 2009/73/EC are applicable according to respective national laws, national regulatory authorities shall ensure that the investment is carried out.
Amendment 406 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 6 – point b c (new)
Article 5 – paragraph 6 – point b c (new)
(bc) for the application of the provisions in this article, the involvement of other operators can only be done on contractual basis.
Amendment 420 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 2
Article 5 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 2
Projects, which are withdrawn from the Union-wide list, lose all rights and obligations arising from this Regulation for projects of common interest. This article shall be without prejudice to any Union financing paid to the project prior to the withdrawal decision and to benefiting from streamlined permitting process already applied according to the provisions of Chapter III.
Amendment 440 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 3
Article 8 – paragraph 3
3. For the purpose of ensuring efficient administrative processing of the files related to projects of common interest, project promoters and all authorities concerned shall ensure that the most preferential treatment possible is given to these files as regards the resources allocated.
Amendment 469 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 4
Article 10 – paragraph 4
4. At least one public consultation shall be carried out by the project promoter, or, where this is laid down by national legislation, by the competent authority, before submission of the application file for the building permit to the competent authority pursuant to paragraph 1(a) of . The public consultation shall inform stakeholders referred to in point 2(a) of Annex VI about the project at an early stage and identify the most suitable location or trajectory and the relevant issues to be addressed in the application file. The minimum modalities of this public consultation are specified in point 4 of Annex VI. A report summarising the results of activities related to the participation of the public prior to the submission of the application file shall be prepared by the project promoter and submitted together with the application file to the competent authority, which shall take due account of these results when taking the comprehensive decision.
Amendment 470 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 6
Article 10 – paragraph 6
6. For projects likely to have significant adverse cross-border impacts in one or more neighbouring Member States, where Article 7 of Directive 85/337/EEC and the Espoo Convention are applicable, the relevant information shall be made availablinformation required by Article 7 of Directive 85/337/EEC and the Espoo Convention shall be made available by the competent authority of the Member State to the competent authority of the neighbouring Member State(s). The competent authority of the neighbouring Member State(s) shall indicate whether it wishes to participate in the relevant public consultation procedures.
Amendment 492 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 a (new)
Article 11 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 a (new)
Amendment 507 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 1
Article 12 – paragraph 1
1. Within one month of the entry into force of this Regulation, the ENTSO for Electricity and the ENTSO for Gas shall submit to the Agency and the Commission their respective methodology, including on network and market modelling, for a harmonised energy system-wide cost- benefit analysis at Union-wide level for projects of common interest falling under the categories set out in points 1(a) to (d) and 2 of Annex II. The methodology shall be elaborated in line with the principles laid down in Annex V in particular the consultation of relevant stakeholders, including other infrastructure operators and the respective organizations representing them.
Amendment 527 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 8
Article 12 – paragraph 8
8. By 31 December 2016, the ENTSO for Electricity and the ENTSO for Gas shall jointly submit to the Commission and the Agency common electricity and gas market and network model including both electricity and gas transmission, LNG terminals and storage, covering the priority corridors and areas designated in Annex I and elaborated in line with the principles laid down in Annex V. After approval of this model by the Commission according to the procedure set out in paragraphs 2 to 4, it shall be included in the methodology.
Amendment 535 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 a (new)
Article 13 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 a (new)
The provisions of this Article shall not apply to the investment costs which can be recovered through tariffs for access to the network, charged to network users in accordance with Article 13 of Regulation (EC) 715/2009.
Amendment 584 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 1
Article 15 – paragraph 1
1. Projects of common interest falling under the categories set out in point 2 of Annex II are eligible for Union financial support in the form of grants for studies and works and financial instruments in accordance with the provisions of [Regulation of the European Parliament and the Council establishing the Connecting Europe Facility], if they are carried out in the parts of gas infrastructure sectors where the provisions on unbundling of Directive 2009/73/EC concerning common rules for the internal market in natural gas are implemented, including in those Member States where derogations are applied in this regard. Projects of common interest falling under the categories set out in points 1, 2 and 4 of Annex II are eligible for Union financial support in the form of grants for studies and financial instruments in accordance with the provisions of [Regulation of the European Parliament and the Council establishing the Connecting Europe Facility].
Amendment 597 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
Article 15 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
2. Projects of common interest falling under the categories set out in points 1(a) to (d), 2 and 23 of Annex II, except for hydro- pumped electricity storage projects, shall be also eligible for Union financial support in the form of grants for works in accordance with the provisions of [Regulation of the European Parliament and the Council establishing the Connecting Europe Facility], if they are carried out according to the procedure referred to in paragraph 6(b) of or if they fulfil the following criteria:
Amendment 652 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part 2 – point 5 – paragraph 1
Annex I – part 2 – point 5 – paragraph 1
(5) North-South gas interconnections in Western Europe (‘NSI West Gas’): interconnection capacitiesgas infrastructure for North-South gas flows in Western Europe to further diversify routes of supply and increase short-term gas deliverability.
Amendment 660 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part 2 – point 6 – paragraph 1
Annex I – part 2 – point 6 – paragraph 1
(6) North-South gas interconnections in Central Eastern and South Eastern Europe (‘NSI East Gas’): regional gas connectionsinfrastructure between the Baltic Sea region, the Adriatic and Aegean Seas and the Black Sea, notably to enhance diversification and security of gas supply;
Amendment 663 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part 2 – point 7 – paragraph 1
Annex I – part 2 – point 7 – paragraph 1
(7) Southern Gas Corridor (‘SGC’): transmissgas infrastructure to enhance diversification of gas supply from the Caspian Basin, Central Asia, the Middle East and the Eastern Mediterranean Basin to the Union to enhance diversification of gas supply.
Amendment 699 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex II – point 4 – point b
Annex II – point 4 – point b
(b) facilities for liquefaction and buffer storage of carbon dioxide in view of its further transportation. This does not include infrastructure within a geological formation used for the permanent geological storage of carbon dioxide pursuant to Directive 2009/31/EC and associated surface and injection facilities.
Amendment 745 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex III – part 2 – point 4
Annex III – part 2 – point 4
(4) For all Union-wide lists of projects of common interest adopted after 1 AugustNovember 2013, proposed gas transmission reception, regasification or decompression facilities for liquefied natural gas (LNG) and storage projects falling under the categories set out in point 2 of Annex II shall be part of the latest available ten-year network development plan for gas, developed by the ENTSO for Gas pursuant Article 8 of Regulation (EC) 715/2009.
Amendment 753 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex III – part 2 – point 5
Annex III – part 2 – point 5
(5) Proposed carbon dioxide transport projects falling under the category set out in point 4 of Annex II shall be presented as part of a plan, developed by more than two Member States, for the development of cross- border carbon dioxide transport and storage infrastructure, to be presented by the Member States concerned or entities designated by those Member States to the Commission.
Amendment 761 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex IV – point 1 – point d
Annex IV – point 1 – point d
(d) for gas storage or liquefied/compressed natural gas, the project aims at supplying directly or indirectly at least two Member States or at fulfilling the infrastructure standard (N-1 rule) at regional level in accordance with Article 6(3) of Regulation (EU) No 994/2010;
Amendment 803 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex V – point 2
Annex V – point 2
(2) The data set shall reflect Union and national legislations in force at the date of analysis. The data sets used for electricity and gas respectively shall be compatible, notably with regard to assumptions on prices and volumes in each market. The data set shall be elaborated after formally consulting Member States and the organisations representing all relevant stakeholders, especially all gas infrastructure operators. The Commission and the Agency shall ensure access to the required commercial data from third parties when applicable.
Amendment 819 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex V – point 9
Annex V – point 9
(9) The detailed method used to take into account the indicators referred to in points 6 to 8 shall be elaborated after formally consulting the organisations representing all relevant stakeholders especially all gas infrastructure operators.
Amendment 823 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex V – point 12
Annex V – point 12
(12) Transmission, underground storage, liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal and distribution system operators shall exchange the information necessary for the elaboration of the methodology, including the relevant network and market modelling. Any transmission or distribution system operator collecting information on behalf of other transmission or distribution system operators shall give back to the participating transmission and distribution system operators the results of the collection of data. For the common electricity and gas market and network model, set out in paragraph 8 of Article 12,, the input data set referred to in point 1 shall cover the years n+10, n+20 and n+30 and the model shall allow for a full assessment of economic, social and environmental impacts, notably including external costs such as those related to greenhouse gas and conventional air pollutant emissions or security of supply.
Amendment 836 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex VI – point 2 – point a
Annex VI – point 2 – point a
(a) The stakeholders affected by a project of common interest, including relevant authorities, landowners and citizens living in the vicinity of the project, the general public and their associations, organisations or groups, shall be extensively informed and consulted at an earlyappropriate stage and in an open and transparent manner. Where relevant, the competent authority shall actively support the activities undertaken by the project promoter.
Amendment 844 #
2011/0300(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex VI – point 5 – introductory part
Annex VI – point 5 – introductory part
(5) The project website shall make available as a minimum the following, but shall not disclose confidential information:
Amendment 51 #
2011/0177(APP)
11. Strongly supports the Commission’s proposal to mainstream measures to combat climate change across the whole EU budget; bBelieves that the EU budget will be able to mobilise investment for a sustainable and prosperous low-carb emmissions economy, provide adequate support for achieving the EU 2020 targets for climate, energy and biodiversity, and benefit the EU’s citizens by ensuring a more healthy environment;
Amendment 291 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 34
Recital 34
Amendment 315 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
This Directive establishes a common framework of measures for the promotion of energy efficiency within the Union in order to ensure the achievement of the Union's target of 20% primary energy savings by 20202020 20% headline target on energy efficiency and to pave the way for further energy efficiency improvements beyond that date.
Amendment 327 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
It lays down rules designed to remove barriers in the energy market and overcome market failures that impede efficiency in the supply and use of energy, and provides for the establishment of indicative national energy efficiency targets for 2020.
Amendment 406 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 17 a (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 17 a (new)
17 a. “Industrial waste heat” means hot streams from industry that is a by- product, impossible to avoid at production of the industrial product and could not be used inside the industrial production.
Amendment 417 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 26
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 26
26. ‘'efficient district heating and cooling’' means a district heating or cooling system using at least 50% renewable, waste or cogenerated heat or a combination thereof andor having a primary energy factor, as referred to in Directive 2010/31/EU, of at least 0.8;
Amendment 434 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 3 – paragraph 1
Article 3 – paragraph 1
1. Member States shall set an indicative national energy efficiency target expressed as an absolute level of primary energy consumption in 2020. When setting these targets, they shall take into account the Union’s 2020 20% target of 20 %n energy savingsefficiency, the measures provided for in this Directive, the measures adopted to reach the national energy saving targets adopted pursuant to Article 4(1) of Directive 2006/32/EC and other measures to promote energy efficiency within Member States and at Union level. When setting the national energy efficiency targets, Member States may take account of national circumstances affecting primary energy consumption: Changes of energy imports and exports, development of biomass utilisation as well as wind and solar energy, and carbon capture and storage (CCS).
Amendment 519 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 4 – paragraph 1
Article 4 – paragraph 1
1. Without prejudice to Article 7 of Directive 2010/31/EU, Member States shall ensure that as from 1 January 2014, 32% of the total floor area owned by their public bodies is renovated each year to meet at least the minimum energy performance requirements set by the Member State concerned in application of Article 4 of Directive 2010/31/EU. The 32% rate shall be calculated on the total floor area of buildings with a total useful floor area over 250 m2 owned or occupied by the public bodies of the Member State concerned that, on 1 January of each year, does not meet the national minimum energy performance requirements set in application of Article 4 of Directive 2010/31/EU.
Amendment 578 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 4 – paragraph 3 – introductory part
Article 4 – paragraph 3 – introductory part
3. For the purposes of paragraph 1, by 1 January 2014, Member States shall establish and make publicly available an inventory of buildings owned or occupied by their public bodies indicating:
Amendment 638 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 5 – paragraph 1
Article 5 – paragraph 1
Member States shall ensure that public bodies purchase only products, services and buildings with high energy efficiency performance, taking into account cost- effectiveness, economical feasibility and technical suitability, as well as sufficient competition, as referred to in Annex III.
Amendment 739 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 (new)
Article 6 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 (new)
Member States shall ensure that the costs of energy savings can be recovered among final customers. When implementing a saving obligation system in accordance with paragraph 1 Member States shall avoid discrimination, cross-subsidisation and distortion of competition.
Amendment 802 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 9 – subparagraph 2
Article 6 – paragraph 9 – subparagraph 2
Member States opting for this option shall notify to the Commission, by 1 January 2013 at the latest, the alternative measures that they plan to adopt, including the rules on penalties referred to in Article 9, and demonstrating how they would achieve the required amount of savings. The Commission may refuse such measures or make suggestions for modifications in the 3 months following notification. In such cases, the alternative approach shall not be applied by the Member State concerned until the Commission expressly accepts the resubmitted or modified draft measuresThe Member States shall take these suggestions or modifications into account.
Amendment 866 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 7 – paragraph 2
Article 7 – paragraph 2
2. Member States shall ensure thatcourage enterprises not included in the second subparagraph of paragraph 1 are subject to an energy audit carried outto carry out energy audits on a regularly basis in an independent and cost-effective manner by qualified or accredited experts at the latest by 30 June 2014 and eve. For this purpose Member States may include energy audits as part of wider voluntary thagree years from the date of the previous energy auditments concluded between organisations of stakeholders and an appointed body and supervised by the Member State concerned or by the Commission.
Amendment 960 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 8 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 4
Article 8 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 4
In case of heating and cooling, where a building is supplied from a district heating network or through central heating, a heat meter shall be installed at the building entry or at the outlet of the boiler respectively. In multi-apartmenunit buildings, individual heat consumption metermetering devices shall also be installed to measure the consumption of heat or cooling for each apartmenunit. Where the use of individual heat consumption meters is not technically or economically feasible, individual heat cost allocators, in accordance with the specifications in Annex VI(1.2), shall be used for measuring heat consumption at each radiator.
Amendment 1047 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 1
Article 10 – paragraph 1
1. By 31 JanuaryDecember 20145, Member States shall establishcarry out and notify to the Commission a national heating and cooling plan for developingcomprehensive assessment of the potential for the application of high- efficiency cogeneration and efficient district heating and cooling, containing the information set out in Annex VII. The plans shall be updated and notified to the Commission every five years. Member States shall ensure by means of their regulatory framework that national heating and cooling plans are taken into accountIf they have already carried out an equivalent assessment, they shall notify it to the Commission. The assessment shall be updated and notified to the Commission every five years. Member States shall ensure that efficient use of energy resources and the development of resource efficient heating and cooling systems are considered in local and regional development plansning, including urban and rural spatial plansning, and fulfil the design criteria in Annex VIIin local and regional energy strategies and planning. Account shall be taken of local/regional heat markets.
Amendment 1075 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 10 – paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. For the purpose of the assessment referred to in paragraph 1, Member States shall carry out a cost-benefit analysis covering their territory, including based on climate conditions, economical feasibility or technical suitability, in order to identify and facilitate implementation of the most cost-efficient solutions to meet heating and cooling requirements.
Amendment 1087 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 2
Article 10 – paragraph 2
2. Based on the assessment referred to in paragraphs 1 and 1a, Member States shall take the necessary measures to develop efficient district heating and cooling infrastructure to accommodate the development of high- efficiency cogeneration and the use of heating and cooling from waste heat and renewable energy sources in accordance with paragraphs 1, 3, 6 and 7. When developing district heating and cooling, they shall to the extent possible opt for high-efficiency cogeneration rather than heat-only generation, when heat is produced in combustion installations.
Amendment 1151 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2
Article 10 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2
Member States shall adopt authorisation criteria as referred to in Article 7 of Directive 2009/72/EC, or equivalent permit criteria, to ensure that the provisions of the first subparagraph are met. They shall in particular ensure that the location of new installations takes into account the availability of suitable additional heat loads for cogeneration in accordance with Annex VIIInot yet covered by heat from high efficient cogeneration in accordance with the assessment referred to in paragraph 1.
Amendment 1152 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2
Article 10 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2
Member States shall adopt authorisation criteria as referred to in Article 7 of Directive 2009/72/EC, or equivalent permit criteria, to ensure that the provisions of the first subparagraph are met. They shall in particular ensure that the location of new installations takes into account the availability of suitable additional heat loads for cogeneration in accordance with Annex VIIInot yet covered by heat from high efficient cogeneration in accordance with the assessment referred to in paragraph 1.
Amendment 1160 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part
Member States may lay down conditions for exempinclude in their authorisation criteria or equivalent permit criteria conditions for exempting individual installations from the provisions ofin paragraph 3 when:
Amendment 1166 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 – point a
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 – point a
(a) the threshold conditions related to the availability of heat load set out in point 1 of Annex VIII are not met; a cost-benefit analysis carried out for the individual installation shows that the costs outweigh the benefits in comparison with the full life-cycle costs, including infrastructure investment, of providing the same amount of electricity and heat with separate heating or cooling; or
Amendment 1171 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 – point b
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 – point b
(b) the requirement in point (b) of the first subparagraph 3 related to the location of the installation cannot be met due to the need to locate an installation close to a geological storage site permitted under Directive 2009/31/EC; or
Amendment 1176 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 – point c
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 – point c
(c) a cost-benefit analysis shows that the costs outweigh the benefits in comparison with the full life-cycle costs, including infrastructure investment, of providing the same amount of electricity and heat with separate heating or coolingthe threshold conditions related to the availability of additional heat load set out in point 1 of Annex VIII are not met.
Amendment 1185 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2
Amendment 1196 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 5
Article 10 – paragraph 5
Amendment 1219 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 6 – subparagraph 1
Article 10 – paragraph 6 – subparagraph 1
Member States shall ensure that, whenever an existing electricity generation installation with a total rated thermal input exceeding 20 MW is substantially refurbished or when, in accordance with Article 21 of Directive 2010/75/EC, its permit is updated, conversion to allow its operation as a high-efficiency cogeneration installation is set as a condition in the new or updated permit or licence, provided that the installation is sited in a location where the waste heat can be used by additional heat demand points in accordance with point 1 of Annex VIII.
Amendment 1229 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 1
Article 10 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 1
Member States may lay down conditions for exemption from the provisions of paragraph 6 when: (a) the threshold conditions related to the availability of heat load set out in point 1 of Annex VIII are not met; or (b)include in their authorisation criteria or permit criteria conditions for exempting individual installations from the provisions in paragraph 6 when a cost-benefit analysis shows that the costs outweigh the benefits in comparison with the full life-cycle costs, including infrastructure investment, of providing the same amount of electricity and heat with separate heating or cooling, or when the threshold conditions related to the availability of additional heat load set out in point 1 of Annex VIII are not met.
Amendment 1234 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 1 – point a
Article 10 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 1 – point a
Amendment 1239 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 1 – point b
Article 10 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 1 – point b
Amendment 1248 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 2
Article 10 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 2
Amendment 1281 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 8 – subparagraph 3
Article 10 – paragraph 8 – subparagraph 3
Member States may lay down conditions for exempinclude in their authorisation criteria or permit criteria conditions for exempting individual installations from the provisions in the first sub-paragraph when: a) the threshold conditions related to the availability of heat load set out in point 2 of Annex VIII are not met; or b) a cost-benefit analysis shows that the costs outweigh the benefits in comparison with the full life- cycle costs, including infrastructure investment, of providing the same amount of electricity and heat with separate heating or cooling, or when the threshold conditions related to the availability of additional heat load set out in point 1 of Annex VIII are not met.
Amendment 1283 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 8 – subparagraph 3 – point a
Article 10 – paragraph 8 – subparagraph 3 – point a
Amendment 1286 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 8 – subparagraph 3 – point b
Article 10 – paragraph 8 – subparagraph 3 – point b
Amendment 1291 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 8 – subparagraph 4
Article 10 – paragraph 8 – subparagraph 4
Amendment 1308 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 9
Article 10 – paragraph 9
9. The Commission shall establish by 1 January 2013 by means of a delegated act in accordance with Article 18 a mMethodology for the cost-benefit analysis referred to in paragraphs 4 (c), 7 (b) and 8 (b) is presented in Annex VIII a.
Amendment 1353 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 12 – paragraph 3
Article 12 – paragraph 3
Amendment 1512 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 19 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2 a (new)
Article 19 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2 a (new)
Member States should not set targets for the industry which is exposed to a significant risk of carbon leakage, as determined in Commission Decision 2010/2/EU. If they anyhow decide to do so, Member States shall express possible sectoral targets for production processes in these industries in energy use per output unit so as to avoid impeding industrial growth.
Amendment 1531 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 19 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 2
Article 19 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 2
The Commission shall also monitor the impact of implementing this Directive on Directive 2003/87/EC, Directive 2009/28/EC as well as9/28/EC and Directive 2010/31/EC.
Amendment 1535 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 19 – paragraph 7
Article 19 – paragraph 7
7. By 30 June 2014 the Commission shall submit the assessment referred to in Article 3(2) to the European Parliament and to the Council, followed, if appropriate, by a legislative proposal laying down mandatory national targetsproposals for further measures. The assessment shall also be based on the evaluation of the first annual report referred to in paragraph 1.
Amendment 1546 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 19 – paragraph 9
Article 19 – paragraph 9
9. By 30 June 2018, the Commission shall assess the progress made by Member States in removing the regulatory and non- regulatory barriers referred to in Article 15(1); this assessment shall be followed, if appropriate, by a legislative proposalrecommendations.
Amendment 1703 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex VI – section 2 – point 2.1 – subparagraph 1 – point c
Annex VI – section 2 – point 2.1 – subparagraph 1 – point c
(c) With centralised heating and cooling, billing shall be provided on a monthly basis during the heating/cooling season where individual meters are installed, billing based on actual consumption shall be provided on a monthly basis during the heating/cooling season, if requested by final customers. Where billing is based on heat cost allocation, monthly harmonized bills shall be balanced at least yearly.
Amendment 1720 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex VI – section 2 – point 2.1 – subparagraph 1 – point d
Annex VI – section 2 – point 2.1 – subparagraph 1 – point d
(d) At least every two months for hot water billing or, if provided by the same central system, with the same frequency as under (c).
Amendment 1740 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex VII – section 1 – introductory part
Annex VII – section 1 – introductory part
1. The assessment of national heating and cooling planotentials referred to in Article 10(1) shall include:
Amendment 1779 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex IX – point b – subparagraph 2
Annex IX – point b – subparagraph 2
The guarantee of origin shall be of the standard size of 1 MWh. It shall relate to the net electricity output measured at the station boundary and exported to the gridgeneration from high efficient cogeneration as mentioned in Article 10 paragraph 11.
Amendment 33 #
2010/2233(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Draws attention to the social and political developments that have taken place in recent years in most countries in the Gulf; encourages the Gulf states to sustain and extend their efforts to promote human rights, gender equality between men and women, the right to work – including for migrant workers – and freedom of conscience, freedom of religion, freedom of expression and opinion; invites the Gulf states to listen to the voices of civil society and to support the emergence of local structures and associations;
Amendment 325 #
2010/2202(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 68a (new)
Paragraph 68a (new)
68a (new). Underlines the obstacles still existing in parts of the world like Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, Pakistan, Iraq, Somalia and Sudan for the unhindered profession of faith, both at the individual and collective level as well as growing intolerance against religious minorities in countries with grounded democratic traditions such as India and calls on the European Commission to insist on such issues in the context of its relevant political dialogues;
Amendment 326 #
2010/2202(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 68b (new)
Paragraph 68b (new)
68b (new). Firmly condemns any criminalisation or punishment for ‘apostasy’ in relation to cases of conversion from one religion to another or from one religious denomination (subgroup) to another, still carried out in most of the countries of the Middle-East and North Africa; calls on the EU institutions to exert pressure on these countries to reject such practices, in particular when the capital punishment is foreseen; is deeply concerned about forced convertions practices still existing in countries like Saudi Arabia and Egypt and asks for a clear commitment on the part of the EU institutions as for the fight against such human rights violations;
Amendment 327 #
2010/2202(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 68c (new)
Paragraph 68c (new)
68c (new). Recalls that in a number of countries in the world, prohibition, confiscation and destruction of both places of worship and of religious publications, as well as the prohibition of the training of clergy, is still a common practice; urges the EU institutions to counter such violations in their contacts with the relevant Governments;
Amendment 328 #
2010/2202(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 68d (new)
Paragraph 68d (new)
68d (new). Supports the strengthening of clauses and conditionalities related to the respect of human rights, and in particular of the fundamental right to religious freedom, in bilateral agreements with third countries;
Amendment 329 #
2010/2202(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 68e (new)
Paragraph 68e (new)
68e (new). Urges the EU institutions, in their contacts with the relevant Governments, to encourage those countries where blasphemy laws are instrumentalised for the purpose of persecuting members of religious minorities to amend or abolish such provisions;
Amendment 415 #
2010/2202(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 93
Paragraph 93
93. Calls on the Commission staff to meet regularly with civil society and Churches’ representatives in Brussels in order to foster dialogue with those partners who actually implement projects on the ground;
Amendment 60 #
2010/2108(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5 a (new)
Paragraph 5 a (new)
5a. Believes that the EU should respond symmetrically to the energy policy of third countries, particularly import partners, by giving foreign policy backing and diplomatic support to its own energy policy;
Amendment 68 #
2010/2108(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6 a (new)
Paragraph 6 a (new)
6a. Believes that the European Union High Representative for the Common Foreign and Security Policy, fulfilling her mandate and the commitments undertaken at the hearings in Parliament, should give strong support to the EU’s energy policy, including specific projects and investments aimed at enhancing energy security;
Amendment 69 #
2010/2108(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6 b (new)
Paragraph 6 b (new)
6b. Believes that the EU should stick to the letter of the law and enforce compliance therewith in the spirit of energy solidarity and respect for competition and common market rules, and not give in to the vested interests of individual European countries, especially not exporters of gas to the European market;
Amendment 183 #
2010/2108(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 18 a (new)
Paragraph 18 a (new)
18a. Believes that in order to avoid considerable negative socioeconomic consequences in the EU regions where coal mining continues to be a major source of employment, the EU should maintain the possibility for Member States to subsidise coal mining until 2021; any restriction in this respect, particularly from 2014 on, would inevitably cause poverty and unemployment and have other negative social consequences;
Amendment 184 #
2010/2108(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 18 b (new)
Paragraph 18 b (new)
18b. Stresses that the EU should lay greater emphasis on the search for and extraction of gas from its own sources, particularly in view of the technology for extracting unconventional and tight gas;
Amendment 347 #
2010/2108(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 40 a (new)
Paragraph 40 a (new)
40a. Considers that as a matter of priority the EU must introduce a policy to diversify gas supplies and sources, stressing the need for alternative sources and gas import routes, aimed in particular at countries whose energy security is threatened by an import monopoly;
Amendment 348 #
2010/2108(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 40 b (new)
Paragraph 40 b (new)
40b. Considers that, in order to enhance the effectiveness of anti-crisis measures, a 'reverse flow' mechanism should be introduced for main gas routes;
Amendment 349 #
2010/2108(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 40 c (new)
Paragraph 40 c (new)
40c. Considers that the strategy to restrict hard coal consumption in EU Member States should not be allowed to strengthen the gas import monopoly; restricting hard coal consumption in the energy sector must be conditional on effective diversification of gas supplies in the Member States so as to avoid reinforcing the raw materials monopoly;
Amendment 423 #
2010/2108(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 51 a (new)
Paragraph 51 a (new)
51a. Considers that the main threat to consumer rights in the EU is the lack of competition in many sectors of the energy market; the key to strengthening competition in this market is to diversify transport routes, fossil energy sources and gas and oil market operators, particularly in countries which, for geographical or political reasons, are subject to a monopoly on raw material imports;
Amendment 80 #
2010/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Calls on the Commission to present an evaluation of the result of the efforts made by Member States and the Commission; considers that, if the evaluation reveals unsatisfactory implementation of the strategy and the EU is therefore projected not to reach its 2020 target, the EEAP should include a commitment by the Commission to propose further EU measures such as bindingcative energy efficiency targets for the Member States which are fair, measurable and take into account their relative starting positions and national circumstances; stresses that the method should be based on absolute reductions in energy consumption to ensure transparency;
Amendment 97 #
2010/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Calls for a revision of the Energy Services Directive (ESD) to expand its time framework until 2020 and to include a so- called scoreboard approach (with flexible targets), which leaves flexibility for Member States to choose in which areas they will focus their effort based on assumptions with regard to cost-efficiency and potential energy savings;
Amendment 102 #
2010/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Calls on the Commission to include a critical assessment of National Energy Efficiency Action Plans and their implementation, including a binding template for reporting, merge reporting with ESD, energy labelling and eco-design to remove burdens from Member States, and evaluate each Member State's actions and rank them to make sound use of the flexible targets approach; at the same time the energy efficiency target monitoring mechanism should be envisaged for the purpose of the evaluation of National Energy Efficiency Action Plans;
Amendment 115 #
2010/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6 a (new)
Paragraph 6 a (new)
6a. Calls on the Commission to propose legislative means, possibly within the revision of the Energy Services Directive (ESD), for a binding obligation on the Member States to introduce a White certificate scheme;
Amendment 151 #
2010/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10 a (new)
Paragraph 10 a (new)
10a. Calls on the Commission to introduce a method of multi-fuel benchmarks for district heating and cooling networks and for high - efficient cogeneration with regards to the allocation of the free emission allowances;
Amendment 353 #
2010/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 34
Paragraph 34
34. Welcomes in this regard the Commission's proposal to use uncommitted funds under the EEPRP Regulation for the creation of a dedicatedshort-term financial instrument to support energy efficiency and renewables initiatives and asks the Council to adopt the proposal rapidly;
Amendment 363 #
2010/2107(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 35
Paragraph 35
35. Stresses the need to improve the use of existing EU funds such as the ERDF for energy efficiency measures; asks the Commission to identify the obstacles to the use of a larger share of the resources of the Structural and Cohesion Funds for this purpose and to come forward with adequate actions to address these obstacles (e.g. additional EU measures to support technical assistance, CHP development, large-scale renewable installations development);
Amendment 46 #
2010/2079(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 11
Paragraph 11
11. Supports the reduction in combinations of funding rates and methods for defining indirect costs across the different instruments; acknowledges that neither the current differentiation between universities/research centres, industry, non-profit organizations and SMEs nor the differentiation between activities (management, research, demonstration and dissemination) should be abolished;
Amendment 112 #
2010/2079(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 36 a (new)
Paragraph 36 a (new)
36a. Believes that the approach aimed at favouring the identification of common basic principles should not prejudice the national ethical options and specificities in the matter of research;
Amendment 79 #
2010/0816(NLE)
Proposal for a decision
Recital 3
Recital 3
(3) The EEAS will support the High Representative, who is also a Vice- President of the Commission and the President of the Foreign Affairs Council, in fulfilling her mandate to conduct the Common Foreign and Security Policy ("CFSP") of the European Union and to ensure the consistency of the EU's external action as outlined, notably, in Articles 18 and 27 TEU. The EEAS will support the High Representative in her capacity as President of the Foreign Affairs Council, without prejudice to the normal tasks of the General Secretariat of the Council. The EEAS will also support the High Representative in her capacity as Vice- President of the Commission, for her responsibilities within the Commission for responsibilities incumbent on it in external relations and for coordinating other aspects of the Union's external action, without prejudice to the normal tasks of the Commission services and in conformity with Declaration 14 of the Treaty of Lisbon.
Amendment 82 #
2010/0816(NLE)
Proposal for a decision
Recital 5
Recital 5
(5) The European Parliament will fully play its role in the external action of the Union, including its functions of political control as provided for in Article 14(1) of the TEU, as well as in legislative and budgetary matters as laid down in the Treaties. Furthermore, in accordance with Article 36 of the TEU, the High Representative will regularly consult the European Parliament on the main aspects and the basic choices of the CFSP and will ensure that the views of the European Parliament are duly taken into consideration. The EEAS will assist the High Representative in this regard. Specific arrangements should be made with regard to access for Members of European Parliament to classified documents and information in the area of CFSP. Members of the European Parliament coming from Member States which are contributing significantly to CSDP missions should be given preference. Until the adoption of such arrangements, existing provisions under the 2002 Interinstitutional Agreement on classified documents and information in the area of ESDP will apply.
Amendment 83 #
2010/0816(NLE)
Proposal for a decision
Recital 5 a (new)
Recital 5 a (new)
(5a) The National Parliaments shall be fully involved alongside the European Parliament in exercising their power of scrutiny and oversight of CFSP and CSDP.
Amendment 91 #
2010/0816(NLE)
Proposal for a decision
Recital 7 a (new)
Recital 7 a (new)
(7a) In accordance with Article 27(3) of the TEU, the EEAS will comprise officials from the General Secretariat of the Council and the Commission as well as personnel coming from the diplomatic services of the Member States. For that purpose, the relevant departments and functions in the General Secretariat of the Council and in the Commission will be transferred to the EEAS, together with officials and temporary agents occupying a post in such departments or functions. Before the 1st of July 2013, the EEAS will recruit exclusively officials originating from the General Secretariat of the Council and the Commission as well as staff coming from the diplomatic services of the Member States. After that date, all officials and other servants of the European Union should be able to apply for vacant posts in the EEAS. Additional exceptional EEAS appointments may be made by the HR/VP from EU citizens with distinguished careers in public life, who do not come from any of the above categories.
Amendment 118 #
2010/0816(NLE)
Proposal for a decision – amending act
Article 6 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 6 – paragraph 1 a (new)
(1a) If necessary, the EEAS may, in specific cases, have recourse to a limited number of specialised seconded national experts (SNEs). The High Representative shall adopt the rules, equivalent to those laid down in Council Decision 2003/479/EC as amended by Council Decision 2007/829/EC of 5 December 20071, under which SNEs are put at the disposal of the EEAS in order to provide specialised expertise. Additional exceptional EEAS appointments may be made by the HR/VP from EU citizens with distinguished careers in public life, who do not come from any of the above categories.
Amendment 56 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 1
Recital 1
(1) It is important to ensure that consumers and other market participants can have confidence in the integrity of wholesale electricity and gas markets and that prices set on such wholesale energy markets reflect a fair interplay between supply and demand.
Amendment 112 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 18
Recital 18
(18) Where information is not commercially sensitive, the Agency should be able to make that information available to market participants and the wider public. S provided such transparency (a) can help build confidence in the market and help the development of knowledge about the functioning of wholesale energy markets and (b) will not have and adverse impact upon market liquidity or the commercial interests of market participants.
Amendment 207 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 3 a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. Where an emergency has been declared under point (c) of Article 10(3) of Regulation (EU) No 994/2010, market participants acting in accordance with defined responsibilities and defined Emergency Plans shall not be deemed to be violating this Article and be subject to penalties defined in accordance with Article 13.
Amendment 225 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 1
Article 5 – paragraph 1
1. In order to take account of future developments on wholesale energy markets, the Commission shall and ensure coherence with other relevant EU legislation in the fields of financial services and energy, the Commission shall, based on stakeholder consultation and a duly carried out impact assessment, where appropriate, adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 15 and subject to conditions of Articles 16 and 17, specifying the definitions set out at Article 2(1) to (5).
Amendment 230 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 2 – point a
Article 5 – paragraph 2 – point a
(a) the difference in characteristics of natural gas and electricity, the specific functioning of wholesale energy markets and the interaction between commodity markets and derivative markets;
Amendment 239 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 a (new)
Article 5 a (new)
Amendment 261 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 1
Article 7 – paragraph 1
1. The Agency shall be provided with a record of wholesale energy market transactions, including orders to trade. TBased on stakeholder consultation and a duly carried out impact assessment, the Commission shall adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 15 and subject to conditions of Articles 16 and 17, laying down the timing, form and content in which this information is reported and, where appropriate, defining thresholds for the reporting of transactions as well as specifying types of contracts for which transactions shall be reported. The delegated acts shall: (a) specify the wholesale energy products for which transactions shall be reported; (b) specify the content of the information to be reported which shall at least include the precise identification of the wholesale energy products bought and sold, the price and quantity agreed, the dates and times of execution, the parties to the transaction and the beneficiaries of the transaction; (c) lay down the timing and form (…) in which this information shall be reported; (d) define appropriate thresholds for the reporting of transactions.
Amendment 288 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2
Article 9 – paragraph 2
2. TSubject to Article 12 the Agency may decide to make publicly available parts of the information which it holds provided that commercially sensitive information on individual market participants or individual transactions is not releasedor individual market places are not disclosed or can be inferred The Agency and any national regulatory authority, with which such information may have been shared by the Agency under Article 8, shall only publish summary or aggregate transactional price information that will benefit the wholesale electricity and gas markets and the publication of which will not create any distortion in competition in any markets concerning electricity and gas or otherwise.
Amendment 324 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 3
Article 12 – paragraph 3
3. Confidential information received by the persons referred to in paragraph 2 in the course of their duties may not be divulged to any other person or authority, except in summary or aggregate form such that an individual market participant or market place or transaction cannot be identified, without prejudice to cases covered by criminal law or the other provisions of this Regulation, or other relevant Union legislation.
Amendment 352 #
2010/0363(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 18 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 18 – paragraph 1 a (new)
The provisions of this Regulation requiring delegated acts for their implementation shall enter into force only once these delegated acts enter into force.
Amendment 109 #
2010/0220(NLE)
Article 8 a (new)
Amendment 114 #
2010/0220(NLE)
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
This Regulation shall expire on 31 December 202630.
Amendment 17 #
2009/2230(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Believes that cooperation with Russia could be stepped up; wbelcomes, thereforeieves that cooperation in the Baltic Sea area should be an integral part of the new Partnership and Cooperation Agreement with Russia; welcomes, the intention of the Commission and the Member States in the region to have a renewed engagement with Russia on a vast number of areas, such as transport connections, customs and border controls; believes that the EU-Russia common spaces will provide a valuable framework in this regard; stresses, however, that deepening this cooperation should be based on the condition that Russia makes progress in the areas of democratisation and human rights;
Amendment 24 #
2009/2230(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3 a (new)
Paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. Stresses the need to reduce the region's dependency on Russian energy; welcomes the statement of the European Commission on the need for more interconnections between Member States in the region and greater diversification of energy supplies; calls in this regard for increased support for the creation of LNG ports;
Amendment 25 #
2009/2230(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3 b (new)
Paragraph 3 b (new)
3b. Expresses its concern with the ongoing implementation of the Nord Stream Project; calls on the Commission to fulfil the obligations put forward in the resolution of the European Parliament of 8 July 20081 on the environmental impact of the planned gas pipeline in the Baltic Sea to link up Russia and Germany;
Amendment 26 #
2009/2230(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3 c (new)
Paragraph 3 c (new)
Amendment 32 #
2009/2230(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Notes that the amount of EUR 20 million earmarked in the 2010 EU budget specifically for the Baltic Sea Strategy can be used only for external action, which effectively means cooperation with Russia; calls to move future funds allocated to the Baltic Sea Strategy to Chapter 1 of the EU budget in order to make them available also for internal projects;
Amendment 60 #
2009/2214(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5 a (new)
Paragraph 5 a (new)
5a. Calls on the States in the region to ensure that any current transport routes - and those that may emerge in the future - are open to international shipping and to refrain from introducing any unilateral arbitrary burdens, be it financial or administrative, that could hinder the shipping in Arctic, other than internationally agreed means aimed at increasing security or protection of the environment;
Amendment 64 #
2009/2214(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6 a (new)
Paragraph 6 a (new)
6a. Calls on the States in the region to resolve any current or future conflicts over access to natural resources in the Arctic in the way of constructive dialogue, possibly within the AC, which constitutes a good forum for such discussion; underlines the role of the UNCLCS in finding solutions for conflicts between Arctic states over delimitation of their exclusive economic zones;
Amendment 41 #
2009/0173(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13
Recital 13
Amendment 66 #
2009/0173(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 2
Article 1 – paragraph 2
2. From 2020, tThis Regulation sets a target of 135 60g CO2/km for the, starting in 2020, as average emissions ofor the new light commercial vehicles registered in the Communityfleet, in accordance with Article 12(4). This Regulation sets a target of 145g CO2/km, starting in 2025, as average emissions for the new light commercial vehicles fleet, in accordance with Article 12(5).
Amendment 92 #
2009/0173(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point g a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point g a (new)
(ga) 'complete vehicle' means any vehicle which need not be completed in order to meet the relevant technical requirements of Directive 2007/46/EC.
Amendment 100 #
2009/0173(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4
Article 4
For the calendar year commencing 1 January 20145 and each subsequent calendar year, each manufacturer of complete light commercial vehicles shall ensure that its average specific emissions of CO2 do not exceed its specific emissions target determined in accordance with Annex I or, where a manufacturer is granted a derogation under Article 10, in accordance with that derogation. For the purpose of determining each manufacturer's specific emissions of CO2, the following percentages of each manufacturer's new light commercial vehicles registered in the relevant year shall be taken into account: – 65% in 2015 – 75% in 20146, – 80% in 20157, – 100% from 20168 onwards. As of 1 January 2016 completed vehicles shall also be included in determining each manufacturer’s average specific CO2 emissions.
Amendment 145 #
2009/0173(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 10 a (new)
Article 7 – paragraph 10 a (new)
10a. As of 1 January 2014 the monitoring shall be extended to completed vehicles.
Amendment 184 #
2009/0173(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 – indent 1
Article 12 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 – indent 1
– subject to confirmation of its feasibility on the basis of updated impact assessment results, the modalities for reaching, by the year 2020, a long-term target of 13560 g CO2/km, starting in 2020, in a cost-effective manner; and
Amendment 202 #
2009/0173(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2 – second indent
Article 12 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2 – second indent
– confirm thidentify the modalities for a possible inclusion in this Regulation of vehicles in category N2 and M2 as defined in Annex II to Directive 2007/46/EC with a reference mass not exceeding 2 610 kg and to vehicles to which type-approval is extended in accordance with Article 2(2) of Regulation (EC) No 715/2007 for the long-term target.
Amendment 212 #
2009/0173(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 3
Article 12 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 3
The European Commission shall make a proposal to the European Parliament and Council on those measures, designed to amend non- essential elements of this Regulation, shall be adopted in accordance with the regulatory procedure with scrutiny referred to in Article 13(3).
Amendment 221 #
2009/0173(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 4 a (new)
Article 12 – paragraph 4 a (new)
Amendment 230 #
2009/0173(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 7
Article 12 – paragraph 7
7. TBy 2011 the Commission shall by 2015 review the method of determining the specificset up a procedure to obtain representative values of CO2 emissions of CO2and mass of completed vehicles in paragraph 7 of Part B of Annex II and, if appropriate, submit a proposal to the European Parliament and to the Council to amend Annex IIfor monitoring purposes.
Amendment 110 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1
Article 1
This Regulation establishes measures aimed at safeguarding the security of gas supply so as toby ensureing the proper and continuous functioning of the internal market for gas and establishing exceptional measures to be implemented when the market can no longer deliver required gas supplies by providing for a clear definition and attribution of responsibilities and for a coordination of the response at the level of the Member States and the CommunityUnion regarding both preventive action and the reaction to concrete disruptions of supply or serious and reliable threat of them in the spirit of solidarity between the Member States.
Amendment 154 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 a (new)
Article 3 a (new)
Article 3a Long-term security of supply measures 1. By [30 September 2010; 6 months after entry into force] Commission shall prepare the basis for an Early Warning Mechanism in the gas sector. This mechanism should be established comprising bilateral agreements between the EU and third countries on common pre-emptive and rapid reaction to an emergency situation or to a threat of it. 2. The Commission shall introduce a comprehensive plan comprising appropriate incentives enabling fulfilment of the obligation stemming from Article 6.
Amendment 197 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 6
Article 4 – paragraph 6
6. Within six months after the notification of the Plans by the Competent Authorities, the Commission shall assess the Plans of all Member States. The Commission shall consult ENTSO-G, ACER, the Gas Coordination Group and other concerned stakeholders on those plans. Where the Commission, after duly taking into account the opinion of the Gas Coordination Group, considers that a Plan is not effective to mitigate the risks as identified in the risk and impact assessment or inconsistent with the risk scenarios or with the Union Plan or the Plans of other Member States, or that it does not comply with the provisions of this Regulation or other provisions of CommunityUnion law, it shall require the revision of the Plan. Within 2 months from notification of the Commission's request, the Competent Authority concerned shall amend its Plan and notify the amended Plan to the Commission and the Gas Coordination Group or shall set out to the Commission why it does not agree with the request. In that case, the Commission may amend or withdraw its request. If within 2 months, after consultation of the Gas Coordination Group, the Commission decides not to amend or withdraw its request, the Competent Authority shall comply with the Commission's request within 3 months after notification of the Commission's decision.
Amendment 264 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 5
Article 6 – paragraph 5
5. The transmission system operators shall enable permanent physical capacity to transport gas in both directions on all interconnections within twohree years from the entry into force of this Regulation, except in cases where at the request of a Competent Authority, the Commission decides that the addition of a bi-directional flow capacity would not enhance the security of supply of any Member State. Such decision may be reviewed if circumstances change. The level of the bi- directional flow capacity shall be reached in a cost efficient way and at least take into account the capacity required to meet the supply standard set in Article 7. Within that two year period, the gas transmission system operator shall adapt the functioning of the transmission system as a whole so as to enable bi-directional gas flowsThe Competent Authorities and the Commission shall ensure that the assessment of the interconnections is regularly reviewed if circumstances change, in particular through the updating of the national and the Union Preventive Action Plan.
Amendment 323 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 1 – point d a (new)
Article 8 – paragraph 1 – point d a (new)
da) identifying all relevant national, regional and international developments.
Amendment 341 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
1. The national and Union Emergency Plans shall, respectively:
Amendment 372 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 6
Article 9 – paragraph 6
6. The Commission shall verify within one weekthree days whether the declaration of an Emergency fulfils the criteria indicated in paragraph 2. When the Competent Authority of the Member State in Emergency decides to apply the measure unforeseen in the Plans the Commission may verify whether it is justified and whether it does not impose an undue burden on the natural gas undertakings and on the functioning of the internal market. The Commission may, in particular, ask the Competent Authority to modify measures imposing an undue burden on natural gas undertakings and to lift its declaration of Emergency if the Commission considers it not or no longer justified.
Amendment 373 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 6
Article 9 – paragraph 6
6. The Commission shall verify within one weekthree days whether the declaration of an Emergency is justified and whether it does not impose an undue burden on the natural gas undertakings and on the functioning of the internal market. The Commission may seek the advice of the Gas Coordination Group in this matter. The Commission may, in particular, ask the Competent Authority to modify measures imposing an undue burden on natural gas undertakings and to lift its declaration of Emergency if the Commission considers it not or no longer justified.
Amendment 383 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 1
Article 10 – paragraph 1
1. The Commission may declare a Community Emergencythree main Union crisis levels shall be as follows: (1) Union early warning level (Union Early Warning). The Commission shall declare a Union Early Warning at the request of at least one Competent Authority or when the Community loses more than 10% of its daily gas import from third countries as calculated by ENTSO-G. Itprerequisites for actions indicated in at least one agreement under the Early Warning Mechanism in Article 3a(2) are met. In a Union Early Warning the Commission and the High Representative shall mitigate identified risks by means of the EU's external energy policy. (2) Union alert level (Union Alert). The Commission shall declare a Union Alert at the request of at least one Competent Authority. In a Union Alert the Commission shall request the actions to tackle a supply disruption or exceptionally high demand by enhanced Union coordination of the market based measures listed in Annex II. (3) The Commission shall declare a CommunityUnion Emergency where more than one Competent Authority has declared an Emergency following the verification in accordance with Article 9(6). It may declare a Community or when the Union loses more than 10% of its daily gas import from third countries as estimated by ENTSO-G. It shall at the request of a Competent Authority, declare a Union Emergency for specifically affected geographical regions comprising more than one Member State.
Amendment 413 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1
4. When the Commission considers that in a CommunityUnion Emergency, an action taken by a Competent Authority or natural gas undertakings is inappropriate to deal with the Emergency, or that it seriously endangers the situation in another Member State, the Commission shall require the Competent Authority or natural gas undertaking to change its action. The Commission’s request shall specify the measures to be taken by the Competent Authority or natural gas undertaking aiming at restoring the functioning of the internal gas market.
Amendment 421 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 4 a (new)
Article 10 – paragraph 4 a (new)
4a. Where the Commission considers that in a Union Emergency, the actions taken by the Competent Authorities or natural gas undertakings are ineffective to deal with the Union Emergency the Commission is entitled to act directly by implementation of the measures listed in Annex II and Annex III in order, forthwith, to restore the gas supply to the affected markets. The direct involvement of the Commission is allowed until the functioning of the internal natural gas market is restored. The Commission, after consulting the Competent Authorities shall establish the Union compensation mechanisms based on predefined market referring pattern, including appropriate premium for natural gas undertakings that made their natural gas resources available to tackle the Union Emergency.
Amendment 446 #
2009/0108(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 2 – point g
Article 11 – paragraph 2 – point g
(g) implementation of theand review of the Preventive and Emergency Plans;
Amendment 37 #
2008/2336(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 27 a (new)
Paragraph 27 a (new)
27a. Calls for closer monitoring of the right to freedom of religion in the world, as enshrined in Article 9 of the European Convention on Human Rights and Article 2 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights;
Amendment 7 #
2008/2236(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital D a (new)
Recital D a (new)
Da. whereas the main aim of the European Neighbourhood Policy is to establish a friendly environment in the closest environs of the European Union; whereas neighbouring countries are divided naturally into two categories: Southern and Eastern, with different goals and approaches to the European Union,
Amendment 8 #
2008/2236(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital D b (new)
Recital D b (new)
Db. whereas this division is exemplified by the two recently proposed initiatives: Union for the Mediterranean and the Eastern Partnership,
Amendment 38 #
2008/2236(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10 a (new)
Paragraph 10 a (new)
10a. Endorses the Commission's approach to economic integration, which includes the aim of establishing a deep and comprehensive free trade area, and a visa policy which assumes a phased method leading to visa liberalisation;
Amendment 39 #
2008/2236(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10 b (new)
Paragraph 10 b (new)
10b. Supports the Commission's approach to the energy security issue aimed at the creation in the medium term of a mutually beneficial interconnected and diversified energy market between the EU and neighbouring countries; stresses, however, that as well as the further developing harmonisation of partner's energy polices and legislation with the EU practice and aquis, particular attention should be given to the modernisation of the energy infrastructure in partner countries;
Amendment 40 #
2008/2236(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10 c (new)
Paragraph 10 c (new)
10c. Welcomes that the Commission's proposal for the Eastern Partnership includes the establishment of thematic platforms (Democracy, Good Governance and Stability, Economic Integration and Convergence with EU Policies, Energy Security, Contacts between People), which corresponds to the main areas of cooperation;
Amendment 53 #
2008/2236(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16 a (new)
Paragraph 16 a (new)
16a. Welcomes the Communication from the Commission to the European Parliament and the Council on the Eastern Partnership of 3 December 2008;
Amendment 54 #
2008/2236(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16 b (new)
Paragraph 16 b (new)
16b. Considers in this context that Eastern Partnership should not hinder EU membership for those neighbouring countries that would like to apply on the basis of Art 49 of the Treaty;
Amendment 55 #
2008/2236(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16 c (new)
Paragraph 16 c (new)
16c. Notes that this communication will introduce very little institutional framework for the Eastern Partnership; considers that there should be strong institutions, which are essential to manage the relationship;
Amendment 56 #
2008/2236(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16 d (new)
Paragraph 16 d (new)
16d. Endorses the Commission's proposal of Eastern Partnership, which assumes that new relations would be constructed on country tailored new Association Agreements, which would provide a better response to partner's aspirations for a closer relationship;
Amendment 57 #
2008/2236(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16 e (new)
Paragraph 16 e (new)
16e. Welcomes that energy security is an integral part of the proposal for the Eastern Partnership in relations with Eastern partners; endorses the main goals of the communication such as swift completion of negotiations on Ukraine's and Moldova's membership in the Energy Community and enhancing political engagement with Azerbaijan, aimed at its convergence with the EU energy market and infrastructural integration;
Amendment 58 #
2008/2236(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16 f (new)
Paragraph 16 f (new)
16f. Welcomes that the Commission allocates 600 million EUR which includes an additional 350 million EUR; considers nevertheless that this amount is too small when the needs of the Eastern Partnership are taken into consideration;
Amendment 95 #
2008/0014(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
Amendment 107 #
2008/0014(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 3 – paragraph 3
Article 3 – paragraph 3
“3. During the years 2013 to 2019, a Member State may carry forward from the following year a quantity equalof up to 25% of the greenhouse gas emission limit of that Member State in paragraph 2. If the emissions of a Member State are below the limit in paragraph 2 it may carry over its excess emission reductions to theany subsequent year.
Amendment 110 #
2008/0014(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 3 – paragraph 3 a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. Each Member State may transfer part of its greenhouse gas emissions entitlement permitted under Article 3 paragraph 1 and 2 to another Member State. The acquiring Member State may use the greenhouse gas emissions entitlement to fulfil its obligations under Article 3.
Amendment 122 #
2008/0014(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) Certified Emission Reductions (CERs) and Emission Reduction Units (ERUs) issued in respect of emission reductions until 31 December 2012 from project types which were accepted by all Member States pursuant to Directive 2003/87/EC during the period 2008 to 2012.
Amendment 130 #
2008/0014(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) CERs issued in respect of emission reductions from 1 January 2013 from projects which were registered during the period 2008 to 2012 of which the project type was accepted by all Member States pursuant to Directive 2003/87/EC during the period 2008 to 2012before 2013.
Amendment 134 #
2008/0014(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point c
(c) CERs issued in respect of emission reductions achieved from projects implemented in Least Developed Countries of which the project type was accepted by all Member States pursuant to Directive 2003/87/EC during the period 2008 to 2012, until those countries have ratified an agreement with the Community or until 2020, whichever is the earlier.
Amendment 138 #
2008/0014(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Member States shallould ensure that their policies for purchasing these credits enhance the equitable geographical distribution of projects and the achievement of an international agreement on climate change.
Amendment 144 #
2008/0014(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 4 – paragraph 3
Article 4 – paragraph 3
3. Once a future international agreement on climate change has been reached, Member States may only use CERs and ERUs from third countries which have ratified that agreement.
Amendment 147 #
2008/0014(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 4 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1
Article 4 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1
4. The annual use of credits by each Member State pursuant to paragraphs 1, 2 and 3 shall not exceed a quantity equal to 35% of the greenhouse gas emissions of that Member State not covered under Directive 2003/87/EC in the year 2005.
Amendment 175 #
2008/0014(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 6 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2
Article 6 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2
The Commission shall amend the Annex to adjust the emission limits in accordance with the first subparagraph. That measure, designed to amend non-essential elements of this Decision shall be adopted in accordance with the regulatory procedure with scrutiny referred to in Article 9(2)shall be adopted in accordance with the procedure laid down in Article 251 of the Treaty;
Amendment 185 #
2008/0014(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 7 – paragraph 1
Article 7 – paragraph 1
The maximum quantity of emissions under Article 3 of this Decision shall be adjusted in accordance with: (a) the quantity of allowances for greenhouse gas emissions issued pursuant to Article 11 of Directive 2003/87/EC that results from a change in the coverage of sources under that Directive following the final approval by the Commission of the national allocation plans for the period 2008 to 2012 pursuant to Directive 2003/87/EC. (b) the exclusion of small installations which have a rated thermal input below 25MW and reported emissions to the competent authority of less than 25 000 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent pursuant to Article 27 of Directive 2003/87/EC.
Amendment 187 #
2008/0014(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 8 a (new)
Article 8 a (new)
Article 8a On the basis of experience of the application of this Decision and of progress achieved in the monitoring of emissions of greenhouse gases and in the light of developments in the international context, the Commission shall draw up a comprehensive evaluation report on the application of this Decision. The Commission shall submit this report to the European Parliament and the Council by 30 June 2015, accompanied by proposals as appropriate. The report should be prepared and submitted together with a report on the application of Directive 2003/87/EC.
Amendment 222 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 – point 1
Article 1 – point 1
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 1 – new paragraph
Article 1 – new paragraph
It also provides for the reductions of greenhouse gas emissions to be increased so as to contribute to the levels of reductions that are considered scientifically necessary to avoid dangerous climate change and taking into account the achievements of Member States under the Kyoto Protocol.
Amendment 237 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 – point 2 – point (b)
Article 1 – point 2 – point (b)
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 3 – point (h)
Article 3 – point (h)
Amendment 269 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 6 - paragraph 1 – new subparagraph
Article 6 - paragraph 1 – new subparagraph
Amendment 281 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 – point 5
Article 1 – point 5
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 9 – paragraph 1
Article 9 – paragraph 1
The Community-wide quantity of allowances issued each year starting in 2013 and until 2020 shall decrease in a linear manner beginning from the mid- point of the period 2008 to 2012. The quantity shall decrease by a linear factor of 1.74% compared to the average annual total quantity of allowances issued by Member States in accordance with the Commission Decisions on their national allocation plans for the period 2008 to 2012.
Amendment 301 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 - Point 7
Article 1 - Point 7
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10 - paragraph 2 - point a
Article 10 - paragraph 2 - point a
(a) 980% of the total quantity of allowances to be auctioned being distributed amongst Member States in shares that are identical to the share of average verified emissions under the Community scheme in 2005the 2005- 2007 of the Member State concerned;
Amendment 306 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 - Point 7
Article 1 - Point 7
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10 - paragraph 2- point ba (new)
Article 10 - paragraph 2- point ba (new)
(ba) 10 % of the total quantity of allowances to be auctioned being distributed amongst Member States in accordance with achievements accomplished between Kyoto Protocol base year and the year 2005 in order to take account of the efforts made up to the date of the introduction of the Community scheme.
Amendment 316 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 - Point 7
Article 1 - Point 7
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10 - paragraph 3
Article 10 - paragraph 3
3. At least 20% of the revenues generated from the auctioning of allowances referred to in paragraph 2, including all revenues from the auctioning referred to in point (b) thereof, should be used for one or more of the following: (a) to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, including by contributing to the Global Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Fund, to adapt to the impacts of climate change and to fund research and development and demonstration projects for reducing emissions and adapting, including participation in initiatives within the framework of European Strategic Energy Technology Plan; (b) to develop renewable energies to meet the commitment of the Community to using 20% renewable energies by 2020, and to meet the commitment of the Community to increase energy efficiency by 20% by 2020; (c) for theclean coal technologies including capture and geological storage of greenhouse gases, in particular from coal power stations; ca) for modernisation of coal-based combustion installations or their replacement by more efficient units producing lower CO2 emissions; (d) for measures to avoid deforestation, in particular in Least Developed Countries; (e) to facilitate developing countries' adaptation to the impacts of climate change; (f) to address social aspects in lower and middle income households, for example by increasing their energy efficiency and insulation; and (g) to cover administrative expenses of the management of the Community scheme.
Amendment 355 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 - Point 7
Article 1 - Point 7
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10 - paragraph 5
Article 10 - paragraph 5
5. By 31 December0 June 2010, the Commission shall adopt a Regulation on timing, administration and other aspects of auctioning to ensure that it is conducted in an open, transparent, harmonised and non- discriminatory manner. Auctions shall be designed to restrict access to the “primary market” only to installations subject to the Community scheme and to limit the quantity of allowances acquired by them to their production capacity, and to that end ensure that operators, and in particular any small and medium size enterprises covered by the Community scheme, have full access and any other participants do not undermine the operation of the auction. That measure, designed to amend non-essential elements of this Directive by supplementing it, shall be adopted in accordance with the regulatory procedure with scrutiny referred to in Article [23(3)]It is also necessary to introduce a market- based instrument to prevent severe fluctuation of allowance prices and provide sustainability of macroeconomic surroundings. That measure shall be adopted in accordance with the procedure laid down in Article 251 of the Treaty.
Amendment 384 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 – point 8
Article 1 – point 8
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10a – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 10a – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
1. The Commission shall, by 30 June1 December 20110, adopt Community wide and fully- harmonised implementing measures for allocating the allowances referred to in paragraphs 2 to 6 and 8 in a harmonised manner.
Amendment 395 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 – point 8
Article 1 – point 8
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10a – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 3
Article 10a – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 3
The measures referred to in the first subparagraph shall, to the extent feasible, ensure that allocation takes place in a manner that gives incentives for greenhouse gas and energy efficient techniques and for reductions in emissions, by taking account of the most efficient techniques, substitutes, alternative production processes, use of biomass and greenhouse gas capture and storage, and shall not give incentives to increase emissions. No free allocation shall be made in respect of any electricity production.
Amendment 426 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 – point 8
Article 1 – point 8
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10a – paragraph 2
Article 10a – paragraph 2
2. Subject to paragraph 3, no free allocation shall be given to electricity generators, to installations for the capture, pipelines for the transport or to storage sites for greenhouse gas emissions.
Amendment 459 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 – point 8
Article 1 – point 8
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10a – paragraph 3
Article 10a – paragraph 3
3. Free allocation may be given to electricity generators in respect of the production of heat through high efficiency cogeneration as defined by Directive 2004/8/EC and to district heating producers for economically justifiable demand to ensure equal treatment with regard to other producers of heat. In each year subsequent to 2013, the total allocation to such installations in respect of the production of that heat shall be adjusted by the linear factor referred to in Article 9.
Amendment 480 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 – point 8
Article 1 – point 8
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10a – paragraph 5
Article 10a – paragraph 5
5. The maximum amount of allowances that is the basis for calculating allocations to installations which are only included in the Community scheme from 2013 onwards shall not exceed, in 2013, the total verified emissions of those installations in 2005 to 20078 or the average emissions of those installations in 2008-2010. In each subsequent year, the total allocation to such installations shall be adjusted by the linear factor referred to in Article 9.
Amendment 490 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 – point 8
Article 1 – point 8
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10a – paragraph 6 – subparagraph 3
Article 10a – paragraph 6 – subparagraph 3
Amendment 569 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a regulation – amending act
Article 1 - point 8
Article 1 - point 8
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10a - paragraph 9 - point aa (new)
Article 10a - paragraph 9 - point aa (new)
(aa) the effect of passing through CO2 cost in electricity prices on the sector or sub-sector concerned;
Amendment 601 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 - point 8
Article 1 - point 8
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10b - introduction
Article 10b - introduction
Not later than June 20110, the Commission shall, in the light of the outcome of the international negotiations and the extent to which these lead to global greenhouse gas emission reductions, and after consulting with all relevant social partners, submit to the European Parliament and to the Council an analytical report assessing the situation with regard to energy-intensive sectors or sub- sectors and energy sectors that have been determined to be exposed to significant risks of carbon leakage. This shall be accompanied by any appropriate proposals, which may include:
Amendment 631 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 - point 9
Article 1 - point 9
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 11a - paragraph 2
Article 11a - paragraph 2
2. Operators may request the competent authority, to the extent that the levels of CER/ERU use allowed to them by Member States for the period 2008 to 2012 have not been used up, to issue allowances to them valid from 2013 onwards in exchange for CERs and ERUs issued in respect of emission reductions up until 2012 from project types which were accepted by all Member States in the Community scheme during the period 2008 to 2012. Until 31 DecemberMarch 20145, the competent authority shall make such an exchange on request.
Amendment 644 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 - point 9
Article 1 - point 9
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 11a - paragraph 3 - subparagraph 2
Article 11a - paragraph 3 - subparagraph 2
The first subparagraph shall apply for all project types which were accepted by all Member States in the Community scheme during the period 2008 to 2012.
Amendment 652 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 - point 9
Article 1 - point 9
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 11a - paragraph 4 - subparagraph 2
Article 11a - paragraph 4 - subparagraph 2
The first subparagraph shall apply to CERs for all project types which were accepted by all Member States in the Community scheme during the period 2008 to 2012, until those countries have ratified an agreement with the Community or until 2020, whichever is the earlier.
Amendment 686 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a regulation – amending act
Article 1 - point 15 - point a
Article 1 - point 15 - point a
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 19 - paragraph 1
Article 19 - paragraph 1
1. Allowances issued from 1 January 2013 onwards shall be held in the Community registry. Each Member State shall have access to the Community registry for the execution of processes pertaining to the maintenance of the holding accounts opened in the Member State and the allocation, surrender and cancellation of allowances under the Regulation on a standardised and secured system of registries. The Community registry shall not restrict the Member State in the fulfilment of its responsibilities and the execution of authorised operations under the UNFCCC or the Kyoto Protocol.
Amendment 688 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a regulation – amending act
Article 1 - point 17
Article 1 - point 17
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 22 - paragraph 1- subparagraph 1
Article 22 - paragraph 1- subparagraph 1
The Commission may amend the Annexes to this Directive, with the exception of Annex I and Annex IIa, in the light of the reports provided for in Article 21 and of the experience of the application of this Directive. Annex I and Annex IIa may be amended only in accordance with the procedure laid down in Article 251 of the Treaty. Annexes IV and V may be amended in order to improve the monitoring, reporting and verification of emissions.
Amendment 702 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a regulation – amending act
Article 1 - point 19
Article 1 - point 19
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 24 a - paragraph 1
Article 24 a - paragraph 1
1. In addition to the inclusions provided for in Article 24, the Commission mayshall adopt implementing measures for issuing allowances in respect of projects administered by Member States that reduce greenhouse gas emissions outside of the Community scheme. Those measures, designed to amend non- essential elements of this Directive by supplementing it, shall be adopted in accordance with the regulatory procedure with scrutiny referred to in Article [23(3)]. Any such measures shall not result in the double-counting of emissions reductions and impede the undertaking of other policy measures to reduce emissions not covered by the Community scheme. Provisions shall only be adopted where inclusion is not possible in accordance with Article 24, and tThe next review of the Community scheme shall consider harmonising the coverage of those emissions across the Community.
Amendment 705 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a regulation – amending act
Article 1 - point 19 a (new)
Article 1 - point 19 a (new)
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 24 b (new)
Article 24 b (new)
(19a) The following Article 24b is inserted: "Article 24b Flexibility Installations included in the Community scheme during the period 2013 to 2020 may use greenhouse gas emission entitlements permitted under Article 3(1) and (2) of Decision 2008/XX/EC for the implementation of their obligations under Directive 2003/87/EC."
Amendment 707 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a regulation – amending act
Article 1 - point 20
Article 1 - point 20
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 25 - paragraph 1a
Article 25 - paragraph 1a
1a. Agreements may be made to provide for the recognition of allowances between the Community scheme and comparable mandatory greenhouse gas emissions trading systems with absolute emissions caps established in any other country or in sub-federal or regional entities.
Amendment 713 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 - point 21
Article 1 - point 21
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 27 - title and paragraph 1
Article 27 - title and paragraph 1
Exclusion of small combustion installations subject to equivalent measures 1. Member States may exclude, from the Community scheme, combustion installations which have a rated thermal input below 25MW, and reported emissions to the competent authority of less than 1025 000 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent, excluding emissions from biomass, in each of the preceding 3 years, and which are subject to measures that will achieve an equivalent contribution to emission reductions, if the Member State concerned complies with the following conditions: (a) it notifies the Commission of each such installation, specifying the equivalent measures that are in place, ; (b) it confirms that monitoring arrangements are in place to assess whether any installation emits 1025 000 tonnes or more of carbon dioxide equivalent, excluding emissions from biomass, in any one calendar year; (c) it confirms that if any installation emits 1025 000 tonnes or more of carbon dioxide equivalent, excluding emissions from biomass, in any one calendar year or the equivalent measures are no longer in place, the installation will be re-introduced into the system; (d) it publishes the information referred to in points (a), (b) and (c) for public comment.
Amendment 746 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 - point 21
Article 1 - point 21
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 28 - paragraph 1
Article 28 - paragraph 1
1. Upon the conclusion by the Community and its Member States of an international agreement on climate change leading, by 2020, to mandatory reductions of greenhouse gas emissions exceeding the minimum reduction levels agreed upon by the European Council, paragraphs 2, 3 and 4 shall apply.
Amendment 753 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 - point 21
Article 1 - point 21
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 28 - paragraph 2
Article 28 - paragraph 2
2. From the year following the conclusion of the international agreement referred to in paragraph 1, the linear factor shall increase so that the Community quantity of allowances in 2020 is lower than that established pursuant to Article 9, by a quantity of allowances equivalebe adjusted to take account tof the overall reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by the Community below 20% to which the international agreement commits the Community, multiplied by the share of overall greenhouse gas emission reductions in 2020 which the Community scheme is contributing pursuant to Articles 9 and 9acontent of the international agreement and the achievements of Member States under the Kyoto Protocol, in accordance with the procedure laid down in Article 251 of the Treaty.
Amendment 782 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 - point 21 a (new)
Article 1 - point 21 a (new)
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 30 - paragraph 2
Article 30 - paragraph 2
Amendment 9 #
2007/2271(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital C
Recital C
C. whereas both the internal and the external dimensions of the Enlargement Strategy directly affects the Union's ability to pursue its policy objectives and to achieve an ever closer Union, as laid down in the Treaties,
Amendment 13 #
2007/2271(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital D
Recital D
D. whereas, whilst previous enlargements have undoubtedly been a success both for the European Union and for the Member States which joined it, this is no guarantee that such accelerated pace can be sustained further,
Amendment 41 #
2007/2271(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital G
Recital G
G. whereas the Union's Enlargement Strategy should be part of a more diversified array of external relations policies, reconciling the Union's geo- strategic interests with our neighbours' diverse expectations,
Amendment 64 #
2007/2271(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital J
Recital J
J. whereas, as stated in its above- mentioned resolution of 13 December 2006, countries with European prospects should benefit from a close bilateral or multilateral relationship with the EU, matching their specific needs and interests; whereas diversified forms of political cooperation cannot be a substitute for membership prospects for countries meeting the Treaty criteria; whereas this option, which entails a broad spectrum of operational possibilities, would grant partner countries a stable, long-term perspective of institutionalised relations with the EU and provide the incentive necessary to foster stability, peace and democratic and economic reform in the countries concerned,
Amendment 77 #
2007/2271(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Reaffirms its firm commitment to the countries with which it has started membership negotiations and to the countries which have been given clear membership prospects, with the understanding that full compliance with the Copenhagen criteria and compatibility with the Union's integration capacity must be fulfilled before these countries can join the Union, before these countries can join the Union, they must fully meet the membership and enlargement requirements laid down in the Treaties;
Amendment 96 #
2007/2271(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Takes the view that the Union's Enlargement Strategy should strike a balance between the Union's geo-strategic interests, the impact of political developments outside its borders together with the resulting expectations of its neighbouring countries, and the Union's integration capacity, including its ability to cope with future internal and external challenges and to realise its political integration project;
Amendment 108 #
2007/2271(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Recalls that integration capacity reflectsand the Union's ability at a given point in time to decide and thus to achieve its political objectives interact, in particular the aim ofas regards promoting economic and social progress and a high level of employment in its Member States, of asserting its identity and its ability to act on the international scene, of promoting the rights and interests of Member States' nationals, of developing an area of freedom, security and justice, of fully maintaining and building on its acquis communautaire and of upholding fundamental rights and freedoms, as laid down in the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union;
Amendment 115 #
2007/2271(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3 a (new)
Paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. Points out that previous enlargements have enhanced the EU’s ability to achieve its political objectives, with particular reference to its ability to act on the international scene and to promoting the European economic model and the rights and interests of Member States' nationals;
Amendment 120 #
2007/2271(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Recalls that this abilintegration capacity not only has institutional and financial implications but also involves sufficient political, social and economic cohesion within the Union, the institutional guarantees for which have been laid down in the Lisbon Treaty;
Amendment 152 #
2007/2271(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7
Paragraph 7
7. Therefore takes the view that every enlargement must be followed by adequate consolidation and political concentration, that is to say, by a serious reassessment of the Union's policies and means in order to ensure consensus around such policies and to focus on objectives which respond to the expectations of our citizens and which guarantee the viability of the Union as a political project;
Amendment 156 #
2007/2271(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7 a (new)
Paragraph 7 a (new)
7a. Draws attention to the crucial responsibility of governments, parliaments and social and political organisations at Member State and Union level for ensuring that the EU enlargement process is understood and is a success;
Amendment 158 #
2007/2271(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
Amendment 199 #
2007/2271(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 12
Paragraph 12
12. Suggests, therefore, that, as regards those eastern neighbours which, in view of their political, economic and social situation and of the Union's current integration capacity, at present do not enjoy membership prospect have not been granted candidate status but at the same time fulfil certain democratic and economic conditions, the Union should establish an area based on common policies covering, in particular, economic and financial issues, trade, energy, transport, environmental issues, the rule of law, justice, security, migration and education; takes the view that these common policies, whilst striving gradually to achieve EU standards and opening the way for closer integration of these countries, should be shaped jointly with the participating countries on the basis of specific decision-making mechanisms, and should be underpinned by adequate financial assistance;
Amendment 219 #
2007/2271(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13
Paragraph 13
13. Welcomes in this respect the launch, within the framework of the EU, of the Union for the Mediterranean as a positive step in our relations with the southern neighbours; believes that this new development strengthens the argument in favour of specific contractual multilateral relations with our eastern neighbours, which, compared to their southern partners, have clear European ambitions and perspectives; maintains that an EU- Eastern Neighbourhood Parliamentary Assembly (EURO-NEST) including the parliaments of Ukaine, Moldova, Armenia, Georgia and Azerbaijan and pro-democratic observers from Belarus should be set up as a step towards a political strengthening of the eastern dimension; recalls that, as a first step, these relations should translate themselves into the establishment of a Free Trade Area, to be followed by closer relations along the lines of a European Economic Area Plus (EEA +), of a European Commonwealth or of specific regional cooperation frameworks, for example in the Black Sea area;
Amendment 53 #
2007/2145(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 32
Paragraph 32
32. Calls on the Council to do its utmost to reach agreement on the Commission proposal for a Council framework decision on combating certain forms and expressions of racism and xenophobia by means of criminal law; points to its opinion of 29 November 2007, which endorsed the proposal; calls on the Commission, after consulting the Agency, to propose similar legislation to combat homophobia;
Amendment 103 #
2007/2145(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 55
Paragraph 55
Amendment 115 #
2007/2145(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 58
Paragraph 58
Amendment 124 #
2007/2145(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 62
Paragraph 62
62. Calls on the social partners to make a substantial effort toMember States to foster an even stronger involvement of social partners in undertaking actions aimed at eliminateing discrimination on grounds of disability or age and to radically improve access for the elderly and disabled to the labour market and to training programmes;
Amendment 156 #
2007/2145(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 80
Paragraph 80
80. Asks that particular attention be paid to the situation of refugee, asylum seeker and migrant children, and to the children of parents who are asylum seekers, refugees or undocumented, so that every child can fully exercise its rights, as defined in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, including the right to non- discrimination, with the interests of the child being given the highest possible priority in all actions taken, however fully acknowledging the important role and the responsibility of parents; condemns the development in some Member States of a two-tier education system and different care and assistance arrangements for children of nationals and non-nationals; condemns situations in which higher priority is given to the application of immigration laws than to arrangements designed to protect the child;
Amendment 165 #
2007/2145(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 86
Paragraph 86
86. Is concerned that the lack of effective integration policies is causing the exclusion of hundreds of thousands of non-nationals and stateless persons from working life, society and politics and society;
Amendment 210 #
2007/2145(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 125
Paragraph 125
125. Emphasises that the main role in any system of health care or long-term care must be played by the individual as beneficiary of the services and that the individual’s rights take priority over the profitability of public health servicesprofitability of public health services cannot overshadow the respect for human dignity;