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43 Amendments of Sabine VERHEYEN related to 2021/2255(INI)

Amendment 32 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital A
A. whereas Europe finds itself in a moment of ecological, digital and social transition, which is being accelerated by the economic and social impact of COVID- 19 and geopolitical tensions linked to the war on Ukraine in a context of rising populism and anti-European sentiment; highlights the importance of defining the role that the New European Bauhaus can play in this regard by contributing to the reconstruction of housing, buildings, historical and cultural landmarks in war afflicted areas in Ukraine; notes that the same practice can be used in EU Member States and other partner countries in Europe, notably the Western Balkans and the Eastern and Southern neighbourhood countries;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 39 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital B
B. whereas the EU has been responding to the challenges of environmental degradation, climate change and the increasing scarcity of natural resources with far-reaching and ambitious political endeavours such as the European Green Deal, which is driving the quest for renewal and innovation; recalls that, as the ‘soul’ of the European Green Deal, the New European Bauhaus aims to address Europe's spatial and environmental needs in a transdisciplinary, sustainable, inclusive, secure, cultural and aesthetic way; whereas the participation of citizens, professionals, civil society, organisations, institutions and authorities on all levels is vital in achieving the NEB goals;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 49 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital C
C. whereas culture is a strategic sector for the EU which helps to bolster its economy, to enable us to live better together and to build democratic and free societies, and yet has been one of the areas hardest hit by the pandemic; whereas the New European Bauhaus can enable further investment in the sector and engage different actors in its implementation on the ground, particularly organisations and SMEs from all regions, including urban, peripheral, less populated, rural, insular, mountainous and remote areas; recalls the importance of respecting geographical balance in this regard and with respect to all objectives of the NEB, including the safety component;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 65 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital D
D. whereas architecture, urban and territorial planning, design, the arts, sociology and engineering are complementary and instrumental for building an sustainable and inclusive society; whereas it is important to use an integrated, multilevel and participatory approach in this regard in order to create innovative and space-efficient solutions in line with our green and digital transition;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 76 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital E
E. whereas building a better future starts with quality education and training; whereas access to quality education is a fundamental right that needs to be available to every individual; notes that the New European Bauhaus needs to address the issue of accessibility of online learning opportunities to all individuals, including adjusting necessary infrastructure for broadband internet in all areas, such as remote, less populated, rural, peripheral, insular and mountainous areas;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 77 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital E
E. whereas building a better future starts with quality education and training; whereas access to quality education is a fundamental right; whereas a high-quality built environment is the result of the work of skilled professionals in the construction sector and creative and cultural industries;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 91 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital F
F. whereas cultural heritage is increasingly impacted by climate change and environmental degradation, causing damage to historical and cultural landmarks in all areas; whereas the New European Bauhaus must be used to restore, adapt and protect it for the future, including also safety measures that will protect citizens living in all regions;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 112 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1
1. Recalls that the historic Bauhaus movement created a paradigm shift in design, architecture and the arts which delivered radical innovation and reflected true cultural and social changes in a progressive artistic and educational context; notes that in these challenging times, the New European Bauhaus can significantly contribute in the same way and positively impact our daily lives by creating real changes on the ground that are complementary with our sustainable goals, without being considered elitist;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 121 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. Welcomes the transdisciplinary character and wide objectives of the New European Bauhaus; notes that the ongoing climate change requires a comprehensive and action-based approach; calls on the Commission to further expand the New European Bauhaus by adding the safety component to its framework and policies; underlines that this will significantly improve the initiative and create tangible results by protecting citizens in the event of natural and man-made disasters;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 130 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2
2. Welcomes the New European Bauhaus (NEB) initiative and emphasises that it must primarily focus on improving the quality of people’s lives by transforming the spaces, buildings, cities, regions and territories in which they live, including peripheral urban areas, less populated rural, insular, mountainous and remote areas in the European Union and beyond;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 136 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2 a (new)
2a. Underlines the potential that the New European Bauhaus has; encourages the Commission to organise consultations among citizens and institutions to help achieve full implementation of the initiative in Member States and enable better local, regional and national cooperation that will strengthen social and territorial cohesion and assist in carrying out projects that embody NEB objectives; recalls the importance of respecting geographical balance in this regard;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 139 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2 b (new)
2b. Calls on the Commission to further broaden the reach of the New European Bauhaus and allow partner countries from the Western Balkans and the rest of Europe to take part in the initiative; reiterates that this will lead to enhanced cooperation and better results in the field; highlights the importance of using pilot projects in this regard, while taking into account geographical balance and all NEB aspects, including the safety component that will ensure protection of citizens in cases of natural and man made disasters;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 141 #
3. Recognises the NEB as a creative and interdisciplinary initiative which brings together architecture, design, the arts and science at the forefront of EU policies for the first time, making the European Green Deal a tangible, positive and inclusive experience for all; emphasises the importance of cooperation of all relevant actors in this field; underlines that for true progress and visible impact, the New European Bauhaus also needs to also protect citizens against natural disasters by including a safety component in its objectives; notes that this will enable new and innovative ways of building and guarantee usage of high-quality and resilient building materials;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 157 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
4. Reaffirms that the NEB has the potential to reshape the way European and national policies are conceived and to define the environment of the future by meeting the need for spacbuildings, spaces, regions and territories adapted to new ways of life;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 162 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4 a (new)
4a. Acknowledges that, by translating the values of the original Bauhaus to today’s challenges, the NEB aspires to create a cultural movement that contributes to a smarter, more sustainable and more enjoyable living environment;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 167 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5
5. Emphasises that the NEB must be innovative, accessible, affordable, socially and geographically fair and inclusive and must actively involve EU citizens and community-based organisations in a bottom-up way – from project design to roll-out and evaluation – while avoiding any elitist approaches; calls on the Commission to provide new financing models and underlines the importance of providing clear access to both national and European funding; encourages the Commission to set up focal points in the Member States to help facilitate better implementation of the New European Bauhaus;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 182 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
6. CWelcomes the innovative and integrated approach that the NEB advocates by proposing the efficient use of space, the restoration and valorisation of historical and cultural heritage, smart energy and environmental solutions; considers that this innovative cultural movement has the potential to position Europe as a global frontrunner in the area of architecture, design, culture, technology and energy efficiency by promoting ways of living better together, which can also be applied beyond the EU;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 206 #
Motion for a resolution
Subheading 2 a (new)
Acknowledges that NEB has the potential to contribute to the post-war restoration of cities, societies and economy
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 207 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7
7. Urges the Commission and Member States to raise awareness about this initiative and to improve the coordination between all levels of governance, which should have equitable access to opportunities and fundingcivil societies, organisations and stakeholders from all parts of the European Union, taking into account geographical balance; notes that these actors should have equitable access to both European and national opportunities and funding; highlights the importance of proper and structured funding on EU and national level to support pilot projects, ideas and the implementation of the initiative on the ground;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 221 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7 a (new)
7a. Calls on the Commission and Member States to hold regular consultations on the implementation of the New European Bauhaus that will serve as exchanges of good practices and meeting points to raise important issues and suggest improvements that will allow the initiative to extend its reach;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 226 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7 b (new)
7b. Calls on the Commission to facilitate dialogues on the New European Bauhaus between Member States and neighbouring countries, including the Western Balkans, in order to spread the initiative beyond EU borders; notes that this will largely benefit all citizens and enable the initiative to reach its full potential and create real, tangible results;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 237 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8 – indent 1
- supporting the implementation of key policies; (e.g. Green Deal, environmental, industrial, social and cultural policies);
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 246 #
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 248 #
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 249 #
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 252 #
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 257 #
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 258 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8 – indent 5 a (new)
- involving local and regional organisations, experts and stakeholders;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 259 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8 – indent 5 b (new)
- involving local and regional governments;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 279 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9
9. Calls on the Commission to make a structured programme and implement the principles of the NEB as an integral part ofin all relevant future legislation and EU policies; encourages Member States to also implement the New European Bauhaus initiative in their national policies;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 285 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10
10. Calls, in addition, for specific criteria to be developed for the relevant sectors, in particular construction and architecture, energy, mobility, design, tourism, education and skills, crafts, and the artsculture and arts; reminds that it is crucial to take into account geographical balance in order to allow the New European Bauhaus to spread equally around the EU and beyond;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 309 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 12
12. CNotes that the objectives of the New European Bauhaus cannot be carried out without proper funding; calls on the Commission to table a proposal as soon as possible to make the NEB an EU programme by the next MFF; insists that this will require fresh resources with a dedicated and stable budget line; underlines that this new programme must not reduce funding for other programmes nor divert focus from their agreed political priorities;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 318 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13
13. Calls on the Commission to develop a clear plan for attracting public and private investment; encourages the Member States to allocate adequate funding to the NEB through their recovery and resilience plans and the European structural and investment funds; notes that this will further accelerate the proper implementation of the initiative and create tangible results on the ground;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 321 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13
13. Calls on the Commission to develop a clear plan for attracting public and private investment, with a particular focus on promoting female leadership in venture capital and start-ups; encourages the Member States to allocate adequate funding to the NEB through their recovery and resilience plans and the European structural and investment funds;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 345 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
15. Believes that the NEB movement should promote more sustainable, socially inclusive and innovative ways of life based on new models of planning, constructing and inhabiting our built environment in order to suit emerging needs and help to ensure decentquality housing for all citizens;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 346 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
15. Believes that the NEB movement should promote more sustainable, socially inclusive and innovative ways of life based on new models of planning, constructing and inhabiting our built environment in order to suit emerging needs and help to ensure decentquality housing for all;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 384 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 18
18. Highlights that the NEB could support energy security and efficiency by encouraging investment and incentivising low-tech, low-energy solutions and by focussing on low carbon materials and solutions, and could facilitate the digital transition by improving connectivity to mitigate the digital divide; underlines the importance of the NEB fighting energy poverty through innovative solutions for the building, construction, industrial and materials sectors;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 417 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 20
20. Calls on the Commission and the Member States to connect the NEB to the Renovation Wave, taking advantage of the innovative solutions that the project offers in the comprehensive renovation of our building stock, including with regard to energy efficiency; notes that this will ensure a truly holistic and quality renovation of building stock, including houses and buildings in all areas in line with their specific contexts and surrounding neighbourhood;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 426 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 20 a (new)
20a. Calls on the Commission to cooperate with Member States in mapping out specific projects in line with geographical balance that can be carried out through the New European Bauhaus; notes that priority needs to be given to urgent situations, f.e. reconstruction of damaged housing caused by earthquakes, floods and other natural disasters;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 433 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 20 b (new)
20b. Calls on the Commission to take into account geographic balance and EU's rich cultural diversity when creating and implementing New European Bauhaus strategies, events, projects and actions, including winners of the NEB Festival and the NEB Prize;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 448 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 21 a (new)
21a. Supports the creation of an annual NEB festival and awards; calls for synergies with other relevant European awards and events;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 482 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 25
25. Calls on the Commission to create a publicly accessible database of NEB projects to make the results of the initiative more visible and to further develop the NEB based on best practices; encourages the Commission to hold regular meetings with representatives from Member States and partner countries in order to further improve the initiative;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT
Amendment 491 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 26 a (new)
26a. Welcomes the NEB Prize and the NEB Festival and all events related to it; highlights the importance of organising various events across Europe in order to reach more citizens and raise awareness of the initiative; encourages local, regional, national and European cooperation in this regard;
2022/05/02
Committee: ITRECULT