Procedure completed
2012/2005(INI) Implementation of the Single European Sky legislation
Lead committee dossier: TRAN/7/08576
Legal Basis RoP 052
| Role | Committee | Rapporteur | Shadows |
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| Opinion | AFET | KIRILOV Evgeni (S&D) | |
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| Lead | TRAN | FOSTER Jacqueline (ECR) | MARINESCU Marian-Jean (PPE), DANELLIS Spyros (S&D), MEISSNER Gesine (ALDE), LICHTENBERGER Eva (Verts/ALE), KOHLÍČEK Jaromír (GUE/NGL) |
Legal Basis RoP 052
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2012/10/23
Results of vote in Parliament
- Results of vote in Parliament
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T7-0370/2012
summary
The European Parliament adopted a resolution on the Implementation of the Single European Sky Legislation. Timeframe: Parliament notes that 2012 is expected to be a pivotal year for the implementation of the SES. The critical phase of deployment is on the horizon and must be tackled in a timely, synchronised and coordinated manner. Members consider that it is necessary to build significantly on the progress made so far, laying down binding timeframes for the implementation of the SES but also taking account of business considerations. They underline the need to push ahead with the implementation of the SES legislation, as well as with the performance scheme for air navigation services and network functions in particular. Noting that Europe’s airspace is among the busiest in the world, with over 750 million passengers using EU airports, and this figure is expected to double by 2030, Parliament warns that the increase in air traffic means that Europe’s airspace is fast approaching its maximum capacity and that this problem needs to be urgently addressed. It also notes that maintaining Europe’s consistently high levels of safety and operational conditions is becoming more and more of a challenge, and urges Member States and the Commission to clarify the role of the relevant European bodies. Members highlight the fact that in the Commission’s latest communication on the subject it was estimated that there could be a cumulative impact on EU GDP of EUR 419 billion during the period 2013-2030 in the EU-27, with 328 000jobs being created directly or indirectly and a net saving in CO2 emissions of some 50 million tonnes, if there is a full and timely deployment of the Single European Sky Air Traffic Management Research (SESAR) technology. The timely introduction of SESAR will bring practical benefits for passengers, resulting in flight times being shortened by approximately 10% (or nine minutes), 50% fewer flight cancellations and delays, and a possible reduction in air fares. However, should the deployment of SESAR be delayed by ten years the overall impact would be catastrophic, since there would be a loss of around EUR 268 billion as a result of a reduced cumulative impact on EU GDP, with some 190 000 fewer jobs being created and some 55 million tonnes less saved in CO2 emissions. Parliament asks the Commission to report back: · on the progress made towards the implementation of the performance scheme by all Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs) by December 2012; · on the progress made with regard to the implementation of the SES legislation by March 2013, including an evaluation of the consequences of the delays in implementing the Functional Airspace Blocks (FAB)s and reiterating that the proper functioning of the SES can only be assured if the various implementation dates are strictly honoured by all concerned. Political input: Parliament reminds Member States that the latter have publicly committed themselves to achieving the goal of a Single European Sky, and insists that they must remain proactive and involved in the implementation of this legislation. It calls on Member States to submit national performance plans in line with EU performance targets, and to adopt the revised performance targets proposed by the Commission, and it calls on the Commission to initiate appropriate action in case of failure to meet the deadlines for the implementation of this legislation. Members regret the fact that despite its considerable social and environmental benefits the SES project is not sufficiently known or understood by the public, and invite the Commission, Member States and stakeholders to increase their public communication efforts. Recalling that 4 December 2012 is the deadline for completion of implementation of Functional Airspace Blocks (FABs), but that the latest reports indicate that the situation is far from complying with this provision of the SES legislation, Parliament remains extremely concerned that the creation of FABs across Europe is not only behind schedule but also lacks substance. It calls on the Commission to thoroughly monitor developments and, if necessary, take legal action, including sanctions, vis-à-vis Member States violating their obligations under the SES legislation. Members stress that without FABs the SES cannot be completed. The Commission is asked to: · propose a strategy to accelerate the implementation of the FABs which includes the full implementation of centralised models (e.g. Network Manager, SESAR Joint Undertaking, Deployment Manager); · make greater use of its cautioning methods, and, should these not succeed, take out infringement proceedings against those Member States which have not yet signed the agreements for establishing their FABs. Members feel that the most effective and efficient way of creating the SES is by means of a top-down approach, and therefore ask the Commission to propose measures to eliminate the consequences of the delay in the implementation of FABs, and to switch from the bottom-up to the top-down approach swiftly, in order to ensure that the objectives of the SES II legislative package are achieved. Member States are asked to: · ensure that the issue of lack of resources, especially with regard to the National Supervisory Authority, is addressed swiftly at national political level; · provide the necessary funding as soon as possible for the completion of the SES. SESAR Deployment Strategy: Members acknowledge that there has been substantial financial investment by both industry and the EU in research and development for the SESAR technology, and believes it is now time to put in place the measures necessary to reap the benefits of that investment with the implementation of the SES legislation. Despite the requisite major investment, a number of important and tangible benefits stem from harmonisation, including flight optimisation, fuel efficiency, noise reduction, less air pollution and a reduced impact on climate change, as well as the flexible and safe use of a less fragmented sky. Members highlight the efficiency that greater civil-military coordination would achieve, since using joint infrastructure would result in cost-cutting; emphasises that enhanced interoperability between Member States and the realisation of FABs would also produce benefits in terms of cross border operations. Furthermore, technologies have already been developed by the manufacturers and are currently available, which makes the successful implementation of SESAR an achievable goal. Members stress that the military community is a key actor in the SES context and should be fully involved at all levels and at a very early stage. They urge Member States to speed up their efforts to achieve coordination on the military side. The Commission is asked to: · prepare a legislative proposal on the future role of the SESAR Joint Undertaking in good time, as it has a vital part to play in ensuring the success of the SES; · rapidly to set up the governance, incentive and financial mechanisms, including public funding, that are needed to ensure the timely and effective deployment of SESAR technologies, involving the relevant authorities and stakeholders and paying particular attention to the implementation of innovative financial instruments. Parliament wants to strengthen the EDA’s role in building political awareness, networking, assisting with the deployment phase of SESAR and supporting Member States in financial and operational risk analysis. Lastly, Members acknowledge that the business case for investment in SESAR technologies is stronger in larger and more congested hubs than in smaller regional airports or airports serving seasonal routes. They maintain, however, that the performance of the overall network would be improved by a wider spread of SESAR capabilities, aided by public funding.
- 2012/10/22 Debate in Parliament
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2012/07/24
Committee report tabled for plenary, single reading
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A7-0254/2012
summary
The Committee on Transport and Tourism adopted the own-initiative report by Jacqueline FOSTER (ECR, UK) on the Implementation of the Single European Sky Legislation. Timeframe: the report notes that 2012 is expected to be a pivotal year for the implementation of the SES. Whilst recognising the constraints that exist with regard to the implementation of the SES legislation, Members consider that it is necessary to build significantly on the progress made so far, laying down binding timeframes for the implementation of the SES but also taking account of business considerations. They underline the need to push ahead with the implementation of the SES legislation, as well as with the performance scheme for air navigation services and network functions in particular. Noting that Europe’s airspace is among the busiest in the world, with over 750 million passengers using EU airports, and this figure is expected to double by 2030, the committee warns that the increase in air traffic means that Europe’s airspace is fast approaching its maximum capacity and that this problem needs to be urgently addressed. It also notes that maintaining Europe’s consistently high levels of safety and operational conditions is becoming more and more of a challenge, and urges Member States and the Commission to clarify the role of the relevant European bodies. Members highlight the fact that in the Commission’s latest communication on the subject it was estimated that there could be a cumulative impact on EU GDP of EUR 419 billion during the period 2013-2030 in the EU-27, with 328 000 jobs being created directly or indirectly and a net saving in CO2 emissions of some 50 million tonnes, if there is a full and timely deployment of the Single European Sky Air Traffic Management Research (SESAR) technology. The timely introduction of SESAR will bring practical benefits for passengers, resulting in flight times being shortened by approximately 10% (or nine minutes), 50% fewer flight cancellations and delays, and a possible reduction in air fares. However, should the deployment of SESAR be delayed by ten years the overall impact would be catastrophic, since there would be a loss of around EUR 268 billion as a result of a reduced cumulative impact on EU GDP, with some 190 000 fewer jobs being created and some 55 million tonnes less saved in CO2 emissions. The committee asks the Commission to report back: on the progress made towards the implementation of the performance scheme by all Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs) by December 2012; on the progress made with regard to the implementation of the SES legislation by March 2013, including an evaluation of the consequences of the delays in implementing the Functional Airspace Blocks (FAB)s. Political input: the committee reminds Member States that the latter have publicly committed themselves to achieving the goal of a Single European Sky, and insists that they must remain proactive and involved in the implementation of this legislation. It calls on Member States to submit national performance plans in line with EU performance targets, and to adopt the revised performance targets proposed by the Commission, and it calls on the Commission to initiate appropriate action in case of failure to meet the deadlines for the implementation of this legislation. Members regret the fact that despite its considerable social and environmental benefits the SES project is not sufficiently known or understood by the public, and invite the Commission, Member States and stakeholders to increase their public communication efforts. Recalling that 4 December 2012 is the deadline for completion of implementation of Functional Airspace Blocks (FABs), but that the latest reports indicate that the situation is far from complying with this provision of the SES legislation, the committee remains extremely concerned that the creation of FABs across Europe is not only behind schedule but also lacks substance. It calls on the Commission to thoroughly monitor developments and, if necessary, take legal action, including sanctions, vis-à-vis Member States violating their obligations under the SES legislation. Members stress that without FABs the SES cannot be completed. The Commission is asked to: propose a strategy to accelerate the implementation of the FABs which includes the full implementation of centralised models (e.g. Network Manager, SESAR Joint Undertaking, Deployment Manager); make greater use of its cautioning methods, and, should these not succeed, take out infringement proceedings against those Member States which have not yet signed the agreements for establishing their FABs. Members feel that the most effective and efficient way of creating the SES is by means of a top-down approach, and therefore ask the Commission to propose measures to eliminate the consequences of the delay in the implementation of FABs, and to switch from the bottom-up to the top-down approach swiftly, in order to ensure that the objectives of the SES II legislative package are achieved. Member States are asked to: ensure that the issue of lack of resources, especially with regard to the National Supervisory Authority, is addressed swiftly at national political level; provide the necessary funding as soon as possible for the completion of the SES. SESAR Deployment Strategy: Members acknowledge that there has been substantial financial investment by both industry and the EU in research and development for the SESAR technology, and believes it is now time to put in place the measures necessary to reap the benefits of that investment with the implementation of the SES legislation. Despite the requisite major investment, a number of important and tangible benefits stem from harmonisation, including flight optimisation, fuel efficiency, noise reduction, less air pollution and a reduced impact on climate change, as well as the flexible and safe use of a less fragmented sky. Members highlight the efficiency that greater civil-military coordination would achieve, since using joint infrastructure would result in cost-cutting; emphasises that enhanced interoperability between Member States and the realisation of FABs would also produce benefits in terms of cross border operations. Furthermore, technologies have already been developed by the manufacturers and are currently available, which makes the successful implementation of SESAR an achievable goal. Members stress that the military community is a key actor in the SES context and should be fully involved at all levels and at a very early stage. They urge Member States to speed up their efforts to achieve coordination on the military side. The Commission is asked to: prepare a legislative proposal on the future role of the SESAR Joint Undertaking in good time, as it has a vital part to play in ensuring the success of the SES; rapidly to set up the governance, incentive and financial mechanisms, including public funding, that are needed to ensure the timely and effective deployment of SESAR technologies, involving the relevant authorities and stakeholders and paying particular attention to the implementation of innovative financial instruments; Lastly, the committee wants to strengthen the EDA’s role in building political awareness, networking, assisting with the deployment phase of SESAR and supporting Member States in financial and operational risk analysis.
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A7-0254/2012
summary
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2012/07/10
Vote in committee, 1st reading/single reading
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2012/01/19
Committee referral announced in Parliament, 1st reading/single reading
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2011/11/14
Non-legislative basic document published
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COM(2011)0731
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PURPOSE: presentation of a report from the Commission on implementation of the Single Sky legislation: time to deliver. BACKGROUND: following the launch of the Single European Sky (SES) initiative in 2000, Regulation (EC) No 549/2004 brought Air Traffic Management (ATM) under EU competence with the aim of reducing the fragmentation of the European airspace and increasing its capacity. There is now an evolving institutional framework, safety and interoperability standards and rules on airspace and air traffic flow management as well as improved cost transparency. But while the first legislative framework was necessary, it was not sufficient, and accordingly, a second package of legislation (SES II) was adopted in November 2009 with the objective of accelerating the establishment of a truly single SES from 2012 onwards. It is based on five pillars: performance, safety, technology, airports and the human factor. The second package has received strong and vocal support not only from the airlines and airports but also even from the air navigation service providers (ANSPs). The support of the whole ATM community was reaffirmed at the Council of Ministers of 4 May 2010 and this strong political support confirms the urgency of the need for reform of the ATM sector and in particular the high level of priority to be given to the full and timely implementation and delivery of SES. CONTENT: this report provides an overview of the state of play of the application of the SES legislation and of key actions taken or still to be taken since the approval of the second package in November 2009. (1) Implementation of the First Package: considering the volume of implementing measures, it should be stressed that Member States and the stakeholders have done significant work. In particular: · all Member States have now established a National Supervisory Authority (NSA); · the vast majority of the ANSPs have been certified and duly designated; · a transparent charging system has been implemented; · oversight of the airspace management and air traffic flow management takes place at national level; and · the Single Sky Committee and the Industry Consultation Body play full and important roles at EU level. Nevertheless more is required to achieve full and timely compliance with SES legislation. For example, 60 recommendations were given by Eurocontrol relating to concrete actions that Member States should take either to improve their level of compliance or their checks on the level of compliance by ANSPs. In particular: · the lack of resources for NSAs is a major issue of concern that must be addressed at national political level swiftly. The proper functioning of the SES can only be assured if the NSAs have the right resources for effective oversight in all areas including safety, interoperability and performance (a new area of competence where NSAs act as national regulator). Possible solutions to these problems are well known and include cooperation, delegation and/or outsourcing; · insufficient steps have been taken at Member State and NSA level to ensure proper supervision of cross-border air navigation service provision. The framework for the provision and supervision of cross-border services is not yet properly established in a number of Member States. Numerous cross-border arrangements seem to be known only at operational level but not yet formalised at institutional level. Member States must ensure that the legal basis for the cross-border provision of ANS in their sovereign territory is correctly established and enforced, and; · Regulation (EC) No 552/2004 (the Interoperability Regulation) has been poorly observed. Seven years after the adoption of the basic regulation, approximately a third of the NSAs have not properly verified the capability of the ANSPs to conduct conformity assessment activities – which are the corner stone of the implementation of interoperable ATM systems. Similarly, around a third of the NSAs are not exercising the required oversight to ensure the compliance of the ANSPs with the implementing rules and are not sufficiently active in verifying the timelines of the ANSPs' implementation plans against the required deadlines; · although progress has been made by Member States in the implementation of Flexible Use of Airspace, more needs to be done to improve its effectiveness, especially in relation to its performance monitoring. The Commission has insisted on full compliance with EU law keeping in mind that the implementation of the SES first package is required for the successful implementation of the SES second package. Where non-compliance is confirmed and not rectified in due time, the Commission will consider all options at its disposal, including the opening of infringement procedures. (2) Implementation of the Second Package: the basic SES II architecture (both the rule-making programme and organisational aspects) has been set up according to the initial time schedule. The regulations and subsequent main implementing measures directly related to SES II have all been adopted. The time for implementation has come. The successful delivery of the SES relies on the timely implementation of its different components. Priority should be given to actions that will make the biggest contribution to performance: in particular the performance scheme (starting early in 2012); the FABs (to be operational by end 2012), the network functions (already in place) and the deployment of the SESAR programme (to start in 2014). 2012 is a pivotal year for implementation of the SES. A table providing an overview of the state of play of key priorities in the second package of SES is attached. If the level of progress achieved so far in the implementation of the first package falls short of initial expectations, the simultaneous implementation of key measures of the second package will start in 2012 and should deliver significant benefits swiftly. Member States are invited to confirm their commitments and to take action across the board to make this process a success. In particular, the Union needs to establish an integrated European air traffic management system, a true network with a single governance structure and a stronger regulatory and oversight capability. Additional measures may well need to be developed, such as the extension of the performance scheme to airports in accordance with a true gate-to-gate approach and the management of investments to ensure the contribution of SESAR deployment to the performance of the SES as a network. Impact assessment will be carried out where appropriate.
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COM(2011)0731
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Documents
- Non-legislative basic document published: COM(2011)0731
- Committee report tabled for plenary, single reading: A7-0254/2012
- Debate in Parliament: Debate in Parliament
- Results of vote in Parliament: Results of vote in Parliament
- Decision by Parliament, 1st reading/single reading: T7-0370/2012
| Amendments | Dossier |
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2012/2005(INI)
2012/05/25
AFET
12 amendments...
Amendment 1 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 3 3. Stresses that the military community is a key actor in the SES context and should be fully involved at all levels and at a very early stage; recognises the progress made in the implementation of SES legislation and urges the Member States to speed up their efforts to achieve coordination on the military side; while acknowledging the national specificities of civil-military relations, calls on the Member States to focus on enhancing civil-
Amendment 10 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 7 7. Insists that, despite these major investments, there are a number of important and tangible benefits stemming from harmonisation, including flight optimisation, fuel efficiency, reduction of noise, air pollution and climate change and the flexible and safe use of a less fragmented sky; highlights the efficiency that greater civil-military coordination would achieve, as using joint infrastructure would result in
Amendment 11 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 7 7. Insists that, despite the
Amendment 12 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 8 8. Points out that the critical phase of deployment is on the horizon and must be
Amendment 2 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 3 3. Stresses that the military community is a key actor in the SES context and should be fully involved at all levels; recognises the progress made in the implementation of SES legislation and urges the Member States to speed up their efforts to achieve coordination on the military side; while acknowledging the national specificities of civil-military relations, calls on the Member States to focus on enhancing civil- military cooperation and interoperability, and to apply best practices in that area;
Amendment 3 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 4 4. Notes that, while military expertise is present at different levels within the various stakeholder institutions such as the Single Sky Committee, Eurocontrol and the SESAR Joint Undertaking, there is still a need for coordinated and comprehensive military analysis of the implications of SES/SESAR; notes the need to include the European Union Military Committee (EUMC) in the process, as this will ensure that defence chiefs are adequately informed; notes also that the involvement of EUMC would be useful when assessing the impact of SES at an operational level;
Amendment 4 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 4 4. Notes that, while military and civil military expertise is present at different levels within the various stakeholder institutions such as the Single Sky Committee, E
Amendment 5 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 5 5. Recognises in this regard the natural roles of the European Defence Agency (EDA) as a bridge between the defence community and the Commission and as a facilitator between military stakeholders; is in favour of strengthening the EDA's role in building political awareness, networking
Amendment 6 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 5 5. Recognises the natural roles of the European Defence Agency (EDA) as a bridge between the defence community and the Commission and as a facilitator between military stakeholders; is in favour of strengthening the EDA's role in building political awareness, networking and assisting with the deployment phase of SESAR; notes that the EDA is well placed to contribute to future SES challenges, for example in the field of equipment and training; welcomes the decision by Member States to involve the EU Military Staff (EUMS) in supporting the EDA in connection with SESAR; welcomes the establishment of the SES/SESAR Military Implementation Forum
Amendment 7 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 6 6. Calls for an urgent and thorough assessment of the impact of the SES legislation on military aviation, which should also take into account the associated financial and operational risks and the cost of delay or non-synchronisation, and notes the EDA's preliminary work in this area; regrets that the EDA plans to provide a high-level risk analysis report regarding the impact of SES on defence to the defence ministers not before November 2012 and suggests that this report be delivered earlier; asks the EDA to inform the European Parliament at the same time on the outcome of this risk assessment; highlights the significant financial burden projected for the military, which, at almost 25% of the total2 , represents EUR 7 billion
Amendment 8 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 6 6. Calls for an urgent and thorough assessment of the impact of the SES legislation on military aviation, which should also take into account the associated financial and operational risks and the cost of delay or non-synchronisation, and notes the EDA's preliminary work in this area; highlights the significant financial burden projected for the military
Amendment 9 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 6 a (new) 6a. Requests type-approval, insofar as this is possible, for existing military technologies that meet SES requirements, since this would generate major savings for defence ministries; points, therefore, to the importance of identifying solutions that would reduce the financial impact on defence ministries, while keeping to the objectives pursued through the implementation of SES;
source: PE-488.035
2012/06/08
TRAN
87 amendments...
Amendment 1 #
Motion for a resolution Recital C C. whereas the completion of the SES
Amendment 10 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 2. Underlines the need to move quickly and to push ahead with the implementation of the SES legislation, and with the performance scheme for air navigation services and network functions in particular;
Amendment 11 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 3. Warns that the increase in air traffic means that Europe’s airspace is fast approaching its maximum capacity and that this problem needs to be urgently addressed, in order to guarantee the quality of air transport services for the European public and ensure sustainable aviation in Europe;
Amendment 12 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 3. Warns that the increase in air traffic means that effects on the environment and climate become even more serious, Europe's airspace is fast approaching its maximum capacity and that th
Amendment 13 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 3. Warns that the increase in air traffic means that Europe’s airspace is fast approaching its maximum capacity and that the network of European airports will soon lose its passenger service capacity; stresses that this problem needs to be urgently addressed;
Amendment 14 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 a (new) 3a. Highlights the importance of airports as entry and exit points for the European network; calls for them to be fully taken into account in the development of the Single European Sky, including regional airports which also help to remove congestion in the network and increase capacity;
Amendment 15 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 4 4. Draws attention to the
Amendment 16 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 4 4. Draws attention to the
Amendment 17 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 4 Amendment 18 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 5 5. Notes that maintaining
Amendment 19 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 5 5. Notes that maintaining the appropriate levels of safety and operational conditions is becoming more and more of a challenge and creating an increased risk of air accident;
Amendment 2 #
Motion for a resolution Recital C C. whereas the completion of the SES could lead to considerable economic, safety and environmental savings through greater efficiency;
Amendment 20 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 5 5. Notes that maintaining the appropriate levels of safety and operational conditions is becoming more and more of a challenge and urges the Commission to clarify the role of the relevant European bodies, so as to ensure that reliable and transparent European air safety procedures are followed;
Amendment 21 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 6 6. Recalls the need to make Europe's airspace as efficient as possible, not only for economic gains but also because of energy and environmental benefits;
Amendment 22 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 6 6. Recalls the need to make Europe’s airspace as efficient as possible, not only for economic gains but also because of environmental and social benefits;
Amendment 23 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 6 6. Recalls the need to make Europe's airspace as efficient as possible, not only
Amendment 24 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 7 7. Highlights that, in the Commission’s latest Communication on the issue,
Amendment 25 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 7 a (new) 7a. Stresses that SESAR will result in flight times shortened by approximately 10%, 50% fewer flight cancellations and delays and a tenfold increase in safety, which will considerably improve passenger experience;
Amendment 26 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 8. Stresses that, should the deployment of SESAR be delayed by 10 years, the Commission states that the overall impact would be catastrophic:
Amendment 27 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 a (new) 8a. Points out that, according to the Commission, the timely introduction of SESAR technology will bring practical benefits for passengers, shortening flight times by an average of 10% (or nine minutes), reducing cancellations and delays by an average of 50%, and improving punctuality on arrival and departure;
Amendment 28 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 b (new) 8b. Points out that, according to the Commission, the timely implementation of SESAR could lead to an average reduction in fares by around EUR 5 per ticket, if the users of civil airspace pass on their cost savings to passengers;
Amendment 29 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 10. Takes the view that the proper functioning of the SES can only be assured if the various implementation dates are
Amendment 3 #
Motion for a resolution Recital D D. whereas the air traffic volumes are constantly increasing, leading to insufficient capacity and an increase in
Amendment 30 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 12 12. Requires the European Commission
Amendment 31 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 12 a (new) 12a. Calls on the Commission to issue a prompt reminder to the Member States of the need to meet their obligations, to monitor implementation in the Member States as closely as possible, and to impose effective sanctions without delay in the event that the legislation is not applied;
Amendment 32 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 12 a (new) 12a. Requires the European Commission to report back to the Transport and Tourism Committee on the progress made with the implementation of the performance scheme by all NSPs by December 2012;
Amendment 33 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 13 13. Reminds the Member States of their public commitment towards reaching the goal of a Single European Sky when the relevant legislation was overwhelmingly supported and insists that the Member States remain proactive and involved in the implementation of this legislation and calls on the Commission to initiate appropriate action for failure to meet deadlines for the implementation of this legislation;
Amendment 34 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 13 13. Reminds the Member States of their public commitment towards reaching the goal of a Single European Sky when the relevant legislation was overwhelmingly supported and insists that the Member States remain proactive and involved in the implementation of this legislation; calls on the Member States in this connection to submit national performance plans in line with EU performance targets;
Amendment 35 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 15 15. Insists that enhanced priority should be given to this issue and that proactive
Amendment 36 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 15 15. Insists that enhanced priority should be given to this issue and that the proactive political support of all those involved is needed for the full and timely delivery of the SES;
Amendment 37 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 15 a (new) 15a. Recalls that national performance targets register the commitment of Member States to achieving the objectives of the SES and therefore considers it of utmost importance that the Commission demands the revision of any national plan that does not contribute adequately to the fulfilment of EU-wide targets;
Amendment 38 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 16 16. Highlights that the successful implementation of the SES legislation will have a positive and encouraging impact on competition throughout the European Union and worldwide,
Amendment 39 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 16 a (new) 16a. Regrets that despite its considerable social and environmental benefits, the SES project is not sufficiently known or understood by the public and invites the Commission, Member States and stakeholders to increase their efforts at public communication;
Amendment 4 #
Motion for a resolution Recital D a (new) Da. whereas the European airspace is one of the busiest in the world with nearly 9 million commercial passengers in 2010 and over 750 million passengers using EU airports and expectations that these figures might double by 2030;
Amendment 40 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 17 17. Recognises the challenges of the European Air Traffic Managements (ATMs) but underlines that the implementation of the SES will bring with it a strong demand for high end
Amendment 41 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 17 a (new) 17a. Acknowledges the critical role of the human factor in delivering SES, especially with regards to safety, and asks for a continued emphasis on open reporting procedures and on the training of ATC staff;
Amendment 42 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 17 a (new) 17a. Points out that the social dimension is a key factor for the creation of a single European airspace, and an efficient social dialogue at all levels is a precondition for the swift and effective implementation of functional airspace blocks;
Amendment 43 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 17 a (new) 17a. Stresses the need to develop vocational training programmes in the field of aviation and underlines the importance of cooperation between high- quality instruction and vocational training centres;
Amendment 44 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 18 a (new) Amendment 45 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 18 b (new) 18b. Considers that if the measures to achieve the performance targets are not taken, the completion of the Single European Sky is endangered; delays in implementing the provisions of articles 9, 12 and 13 from Regulation (EU) No 691/2010 and in taking the necessary above mentioned measures would show clearly the lack of interest from the European Commission;
Amendment 46 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 19 19. Remains extremely concerned that the creation of Functional Airspace Blocks (FABs) across Europe are behind schedule and highlights the importance of political action by the Member States to reach the objectives for which they are responsible;
Amendment 47 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 19 19. Remains extremely concerned that the creation of Functional Airspace Blocks (FABs) across Europe are behind schedule and highlights the importance of political action to reach the objectives, therefore calls on the Member States to fulfil their obligations to ensure the implementation of the functional airspace blocks by 4 December 2012 and calls on the Commission to thoroughly monitor the developments and, if necessary, to take legal action against those Member States violating their obligations under the Single European Sky Legislation;
Amendment 48 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 19 19. Remains extremely concerned that the creation of Functional Airspace Blocks (FABs) across Europe are behind schedule and highlights the importance of political action to reach the objectives; urges the Member States accordingly to make every effort to step up cooperation and coordination between them;
Amendment 49 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 19 19. Remains extremely concerned that the creation of Functional Airspace Blocks (FABs) across Europe are behind schedule, supports therefore strongly the efforts of the coordinator and highlights the importance of political action to reach the objectives;
Amendment 5 #
Motion for a resolution Recital E a (new) Ea. whereas on 4 December 2012 the implementation of functional airspace blocks should be completed but, the latest reports show, the situation is far from complying with this provision of the SES legislation;
Amendment 50 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 19 19. Remains extremely concerned that the creation of Functional Airspace Blocks (FABs) across Europe are not only behind schedule but also lacks substance and highlights the importance of political action to reach the objectives;
Amendment 51 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 19 a (new) 19a. Stresses that the creation of FABs must not be understood as a stand-alone requirement, but as a means towards fulfilling the objectives of defragmenting Europe's airspace and improving performance;
Amendment 52 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 19 a (new) 19a. Stresses that the failure to implement the Functional Airspace Blocks (FABs) as foreseen in the SES II package will lead to the failure of creating the Single European Sky, as FABs are the mandatory preliminary stage to SES;
Amendment 53 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 19 b (new) 19b. Asks the Commission to act in a preventive (prophylactic) way by sending warning letters to the Member States which didn't yet sign the agreements for the establishment of their FABs and thus endanger their timely completion;
Amendment 54 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 19 c (new) 19c. Asks the Commission to swiftly propose a strategy to accelerate the implementation of the Functional Airspace Blocks and at the same time reinforce the implementation measures foreseen by the SES II legislative package;
Amendment 55 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 19 d (new) 19d. Urges the Commission to initiate the appropriate measures including infringement procedures in case the deadline for the creation of the Functional Airspace Blocks is not met;
Amendment 56 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 19 e (new) 19e. Considers that the most effective and most efficient way of creating a single European sky is by means of a top-down approach and therefore asks the Commission, based on the report mentioned in paragraph 12, to propose measures to eliminate the consequences due to the delay in the implementation of functional airspace blocks and to switch from the bottom-up to the top-down approach swiftly, in order to ensure that the objectives of the SES II legislative package are achieved;
Amendment 57 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 19 f (new) 19f. Considers it is fundamental to achieve the full implementation of centralized models (e.g. Network Manager, SESAR Joint Undertaking, Deployment Manager) that support the operational stakeholders in their actions, which would contribute to an enhanced governance;
Amendment 58 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 20 20.
Amendment 59 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 20 20. Asks that the lack of resources, especially with regards to the National Supervisory Authority, be addressed swiftly at national
Amendment 6 #
Motion for a resolution Recital E b (new) Eb. whereas according to article 13.3 of Regulation (EU) No 691/2010, four months after the reception of the performance plans from the Member States, the European Commission should issue recommendations concerning the adoption of revised performance targets for those not consistent with the EU-wide targets;
Amendment 60 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 20 a (new) 20a. Emphasises that in order to adequately fulfil their role in the Single European Sky, National Supervisory Authorities must be functionally separate from ANSPs and must exercise their powers impartially, independently and transparently;
Amendment 61 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 21 21. Points out that it is important to
Amendment 62 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 21 a (new) 21a. Notes that several Member States have presented national performance plans not in line with the EU performance targets;
Amendment 63 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 22 22. Invites Member States, with the aid of the relevant European agencies, to focus on enhancing civil-military cooperation and coordination with neighbouring countries;
Amendment 64 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 23 23. Insists that the Member States provide the required funding, need
Amendment 65 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 23 23. Insists that the required funding needs to be agreed as soon as possible; welcomes the fact that the Commission has proposed the Single European Sky and SESAR as a horizontal priority for funding in the Connecting Europe Facility;
Amendment 67 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 24 24. Acknowledges that there has been substantial financial investment by industry and the European Union on Research and Development for the SESAR technology and it is now time to put in place the measures necessary to reap the benefits of that investment with the implementation of the SES legislation;
Amendment 68 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 24 a (new) 24a. Emphasises that if the Single European Sky is not implemented, the deployment of the SESAR technology would be a waste of resources and of all the invested funds without bringing any benefits;
Amendment 69 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 24 b (new) 24b. Recalls the need for coordination between the schedule of the implementation of the Single European Sky and the development and deployment phase of SESAR as part of the SES as stated in Regulation (EC) No 1070/2009;
Amendment 7 #
Motion for a resolution Recital F a (new) Fa. whereas, in order to complete the implementation of the Single European Sky, it is necessary to take measures to achieve European air safety objectives, so as to improve current standards and ensure a uniformly high degree of public safety;
Amendment 70 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 25 Amendment 71 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 25 25. Understands that
Amendment 72 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 25 25. Understands that, without the SESAR technology, the full benefits of implement
Amendment 73 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 26 26. Points out that the technologies have already been developed by the manufacturers and are currently available, which makes the successful implementation of
Amendment 74 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 26 a (new) 26a. Acknowledges that the business case for investment in SESAR technologies is stronger in larger and more congested hubs than in smaller regional airports or airports serving seasonal routes; maintains however that the performance of the overall network would be improved by a wider spread of SESAR capabilities, aided by public funding;
Amendment 75 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 27 27. Believes that there needs to be a globally coordinated approach
Amendment 76 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 27 27. Believes that there needs to be a globally coordinated approach to ensure that the existing and new technologies are interoperable worldwide;
Amendment 77 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 27 a (new) 27a. Considers that, in order to allow ANSPs and other stakeholders to best develop their strategic partnerships and receive incentives to achieve their objectives, the performance pillar needs to be further promoted;
Amendment 78 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 29 29. Underlines the need for defragmentation of European airspace and the implementation of the FABs on schedule to unleash the beneficial effects of the SES;
Amendment 79 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 29 29. Underlines the need for defragmentation of European airspace through the implementation of technological innovations, a strengthening of the performance scheme for air navigation services and the implementation of the FABs to unleash the beneficial effects of the SES;
Amendment 8 #
Motion for a resolution Recital H H. whereas the required funding and financial frameworks should be agreed as soon as possible;
Amendment 80 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 31 31. Supports the public private partnership (PPP) approach as
Amendment 81 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 31 31. Supports the public private partnership (PPP) approach as this is a win-win situation for all, working together with incentives and commitment; underlines that profits and losses are equitably and proportionally shared by the respective public and private investors;
Amendment 82 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 31 a (new) 31a. Stresses the need for increased involvement of and support for small and medium-sized enterprises using air services, at both local and regional level;
Amendment 83 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 32 32. Insists that the implementation of the SES legislation will be highly beneficial to all stakeholders
Amendment 84 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 34 34. Asks that
Amendment 85 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 34 34. Asks that the SESAR Joint Undertaking body continues its role well into the future as it plays a vital part
Amendment 86 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 35 35. Urges the European Commission to
Amendment 87 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 35 35. Urges the European Commission to rapidly set up the appropriate governance and incentive mechanisms, including public funding, that will ensure the timely and effective deployment of SESAR technologies, involving the relevant authorities and stakeholders;
Amendment 9 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 1 1. Recognises the constraints that exist with regard
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Amendment 1 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 6 a (new) - having regard to Regulation 714/2009 of the European Parliament and the Council of 13 July 2009 on conditions for access to the network for cross-border exchanges in electricity and repealing Regulation (EC) No 1228/2003,
Amendment 10 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 14 b (new) - having regard to its resolution on the industrial, energy and other aspects of shale gas and shale oil and its resolution on environmental impacts of shale gas and shale oil extraction activities adopted on 21 November 2012,
Amendment 100 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 5 b(new) 5b. Stresses that smart technology and control of household appliances should enable consumers who themselves produce energy by means of microgeneration to put their own peak production to maximum use by means of smart consumption;
Amendment 101 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 6 6.
Amendment 102 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 6 6. Considers that vulnerable consumers must be protected and that, to that end, effective mechanisms must be put in place at the appropriate levels of responsibility, while distortions of the energy market are avoided; considers that the most effective mechanisms are framework conditions for energy policy in which, without disproportionate interference in free competition and the market, affordable pricing is as much a consideration as supply security and environmental impact;
Amendment 103 #
Motion for a resolution 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 104 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 6 6. Considers that
Amendment 105 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 6 6. Considers that energy poverty must be eliminated and prevented at all times, vulnerable consumers must be protected and
Amendment 106 #
Motion for a resolution 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 that exchanges of good practice among EU Member States can be useful in this regard;
Amendment 107 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 6 6. Considers that vulnerable consumers must be protected and that, to that end, effective
Amendment 108 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 6 6. Considers that vulnerable consumers on low incomes must be protected and that, to that end, effective mechanisms must be put in place
Amendment 109 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 6 6. Considers that vulnerable consumers must be protected and that, to that end,
Amendment 11 #
Motion for a resolution Recital A A. whereas the Member States have committed to a clear deadline for the completion of the internal energy market by 2014 and whereas in some countries this will not be possible because of a lack of interconnections;
Amendment 110 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 6 6. Considers that vulnerable consumers must be protected and that, to that end, effective mechanisms must be put in place where they do not already exist, while distortions of the
Amendment 111 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 6 6. Considers that, with a view to reducing energy poverty, 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;
Amendment 112 #
Motion for a resolution 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 and the formation of monopolies are avoided;
Amendment 113 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 6 a (new) 6a. Emphasises that facilitating microgeneration can empower consumers to have more control over their energy use and reduce energy poverty; calls for special attention to be paid to tenants who are often deterred of generating their own energy;
Amendment 114 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 7 7. Emphasises the importance of ensuring a competitive, easily managed and transparent energy market that provides all EU energy consumers with secure, sustainable, affordable and reliable energy; in the context of the 2030 framework for climate and energy policies calls on the EU to consider establishing a target for a European competitive energy price level to be achieved in a given time frame, to start with lowering European energy prices by 20% by 2020;
Amendment 115 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 7 7. Emphasises the importance of ensuring a competitive, easily managed and transparent energy market that provides all present and future EU energy consumers with secure, sustainable, affordable and reliable energy which takes into account the interests of coming generations;
Amendment 116 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 7 7. Emphasises the importance of ensuring a competitive, easily managed and transparent energy market that offer real choice and competing prices to consumers as well as provide
Amendment 117 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 7 a (new) 7a. Calls on the Commission and the Member States to support policies and initiatives to bolster the competitiveness of the industrial system, for example incentives and tax relief for energy- intensive companies and for renewables; also points out that the necessary resources should not be obtained by imposing heavier burdens on users, least of all families and small businesses;
Amendment 118 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 7 a (new) 7a. Highlights the fact that the increased production and storage of renewable energy has helped to reduce wholesale prices; calls for the benefit of this to be passed on to consumers;
Amendment 119 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 7 a (new) 7a. Stresses the potential of citizens' participation in projects and cooperatives for the generation and efficient use of sustainable energy;
Amendment 12 #
Motion for a resolution Recital A A. whereas the Member States have committed to a clear deadline for the completion of the internal energy market by 2014 and to doing away with the EU’s ‘energy islands’ by 2015;
Amendment 120 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 7 a (new) 7a. Notes that the shale gas revolution in the US has reduced CO2 emissions while creating a significant competitive advantage for the US industry;
Amendment 121 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 7 b (new) 7b. Urges Member States to phase out all direct and indirect subsidies to fossil energy, which prevent a level playing field among technologies, and to fully internalise external costs;
Amendment 123 #
Motion for a resolution 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 #
Motion for a resolution 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 #
Motion for a resolution 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 #
Motion for a resolution 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 127 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 Amendment 128 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 8. Stresses that the internal energy market
Amendment 129 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 8. Stresses that the internal energy market falls short of satisfying the needs and expectations of consumers, as
Amendment 13 #
Motion for a resolution Recital B B. whereas the internal energy market, i
Amendment 130 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 8. Stresses that the internal energy market is not completed yet and that national energy markets fall
Amendment 131 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 8. Stresses that the internal energy market falls short of satisfying the needs and expectations of consumers, as they continue to face high prices, a limited choice of suppliers and tariffs, an overall low quality of services and difficulties in switching supplier; stresses, therefore, the need to build a more user-friendly market; highlights the fact that, according to Commission estimates, EU consumers could save up to EUR 13 billion per year if they switched to the cheapest electricity tariff available;
Amendment 132 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 8. Stresses that the internal energy market falls short of satisfying the needs and expectations of consumers, as they continue to face high prices, a limited choice of suppliers, an overall low quality of services and difficulties in switching supplier; stresses, therefore, the need to build a more user-friendly market; Notes in this regard the role of collective switching in empowering consumers and providing lower energy prices;
Amendment 133 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 8. Stresses that the internal energy market falls short of satisfying the needs and expectations of consumers, as they continue to face high prices, a limited choice of suppliers, an overall low quality of services and difficulties in switching supplier; stresses, therefore, the need to build a more user-friendly market and to inform consumers of individual providers’ terms in such a way as to facilitate comparison;
Amendment 134 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 8. Stresses that the internal energy market falls short of satisfying the needs and expectations of consumers, as they continue to face high prices, a limited choice of suppliers, an overall low quality of services and difficulties in switching supplier; stresses, therefore, the need to build a more
Amendment 135 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 a (new) 8a. Believes tackling and lowering high energy and raw material costs to be a key policy priority; points out that energy and resource efficiency could lead to considerable cost savings in industry; urges the Commission to continue exploring the available avenues and, for example, encourage businesses to form consortia;
Amendment 136 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 a (new) 8a. Points out that there are still regions in the EU which are completely isolated from the energy point of view, one example being the Baltic Sea region, which will require substantial infrastructure investment in order to be connected to the European gas and electricity networks, and that some Member States, therefore, will be unable to make use of alternative energy resources and the necessary interconnections and will continue to depend on outside monopoly energy suppliers after 2014;
Amendment 137 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 a (new) 8a. Takes the view that Member States which have introduced appropriate rates, while also curbing consumption and diversifying energy sources, are those which have succeeded best in controlling consumption peaks;
Amendment 138 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 b (new) 8b. Notes that some Member States totally isolated in energy terms are continuing to pay higher prices for energy resources, a fact which alters the conditions of competition and the opportunities for them to compete on the EU internal market, as well as creating economic and social gaps between those Member States and the other EU Member States;
Amendment 139 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 b (new) 8b. Takes the view that the wish of some Member States to evade or relax environmental legislation in their energy projects is very damaging to the objectives of the EU as a whole;
Amendment 14 #
Motion for a resolution Recital B B. whereas the internal energy market is indispensable for the Union’s overall energy security and decarbonisation and is of essential value for the Union’s competitiveness, economic growth and creation of new jobs as recognised in the Single Market Act II and the Europe 2020 strategy;
Amendment 140 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 8 c (new) 8c. Takes the view that subsidies for polluting activities, unfairness in respect of insurance, and lack of real and serious provision for dismantling production sites, are an obstacle to the proper operation of the single market in energy;
Amendment 141 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 9 Amendment 142 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 9 9. Believes that the lack of full implementation of internal energy market legislation remains the main obstacle for the completion of this market; underlines the need to tackle structural market distortions, such as ongoing fossil fuel and nuclear subsidies and lack of market transparency; calls on the Commission to increase its efforts to enforce the implementation of the third energy package;
Amendment 143 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 9 9. Believes that the lack of full implementation of internal energy market legislation remains the main obstacle for the completion of this market; believes that the necessary consolidation of the internal market includes extending our infrastructure whilst implementing internal market law and enforcing competition rules;
Amendment 144 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 9 9. Believes that the lack of full implementation of internal energy market legislation remains the main obstacle
Amendment 145 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 9 9.
Amendment 146 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 9 9. Believes that the lack of full implementation of internal energy market legislation remains the main obstacle for the completion of this market, together with the fact that interconnections have not been established which would make it possible to obtain energy from other sources;
Amendment 147 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 9 9. Believes that
Amendment 148 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 9 9. Believes that the lack of full implementation of internal energy market legislation and insufficient diversification of energy suppliers remain
Amendment 149 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 9 9. Believes that the lack of full implementation of internal energy market legislation and existing market barriers remains the main obstacles for the completion of this market;
Amendment 15 #
Motion for a resolution Recital B B. whereas
Amendment 150 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 9 9. Believes that the lack of full implementation of internal energy market legislation remains one of the main obstacles for the completion of this market;
Amendment 151 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 9 9. Believes that the lack of full
Amendment 152 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 9 a (new) 9a. Recognises that energy infrastructure projects are characterised by vast upfront investment and a 20-60 year operational lifetime; recalls that the current market environment is highly unpredictable thus investors are hesitant on energy infrastructure development; stresses that new strategies and innovative instruments shall be promoted to encourage infrastructure investments enabling a quick adaptation to the rapidly changing environment;
Amendment 153 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 9 a (new) 9a. Underlines the need of creating integrated intraday and balancing markets as these market forms are crucial for the efficient integration of large amounts of variable renewable energy sources and for cost-efficient system operation in general and where achievements have been far less encouraging so far than in day-ahead market integration;
Amendment 154 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 9 a (new) 9a. Notes that grid infrastructure, grid management and market rules are tailored to the needs of fossil fuel-fired and nuclear power stations, with the result that newer technologies such as renewables are placed at a competitive disadvantage;
Amendment 155 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 9 a (new) 9a. Calls on the Commission to allow public funding only for Member States which have fully implemented existing legislation, including the regulatory work called by the third internal market package;
Amendment 156 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 9 a (new) 9a. Recognises that competition for energy supplies has promoted reductions in energy prices in countries where there are multiple suppliers;
Amendment 157 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 9 b (new) 9b. Acknowledges that energy markets are still largely imbalanced between the powers of individual consumers and energy companies; stresses the need for additional tools that empower consumers to collectively bargain and get better deals;
Amendment 158 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 10. Stresses that modernising the existing infrastructure, and building new, intelligent and flexible generation, transmission,
Amendment 159 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 10. Stresses that modernising the existing infrastructure, and building new, intelligent and flexible generation, transmission - especially transborder gas and electricity interconnectors -, distribution and storage infrastructure, is essential for a well- integrated and well-
Amendment 16 #
Motion for a resolution 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,
Amendment 160 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 10. Stresses that modernising the existing infrastructure, and
Amendment 161 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 10. Stresses that
Amendment 162 #
Motion for a resolution 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 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; considers that projects of this kind must be supported by EU funds; notes that unless electricity systems in the Baltic States are brought into line with mainland European networks, the EU energy market will not be completed;
Amendment 163 #
Motion for a resolution 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 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; Reminds that synergies between Telecommunication and Energy infrastructure development, deployment and maintenance will play a key role in order to fulfil the European Union energy efficiency objectives;
Amendment 164 #
Motion for a resolution 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 supply at affordable prices is secured, where the potential for cogeneration and efficiency, and for exploiting renewable and
Amendment 165 #
Motion for a resolution 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 166 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 10.
Amendment 167 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 10. Stresses that modernising the existing infrastructure, and building new, intelligent and flexible generation, transmission, distribution and storage infrastructure, correctly defined market architecture, is essential for a well-integrated and well- connected energy market, where supply at affordable prices is secured, where the potential for cogeneration and efficiency, and for exploiting domestic renewable and fossil conventional as well as unconventional energy sources, is fully exploited, and where no Member State remains isolated from the European gas and electricity networks;
Amendment 168 #
Motion for a resolution 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 supply at affordable prices is secured, where the potential for cogeneration and efficiency, and for exploiting renewable
Amendment 169 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 10. Stresses that strengthening and modernising the existing infrastructure, and building new, intelligent and flexible generation, transmission, distribution and storage infrastructure, is essential for a well-integrated and well-
Amendment 17 #
Motion for a resolution Recital C C. whereas
Amendment 170 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 10. Stresses that modernising the existing infrastructure, and building new, intelligent and flexible generation, interconnection, transmission, distribution and storage infrastructure, is essential for a well- integrated and well-
Amendment 171 #
Motion for a resolution 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 supply at affordable prices is secured, where the
Amendment 172 #
Motion for a resolution 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
Amendment 173 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 10. Stresses that modernising the existing infrastructure, and building new, intelligent and flexible generation, transmission,
Amendment 174 #
Motion for a resolution 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 supply at affordable and competitive 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 175 #
Motion for a resolution 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 supply at affordable prices is secured, where the potential for cogeneration and efficiency, and for exploiting renewable and
Amendment 176 #
Motion for a resolution 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 supply at affordable prices is secured, where the potential for cogeneration, flexibility 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 177 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 a (new) 10a. Notes in addition that the integration of renewable energy sources will require an enhanced cooperation between transmission and distribution system operators in order to better accommodate the rising share of distributed generation; emphasises the importance to implement new approaches to overcome bottlenecks on the distribution grids, which do not always entail grid extension and reinforcement;
Amendment 178 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 a (new) 10a. Welcomes the Commission's emphasis that Europe's future energy systems will be characterised by flexibility; notes that, in all timeframes, well-functioning cross-border wholesale markets are easily accessible sources of flexibility; calls on further efforts to be put on the future uptake of energy storage technologies and demand-side responsiveness, all of which are additional sources of flexibility;
Amendment 179 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 a (new) 10a. Believes that, for as long as isolated Member States are not connected to the European electricity and gas system, the Commission should, where those Member States so request, take part in negotiations with outside monopoly energy suppliers on the subject of energy prices, for instance where the purchase of gas is concerned;
Amendment 18 #
Motion for a resolution 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, cost efficiency, the aim of a low-emission economy and consumer satisfaction;
Amendment 180 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 a (new) 10a. Emphasises that a transparent and fully integrated internal energy market will facilitate the more cost-effective integration of a substantially higher share of renewables into the EU energy market, thus driving their cost down and boosting their competitiveness;
Amendment 181 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 a (new) 10a. Recalls than the target for Member States to reach a level of electricity and gas interconnections equivalent to at least to 10 % of their installed production capacity agreed by the European Council in 2002 and 2007 has not yet been achieved;
Amendment 182 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 a (new) 10a. Points out that public support for the development of grid infrastructure is an important prerequisite and that it depends upon the early, coordinated and transparent involvement of all stakeholders;
Amendment 183 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 a (new) 10a. Highlights that expanding energy networks in strategic areas such as the Baltic Sea is of pivotal importance to increase efficiency in energy consumption and to secure energy supply to EU countries that today depend on non EU countries;
Amendment 184 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 b (new) 10b. Believes that energy efficiency is one of the most sustainable and cost-effective ways of reducing energy bills, enhancing security of supply, reducing fossil fuel import needs and avoiding carbon emissions; recognises that any measure which promotes energy efficiency must be appropriate to the needs of consumers, cost-effective and supported by the right incentives;
Amendment 185 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 b (new) 10b. Highlights the need to continue to unbundle and deregulate European energy markets to secure competition and supply of electricity at the lowest possible price;
Amendment 186 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 10 c (new) 10c. Underlines that according to IEA findings bolder action on energy efficiency can reduce EU gas imports by one-third in 2035 corresponding to 100bcm of gas; points in this respect to the fact that even most optimistic IEA estimates on shale gas production in the EU amount to only 77 bcm of shale gas by 2035; recommends therefore to concentrate efforts on stepping up energy efficiency measures, as these will the best option from an economic and security of supply perspective;
Amendment 187 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 11 11. Believes that investment in infrastructure needs to be encouraged through stable and innovation-friendly regulatory frameworks, recognising that
Amendment 188 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 11 11. Believes that investment in infrastructure needs to be encouraged through stable and innovation-friendly regulatory frameworks that, without impeding the functioning of the internal market, allow pension funds and institutional investors to invest in transmission, recogni
Amendment 189 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 11 11. Believes that investment in infrastructure needs to be encouraged through stable and, in particular, innovation-friendly regulatory frameworks, recognising that it cannot be achieved unless market-driven;
Amendment 19 #
Motion for a resolution 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
Amendment 190 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 11 11. Believes that investment in infrastructure needs to be encouraged through stable and innovation-friendly regulatory frameworks, recognising that it cannot be achieved unless market-driven;
Amendment 191 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 11 11. Believes that investment in infrastructure needs to be encouraged through stable and innovation-friendly regulatory frameworks, recognising that it cannot be achieved unless market-driven; recognises, however, that, in certain cases, key infrastructure may not be commercially viable, thus requiring public funding; stresses the importance of critical infrastructure, taking into account the impact of costs on consumers;
Amendment 192 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 11 11. Believes that investment in infrastructure needs to be encouraged through stable and innovation-friendly regulatory frameworks, recognising that it cannot be achieved unless market-driven; recognises, however, that, in certain cases, key infrastructure may not be commercially viable, thus requiring public funding; stresses that any public funding must be used in such a way as to attain the best possible result with the least possible investment;
Amendment 193 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 11 11. Believes that investment in necessary infrastructure needs to be encouraged through stable and innovation-friendly regulatory frameworks, which remunerate past and future investments appropriately and allocate costs to beneficiaries, recognising that it cannot be achieved unless market-driven; recognises, however, that, in certain cases, key infrastructure may not be commercially viable, thus requiring public funding;
Amendment 194 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 11 11. Believes that investment in infrastructure needs to be encouraged through stable and innovation-friendly regulatory frameworks
Amendment 195 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 11 11. Believes that investment in infrastructure is urgently needed on a large scale and needs to be encouraged through stable as well as investment- and innovation-friendly regulatory frameworks, recognising that it cannot be achieved unless market-driven; recognises, however, that, in certain cases, key infrastructure may not be commercially viable, thus requiring public funding;
Amendment 196 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 11 11. Believes that investment in infrastructure needs to be encouraged through stable
Amendment 197 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 11 a (new) 11a. Recognises, however, that, in certain cases, infrastructure may not be viable in purely commercial terms, thus requiring public funding; calls for studies to be carried out into a European fund for investment in energy networks which might provide such public funding and would be financed by a compulsory European levy on energy consumption on the territory of the European Union;
Amendment 198 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 11 a (new) 11a. Observes that decentralised production of renewable energy in the form of cooperatives of citizens who jointly invest in the production and supply of renewable energy can bring down energy prices for members of the public in their area, increase support for renewable energy and provide the requisite investment;
Amendment 199 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 11 a (new) 11a. Stresses in this connection the importance of the Connecting Europe mechanism and regrets that this mechanism’s share of the energy budget is less than the amount proposed by the Commission;
Amendment 2 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 6 b (new) - having regard Regulation 715/2009 of the European Parliament and the Council of 13 July 2009 on conditions for access to the natural gas transmission networks and repealing Regulation (EC) No 1775/2005,
Amendment 20 #
Motion for a resolution 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,
Amendment 200 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 12 12. Notes that
Amendment 201 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 12 12. Notes that the lack of open and non- discriminatory access to transmission infrastructure continues to hinder new entrants from competing on the market on fair terms against incumbent companies; stresses, in this regard, that the 3rd energy package rules should be fully applied to both European and foreign companies; believes that any exemptions from these rules granted by the Commission should be limited in their scope and length of application and subject to review by the Parliament and Council;
Amendment 202 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 12 12. Notes that the lack of open and non- discriminatory access to transmission infrastructure continues to hinder new entrants from competing on the market on fair terms against incumbent companies; underlines the need to tackle structural market distortions such as regulated prices, market concentration, fossil fuel and nuclear subsidies, and the lack of market transparency;
Amendment 203 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 12 12. Notes that the lack of open and non- discriminatory access to transmission infrastructure continues to hinder new entrants from competing on the market on fair terms against incumbent companies and leads to the high level of concentration existing in several Member States;
Amendment 204 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 12 12. Notes that the lack of open and non- discriminatory access to transmission infrastructure continues in some cases to hinder new entrants
Amendment 205 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 12 12. Notes that the lack of open and non- discriminatory access to transmission infrastructure continues to hinder already present but especially new entrants from competing on the market on fair terms against incumbent companies;
Amendment 206 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 12 12. Notes that in some countries the lack of open and non-
Amendment 207 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 12 a (new) 12a. Stresses that the lack of transparency and the existence of anticompetitive practices in wholesale energy markets undermine consumer trust; believes there is an urgent need to understand cost formation in wholesale markets as well as the impact on consumers' bills; calls therefore on the Commission to come up with concrete proposals by the end of 2014 on how to overcome these imperfections, for example through direct price links between spot market and retail level prices;
Amendment 208 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 12 a (new) 12a. Recalls that to prevent dominant incumbent suppliers from foreclosing the opening of the market, it is important to enable the development of new business models, for instance the ability to contract simultaneously with several suppliers;
Amendment 209 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 12 a (new) 12a. Stresses the importance of increased storage capacity to increase the security of supply in the internal energy market; believes that pumped storage has a large role to play in storing electricity;
Amendment 21 #
Motion for a resolution 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
Amendment 210 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 12 b (new) 12b. Calls on Member States and the European Commission to step up efforts for increased gas market competitiveness, for example by means of a closer integration of national gas markets through coupling, increased short term gas and gas products trading, cross- border integration of national markets into trading areas e.g. through common rules, cross-border access to storage and other relevant infrastructure, reduced fix costs in network tariffs to facilitate provision of flexibility and by rigorously applying EU competition law to long-term contracts for gas supply;
Amendment 211 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 13 13. Notes that a stable regulatory framework – for producers, regulators, network operators, energy suppliers, demand-related service providers and, most importantly, end consumers and prosumers – is essential for a well-functioning internal market and for attracting long-term investment in infrastructure development;
Amendment 212 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 13 13. Notes that a stable regulatory framework – for producers, regulators, network operators, energy suppliers, demand-related service providers and, most importantly, end consumers and prosumers – is essential for a well-functioning internal market and for attracting long-term investment in infrastructure development; underlines that development of network codes
Amendment 213 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 13 13. Notes that a stable regulatory framework – for producers, regulators, network operators, energy suppliers, demand-related service providers and, most importantly, end consumers and prosumers – is essential for a well-functioning internal market and for attracting long-term investment in infrastructure development; underlines that development of network codes and rules should lead to harmonisation of procedures and interoperability; emphasises that it is crucial that agreements on unbundling of transmission networks and production and delivery are respected across the EU, including the agreements on the independent position of energy regulators and requirements on consumer protection; stresses therefore the necessity to support and further develop the role of the ACER, particularly its capacity to scrutinise national regulatory decisions and settle disputes;
Amendment 214 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 13 13. Notes that a stable policy-based regulatory framework – for producers, regulators, network operators, energy suppliers, demand-related service providers and, most
Amendment 215 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 13 13. Notes that a stable regulatory framework – for producers, regulators, network operators, energy suppliers, demand-related service providers and, most importantly, end consumers and prosumers – is essential for a well-functioning internal market and for attracting long-term investment in infrastructure development; underlines that development of network codes and rules should lead to harmonisation of procedures and interoperability, which can only be done, if they are constantly adapted to new market developments;
Amendment 216 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 13 a (new) 13a. Emphasises the importance of integrated intraday and balancing markets and highlights that, as the current achievements in day-ahead market integration have been encouraging, further steps need to be taken to enable the wider national uptake and European integration of intraday and balancing markets as these market forms are crucial for the efficient integration of large amounts of variable renewable energy sources and for cost-efficient system operation in general;
Amendment 217 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 13 a (new) 13a. Acknowledges that the growing renewable electricity production without the necessary infrastructure development may result in uncoordinated cross-border loop-flows and consequently sub-optimal energy prices; stresses that the flexibility of the generation and transmission infrastructure shall be maintained to ensure secure energy supply and affordable prices;
Amendment 218 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 13 b (new) 13b. Urges Member States with high renewable electricity production to accelerate the development of their internal energy networks necessary to cope with the increased level of renewable energy production; notes that the required infrastructure development may take several years in these countries; therefore asks the Commission to elaborate a mechanism providing Member States affected by loop-flows with a fair compensation for their losses until the necessary investments are completed.
Amendment 22 #
Motion for a resolution Recital C a (new) Ca. whereas the potential of renewables has not yet been fully exploited and whereas under the Energy Roadmap 2050 they are to have the major share in energy provision by that year, and specific milestone objectives need to be set in the interim to ensure that the prospects for renewable energy in the EU are credible;
Amendment 23 #
Motion for a resolution Recital C a (new) Ca. whereas the share in Europe's energy mix accounted for by renewable energy sources (RES) is growing in the short, medium and long term; whereas the large-scale integration of RES asks for adaptation of the grid and improved flexibility;
Amendment 24 #
Motion for a resolution Recital C a (new) Ca. Acknowledges that the Commission stated in the Energy Roadmap 2050 that energy efficiency, renewable energies and energy infrastructure are the no-regrets options;
Amendment 25 #
Motion for a resolution Recital C b (new) Cb. whereas the growing share of renewables in the European energy mix makes it necessary to develop the existing grid and IT infrastructure and to step up funding for research and development;
Amendment 26 #
Motion for a resolution Recital D D. whereas a single energy market will empower the Union to speak with one voice vis-à-vis external partners and ensure a level playing field for all EU and non-EU companies, while also guaranteeing social and environmental standards and working towards reciprocity in third countries;
Amendment 27 #
Motion for a resolution Recital D a (new) Da. whereas an internal European energy market must be competitive and deliver real choice and transparent information to the consumer who is central in the energy market; whereas an internal energy market might be a way to bring down energy prices and to combat energy poverty;
Amendment 28 #
Motion for a resolution Recital E E. whereas
Amendment 29 #
Motion for a resolution Recital E E. whereas a European Energy Community must be based on a strong common energy market, the coordination of energy purchasing outside of the EU and common European funding of renew
Amendment 3 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 7 a (new) - having regard to Directive 2000/60/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 23 October 20001 establishing a framework for Community action in the field of water policy; __________________ 1 OJ L 327, 22.12.2000, p. 1–73.
Amendment 30 #
Motion for a resolution Recital E E. whereas a European Energy Community must be based on a strong common energy market, the necessary energy links and unbundling of activities, the coordination of energy purchasing outside of the EU and common European funding of new low- emission energy technologies;
Amendment 31 #
Motion for a resolution Recital E E. whereas a European Energy Community must be based on a strong common energy market, the coordination of energy purchasing outside of the EU and common European funding of new low-emission energy technologies, in full coherence with a competitive internal energy market;
Amendment 32 #
Motion for a resolution Recital E E. whereas a European Energy Community must be based on a strong common energy market, the coordination of energy purchasing outside of the EU and common European funding of new
Amendment 33 #
Motion for a resolution Recital E E. whereas a European Energy Community must be based on a strong common energy market, the coordination of energy purchasing outside of the EU and common European funding of
Amendment 34 #
Motion for a resolution Recital E E. whereas a European Energy Community
Amendment 35 #
Motion for a resolution Recital E a (new) E a. whereas the single market in energy should not develop at the expense of the environment and of the health and safety of European citizens;
Amendment 36 #
Motion for a resolution Recital F a (new) Fa. whereas completion of the internal energy market is essential in order to achieve reasonable and competitive prices in the short, medium, and long term;
Amendment 37 #
Motion for a resolution Recital F a (new) Fa. whereas a common EU energy policy is necessary to address the many challenges in the climate and energy field and to create a transparent EU energy market;
Amendment 38 #
Motion for a resolution Recital F a (new) Fa. whereas a system has been established to exchange information between Member States concerning energy-supply agreements with third countries;
Amendment 39 #
Motion for a resolution Recital F a (new) Amendment 4 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 7 b (new) - having regard to Directive 2008/50/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 21 May 2008 on ambient air quality and cleaner air for Europe1. __________________ 1 OJ L 152, 11.06.08, p. 1-44.
Amendment 40 #
Motion for a resolution Recital F b (new) Fb. Whereas reduced prices on energy markets are often not passed on to the consumer, leading in the case of electricity for example to additional yearly costs for households of EUR 395 million in Germany alone;
Amendment 41 #
Motion for a resolution Recital F c (new) Fc. Whereas the European Commission Energy 2020 Strategy estimates the necessary investment needs in the energy sector to EUR 1 trillion by 2020, of which EUR 540 billion are for power generation and EUR 210 billion are for electricity and gas networks of European importance;
Amendment 42 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph -1 (new) -1. Stresses that the ecological impact of the deepening structural crisis affecting capitalism is demonstrating the unsustainability of an economic organisation of production based on the irrational, intensive, constant and growing capture and exploitation of abundant flows of energy and raw materials, from the soil, from under the ground and from the hydrosphere, motivated by the search for maximum profit and the associated incessant accumulation of capital;
Amendment 43 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph -1 a (new) -1a. Stresses the importance of ensuring a strong energy sector at European level, grounded in the national public sectors which are essential from the viewpoint of guaranteeing the eradication of energy poverty and the right of universal access to energy for the entire population; recalls the strategic importance of the energy sector for countries' economic development, as a source of national revenue that will help deal with the financial problems facing the Member States, particularly during a crisis;
Amendment 44 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph -1 b (new) -1b. Recognises that energy is one of the most important and critical strategic sectors for the Member States, most of which are now characterised by extremely high energy dependency as a result of the energy policies pursued over the past three decades; points out that the policy of privatisation and parallel contracts, aimed at guaranteeing fairy-tale profits for energy companies, along with the sweeping restructuring that has affected and continues to affect the energy sector, have drastically curtailed the possibility for these Member States to pursue a coherent energy policy based on proper national energy planning;
Amendment 45 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 1 1. Welcomes the Communication and the accompanying Action Plan, which summarise the progress achieved so far and the challenges ahead for the completion of
Amendment 46 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 1 1. Welcomes, broadly, the Communication and the accompanying Action Plan, which summarise the progress achieved so far and the challenges ahead for the completion of the internal energy market;
Amendment 47 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 1 1.
Amendment 48 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 1 a (new) 1a. Regrets that the communication takes no account of the benefits of the third industrial revolution reconciling decentralised energy production with new information and communications technologies;
Amendment 49 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 1 b (new) 1b. Regrets that there is no real strategy to solve the problem of energy consumption peaks, which are a major source of emissions, excess costs and risk to security of supply;
Amendment 5 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 7 c (new) Amendment 50 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 1 c (new) 1c. Regrets the lack of ambition in establishing a carbon tax at EU level;
Amendment 51 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 2. Acknowledges that, t
Amendment 52 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 2. Acknowledges that the trend of rising energy prices is likely to continue given
Amendment 53 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 2. Acknowledges that the trend of rising energy prices is likely to continue given its link to fuel prices,
Amendment 54 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 2. Acknowledges that the trend of rising energy prices is likely to continue given its link to
Amendment 55 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 2. Acknowledges that the trend of rising energy prices is likely to continue given its link to
Amendment 56 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 2. Acknowledges that the trend of ever-rising energy prices i
Amendment 57 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 2. Acknowledges that the trend of rising energy prices is likely to continue given its link to fuel prices
Amendment 58 #
Motion for a resolution 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 policy and the lack of investments needed to maintain and modernise energy systems that would allow energy, independently of its source and location, to flow through the entire EU;
Amendment 59 #
Motion for a resolution 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 policy and the investments needed to maintain and modernise energy systems; maintains, however, that it is necessary to consider how high energy and raw material costs can be tackled and lowered, bearing in mind that they are jeopardising the competitiveness of European industries;
Amendment 6 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 8 a (new) - having regard to the Decision No 994/2012/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 25 October 2012 establishing an information exchange mechanism with regard to intergovernmental agreements between Member States and third countries in the field of energy Text with EEA relevance1, __________________ 1 OJ L 299 27.10.2012, p. 13
Amendment 60 #
Motion for a resolution 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 policy and the investments needed to maintain and modernise energy systems; however, recognises that affordable energy prices are essential for the EU's competitiveness;
Amendment 61 #
Motion for a resolution 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 policy and the investments needed to maintain and modernise energy systems; stresses the importance of energy efficiency measures to offset such price rises;
Amendment 62 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 2.
Amendment 63 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 2. Acknowledges that the trend of rising energy prices is likely to continue given its link to fuel prices
Amendment 64 #
Motion for a resolution 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 polic
Amendment 65 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 a (new) 2a. Advocates decoupling prices for conventional natural gas and oil (oil price indexation) and increased efforts on energy efficiency and savings, as well as a large-scale use of renewable energy sources, which both are contributing, among other economic and environmental benefits, to a reduced import dependency and increase EU energy security; furthermore underlines the need to ensure gas market liquidity, a full implementation of the network codes as well as realising the necessary infrastructures, including reverse flows and interconnectors;
Amendment 66 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 a (new) 2a. Recalls that by achieving the correct and timely transposition of the third energy package, European consumers and SMEs would benefit from a higher degree of competition, Europe could rely on a safe and integrated energy network, which would enable a diversification of the energy supply and thus contribute to the security of energy supply, and the EU could continue to tackle climate change by further integrating electricity from renewable sources into the electricity system;
Amendment 67 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 a (new) 2a. Stresses that the development of indigenous resources will lead to the emergence of new trading hubs in the EU as well as spot markets for gas and electricity, thus presenting a real opportunity for the EU and the member states to determine their own energy prices, including at a regional and local level;
Amendment 68 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 a (new) 2a. Calls on the Commission to study new ways to make electricity prices in Europe more competitive in the short and long term, especially in highly energy-intensive industries, bearing in mind the high levels of employment which they provide, including where satellite industries are concerned;
Amendment 69 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 b (new) 2b. Calls on the Commission to continuously monitor electricity prices in the EU compared with other rival economies;
Amendment 7 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 13 a (new) – having regard to its resolution of 13 December 2012 on the EU steel industry,
Amendment 70 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 3. Recognises the European added value of better coordinating the Member States’ energy policies, in a spirit of solidarity,
Amendment 71 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 3. Recognises the European added value of better
Amendment 72 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 3. Recognises the European added value of better coordinating the Member States' energy policies, in a spirit of solidarity, and of creating efficient and secure trans- border energy systems, thereby creating synergies through improved management of the supply and demand of energy, facilitated through smart technologies at distribution system level;
Amendment 73 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 a (new) 3a. Emphasises that a long-term, reliable legal framework, as part of EU energy policy, is essential for secure, good-value and stable energy provision and also for investment security and for the Union’s ability to compete and innovate;
Amendment 74 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 a (new) 3a. Notes, however, the need for a more effective mechanism for genuinely coordinating national energy policies, by analogy with the European Semester for economic and budgetary policies;
Amendment 75 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 a (new) 3a. Recalls its support for the creation of a European Energy Community between the EU Member States and asks the Commission and the European Council to report on the progress towards its creation;
Amendment 76 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 a (new) 3a. Calls on the Commission and Member States to take firm measures to increase the European Union's energy security and ensure the diversification of energy supply sources and networks in the EU;
Amendment 77 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 a (new) 3a. Notes that the EU is currently overly dependent on third party imports in terms of its energy security and energy diversity;
Amendment 78 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 b (new) 3b. Emphasises that the use of renewables fosters diversification of energy supply in the EU internal market, enhances Europe’s competitiveness and supply security and contributes to the development of new industries and export markets;
Amendment 79 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 4 4. Stresses that end energy-consumers – individuals and industry alike – are at the very core of the user-friendly internal energy market; notes that, as such, they must be duly protected, and able to exercise their rights fully, while encouraged to play a more active role in stimulating market competition, moving from passive service recipients to active informed consumers and prosumers; highlights too the importance of keeping consumers better informed by making information about energy easily accessible and ensuring transparency, and notes the need for better funding for these purposes;
Amendment 8 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 13 b (new) – having regard to the recommendations issued on 12 February 2013 by the High- Level Round Table on the future of the European steel industry,
Amendment 80 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 4 4. Stresses that end energy-consumers – individuals and industry alike – are at the very core of the user-friendly internal energy market; notes that, as such, they must be duly protected, and able to exercise their rights fully, while encouraged to play a more active role in stimulating market competition, moving from passive service recipients to active informed consumers and prosumers; takes the view that greater price transparency will be needed to achieve this;
Amendment 81 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 4 4. Stresses that end energy-consumers – individuals and industry alike – are at the very core of the user-friendly internal energy market; notes that, as such, they must be duly protected, and able to exercise their rights fully, while encouraged to play a more active role in
Amendment 82 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 4 4. Stresses that end energy-consumers – individuals and industry alike – are at the very core of the user-friendly and transparent internal energy market; notes that, as such, they must be duly protected and accurately informed, and able to exercise their rights fully, while encouraged to play a more active role in stimulating market competition, moving from passive service recipients to active informed consumers and prosumers;
Amendment 83 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 4 4. Stresses that end energy-consumers – individuals and industry alike – are at the very core of the user-friendly internal energy market; notes that, as such, they must be duly protected,
Amendment 84 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 4 4. Stresses that end energy-consumers – individuals, SMEs and industry alike – are at the very core of the user-friendly internal energy market; notes that, as such, they must be duly protected, and able to exercise their rights fully, while encouraged to play a more active role in stimulating market competition, moving from passive service recipients to active informed consumers and prosumers;
Amendment 85 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 4 a (new) 4a. Points out that even though energy prices have globally gone down on wholesale energy markets, consumers continue to pay high prices; Calls on Commission, Member States and their Regulators to ensure that consumers can adequately and directly benefit from wholesale market price developments;
Amendment 86 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 4 a (new) 4a. Points out that, in many cases, the privatisation of the energy sector led to its monopolisation, and consequently to an increase in energy prices with extremely negative repercussions on end consumers, particularly micro, small and medium- sized undertakings;
Amendment 87 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 4 a (new) 4a. Notes the importance of stimulating local cooperatives for renewable energy and collective switching initiatives in increasing citizens participation, improving accessibility of renewable energy and generating financial investments;
Amendment 88 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 5 5. Believes that smart technologies must not be
Amendment 89 #
Motion for a resolution 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 9 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 14 a (new) - having regard to its resolution of 14 March 2013 on the Energy Roadmap 2050, a future with energy,
Amendment 90 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 5 5. Believes that smart technologies must
Amendment 91 #
Motion for a resolution 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
Amendment 92 #
Motion for a resolution 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, notes in this respect that consumer benefits must always be the primary goal and consumer rights are protected at all times;
Amendment 93 #
Motion for a resolution 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 that data-protection concerns also need to be borne in mind in this regard;
Amendment 94 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 5 5. Believes that smart technologies must not be restricted to automatic meter- reading only but must be completed with dynamic, online transmission and distribution grid management incorporating such services as grid support services, voluntary demand-side response and local or home brokers;
Amendment 95 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 5 5. Believes that smart technologies
Amendment 96 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 5 a (new) 5a. Stresses that dynamic pricing, with energy prices varying on the basis of energy production at a given time, combined with smart meters and control of household appliances using home automation, can play an important role in accommodating peaks in renewable energy production (primarily solar energy) and reducing energy costs to consumers;
Amendment 97 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 5 a (new) 5a. Expresses concern about developments in which telecommunication companies are incited to manage distribution grid data, as this poses serious questions with regard to data protection, as well as bares the risk that operators would have to buy technical data necessary for them to fulfil their very functions as DSOs;
Amendment 98 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 5 a (new) 5a. Stresses the need to ensure universal access to electricity and to other energy sources, with a view to eradicating the energy poverty now estimated to affect more than 50 million people in the EU Member States;
Amendment 99 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 5 a (new) 5a. Notes that smart grids implementation should be proceeded with economic analyses showing long-term costs and benefits for the market and final consumers;
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