WORLD TRADE
ORGANIZATIONG/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
18 December 2001
(01-6195)
Committee on Subsidies
and Countervailing MeasuresOriginal:  English
SUBSIDIES
New and Full Notification Pursuant to Article XVI:1 of the GATT 1994
and Article 25 of the Agreement on Subsidies and
Countervailing Measures
EUROPEAN COMMUNITIES
Addendum
The following addendum to the notification of  the European Community relates to subsidy
programmes of Sweden .G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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SWEDEN
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I. SUBSIDIES TO THE SW EDISH INDUS TRY 2000.............................................................4
INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................... ..........4
Method and Scope of the Notification........................................................................................... .......4
A. S UPPORT FOR RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT ...........................................................................5
1. Support for Technologica l R&D throug h NUTEK ................................................................5
2. Project Financing through the Fund for Industry.................................................................6
3. Energy Research Programme..................................................................................................74. The Energy Technology Fund..................................................................................................8
5. Grant for new Energy Technology..........................................................................................9
6. Transport- and Communication Research through the Transport and
Communications Research Board...........................................................................................9
7. Support to Demonstration of Electrical and Hybrid Vehicles through the
Transport and Communications Research Board ...............................................................10
8. Project Financing through the Fund for Swedish-Norwegian Industrial Co-
operation...................................................................................................................... ............11
9. Support to Energy Maintenance in the south of Sweden ....................................................12
B. A
ID TO SMALL AND MEDIUM SIZED COMPANIES .....................................................................13
1. The Regional Development Companies, ALMI ...................................................................13
2. Support to Small Companies .................................................................................................15
3. Industrial Development Centres............................................................................................15
C. S UPPORT FOR EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING ............................................................................16
1. Support for Vocational Training...........................................................................................16
D. E XPORT PROMOTION .................................................................................................................17
1. General Export Promotion..................................................................................................... 17
E. R EGIONAL AID TO ENTERPRISES ..............................................................................................18
1. Regional Development Grant (former Locaisation Grants and Development
Grants) ........................................................................................................................ .............18
2. Loans to Regional Investment Companies ...........................................................................20
3. Employment Grant ............................................................................................................. ....21
4. Reduced Social Security Contributions ................................................................................22
5. Regional Transport Grant ..................................................................................................... 23
6. Stiftelsen Norrlandsfonden (The Fund for Northern Sweden)...........................................24
7. Programme for Industrial Development in Regions of Regional Policy Priority .............25G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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F. E NVIRONMENT AID...................................................................................................................26
1. Grant for Local Investment Programmes for Ecologically Sustainable
Development.................................................................................................................... ........26
2. Investment Grant for Certain Investments within the Energy Sector...............................27
3. Support to Small Scale Electricity Production.....................................................................284. Support to Wind Power Production......................................................................................28
5. Energy Tax Concession ........................................................................................................ ..29
6. Waste Tax Concession ......................................................................................................... ...30
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PPENDIX ............................................................................................................................... ................32
The Net Cost Method............................................................................................................ ...............32
II. SUBSIDIES TO SWEDIS H FISHERY 2000 (1999)............................................................33
INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................... ........33
A. I NVESTMENT AID TO FISHING ENTERPRISES ..............................................................................33
1. Aid for fleet renewal and mod ernisation of fi shing vessels .................................................33
2. Aid for adjustment of fishing effort ......................................................................................34
B. I NVESTMENT AID TO AQUACULTURE ENTERPRISES ..................................................................35
C. I NVESTMENT AID TO FISHING PORT FACILITIES .........................................................................36
D. I NVESTMENT AID FOR PROCESSING AND MARKETING ...............................................................37
E. I NVESTMENT AID FOR PROTECTION OF COASTAL WATERS .......................................................37
F. A ID FOR PROMOTION /MARKETING ............................................................................................38
G. A ID FOR TEMPORARY CESSATION OF FISHING ACTIVITIES ........................................................39
H. A ID TO STUDIES AND PILOT PROJECTS ......................................................................................40
I. P AYMENT OF COMPENSATION TO PRODUCERS ´ ORGANISATIONS .............................................41
J. G OVERNMENTAL SUBSIDY FOR FISH -STOCKING .......................................................................42
K. A ID TO MEASURES UNDERTAKEN WITHIN THE COMMUNITY INITIATIVE PESCA ......................42G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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I. SUBSIDIES TO THE SWEDISH INDUSTRY 2000
INTRODUCTION
Method and Scope of the NotificationIn Sweden, the budget of the central government is the only source of aid to industry. Local
governments are in principle prohibited by law to grant aid to enterprises. However, administration ofaid programmes funded by the central government may take place at the local level.
The notification covers aid to the business sector, in broad sense, i.e. trade and industry. It is
not possible to separate aid figures to the mi ning and manufacturing i ndustry (SITC 2 and 3).
The description of the various aid schemes follows the outline suggested by WTO. However,
it is not possible to present statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
The quantitative information is based on the net cost to government  method.  This method is
used for the annual follow-up of state aid in Sweden. The approach has also been used by OECD in its
"Public Support to Industry" project. The method is described in appendix.
As from 1997, the Swedish administration has changed its budgetary cycle from fiscal to
calendar years. The programmes that were in effect 1 January 2000 are reported in the notification,
including previously reported programmes where payments have taken place during 2000 (even
though formal termination of the programme occurred by the 1 January 2000 or later that year).
Only support related to companies are included in this report. In former reports  support to the
universities may be included. The amount of a subsidy to a specific programme may therefore differ
between the present report and former reports.G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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A. SUPPORT FOR RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
1. Support for Technological R&D through NUTEK
(a) Form of subsidy
Grants or loans with conditional repayment.
(a) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:  772
The grants are divided on the receivers:
- 130 millions SEK to firms and individual inventors
- 642 millions SEK to technological research institutes and cooperative research institutes.
Net cost for seed financing, SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:  185
Support is granted to a variety of projects and cannot be broken down per unit
(c) Policy objective
The primary objective is aid for R&D and the secondary objective is aid to SMEs.
(d) Duration
The programme commenced as from 1 July 1993. Duration until further notice, i.e. has not
been specified.
(e) Statistical data
The support is granted to a variety of projects and sectors, therefore it is not possible to
present statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
(f) Legal basis
The legal provisions are laid down in the Go vernmental ordinance 1995:1254 (Förordning om
statligt stöd till teknisk forskning, industriellt utvecklingsarbete och uppfinnarverksamhet).
(g) Rules and conditions
The National Board for Industrial and Technical Development (NUTEK), is a government
agency which among other tasks administers gove rnment support to technical R&D.  Support is
granted to universities, technological research institutes for basic research, co-operative research
institutes (i.e. institutes financed jointly by government and industry) and to individual firms andinventors.  A precondition for receiving support in the form of grants is that the result of the supported
project is made public.
All firms, regardless of industry, are eligible. However, the support is focused on small firms
and individual innovators.  The support to firms and individual inventors is in the form of loans with
conditional repayment.  A loan can cover up to 50 per cent of project costs.  Repayment, including
market interest rate, is required if a project becomes commercially successful.  The duration and otherG/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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terms of the loan are dependent on the objective of the loan and various economic factors.  Costs for
personnel, material and supplies related to R&D, instruments and equipment, consulting bought-in
research, etc. are eligible for aid. Other possible aid should be taken into account before the decision
of support is made. In practice, projects supported by other state aid schemes do not normally receive
support from NUTEK.  To the extent that this occurs, the aid ceilings apply to the combined aid.
As from 1 January 1996 rules and conditions have been altered in accordance with the state
aid rules within the European Community. In practice the new rules have been applied as from
1 January 1995.
2. Project Financing through the Fund for Industry
The Fund for Industry is a public foundation.  Its main objective is to promote industrial
development and marketing.  The Fund should earn enough money to retain its capital on a long term
basis.  This calls for market interest rate s to compensate for a few inevitable losses.
(a) Form of subsidy
Project financing in the form of loans with c onditional repayment, guarantees and grants with
royalty repayments.  No calculated element of subsidy to individual enterprises, but high risk is
accepted.
(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:  20
Support is granted to a variety of projects and cannot be broken down per unit
(c) Policy objective
The primary objective of the project financing is aid to SMEs and R&D.
(d) Duration
The scheme commenced in 1979 and was altered in 1993 and 1996.  Duration has not been
specified.
(e) Statistical data
The support is granted to a variety of projects and sectors, therefore it is not possible to
present statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
(f) Legal basis
The legal provisions are laid down in the Governmental ordinance SFS 1996:880 (Förordning
om finansiering genom Industrifonden).
(g) Rules and conditions
Project financing:  The Fund concentrates on support to small and medium-sized companies.
There are no restrictions regarding industry or location.  To be eligible for support, a project must
involve a substantial risk, but have a compensating potential to become commercially successful.  Themaximum amount of an award cannot exceed 50 per cent of the costs of a project.  ExpendituresG/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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connected with a development project (seldom land or buildings) are eligible for financing.  All
successful SMEs pay back with market interest rate or royalty.  Financing from the Fund may be
combined with regional support, in accordance with  the state aid rules in the European Community.
3. Energy Research Programme
(a) Form of subsidy
Grants or loans with conditional repayment.
(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:  54
The grants are divided on the receivers:
- 37 millions SEK to firms and individual inventors
- 17 million to research institutes and co-operative research institutes
Support is granted to a variety of projects and cannot be broken down per unit.
(c) Policy objective
The primary objective of the programme is to establish fundamental competence and
expertise, to facilitate the transformation of the Swedish energy system in order to reduce the
environmental and climatic effects of energy systems.  The emphasis of the programme is long-term,
i.e. on technology that can be expected to be implemented beyond the year 2000.  The programme hasits main focus on basic research, while applied research only plays a minor role.
(d) Duration
Programme commenced originally in 1975 and has been prolonged several times.  The
programme has been altered as from June 1998 in order to reflect the objectives of the politicalagreement on Swedish Energy Policy reached in 1997 .  Duration until further notice, i.e. has not been
specified.
(e) Statistical data
The support is granted to a variety of projects and sectors, therefore it is not possible to
present statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
(f) Legal basis
As from June 1998 legal provisions are laid down in Governmental ordinance SFS 1998:222
(Förordning om statligt stöd till energiforskning).
(g) Rules and conditions
Support is granted to universities, institutes of technology, co-operative research institutes
(i.e. institutes financed jointly by the government and industry) and to firms.  The general rule is that
all results from the Energy Research Programme are official and shall be made available.  Aid to
firms accounts for a minor portion of the expenditure.  Costs for personnel, materials and supplies
related to R&D, instruments and equipment, consulting, bought in research etc. are eligible for aid.G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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Maximal aid intensity is 50 per cent of eligible costs.  Other possible aid shall always be taken into
account before decision of support is made.
4. The Energy Technology Fund
(a) Form of subsidy
Grants, soft loans and guarantees.
(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:  92
The grants are divided on the receivers:
- 50 millions SEK to firms and individual inventors- 42 technological research institutes and co-operative research institutes
Support is granted to a variety of projects and cannot be broken down per unit.
(c) Policy objective
The primary objective is aid for R&D with a focus on new technology for energy production
and for environmental protection.
(d) Duration
The programme commenced as from 1 July 1988.  The programme has been altered as from
June 1998 in order to reflect the objectives of the political agreement on Swedish Energy Policy
reached in 1997.  Duration until further notice, i.e. has not been specified.
(e) Statistical data
The support is granted to a variety of projects and sectors, therefore it is not possible to
present statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
(f) Legal basis
The legal provisions are laid down in Governmental ordinance SFS 1998:653 (Förordning om
statligt stöd till energiteknik).
(g) Rules and conditions
Support is granted to the development, testing and demonstration of new techniques in the
form of test plants, pilot projects, full scale plants, etc.  Support is also granted to applied research
jointly cofinanced by industry. The beneficiary is normally the user of the new technique, mainly
small-scale private energy producers and public utili ties in the energy sector.  The maximum possible
aid is 50 per cent of the project costs where SME:s can receive an additional 10 per cent.G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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5. Grant for new Energy Technology
(a) Form of subsidy
Grants.
(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:   44
Support is granted to a variety of projects and cannot be broken down per unit.
(c) Policy objective
The primary objective is aid to R&D with a focus on developing technology for the use of
sustainable sources of energy.
(d) Duration
Duration until further notice, i.e. has not been specified.
(e) Statistical data
The support is granted to a variety of projects and sectors, therefore it is not possible to
present statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
(f) Legal basis
The legal provisions are laid down in the Governmental ordinance SFS 1998:654 (Förordning
om energiteknikbidrag).
(g) Rules and conditions
Support is granted to industrial research in order to develop new technology based on
sustainable sources of energy and for efficient use of energy in industrial processes.  The maximumpossible aid to projects concerning industrial research is 50 per cent of the project costs.  The
maximum support to projects aiming at a market introduction of products or services is 25 per cent of
the project costs where SMEs can receive an additional 10 per cent.  In accordance with the state aid
rules within the European Community there are restrictions to which extent the grant may be
combined with other aid schemes.
6. Transport- and Communication Research through the Transport and Communications
Research Board
(a) Form of subsidy
Grants.
(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:  46
The grants are divided on the receivers:G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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- 12 million SEK to private firms
- 34 million to technological research institutes and co-operative research institutes
Support is granted to a variety of projects and cannot be broken down per unit.
(c) Policy objective
The primary objective is aid for R&D. Secondary objective is environmental aid and support
for energy-saving.
(d) Duration
Programme commenced as from 1 July 1993. Duration formally decided every year.
(e) Statistical data
The support is granted to a variety of projects and sectors, therefore it is not possible to
present statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
(f) Legal basis
The legal provisions are laid down in the Go vernment Bill ”Research for Knowledge and
Progress” 1992/1993:170 and 1996/97:1.
(g) Rules and conditions
The nature of assisted projects is basic transport and communication research and applied
research, development and demonstrations at a pre-competitive level.  Grants are predominantly given
to universities and research institutions.  Regional authorities, municipalities and companies can be
granted aid if they are engaged in pre-competitive development or demonstration projects.  Such
projects are devoted especially to the development of public transport.  Costs for personnel, material
and supplies related to R&D are eligible for aid. Maximum possible aid intensity is 100 per cent of theeligible costs.  Aid is granted on a scientific basis on applications or initiatives from The Board.
Grants are regulated by an R&D contract.  At least SEK 30 million a year has to be used as grants to
research-, development- or demonstration projects concerning public transports.  There is no formal
restriction to what extent the aid may be combined with other aid schemes.
7. Support to Demonstration of Electrical and Hybrid Vehicles through the Transport and
Communications Research Board
(a) Form of subsidy
Grants.
(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:  2,6
The grants are divided on the receivers:
- 0,1 million SEK to private firms
- 2,5 million SEK to technological research institutes and co-operative research institutes.
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(c) Policy objective
The primary objective is aid for R&D. Secondary objective is environmental aid and support
for energy-saving.  The aim of the programme is to investigate the potentials of such vehicles have in
order to accomplish energy-saving and environmental benefits. Investigated are also the real costs forsociety and users, the degree to which the vehicles can fit into the existing transport system as well as
their impact on traffic safety.  The aid is not devoted to development of the vehicles as such.
(d) Duration
Programme commenced as from 1 July 1993. Duration until 31 December 2000.
(e) Statistical data
The support is granted to a variety of projects and sectors, therefore it is not possible to
present statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
(f) Legal basis
The legal provisions are laid down in the Government Bills; 1992/1993:179 and
1993/1994:100.
(g) Rules and conditions
The aid is directed towards research, development and demonstration of electrical vehicles
and hybrid vehicles from a socio-economic and infrastructural point of view.  The research is pre-competitive and the result is publicly available.  Aid is granted on a scientific basis on applications or
initiatives from the Board. Grants are regulated by an R&D contract.  The programme is to be carried
out in close co-operation with industry and other interested parties and the costs for the programme as
a whole are supposed to be shared with these parties.  Costs for personnel, material and supplies
related to R&D are eligible for aid.  Maximum possible aid intensity is 100 per cent of the eligiblecosts.  There are no formal restrictions to what extent the aid may be combined with other aid
schemes.
8. Project Financing through the Fund for Swedish-Norwegian Industrial Co-operation
The Fund for Swedish-Norwegian Industrial Co- operation is a foundation operating relatively
independently from the Swedish and Norwegian Go vernments.  The Fund should earn enough money
to cover the inflation on a long term basis.  This calls for market interest rates to compensate for a fewinevitable losses.
(a) Form of subsidy
Grants, loans with conditional repayment and grants with royalty repayments.
(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:   22
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(c) Policy objective
The primary objective is aid to SMEs and for R&D.  The objective of the Fund is to support
development co-operation between Swedish and Norwegian companies.
(d) Duration
The programme commenced as from 1 January 1982.  Duration until the year 2001, with
possible prolongation.
(e) Statistical data
The support is granted to a variety of projects and sectors, therefore it is not possible to
present statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
(f) Legal basis
The legal provisions are laid down in the Governmental ordinance SFS 1990:45
(Förordningen om stöd genom Fonden för svenskt-norskt industriellt samarbete), amended through
SFS 1998:49.
(g) Rules and conditions
Costs connected with a development project (seldom land or buildings) are eligible.  Maximal
aid intensity is 50 per cent of eligible costs.  A precondition is that the project is a high risk project
and has prospects to be commercially successful on a relatively short term basis.  All successful SMEs
pay back with market interest rates or royalty.  Beneficiaries are Swedish and Norwegian companiesin all industry except the extraction of oil and gas.  There are no formal restrictions to which extent
financing through the Fund may be combined with other aid schemes other than the state aid rules of
the European Community.
9. Support to Energy Maintenance in the south of Sweden
(a) Form of subsidy
Grants.
(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:  23
- 22 million SEK to private firms
- 1 million SEK to technological research institutes and co-operative research institutes.
(c) Policy objective
The primary objective is aid to R&D with a focus on developing technology for the use of
sustainable sources of energy.
(d) Duration
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(e) Statistical data
The support is granted to a variety of projects and sectors, therefore it is not possible to
present statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
(f) Legal basis
The legal provisions are laid down in the Governmental ordinances: SFS 1998:62 (Förordning
med instruktion för Delegationen för energiförsörjning i Sydsverige) and SFS 1999:213 (Förordning
om statligt stöd till energiförsörjningen i Sydsverige).
(g) Rules and conditions
The aim is to maintain the ener gy supply in the south of Sweden1 since the two nuclear power
units in Barsebäck are going to be closed.  The total amount of support during the two years period is
400 SEK million where about 55 per cent goes to SMEs, 35 per cent to technological researchinstitutes and cooperative research institutes, and 10 per cent to universities.  The support covers the
entire cost of R&D-projects and maximum 50 per cent when the projects are industrial.  Projects
aiming at an introduction of products on the market are covered with maximum 25 per cent of the
costs. 10 per cent is added on these support-levels if the receiver is a SMEs.  Costs covered are: staff
costs, operative expenses, costs of materials, and costs for consultants.
B. A
ID TO SMALL AND MEDIUM SIZED COMPANIES
1. The Regional Development Companies, ALMI
ALMI, Regional Development Companies, consist of a parent company and 22 regional
subsidiaries.  The objective of ALMI is to strengthen the competitiveness and profitability of smalland medium sized enterprises and to promote the formation of new firms.
(a) Form of subsidy
Loan guarantees, guarantees for bank guarantees, loans, new business loans and development
capital in the form of grants with royalties repayment and soft loans.
(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:  159
Support is granted to a variety of projects and can not be broken down per unit.
(c) Policy objective
The primary objective of the scheme is aid to SMEs. The Regional Development Companies
should strengthen the competitiveness and profitability of small and medium sized enterprises
(defined as firms with less than 250 employ ees, in accordance with the European Commission
definition) and to promote the formation of new firms.
                                                     
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(d) Duration
The programme for loans and guarantees commenced in 1978, development capital in 1982
and new business loans in 1993. Duration until further notice, i.e. has not been specified.
(e) Statistical data
The support is granted to a variety of projects and sectors, therefore it is not possible to
present statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
(f) Legal basis
The legal provisions are laid down in the following Governmental ordinance: SFS 1994:1100
(Förordning om statlig finansiering genom re gionala utvecklingsbolag), amended through SFS
1995:1196.
(g) Rules and conditions
General rules for all forms of financing:  The scheme is strictly complementary to private
institutions.  The scheme is intended for small fi rms, i.e. firms with less than 250 employees.  (In
practice, often under 50 employees.)  The Regional Development Companies have discretion inrespect of the terms of the loans, i.e. the rate of  interest, duration and repayment holidays.  However,
the financing should be on commercial terms and aiming at a reasonable yield and risk-spread.
The lending should be on commercial terms but on a high risk level.  Only firms that are
profitable or have reasonable prospects to become profitable are eligible.  The Companies alsoprovide counselling.  The scheme may be combined with regional support and support from NUTEK,
in accordance with the state aid rules in the European Community.
Loans: High risk and slightly above market rates. Bad collateral accepted.
Development capital: High risk and bad or no collateral accepted.
Guarantees: High risk and bad collateral accepted. Guarantee fee required.New business loans:  The loan to start-ups is either a personal loan made out to the
entrepreneur (injected into the company as restrict ed equity) or a risk-carrying (unsecured) debenture
loan to the company.  Maximum is 30 per cent of the amount of financing, but the limit is SEK1 million.  The loan runs for 10-15 years and is instalment-free during the first years.  The loan is
interest-free for two years, with reduced interest for three years; from the sixth year market interest is
paid.  An opening charge of 2 per cent on granted loans is payable and is deducted when the loan is
paid. Security is normally not necessary.
Supplementary loan:  If a company which has been granted a loan for a new company
requires further financing, a supplementary loan may be granted but only if there are good reasons for
it, and if an application is received by the fund within three years of the loan for a new company being
granted.  Authorised applicants are private persons or companies.  The applicant has to contribute
with at least 10 per cent of the capital. All sorts of businesses are eligible.G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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2. Support to Small Companies
(a) Form of subsidy
Grants.
(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:  28
Support is granted to a variety of projects and can not be broken down per unit
(c) Policy objective
The primary objectives are promotion of employment-generating investments within small
companies and economic balance within regions.
(d) Duration
Programme commenced in 1994. Duration until further notice, i.e. has not been specified.
(e) Statistical data
Support is granted to a variety of projects and sectors, therefore it is not possible to present
statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
(f) Legal basis
The legal provisions are laid down in Gove rnmental ordinance: SFS 2000:282 (Förordning
om småföretagsstöd).
(g) Rules and conditions
Support is handled by the County Administrative Boards (Länsstyrelse).  It is available to
small companies throughout Sweden, with the excepti on of companies within the steel- or synthetic
fibre industries.  Small companies are defined according to the European Commission definition
(hiring less than 50 employees, etc.).
Support is granted for investments estimated to create long-term employment opportunities.
The prerequisites are that it does not contribute to the relocation of an activity from one county to
another, nor to the reconstructing of an activity.  An activity that recently has undergone such
reconstruction is also excluded from receiving support.  Approved capital needed for the investmentcan not exceed SEK 20 million. Support can be given with at most 15 per cent of total costs as long as
it does not exceed the amount of funds needed for the investment to take place.
3. Industrial Development Centres
(a) Form of subsidy
Grants.G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:  22
Support is granted to a variety of projects and cannot be broken down per unit
(c) Policy objective
The primary objective is industrial development of SME:s.  Secondary objective is aid for
R&D.
(d) Duration
The programme commenced as from February 1998.  Duration until 31 of December 2000 .
(e) Statistical data
The support is granted to a variety of projects and sectors, therefore it is not possible to
present statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
(f) Legal basis
The legal provisions are laid down in Governmental decisions 1997-01-30 and 2000-01-25.
(g) Rules and conditions
The support is distributed in the form of grants to regional Industrial Development Centres.
The overall objective of the centres is to promote technological development in SME:s through anetwork approach.  Feasibility studies are carried out within the Industrial Development Centres,
aiming at subsequent transfer to as well as fu rther development within SMEs as potential product
concepts.  Even though the main rule is to cover actual costs incurred within the Industrial
Development Centres, transfer could include an element of subsidy that is maximised to 50 per cent in
relation to the initial feasibility work costs.  The accounted subsidy above refers to total costs withinIndustrial Development Centres for feasibility studies.
C. S
UPPORT FOR EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING
Labour market support is aimed at stimulating companies and authorities to hire individuals
who face particular difficulties finding work, for instance youth, disabled, refugees and immigrants
and elderly.  The support is generally given directly to the employer.  This kind of aid is intended to
give an incentive for the employers to hire an individual they would not else have hired and tocompensate for costs for training and equipment.
The scheme noted below, i.e. support for Vocational Training is intended for companies and
could be regarded to constitute a subsidy in the meaning of the WTO Agreement on Subsidies and
Countervailing Measures.
1. Support for Vocational Training
(a) Form of subsidy
Regular grants for on-the-job-training.G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:  117
Support is granted to a variety of projects and cannot be broken down per unit.
(c) Policy objective
The primary objective of the scheme is to avoid disruption in the production mainly in small
and medium-sized companies due to lack of skilled workers, to avoid lay-off and to support workers
in danger of losing their jobs.
(d) Duration
The programme commenced in 1984. According to Goverment plans it be will replaced by a
new scheme as from 1 September 2001.
(e) Statistical data
The support is granted to a variety of projects and sectors, therefore it is not possible to
present statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
(f) Legal basis
The legal provisions are laid down in the Governmental ordinance SFS 1994:938 (Förordning
om bidrag till utbildning i företag).
(g) Rules and conditions
All firms, regardless of industry, are eligible.  Th e aid is in the form of a grant.  The state aid
to individual companies covers the actual cost of the training course up to a maximum of SEK 60 per
hour for a maximum of 920 hours.
D. E
XPORT PROMOTION
1. General Export Promotion
(a) Form of subsidy
The Swedish government maintains an export promotion regime, which is operated by the
semi-governmental Swedish Trade Council.  The Council assists the Swedish industry by offering
various international trade consulting and marketing services that are mainly provided on a fee basis.
A company operating in Sweden has an option to – for a fee – to become a member of the Counciland it can thereby obtain a discount on services and publications.
The state funding provided to the Council comprises the basic export-services such as
answering trade-inquiries, providing info rmation on the Council’s activities, etc.
(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:  0G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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(c) Policy objective
The primary objective is to promote Swedish e xports and the internationalisation of Swedish
industry in order to achieve a long-ter m  development of the Swedish economy.
(d) Duration
The Swedish Trade Council was formed in 1972.  The government funding is allocated on a
yearly basis but can vary somewhat from year to year. Duration has not been specified.
(e) Statistical data
The support is granted to a variety of projects and sectors, therefore it is not possible to
present statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
(f) Legal basis
An agreement between the government and th e General Swedish Export Association forms
the legal basis for the Swedish Trade Council.  The latest revision of the agreement was made in
1998.
(g) Rules and conditions
The services of the Swedish Trade Council are available for all firms regardless of industry
and their export volumes.  The internalisation of SMEs is given priority.  The Swedish Trade
Council’s total turnover in 2000 was SEK 502 million, and SEK 187 million was used for general
export promotion.
E. REGIONAL AID TO ENTERPRISES
The main objective for Swedish regional policy is to promote sustainable growth, freedom of
choice and a good environment, so that equal living conditions are created for the citizens in whatever
part of the country they live.  An active regional policy is considered to be of major importance due tothe special living-conditions in large parts of Sweden.
For a number of years, regional aid to enterprises in Sweden has been granted within the
framework of six main schemes:  Regional Development Grants, Regional Development Loans,
Loans to Regional Investment Companies, Em ployment Grants, Reduced Social Security
Contributions and Regional Transport Aid.  As indicated in last year's subsidy notification, Regional
Development Loans has been terminated and is not reported here.  Due to implications of the newEuropean Community framework for regional aid, decided by the Commission and entering into force
as from 2000, certain other amendments have been undertaken with regard to the schemes described
below. Most significant is the cessation of the Reduced Social Security Contributions Scheme.
1. Regional Development Grant (former Locali sation Grants and Development Grants)
(a) Form of subsidy
Grants for tangible or intangible investments. The grants can be reclaimed if the objectives,
especially the purpose of creating new jobs, are not fulfilled.G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:  329
Support is granted to a variety of sectors and recipients and cannot be broken down per unit.
(c) Policy objective
The programme supports investments in tangible and intangible investments. The primary
objective is regional aid to investments in designated areas, divided in zones A and B with
differentiated aid intensities.  The secondary objective is aid to SMEs, training and R&D in
prementioned designated areas. The overall objective is to promote development of industry and to
create new employment in the designated areas.
(d) Duration
The programme commenced as from 1 July 1990.  Duration is formally decided for every
new fiscal year.
(e) Statistical data
The support is granted to a variety of projects and sectors, therefore it is not possible to
present statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
(f) Legal basis
The legal provisions are laid down in the Governmental ordinance SFS 2000:279 (Förordning
om regionalt utvecklingsbidrag) and Governmental ordinance SFS 1999:1382 (Förordning om
stödområden för vissa regionala företagsstöd).
(g) Rules and conditions
Eligible are natural or juridical persons operating in Sweden and public authorities working
with viability in certain competitive sectors on market conditions.  In certain cases aid can also be
granted to non-profit associations.  The activity receiving aid must be profitable. In order to promote
equality between men and women there is also a rule that at least 40 per cent of the new jobs created
in each project shall be reserved for each sex.  The total grant element may not exceed the maximal
aid intensity allowed in each designated area.
Regional Development Grants can be awarded in connection with investments in buildings,
machinery, etc.  It can also be awarded for intangible investment, such as investments in patent,
licenses, consultancy services/information activities.  Furthermore, there are also possibilities of
granting aid for purposes such as R & D and training.  The form of the aid is a grant, which can be
reclaimed if the objectives, especially the purpose of creating new jobs, are not fulfilled.
The grant is awarded discretionary according to prevailing circumstances in the  individual
project, taking into account the necessity for aid, the size of the investments, the number of new jobs,
etc.  Maximum aid intensity for investments in buil dings, machinery etc., is 35 per cent of eligible
investment costs in aid area A and 20 per cent in  aid area B, except for small and medium sized
enterprises which can be awarded 25 % in aid area B. However, aid intensities might be higher in thecase of projects concerning consultancy services, R & D and training. In those cases aid ceilings are
set in accordance with the horizontal rules for these purposes as stipulated  within the frameworks ofG/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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the European Communities.  Rules for cumulation of aid are also designed with respect to the general
principles laid out within Community State aid rules.
The awarding of a grant has many reasons.  For example: The economic and population
development is worse in the designated areas, and the cost of building is higher because of climaticreasons, transport costs, etc.  It is also more difficult to finance these investments on the regular credit
market because of their low alternative value.
The main rule is that the grant is taxable as an  income to the recipient.  The general level for
corporate income taxes is about 28 per cent flat ra te. In Sweden, the value of buildings may depreciate
at rates varying from 2 to 5 per cent per annum, depending on the type of the building.  Machinery is
normally depreciated during a 5 year period.  The grant can be awarded either by the Government,NUTEK (Swedish Business Development Agency ) or the County Administrative Boards.
2. Loans to Regional Investment Companies
(a) Form of subsidy
Loans.  During the first years the interest rate  may be lower than market rates, provided that
the state e.g. receives a share of the value added in the company after about ten years.
(b) Amount of subsidy
Total amount of granted loans in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:  0
(c) Policy objective
The primary objective is regional aid to designated areas.  The secondary objective is aid to
SMEs in designated areas.  The main objective is to create new employment by stimulating private
capital to engage in certain businesses in the aid areas.  The objective is also to take advantage of
management knowledge in order to promote the expansion of small businesses.
(d) Duration
The programme commenced as from 1 July 1982.  Duration is formally decided for every
new fiscal year.
(e) Statistical data
None
(f) Legal basis
Until 2000 the legal provisions were laid down in the Governmental ordinance (Förordningen
om regionalpolitiskt företagsstöd): SFS 1990:642, and (from the 1 January 1997) in SFS 1996:1570
(Förordning om ändring i förordningen (1990:642) om regionalpolitiskt företagsstöd and SFS1998:995 (Förordning om regionalpolitiskt stöd i EG:s strukturomvandlingsområden). SFS 2000:279
(Förordning om regionalt utvecklingsbidrag).  Any payments as from 1 January 2000 will require
introduction of a new legal basis.G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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(g) Rules and conditions
Eligible are privately Swedish or foreign ow ned regional investment companies, working
with viability in competitive sectors on market conditions.  The size of the loan is related to the capital
raised by the share holders.  The Government makes decisions on loans to regional investment
companies.  During the fiscal year 2000 no such decisions have been made.
3. Employment Grant
(a) Form of subsidy
Grants.
(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:  120
Support is granted to a variety of sectors and recipients and cannot be broken down per unit.
(c) Policy objective
The objective is regional aid to designated areas and employment in designated areas.  The
scheme is aimed at creation of new employment by reducing the extra costs during the first years
when taking on additional labour.
(d) Duration
The programme commenced as from 1 July 1990.  Duration is formally decided for every
new fiscal year.
(e) Statistical data
The support is granted to a variety of sectors and recipients, therefore it is not possible to
present statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
(f) Legal basis
The legal provisions are laid down in the Governmental ordinance SFS 1998:996 (Förordning
om sysselsättningsbidrag).
(g) Rules and conditions
Eligible for aid are public authorities, natural or juridical persons operating in Sweden and
working in competitive sectors on market conditions.  In some cases aid can also be granted to non-
profit making associations.  There is a requirement that at least 40 per cent of the new jobs created
shall be reserved for each sex.  Grants are awarded according to the amount of new jobs created
measured in additional man-years (i.e. total net increase of working hours performed by employees in
companies applying and eligible for aid).  Support is only granted if the grant is judged to be decisivefor the new jobs and for employment that is considered lasting.  The employer shall supply
competence raising education in the form of theory or practice of at least 125 hours during a period of
2 years.G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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The maximal aid intensity in regional aid area A: A total sum of SEK 200 000 per additional
year of work allocated according to a uniform scheme during a five year period.
The maximal aid intensity in regional aid area B: A total sum of SEK 120 000 per additional
year of work allocated according to a uniform scheme during a five year period.
Year Aid area A Aid area B
1 60 000 40 000
2 50 000 30 000
3 40 000 25 000
4 30 000 15 000
5 20 000 10 000
Total 200 000 120 000
4. Reduced Social Security Contributions
(a) Form of subsidy
Tax concessions in the form of reduced social security contributions.
(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:  69*
(*This sum refers to tax consessions remaining from the period before 2000.)
Support was granted to a variety of sectors and recipients and cannot be broken down per
unit.
(c) Policy objective
The primary objective was regional aid to firms in designated areas.  The secondary objective
was aid to SMEs and employment in designated areas.  The main objective was to create newemployment and to maintain employment in certain sectors in the most disadvantaged areas by
reducing the cost of labour.  An overall aim was to compensate for additional costs due to permanent
geographical disadvantages in the form of long distances, low population density and remote location.
(d) Duration
Pending a final decision by the European Commission on the compatibility of the scheme
with the European Community rules on regional aid, all payments referring to fiscal year 2000 was
blocked.  Following a subsequent negative decision in the matter, the scheme has ceased as from
1 January 2000.
(e) Statistical data
Support was granted to a variety of sectors and recipients, therefore it is not possible to
present statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
(f) Legal basis
The legal provisions were laid down in the Act (Lag om nedsättning av socialavgifter och
allmän löneavgift) SFS 1990:912 and SFS 1994:549 (Förordning om nedsättning av socialavgifter).G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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(g) Rules and conditions
In aid area 1 and parts of aid area 2 the reduction was eight percentage units.
The social security contributions were reduced for employers engaged in the following
sectors in aid area 1: mining and quarrying (except iron, ore and mining); manufacturing (except pulp,paper, iron, steel and ferro-alloys); wholesaling of manufacturing goods; and hotels, restaurants and
service activities.  In aid area 2 the reduction was only available in the most sparsely populated areas.
In these parts e.g. agricultural and forestry activities and certain private business services were
eligible.
5. Regional Transport Grant
(a) Form of subsidy
Grants.
(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:  321
Support is granted to a variety of sectors and recipients and cannot be broken down per unit.
(c) Policy objective
The primary objective is regional aid to designated areas.  Aid is given as a  grant in order to
partly compensate for high transport costs of goods due to long distances to the main markets.  It isimportant to create new employment and to maintain employment in those areas in Sweden where the
cost of transport is considerably higher than in th e rest of the country.  Hereby these companies are
put on more equal footing when competing with companies situated closer to the large markets.
(d) Duration
The scheme commenced in 1971.  Duration is formally decided for every new fiscal year.
(e) Statistical data
The support is granted to a variety of sectors and recipients, therefore it is not possible to
present statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
(f) Legal basis
The legal provisions are laid down in the Governmental ordinance SFS 2000:281 (Förordning
om regionalt transportbidrag).
(g) Rules and conditions
Eligible are Swedish natural or juridical pe rsons, foreign company branches in Sweden or
foreign natural persons living in Sweden.
The assisted transports:  Actually paid domes tic transport costs from the regional aid area for
goods that have been produced or manufactured (processed) in this area (except for certain products
like pulp, paper, metals, certain steel products and iron ore).  Transport costs for raw materials thatG/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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shall be processed in the regional transport aid area are also eligible.  However, in principle, materials
from outside the aid area that are also produced in the aid area are not eligible.  The goods transported
must in principle be highly processed in order to be eligible.  The grant is awarded after application if
all the conditions are fulfilled.  As from 2000 transports by sea has been included as eligible means of
transportation.
In December 1999, the European Commission approved the Regional policy transport aid
scheme for the period 2000-2006.
The regional aid area for transport is divided into four zones (former aid zone 1 has been
abolished).  The percentages of the transport costs that are covered appear in the following table:
Distance
  in kilo-
  metresTransport
Aid zone
      2Transport
  Aid zone
         3Transport
Aid zone
4Transport
Aid zone
5
401 – 700 15% 25% 30% 30%
701 - 15% 25% 30% 45%
6. Stiftelsen Norrlandsfonden (The Fund for Northern Sweden)
The Fund is operating with two different types of activities:
- loans, including guarantees and conditional loans given primarily to small and medium sizedcompanies within the industrial and service sector.
- guarantees and project support given to institutions or projects and research of infrastructure
character (for example, research activities at universities and colleges, foundations of research
bodies outside the university sphere).  As from 1994 the Fund has primarily concentrated onthe loan operation.
(a) Form of subsidy
Mainly loans aiming at commercial return, considering elements of high risk.  Conditional
loans, guarantees, grants and project support.
(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:  32
Support is granted to a variety of projects and recipients and cannot be broken down per unit.
(c) Policy objective
The primary objective is regional aid to firms in designated areas.  Secondary objectives are
aid to SMEs and R&D.  The aim of the Fund is to promote development mainly of SMEs in the
5 northernmost counties.
(d) Duration
The scheme commenced in 1961.  Duration has not been specified.G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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(e) Statistical data
The support is granted to a variety of projects and sectors, therefore it is not possible to
present statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
(f) Legal basis
Government Decision 1961, the latest revision in 1995.
(g) Rules and conditions
Expenditure eligible for financing is product development, marketing, fixed assets and
working capital.  If loans from the Fund of Northern Sweden are combined with Regional
Development aid, the state financing may only amount to  70 per cent of investment costs in aid area A
and 50 per cent in aid area B and aid areas eligible for support by EC Structural Funds Objective 1and 2.  The Government can decide that these levels may be exceeded if there is a special priority.
7. Programme for Industrial Development in Regions of Regional Policy Priority
(a) Form of subsidy
Grants.
(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:   11*
(*Payments following earlier decisions to grant aid, i.e. decisions taken before
31 December 1999.)
The grants are divided on the receivers:
- 10 million SEK to private firms
- 1 million to technological research institutes and co-operative research institutes
Support is granted to a variety of projects and cannot be broken down per unit.
(c) Policy objective
The primary objective of the programme is regional aid in designated areas.  The aim is to
improve companies own ability to develop through knowledge-raising activities.  Secondary objective
is aid for R&D activities.
(d) Duration
Programme started as from 1 August 1994.  Duration until 31 December 1999.
(e) Statistical data
Support is granted to a variety of projects and sectors, therefore it is not possible to present
statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
(f) Legal basis
The legal provisions are laid down in Government decision no. 7 from 10 February 1994.G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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(g) Rules and conditions
Support is allocated by NUTEK to 22 consortiums (programmes).  These programmes have
been selected from submitted proposals, according to criteria such as relevance to industry and
connection to external sources of knowledge (size and quality of network).
The consortiums include around 200 companies and a number of research institutes or
universities.  These are working together to raise th e level of knowledge in companies.  No financial
resources are directed to an individual company, but  to the consortiums as collective bodies.  Support
to each consortium can amount to 37,5 per cent of total programme costs at most.
Costs eligible for aid include personnel, materials and supplies related to R&D.  Instruments
and equipment costs are only to a limited extent supported.
F. ENVIRONMENT AID
The programme for Investment grant for ecologically sustainable development (i.e. former
item 7.1 in previous reports) ceased in 1999 an d is therefore not included in this report .
1. Grant for Local Investment Programmes for Ecologically Sustainable Development
(a) Form of subsidy
Grants.
(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:  85
Support is granted to a variety of projects and cannot be broken down per unit.
(c) Policy objective
Primary objective is to obtain higher levels of environmental protection compared to what is
demanded by international standards.
(d) Duration
The programme commenced as from February 1998 and will run for a three year period.
(e) Statistical data
The support is granted to a variety of projects and sectors, therefore it is not possible to
present statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
(f) Legal basis
The legal provisions are laid down in the Governmental ordinance SFS 1998:23 (Förordning
om statliga bidrag till lokala investeringsprogram som ökar den ekologiska hållbarheten i samhället)
and SFS 1999:755 (Förordning om ändring av 1998:23).G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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(g) Rules and conditions
Support is granted to local investment programmes administered by municipalities, which
contributes to ecologically sustainable development through a.o. increased efficiency in the use of
energy and other natural resources, use of renewable raw materials and recycling measures.  The grant
is to be given to investments that are implemented beyond the present international standard, thatdevelops the technology and that has obvious effects on employment.  Support to firms is not to cover
more than 30 per cent of the additional costs that arise due to upgrading of investments into a more
environmentally friendly direction. Investments should be restricted to land, buildings and equipment.
When aid is given together with other forms of state aid the maximum aid level apply to the combined
aid.
2. Investment Grant for Certain Investments within the Energy Sector
(a) Form of subsidy
Grants.
(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:  173
Support is granted to a variety of projects and cannot be broken down per unit.
(c) Policy objective
Primary objective is to encourage use of sustainable sources of energy within electricity
production.
(d) Duration
The programme started in February 1998 and is running for a five year period.
(e) Statistical data
The support is granted to a variety of projects and sectors, therefore it is not possible to
present statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
(f) Legal basis
The legal provisions are laid down in the Governmental ordinance SFS 1998:22 (Förordning
om statligt bidrag till vissa investeringar inom energiområdet).
(g) Rules and conditions
Support is granted to investments in combined power and heating plants for biofuel, wind
power stations and small-scale hydroelectric power stations.  Maximum support to investments in
biofuel combined power and heating plats is 25 per cent of the total investment costs.  Maximum aid
to investments in wind power stations is 15 per cent of the costs that can receive support.  This 15 per
cent can rise to maximum 30 per cent when cumulative aid is present.  Eligible costs are expenses for
building, construction and equipment with the restri ction to the extra investment costs necessary for
carrying through the project.G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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3. Support to Small Scale Electricity Production
(a) Form of subsidy
Grant to production costs.
(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000: 173
Subsidy per unit amounts to 9 öre (about 0,01 Euro) per KwH produced in small scale energy
facilities .
(c) Policy objective
The objective of the support is to ensure viability for small scale producers of electricity,
sourcing from environmental friendly and renewabl e energy production, i.e. windmills, hydro power
and CHP (Combined Heat and POwer) plants.  To be commercially competitive within the
deregulated Swedish electricity market, small scale producers need compensation for additional
production costs compared to operators providing electricity from traditional and non-renewable
energy sources.
(d) Duration
Present aid scheme started 1 November 1999.  Duration until 31 December 2001.  A
prolongation of the scheme is planned for 2002.
(e) Statistical data
The share of small scale and renewable electricity production corresponds to 1,5  percent of
total energy production. Trade effects are estimated to be negligible.
(f) Legal basis
The legal provisions are laid down in SFS: 2000:614 (Förordning om stöd till småskalig
elproduktion).
(g) Rules and conditions
Aid is awarded at an amount of 9 öre (about 0,01 euro) per KwH produced in small scale
energy facilities.  For administrative reasons aid is given to purchasers of electricity produced by
small scale producers, the latter defined as plants not capabable of delivering an output higher than1500 kW.  An agreement between producer and purchaser must be established, certifying that aid will
be transferred to the producer.
4. Support to Wind Power Production
(a) Form of subsidy
Tax reduction.G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000: 70
Subsidy per unit amounts to 18,1 öre (about 0.021 Euro) per KWh produced at wind power
plants.
(c) Policy objective
The objective of the support is to ensure viability for producers of wind energy.
To be commercially competitive within the deregulated Swedish electricity market, wind
energy producers need compensation for additional production costs compared foremost to operators
providing electricity from traditional and non-renewable energy sources.  However, due toparticularly high production costs for wind power, additional compensation in the form of tax relief is
awarded and can be cumulated with support for small scale electrical producers, see 7.3 above.
(d) Duration
Duration until 31 December 2001.  A prolongation of the scheme is planned for 2002.
(e) Statistical data
The share of small scale and renewable electricity production, including a.o. wind power,
corresponds to 1,5  percent of total energy production. Trade effects are estimated to be negligible.
(f) Legal basis
The legal provisions are laid down in SFS: 1994:1776 (Lag om skatt på energi), Act of Excise
Duties on Energy , chapter 11, § 10.
(g) Rules and conditions
Tax relief is given amounting to 16,2 öre (about 0,02 euro) per KwH.  The amount of aid
corresponds to the tax level for energy paid by individual consumers.  For administrative reasons the
relief is given to purchasers/distributors of electricity, which subsequently is to be transferred to the
producers of wind power.
5. Energy Tax Concession
(a) Form of subsidy
Tax reduction.
(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000:  225
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(c) Policy objective
The tax measure aims at reducing emissions of CO2.  The objective of the concession
provisions is to safeguard that enterprises with energy intensive production are not burdened with an
unreasonably high tax level.
(d) Duration
The present system started 1 July 1997. Duration until further notice.
(e) Statistical data
The support is granted to a variety of projects and sectors, therefore it is not possible to
present statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
(f) Legal basis
The legal provisions are laid down in the Act of Excise Duties on Energy (SFS 1994:1776),
chapter 7.4, 9.2, 9.5 and 9.9. The provisions came into force on July 1, 1997 (SFS 1997:479).  The
provisions regarding the 1,2%-rule are found in paragraph 2 of the provisional regulations regarding
SFS 1997:479.
(g) Rules and conditions
For enterprises within the industry sector there is a general rule stipulating a 50 per cent
reduction of the CO2-tax for the use of fossil fuels.  As concerns enterprises with energy intensive
production, they also benefit from a special tax reduction;  If the CO2 tax payable according to the50%-rule exceeds 0,8 per cent of the companies value of sales, then the enterprise only has to pay
12 per cent tax on the exceeding sales value. In addition, there are complementary rules applicable for
certain types of fuels (mainly coal and natural gas)  when used for manufacturing products out of other
mineral materials than metals.  According to these rules CO2 tax exceeding 1,2 % of sales value is
deductible from the total CO2 tax amount to be paid.  (The 0,8 per cent rule was introduced as from
1 July 1997.  The 1,2 per cent rule was, with somewhat different content, already in force prior to that
date).
6. Waste Tax Concession
(a) Form of subsidy
Tax reduction.
(b) Amount of subsidy
Net cost in SEK millions: Calendar year 2000: 556
Subsidy per unit is SEK 250 (27 Euro) per ton of waste, i.e. equivalent to the stipulated tax
level .
(c) Policy objective
Tax reduction for certain categories of waste is motivated for environmental reasons.  In cases
where, according to present technology, it is not possible to process or recycle waste in order to avoid
deposition, a tax reduction has been deemed as an appropriate measure.G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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(d) Duration
As from 1 January 2000 until further notice.
(e) Statistical data
The support is granted to a variety of projects and sectors, therefore it is not possible to
present statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects.
(f) Legal basis
The legal provisions are laid down in the Act on Waste tax (SFS 1999:673).
(g) Rules and conditions
The objective of the introduction of a general tax on waste is to give an incentive for reducing
the total amounts of waste to be deposited.  In other words, the tax is supposed to encourage recycling
or increased use of waste for energy purposes.  The stipulated tax to be paid for waste deposited is
SEK 250 per ton.
However, for certain categories of (foremost toxic) waste it has been acknowledged, that
alternatives to deposition are very few and that full tax reduction is appropriate in order to avoid
environmentally negative effects, such as dumping or unsafe storage.G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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APPENDIX
The Net Cost Method
The objective of the net cost to government (NCG-method) is to obtain a consistent measure
of government aid, where support from various inst ruments, i.e. grants, loans, guarantees, equity
injections and tax concessions, are added. The NCG- method is used by OECD in its project "Public
support to industry”.
Net costs are calculated as follows:Grants: Actual amounts paid out minus repayments and royalties if any.
Guarantees: Claims paid minus fees received and recoveries.
Loans: Estimated capital cost based on the difference between the government borrowing rate
and actual interest payments received.
Equity capital: Estimated capital cost based on the government borrowing rate and dividends
received.
Tax concessions: Estimates of revenue forgone.
Capital against Royalty: Estimated capital cost based on the difference between the
government borrowing rate and actual royalty payments received.
It should be noted that the net cost does not correspond to the actual transfer of funds from the
government to the firms in any given year, i.e. th e expenditure as reported in the government budget.
Instead the purpose is to indicate the net cost to  government of support to industry.  Since imputed
capital costs on previous loans and equity injections are included, the net cost figures to a certain
extent reflect past policies.  If the net cost of a programme is negative, that is, if the government earns
money because of high repayments or interest rates, the net cost is reported as nil (0).
The NCG-method is not a direct guide to determine the extent of distortion of competition nor
to approximate the ultimate benefit to industry.  However, the NCG is a useful guide to the evolutionand the structure of Government support over time.G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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II. SUBSIDIES TO SWEDIS H FISHERY 2000 (1999)
INTRODUCTION
This notification covers direct subsidies to the fisheries sector.  The amounts reported relate in
general to commitments made by the competent authorities during the fiscal years 1999 and 2000.
The description of the various schemes follows the outline suggested by the WTO.  However,
effects on trade are difficult to assess and the notification contains, but for a few aid schemes, no
information on effects on trade.
As regards investment aid to enterprises, “econo mically viable enterprises” is referred to as
one policy objective. Before selecting a project, the competent authorities shall also ensure that an
economic analysis of the company, as well as a profitability assessment of the project as such, ismade.
A. I
NVESTMENT AID TO FISHING ENTERPRISES
1. Aid for fleet renewal and modernisation of fishing vessels
(a) Form of subsidy
Grant
(b) Amount of subsidy (Total commitments)
1999: 33 592 000 SEK (Community funds)
  9 893 000 SEK (National funds)
2000: No commitments have been made during 2000 due to the late approval of the
Swedish structural plan(c) Policy objectives:
To strengthen the structure, and to develop economically viable enterprises, in the sector.
(d) Duration
As from the date of accession state aid to fisheries is subject to the rules and conditions
stipulated in Council Regulation (EC) No 246 8/98.  Regulation 2468/98 was repealed from
1 January 2000.  Detailed rules and conditions for structural funds in the fisheries sector, for the new
programming period 2000- 2006, were adopted in Council Regulation (EC) No 2792/99.
(e) Statistical data
Estimated number of recipients of aid in 1999:  approx. 165
Information concerning effects on trade is not available.
(f) Legal basis
Ordinance on fishing, aquaculture and fisheries (SFS 1994:1716, 1 January 1995)G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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(g) Rules and conditions
Recipients: Fishing enterprises.
Categories of expenditures eligible for aid: RSW tanks, safety equipment, selective gear, etc.
2. Aid for adjustment of fishing effort
(a) Form of subsidy:
Grant
(b) Amount of subsidy (Total commitments)
1999: 481 000 SEK (Community Funds)
481 000 SEK (National Funds)
2000: No commitments have been made during 2000 due to the late approval of the
Swedish structural plan(c) Policy objectives:
To achieve, a sustainable balance between resources and their exploitation.
(d) Duration
As from the date of accession state aid to fisheries is subject to the rules and conditions
stipulated in Council Regulation (EC) No 2468/98. Regulation 2468/98 was repealed from
1 January 2000.  Detailed rules and conditions for structural funds in the fisheries sector, for the new
programming period 2000- 2006, were adopted in Council Regulation (EC) No 2792/99.
(e) Statistical data
Estimated number of recipients of aid in 1999: 9
Information concerning effects on trade is not available.
(f) Legal basis
Ordinance on fishing, aquaculture and fisheries (SFS 1994:1716, 1 January 1995)
(g) Rules and conditions
Recipients: Fishing enterprises
Categories of expenditures eligible for aid:
- scrapping
- permanent transfer to third country
Maximum possible aid intensity:  Participation rates are stipulated in Council Regulation
(EC) No 2468/98 and in the Single Programming Document (SPD)G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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B. INVESTMENT AID TO AQUACULTURE ENTERPRISES
(a) Form of subsidy:
Grant
(b) Amount of subsidy (Total commitments)
1999: 25 126 000 SEK (Community Funds)
 6 191 000 SEK (National Funds)
2000: No commitments have been made during 2000 due to the late approval of the
Swedish structural plan(c) Policy objectives:
To develop economically viable enterprises in the sector and assist structural improvements.
(d) Duration
As from the date of accession state aid to fisheries is subject to the rules and conditions
stipulated in Council Regulation (EC) No 2468/98. Regulation 2468/98 was repealed from
1 January 2000.  Detailed rules and conditions for structural funds in the fisheries sector, for the new
programming period 2000- 2006, were adopted in Council Regulation (EC) No 2792/99.
(e) Statistical data
Estimated number of recipients of aid in 1999: approx. 65
Information concerning effects on trade is not available.
(f) Legal basis
Ordinance on fishing, aquaculture and fisheries (SFS 1994:1716, 1 January 1995)
(g) Rules and conditions
Recipients:  Aquaculture enterprises and organisations concerned with development projects
within the aquaculture sector.
Maximum possible aid intensity: Participation rates are stipulated in Council Regulation (EC)
No 2468/98 and in the SPD
Categories of expenditures eligible for aid:
- construction, modernisation and acquisition of buildings
- investments to improve the product quality and to reduce pollution
- acquisition of new plant and machinery
The enterprise must be submitted to official animal health control.G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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C. INVESTMENT AID TO FISHING PORT FACILITIES
(a) Form of subsidy:
Grant
(b) Amount of subsidy (Total commitments)
1999:  10 150 000 SEK (Community funds)
 13 244 000 SEK (National funds)
2000: No commitments have been made during 2000 due to the late approval of the
Swedish structural plan(c) Policy objectives:
To improve and adapt structure in the fisheries sector.
(d) Duration
As from the date of accession state aid to fisheries is subject to the rules and conditions
stipulated in Council Regulation (EC) No 246 8/98.  Regulation 2468/98 was repealed from
1 January 2000.  Detailed rules and conditions for structural funds in the fisheries sector, for the new
programming period 2000- 2006, were adopted in Council Regulation (EC) No 2792/99.
(e) Statistical data
Estimated number of recipients of aid in 1999: approx. 25
Information concerning effects on trade is not available.
(f) Legal basis
Ordinance on fishing, aquaculture and fisheries (SFS 1994:1716, 1 January 1995)
(g) Rules and conditions
Recipients:
- local authorities & other public bodies
- fishermen and fish processing enterprises connected to harbours
- fishing harbour associations
Maximum possible aid intensity: Participation rates are stipulated in Council Regulation (EC)
No 2468/98 and in the SPD
Categories of expenditures eligible for aid:
- Investments to improve the conditions under which fishery products are landed,   handled
and stored- Investments to support fishing vessel activities
- Investments to improve the safety during the landing or loading of products.G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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D. INVESTMENT AID FOR PROCESSING AND MARKETING
(a) Form of subsidy:
Grant
(b) Amount of subsidy (Total commitments)
1999: 37 474 000 SEK (Community funds)
12 353 000 SEK (National funds)
2000: No commitments have been made during 2000 due to the late approval of the
Swedish structural plan
(c) Policy objectives:
To develop economically viable enterprises in the sector and assist structural improvements.
(d) Duration
As from the date of accession state aid to fisheries is subject to the rules and conditions that
are stipulated in Council Regulation (EC) No 2468/98.  Regulation 2468/98 was repealed from
1 January 2000.  Detailed rules and conditions for structural funds in the fisheries sector, for the newprogramming period 2000- 2006, were adopted in Council Regulation (EC) No 2792/99.
(e) Statistical data
Estimated number of recipients of aid in 1999: approx. 90
Information concerning effects on trade is not available.
(f) Legal basis
Ordinance on fishing, aquaculture and fisheries (SFS 1994:1716, 1 January 1995)
(g) Rules and conditions
Recipients: The Processing Industry
Maximum possible aid intensity:  Participation rates are stipulated in Council Regulation
(EC) No 2468/98 and in the SPD
Categories of expenditures eligible for aid:
- The construction and acquisition of buildings and installation- The acquisition of new equipment needed for the processing and marketing
- The application of new technology
- Investments to improve product quality and to reduce pollution
E. I
NVESTMENT AID FOR PROTECTION OF COASTAL WATERS
(a) Form of subsidy:
GrantG/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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(b) Amount of subsidy (Total commitments)
1999: 3 615 000 SEK (Community funds)
3 615 000 SEK (National funds)
2000: No commitments have been made during 2000 due to the late approval of the
Swedish structural plan
(c) Policy objectives:
o achieve a sustainable balance between resources and their exploitation.
(d) Duration
s from the date of accession state aid to fisheries is subject to the rules and conditions
stipulated in Council Regulation (EC) No 246 8/98.  egulation 2468/98 was repealed from
1 January 000.  Detailed rules and conditions for structural funds in the fisheries sector, for the new
programming period 2000- 2006, were adopted in Council Regulation (EC) No 2792/99.
(e) Statistical data
Estimated number of recipients of aid in 1999: 3
Information concerning effects on trade is not available.
(f) Legal basis
Ordinance on fishing, aquaculture and fisheries (SFS 1994:1716, 1 January 1995)
(g) Rules and conditions
Recipients:  Public institutions or bodies designated for that purpose by the competent
authorities.
Maximum possible aid intensity: Participation rates are stipulated in Council Regulation (EC)
No 2468/98 and in the SPD
Categories of expenditures eligible for aid:
- Investments to improve water circulation and other habitat conservation measures.
- Re-stocking of species of importance for coastal fishing
F. AID FOR PROMOTION /MARKETING
(a) Form of subsidy:
Grant
(b) Amount of subsidy (Total commitments)
1999: 3 322 000 SEK (Community funds)
2 640 000 SEK (National funds)
2000: No commitments have been made during 2000 due to the late approval of the
Swedish structural planG/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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(c) Policy objectives:
To improve market supply and the value added to fisheries and aquaculture products.
(d) Duration
As from the date of accession State aid to fisheries is subject to the rules and conditions
stipulated in Council Regulation (EC) No 2468/ 98.  Regulation 2468/98 was repealed from 1
January 2000.  Detailed rules and conditions for structural funds in the fisheries sector, for the new
programming period 2000- 2006, were adopted in Council Regulation (EC) No 2792/99.
(e) Statistical data
Estimated number of projects for which aid has been allocated in 1999:  30
Information concerning effects on trade is not available.
(f) Legal basis
Ordinance on fishing, aquaculture and fisheries (SFS 1994:1716, 1 January 1995)
(g) Rules and conditions
Recipients:
Public bodies, fisheries interest associations, private contractors
Maximum possible aid intensity: Participation rates are stipulated in Council Regulation (EC)
No 2468/98 and in the SPD
Categories of expenditures eligible for aid:
Consumers surveys and market studies, promotion campaigns, organisation of and
participation in trade fairs, consumption advice, services and advice to wholesalers and retailers.
G. AID FOR TEMPORARY CESSATION OF FISHING ACTIVITIES
(a) Form of subsidy:
Grant
(b) Amount of subsidy (Total commitments)
1999: 786 000 SEK (Community funds)
435 000 SEK (National funds)
2000: 0 SEK
(c) Policy objectives:
To achieve sustainable balance between resources and their exploitation.
(d) Duration
As from the date of accession state aid to fisheries is subject to the rules and conditions
stipulated in Council Regulation (EC) No 246 8/98.  Regulation 2468/98 was repealed fromG/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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1 January 2000.  Detailed rules and conditions for structural funds in the fisheries sector, for the new
programming period 2000- 2006, are adopted in Council Regulation (EC) No 2792/99.
(e) Statistical data
Estimated number of recipients of aid in 1999:  approx. 40
(f) Legal basis
Ordinance on fishing, aquaculture and fisheries (SFS 1994:1716, 1 January 1995)
(g) Rules and conditions
Recipients: Fishing enterprises.
Categories of expenditures eligible for aid:
Compensation of the loss of income associated with a temporary cessation measure
introduced as a result of unforeseen and non-recurring circumstances attributable to biological causes.
H. AID TO STUDIES AND PILOT PROJECTS
(a) Form of subsidy:
Grant
(b) Amount of subsidy (Total commitments)
1999: 5 373 000 SEK (Community funds)
3 391 000 SEK (National funds)
2000: No commitments have been made during 2000 due to the late approval of the
Swedish structural plan(c)  Policy objectives:
To improve and adapt structures in the fisheries and aquaculture sector.
(d) Duration
As from the date of accession state aid to fisheries is subject to the rules and conditions
stipulated in Council Regulation (EC) No 246 8/98.  Regulation 2468/98 was repealed from
1 January 2000.  Detailed rules and conditions for structural funds in the fisheries sector, for the new
programming period 2000- 2006, were adopted in Council Regulation (EC) No 2792/99.
(e) Statistical data
Estimated number of recipients of aid in 1999: 12
Information concerning effects on trade is not available.
(f) Legal basis
Ordinance on fishing, aquaculture and fisheries (SFS 1994:1716, 1 January 1995)G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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(g) Rules and conditions
Recipients: Universities, Public and private institutions, enterprises
Maximum possible aid intensity: Participation rates are stipulated in Council Regulation (EC)
No 2468/98 and in the SPD
Categories of expenditures eligible for aid:The result of the study or pilot project should be of value for the Industry.Any result must be published and made accessible to the public.
I. P
AYMENT OF COMPENSATION TO PRODUCERS ´ ORGANISATIONS
(a) Form of subsidy:
Grant
(b) Amount of subsidy (Total commitments)
1999:   2 525 000 SEK
2000:   2 252 000 SEK
(c) Policy objective
To grant financial compensation to producers´organizations for losses when fish has been
withdrawn from the market.
(d) Duration
From 1 January 1995.
(e) Statistical data:
Estimated number of recipients of aid in 1999 and 2000: 4 (Producers organisations) Sweden
considers that this measure has had very insignificant, if any, effects on trade.
(f) Legal basis
Council Regulation (EEC) No 3759/92 of 17 December 1992 on the common organisation of
the market in fishery and aquaculture products.
(g) Rules and conditions
Article 8-12 in Council Regulation No 3759/92G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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J. GOVERNMENTAL SUBSIDY FOR FISH -STOCKING
(a) Form of subsidy:
Grant
(b) Amount of subsidy (Total payments):
1999: 2 075 000 SEK
2000:      20 000 SEK
(c) Policy objectives:
To enhance stocks of eel and salmonids for the commercial fisheries in coastal and inland
waters.
(d) Duration:
Commitments have been made for activities as from 1 January 1998–31 December 2000
(e) Statistical data:
The grants are restricted to enhance stocks and it is not possible to estimate any effects on
trade.
(f) Legal basis
Government decision 1998-02-12
(g) Rules and conditions
The Board of Fisheries decides upon the program and the County Boards are responsible for
following up the stocking programme.
K. AID TO MEASURES UNDERTAKEN WITHIN THE COMMUNITY INITIATIVE PESCA
(a) Form of subsidy:
Grant
(b) Amount of subsidy (total payments)
2000: 8 578 514  SEK (Community funds)
4 052 000 SEK ( National funds)
(c) Policy objectives:
The objectives for the Community Initiative Pesca are stipulated in the Commission´s notice to
the Member States (94/C 180/01)
(d) Duration:G/SCM/N/71/EEC/Add.14
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The integrated Operational Programme covers the period 1995-1999
(e) Statistical data
Estimated number of recipients of aid in 1999: approx. 55
Information concerning effects on trade is not available.
(f) Legal basis
Ordinance on fishing, aquaculture and fisheries (SFS 1994:1716, 1 January 1995)
(g) Rules and conditions
Recipients: Pesca is designed principally for areas dependent on fisheries in regions eligible
under objective 1,2 and 5(b).
Maximum possible aid intensity: Participation rates are stipulated in the Operational
Programme
Categories of expenditures eligible for aid:
- diversification of activities in eligible areas
- business services- maintenance or creation of jobs
- specific project of a general and/or transnational nature in the fisheries sectors
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