### programmes and actions under this regulation shall mainstream climate change , environmental protection and gender equality and shall address interlinkages between sustainable development goals , to promote integrated actions that can create co - benefits and meet multiple objectives in a coherent way . these programmes and actions shall be based on an analysis of risks and vulnerabilities , integrate a resilience approach and be conflict sensitive . they shall be guided by the principle of leaving no one behind . ### programmes and actions under this regulation shall mainstream climate change , environmental protection , education and culture , and gender equality and shall address interlinkages between sustainable development goals , to promote integrated actions that can create co - benefits and meet multiple objectives in a coherent way . these programmes and actions shall be based on an analysis of risks and vulnerabilities , integrate a resilience approach and be conflict sensitive . they shall be guided by the principle of leaving no one behind .


### the european neighbourhood policy , as reviewed in 201562 , aims at the stabilisation of neighbouring countries and strengthening resilience , particularly by boosting economic development , as the union’s main political priorities . in order to attain its objective , the reviewed european neighbourhood policy has been focusing on four priority areas : good governance , democracy , the rule of law and human rights , with a particular focus in engaging further with civil society ; economic development ; security ; migration and mobility , including tackling the root causes of irregular migration and forced displacement . differentiation and enhanced mutual ownership are the hallmark of the european neighbourhood policy , recognising different levels of engagement , and reflecting the interests of each country concerning the nature and focus of its partnership with the union . _________________ 62 joint communication to the european parliament , the council , the european economic and social committee and the committee of the regions , “review of the european neighbourhood policy” , 18 november 2015 . ### the european neighbourhood policy , as reviewed in 2015 62 , aims at the stabilisation of neighbouring countries and strengthening resilience , particularly by boosting economic development , as the union’s main political priorities . in order to attain its objective , the reviewed european neighbourhood policy has been focusing on four priority areas : good governance , democracy , the rule of law and human rights , with a particular focus in engaging further with civil society ; quality education and skills acquisition , economic development , security ; migration and mobility , including tackling the root causes of irregular migration and forced displacement . differentiation and enhanced mutual ownership are the hallmark of the european neighbourhood policy , recognising different levels of engagement , and reflecting the interests of each country concerning the nature and focus of its partnership with the union .


### promoting a strengthened partnership with societies between the union and the partner countries , including through people - to - people contacts ; ### promoting a strengthened partnership with societies between the union and the partner countries , including through people - to - people contact , in particular in relation to cultural , educational , professional and sporting activities .


### the primary objective of union’s development cooperation policy , as laid down in article 208 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union is the reduction and , in the long term , the eradication of poverty . the union’s development cooperation policy also contributes to the objectives of the union’s external action , in particular to foster the sustainable economic , social and environmental development of developing countries , with the primary aim of eradicating poverty , as set out in article 21 of the treaty on european union . ### the primary objective of union’s development cooperation policy , as laid down in article 208 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union is the reduction and , in the long term , the eradication of poverty . the union’s development cooperation policy also contributes to the objectives of the union’s external action , in particular to foster the sustainable economic , social , cultural , educational and environmental development of developing countries , with the primary aim of eradicating poverty , as set out in article 21 of the treaty on european union .


### in accordance with article 21 of the treaty on european union , the union shall pursue consistency between the different areas of its external action and between these and its other policies , as well as it shall work for a high degree of cooperation in all fields of international relations . the wide array of actions enabled by this regulation should contribute to the objectives set out in that article of the treaty . ### in accordance with article 21 of the treaty on european union , the union shall pursue consistency between the different areas of its external action and between these and its other policies , as well as it shall work for a high degree of cooperation in all fields of international relations , including its cultural dimension . the wide array of actions enabled by this regulation should contribute to the objectives set out in that article of the treaty .


### promoting inclusive and equitable quality formal , informal and non - formal education for all , at all levels and including technical and vocational training , including in emergency and crisis situations , and including through the use of digital technologies to improve education teaching and learning ; ### ensuring inclusive and equitable quality formal , informal and non - formal education and promote life - long learning opportunities for all , at all levels and including technical and vocational training , including in emergency and crisis situations , and including through the use of digital technologies to improve education teaching and learning ;


### the implementation of this regulation should be guided by the five priorities established in the global strategy for the european union’s foreign and security policy 59 , presented on 19 june 2016 , which represents the union’s vision and the framework for united and responsible external engagement in partnership with others , to advance its values and interests . the union should enhance partnerships , promote policy dialogue and collective responses to challenges of global concern . its action should support the union’s interests and values in all its aspects , including preserving peace , preventing conflicts , strengthening international security , fighting root causes of irregular migration and assisting populations , countries and regions confronting natural or man - made disasters , supporting trade policy , economic diplomacy and economic cooperation , promoting digital solutions and technologies , and fostering the international dimension of union’s policies . in promoting its interests , the union should comply with , and promote , the principles of respect for high social and environmental standards , for the rule of law , for international law and for human rights . _________________ 59 “shared vision , common action : a stronger europe . a global strategy for the european union’s foreign and security policy” , june 2016 . ### the implementation of this regulation should be guided by the five priorities established in the global strategy for the european union’s foreign and security policy 59 , presented on 19 june 2016 , which represents the union’s vision and the framework for united and responsible external engagement in partnership with others , to advance its values and interests . the union should enhance partnerships , promote policy dialogue and collective responses to challenges of global concern . its action should support the union’s interests and values in all its aspects , including preserving peace , preventing conflicts , strengthening international security , fighting root causes of irregular migration and assisting populations , countries and regions confronting natural or man - made disasters , supporting quality education , trade policy , economic diplomacy and economic cooperation , promoting digital solutions and technologies , and fostering the international dimension of union’s policies . in promoting its interests , the union should comply with , and promote , the principles of respect for high social and environmental standards , for the rule of law , for international law and for human rights .


### this regulation should reflect the need to focus on strategic priorities , both geographically – the european neighbourhood and africa , as well as countries that are fragile and most in need , but also thematically – security , migration , climate change and human rights . ### this regulation should reflect the need to focus on strategic priorities , both geographically – the european neighbourhood and africa , as well as countries that are fragile and most in need , but also thematically – security , migration , climate change , education , culture , and human rights .


### despite the entry into force of directive 2003 / 41 / ec important prudential barriers remain which make it more expensive for institutions to operate pension schemes across borders . moreover , the current minimum level of protection for members and beneficiaries needs to be increased . this is all the more important as the number of europeans relying on schemes that shift longevity and market risks from the institution or the undertaking offering the occupational scheme to the individual has increased significantly . in addition , the current minimum level of information provision to members and beneficiaries needs to be increased . those developments warrant an amendment of the directive . ### despite the entry into force of directive 2003 / 41 / ec important prudential barriers remain which make it more expensive for institutions to operate pension schemes across borders . moreover , the current minimum level of protection for members and beneficiaries needs to be increased . this is all the more important as the number of europeans relying on schemes that shift longevity and market risks from the institution or the undertaking offering the occupational scheme to the individual has increased significantly and such schemes risk increasing the occurrence of old - age poverty within member states , in particular women . in addition , the current minimum level of information provision to members and beneficiaries must be increased and adapted to the needs of individual members , in particular women . those developments warrant an amendment of the directive .


### the internal market should allow institutions to operate in other member states and ensure a high level of protection for members and beneficiaries of occupational retirement schemes . ### the internal market should allow institutions to operate in other member states and ensure a high level of protection for members and beneficiaries of occupational retirement schemes taking into account the special needs of , among others , women and also taking into account the pension gap .


### action is needed to further develop complementary private retirement savings such as occupational pensions . this is important since social security systems are coming under increasing pressure , which means that citizens will increasingly rely on occupational retirement pensions as a complement in the future . occupational retirement pensions should be developed , without , however , calling into question the importance of social - security pension systems in terms of secure , durable and effective social protection , which should guarantee a decent standard of living in old age and should therefore be at the centre of the objective of strengthening the european social model . ### although responsibility for ensuring the adequate income of , and services for , elderly citizens lies with the public sector , action is needed in member states to further develop complementary private retirement savings such as occupational pensions , in order to facilitate the possibility of a pensioner being able to acquire additional services tailored to that pensioner’s personal needs . this is important since social security systems are coming under increasing pressure , which means that citizens will increasingly rely on occupational retirement pensions as a complement in the future . occupational retirement pensions should be developed , without , however , calling into question the importance of social - security pension systems in terms of secure , durable and effective social protection , which should guarantee a decent standard of living in old age and should therefore be at the centre of the objective of strengthening the european social model .


### - as of [ publications office , please insert the date of application of this regulation ] : 60 mg / kg phosphorus pentoxide , ### - as of [ publications office , please insert the date of application of this regulation ] : 40 mg / kg phosphorus pentoxide ,


### a ce marked fertilising product that has undergone a recovery operation and complies with the requirements laid down in this regulation shall be considered to comply with the conditions laid down in article 6 of directive 2008 / 98 / ec and shall , therefore , be considered as having ceased to be waste . ### a material that has undergone a recovery operation and complies with the requirements laid down in this regulation shall be considered to be a component material of a ce marked fertilising product that complies with the conditions laid down in article 6 of directive 2008 / 98 / ec and shall , therefore , be considered to have ceased being waste . this component material may fall under the scope of this regulation if it demonstrates an agronomic efficacy and if it meets the requirements laid down in the annexes of this regulation .


### - 2% by mass of total nitrogen , ### - 1% by mass of total nitrogen ,


### where the ce marked fertilising product has a total phosphorus content of 5 % phosphorus pentoxide - equivalent or more by mass : ### where the product has phosphorus content : 75 mg / kg p2o5 .


### a ce marked fertilising product that has undergone a recovery operation and complies with the requirements laid down in this regulation shall be considered to comply with the conditions laid down in article 6 of directive 2008 / 98 / ec and shall , therefore , be considered as having ceased to be waste . ### a ce marked fertilising product that contains or consists of waste which has undergone a recovery operation in accordance with directive 2008 / 98 / ec and that complies with the requirements laid down in this regulation shall be considered as having ceased to be waste from the moment the eu declaration of conformity is drawn up .


### - 1 , 5% by mass of total phosphorus pentoxide , ### - 3% by mass of total phosphorus pentoxide ,


### organic carbon shall be present in the ce marked fertilising product by at least 3 % by mass . ### organic carbon shall be present in the ce marked fertilising product by at least 1 % by mass .


### ' fertilising product ' means a substance , mixture , micro - organism or any other material , applied or intended to be applied , either on its own or mixed with another material , on plants or their rhizosphere for the purpose of providing plants with nutrient or improving their nutrition efficiency ; ### ' fertilising product ' means a product meeting the criteria for one or more of the of the product functional categories as defined in annex i applied or intended to be applied , either on its own or mixed with another material , on plants or their root zone and / or their soil / growing medium for the purpose of improving plants ' general vigour , yields and quality by improving their nutrition efficiency and / or their physical , chemical or biological growth conditions 1107 / 2009 ) . a fertilising product may include substances intended to enhance one or more technical traits of the product without affecting its fertilising properties .


### an organic soil improver shall consist exclusively of material of solely biological origin , excluding material which is fossilized or embedded in geological formations . ### an organic soil improver shall consist exclusively of material of solely biological origin , including peat , leonardite , lignite and humic substances obtained from them , but excluding other materials which are fossilized or embedded in geological formations .


### where the ce marked fertilising product has a total phosphorus content of less than 5 % phosphorus pentoxide - equivalent by mass : 3 mg / kg dry matter , or ### where the product does not have phosphorus content : 3 mg / kg dry matter , or


### an inorganic fertiliser shall be a fertiliser other than an organic or organo - mineral fertiliser . ### a mineral fertiliser shall be a fertiliser containing nutrients in a mineral form or processed into a mineral form . urea and its condensation and association products shall be considered as containing nutrients in a mineral form .


### - carbon and ### - organic carbon and


### an inorganic fertiliser shall be a fertiliser other than an organic or organo - mineral fertiliser . ### a mineral fertiliser shall be a fertiliser containing nutrients in a mineral form or processed into a mineral form from animal or plant origin . urea and its condensation and association products shall be considered as containing nutrients in a mineral form .


### - 2% by mass of total phosphorus pentoxide , or ### - 2% by mass of total phosphorus pentoxide , and / or


### which are likely to be subject of significant trade on the internal market , and ### which are likely to be subject of trade on the internal market , and


### an inorganic soil improver shall be a soil improver other than an organic soil improver . ### an inorganic soil improver shall be a soil improver other than an organic soil improver , and include mulch films . a biodegradable mulch film shall be a biodegradable polymer film complying with the requirements of points 2a and 3 of cmc 10 in annex ii and intended to be placed on the soil in situ to protect its structure , suppress weed growth , reduce soil moisture loss , or prevent erosion .


### - cadmium 1 , 5 mg / kg dry matter , ### - cadmium 80 mg / kg p2o5


### for the purpose of paragraph 1 , plants are understood to include algae and exclude blue - green algae . ### for the purpose of paragraph 1 , plants are understood to include algae , except for those blue - green algae that produce sufficient toxins that would result in the fertilising product being classified as hazardous .


### promising technical progress is being made in the field of recycling of waste , such as phosphorus recycling from sewage sludge , and fertilising product production from animal by - products , such as biochar . it should be possible for products containing or consisting of such materials to access the internal market without unnecessary delay when the manufacturing processes have been scientifically analysed and process requirements have been established at union level . for that purpose , the power to adopt acts in accordance with article 290 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union should be delegated to the commission in respect of defining larger or additional categories of ce marked fertilising products or component materials eligible for use in the production of such products . for animal by - products , component material categories should be expanded or added only to the extent an end point in the manufacturing chain has been determined in accordance with the procedures laid down in regulation no 1069 / 2009 , since animal by - products for which no such end point has been determined are in any event excluded from the scope of this regulation . ### promising technical progress is being made in the field of recycling of waste , such as phosphorus recycling from sewage sludge , in particular struvite , and fertilising product production from animal by - products , such as biochar and phosphorus recovery after incineration , in particular ash - based products . therefore it should be possible for products containing or consisting of such materials to access the internal market without unnecessary delay when the manufacturing processes have been scientifically analysed and process requirements have been established at union level . for that purpose , the power to adopt acts in accordance with article 290 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union should be delegated to the commission in respect of defining larger or additional categories of ce marked fertilising products or component materials eligible for use in the production of such products . the first of those delegated acts should , in particular , add struvite , biochar and ash - based products to the categories of component materials and should be adopted without any further delay after the entry into force of this regulation . for animal by - products , component material categories should be expanded or added only to the extent an end point in the manufacturing chain has been determined in accordance with the procedures laid down in regulation no 1069 / 2009 , since animal by - products for which no such end point has been determined are in any event excluded from the scope of this regulation .


### a ce marked fertilising product may contain plants , plant parts or plant extracts having undergone no other processing than cutting , grinding , centrifugation , pressing , drying , freeze - drying or extraction with water . ### a ce marked fertilising product may contain plants , plant parts or plant extracts having undergone no other processing than cutting , grinding , centrifugation , pressing , drying , freeze - drying , extraction with water or any other preparation / processing that does not render the final substance subject to registration under regulation no . 1907 / 2006 .


### a growing medium shall be a material other than soil intended for use as a substrate for root development . ### a growing medium shall be a material other than soil in situ for plants and mushrooms to grow in .


### contaminants in ce marked fertilising products , such as cadmium , can potentially pose a risk to human and animal health and the environment as they accumulate in the environment and enter the food chain . their content should therefore be limited in such products . furthermore , impurities in ce marked fertilising products derived from bio - waste , in particular polymers but also metal and glass , should be either prevented or limited to the extent technically feasible by detection of such impurities in separately collected bio - waste before processing . ### contaminants in ce marked fertilising products , such as cadmium , can potentially pose a risk to human and animal health and the environment as they accumulate in the environment and enter the food chain . cadmium content in cereals , vegetables , meat , fish and fisheries products , and food supplements , is strictly controlled in the eu through the maximum levels thereof laid down in regulation no 488 / 2014 . the content of heavy metals , such as cadmium , in phosphate fertilisers should therefore be limited by establishing harmonised limit values that take account of thresholds already in place in some member states , and decadmiation techniques that are viable on an industrial scale . furthermore , impurities in ce marked fertilising products derived from bio - waste , in particular polymers but also metal and glass , should be either prevented or limited to the extent technically feasible by detection of such impurities in separately collected bio - waste before processing .


### certain substances , mixtures and micro - organisms , commonly referred to as plant biostimulants , are not as such nutrients , but nevertheless stimulate plants ' nutrition processes . where such products aim solely at improving the plants ' nutrient use efficiency , tolerance to abiotic stress , or crop quality traits , they are by nature more similar to fertilising products than to most categories of plant protection products . such products should therefore be eligible for ce marking under this regulation and excluded from the scope of regulation no 1107 / 2009 of the european parliament and of the council21 . regulation no 1107 / 2009 should therefore be amended accordingly . __________________ 21 regulation no 1107 / 2009 of the european parliament and of the council of 21 october 2009 concerning the placing of plant protection products on the market and repealing council directives 79 / 117 / eec and 91 / 414 / eec . ### certain substances , micro - organisms and mixtures thereof , commonly referred to as plant biostimulants , are not necessarily nutrients as such , but nevertheless stimulate plants ' general vigour and nutrition processes . where such products aim solely at improving the plants ' nutrient use efficiency , nutrient availability , tolerance to abiotic stress , plant quality traits , or yield they are by nature more similar to fertilising products than to most categories of plant protection products . such products should therefore be eligible for ce marking under this regulation and excluded from the scope of regulation no 1107 / 2009 of the european parliament and of the council21 . regulation no 1107 / 2009 should therefore be amended accordingly . __________________ 21 regulation no 1107 / 2009 of the european parliament and of the council of 21 october 2009 concerning the placing of plant protection products on the market and repealing council directives 79 / 117 / eec and 91 / 414 / eec .


### this amendment strengthens the protection of workers ' health at their workplace . ### this amendment strengthens the protection of workers ' health and safety at their workplace on condition that all the new provisions contained in the revised directive 2004 / 37 / ce are properly implemented by companies and workers . member states should ensure that labour inspectorates have sufficient financial and human means to carry out their duties while helping companies , and in particular smes , to comply with these new provisions and should closely collaborate with the european agency for safety and health at work and dedicate sufficient financial means to support a proper implementation of this revised directive while avoiding any job losses .


### the limit values set out in annex iii to directive 2004 / 37 / ec for vinyl chloride monomer and hardwood dusts should be revised in the light of more recent scientific data . ### the limit values set out in annex iii to directive 2004 / 37 / ec for vinyl chloride monomer and hardwood dusts should be revised in the light of more recent scientific data and the distinction between hardwood dust and softwood dust should be removed as recommended by the scientific committee on occupational exposure limits which concludes in its risk assessment for wood dust that given the currently available data and with a view to protecting the health of workers , all in all it does not seem pertinent to distinguish between softwood and hardwood dusts .


### “directive 2004 / 37 / ec of the european parliament and of the council of 29 april 2004 on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to carcinogens or mutagens at work of council directive 89 / 391 / eec ) ” ### - 1 . the title is replaced by the following : “directive 2004 / 37 / ec of the european parliament and of the council of 29 april 2004 on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to carcinogens , mutagens or reprotoxics at work of council directive 89 / 391 / eec ) ”


### this amendment strengthens the protection of workers ' health at their workplace . ### the aim of the amendment of directive 2004 / 37 / ec is to improve and strengthen the protection of workers ' health and safety at their workplace , via the reinforcement of appropriate means of control . it also increases the effectiveness and clarity of the relevant union law and ensures a level - playing field .


### proposals shall be systematically screened to identify those actions raising complex or serious ethics issues and submit them to an ethics assessment . ethics screenings and assessments shall be carried out by the commission with the support of experts on defence ethics . the commission shall ensure the transparency of the ethics procedures as much as possible . ### proposals shall be systematically screened to identify those actions raising complex or serious ethics issues and submit them to an ethics assessment . ethics screenings and assessments shall be carried out by the commission with the support of defence experts on defence ethics . all experts shall be required to be validated by the member state that has issued their security clearance . the appropriate security clearance shall be required before appointment . the commission shall ensure the transparency of the ethics procedures as much as possible .


### where appropriate , indirect eligible costs beyond the flat rate of 25 % may be determined in accordance with the beneficiary ' s usual cost accounting practices on the basis of actual indirect costs provided that these cost accounting practices are accepted by national authorities under comparable funding schemes in accordance with article [ 185 ] of the financial regulation and communicated to the commission . ### indirect eligible costs beyond the flat rate of 25% may be determined in accordance with the beneficiary ' s usual cost accounting practices on the basis of actual indirect costs provided that these cost accounting practices are accepted by national authorities under comparable funding schemes in accordance with article [ 185 ] of the financial regulation and communicated to the commission .


### where appropriate , indirect eligible costs beyond the flat rate of 25 % may be determined in accordance with the beneficiary ' s usual cost accounting practices on the basis of actual indirect costs provided that these cost accounting practices are accepted by national authorities under comparable funding schemes in accordance with article [ 185 ] of the financial regulation and communicated to the commission . ### as an alternative , indirect eligible costs beyond the flat rate of 25% may be determined in accordance with the beneficiary ' s usual cost accounting practices on the basis of actual indirect costs provided that these cost accounting practices are accepted by national authorities under comparable funding schemes in accordance with article [ 185 ] of the financial regulation and communicated to the commission .


### the general objective of the fund is to foster the competitiveness , efficiency and innovation capacity of the european defence industry , by supporting collaborative actions and cross - border cooperation between legal entities throughout the union , including smes and mid - caps as well as fostering the better exploitation of the industrial potential of innovation , research and technological development , at each stage of the industrial life cycle , thus contributing to the union strategic autonomy . the fund should also contribute to the freedom of action of the union and its autonomy , in particular in technological and industrial terms . ### the general objective of the fund is to foster the competitiveness , efficiency and innovation capacity of the industrial and technological base of the european defence sector , by supporting collaborative actions and cross - border cooperation between legal entities throughout the union , including smes and mid - caps as well as fostering the better exploitation of the industrial potential of innovation , research and technological development , at each stage of the life cycle of a defence product or service , thus contributing to the union strategic autonomy . the fund should also contribute to the freedom of action of the union , and its autonomy , in particular in technological and industrial terms .


### independent experts shall be union ' s citizens identified and selected on the basis of calls for expressions of interest addressed to relevant organisations such as ministries of defence and subordinated agencies , research institutes , universities , business associations or enterprises of the defence sector with a view to establishing a list of experts . by derogation from article [ 237 ] of the financial regulation , this list shall not be made public . ### independent experts shall be identified on the basis of excellence based on calls for expressions of interest addressed to relevant organisations such as ministries of defence and subordinated agencies , research institutes , universities , business associations or enterprises of the defence sector with a view to establishing a list of experts . by derogation from article [ 237 ] of the financial regulation , this list shall not be made public .


### support collaborative research projects that could significantly boost the performance of future capabilities , aiming at maximising innovation and introducing new defence products and technologies , including disruptive ones ; ### support collaborative research projects that could significantly boost the performance of future defence and defence industrial capabilities , aiming at maximising innovation and introducing new defence products and technologies , including disruptive ones ;


### where reference is made to this paragraph , article 5 of regulation no 182 / 2011 shall apply . ### where reference is made to this paragraph , article 5 of regulation no 182 / 2011 shall apply . where the committee delivers no opinion , the commission shall not adopt the draft implementing act and the third sub - paragraph of article 5 of regulation no 182 / 2011 shall apply .


### the smartness indicator shall cover flexibility features , enhanced functionalities and capabilities resulting from more interconnected and built - in intelligent devices being integrated into the conventional technical building systems . the features shall enhance the ability of occupants and the building itself to react to comfort or operational requirements , take part in demand response and contribute to the optimum , smooth and safe operation of the various energy systems and district infrastructures to which the building is connected . ; ### the smartness indicator shall cover flexibility features , enhanced functionalities and capabilities resulting from more interconnected and built - in intelligent devices being integrated into the conventional technical building systems . the features shall enhance the ability of occupants and the building itself to react to indoor air quality and thermal comfort and operational requirements , take part in demand response and contribute to the optimum , smooth , healthy and safe operation of the various energy systems and district infrastructures to which the building is connected . ;


### member states shall ensure that , when a technical building system is installed , replaced or upgraded , the overall energy performance of the complete altered system is assessed , documented it and passed on to the building owner , so that it remains available for the verification of compliance with the minimum requirements set pursuant to paragraph 1 and the issue of energy performance certificates . member states shall ensure that this information is included in the national energy performance certificate database referred to in article 18 . ### member states shall ensure that , when a technical building system is installed , replaced or upgraded , the overall energy performance of the complete altered system is assessed , documented it and passed on to the building owner , so that it remains available for the verification of compliance with the minimum requirements set pursuant to paragraph 1 and the issue of energy performance certificates . member states shall ensure that this information is included in the national energy performance certificate database referred to in article 18 when the energy certificate is issued .


### in order to adapt this directive to the technical progress , the power to adopt acts in accordance with article 290 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union should be delegated to the commission to supplement it by defining the smartness indicator and enabling its implementation . the smartness indicator should be used to measure buildings’ capacity to use ict and electronic systems to optimise operation and interact with the grid . the smartness indicator will raise awareness amongst building owners and occupants of the value behind building automation and electronic monitoring of technical building systems and will give confidence to the occupant about the actual savings of these new enhanced - functionalities . ### in order to adapt this directive to the technical progress , the power to adopt acts in accordance with article 290 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union should be delegated to the commission to supplement it by defining the smartness indicator and enabling its implementation . the smartness indicator should be used to measure buildings’ capacity to use ict and electronic systems to optimise operation , particularly the supply and use of energy , and interact with the grid . the smartness indicator will raise awareness amongst building owners and occupants of the value behind building automation and electronic monitoring of technical building systems and will give confidence to the occupant about the actual savings of these new enhanced - functionalities .


### with effective control functionalities to ensure optimum generation , distribution and use of energy . ; ### with effective control functionalities to ensure optimum generation , distribution , storage and use of energy , including individual room temperature and dynamic hydraulic balancing functionalities .


### ‘ 1 . member states shall lay down the necessary measures to establish a regular inspection of the accessible parts of systems used for heating buildings , such as the heat generator , control system and circulation pump for non - residential buildings with total primary energy use of over 250mwh and for residential buildings with a centralised technical building system of a cumulated effective rated output of over 100 kw . that inspection shall include an assessment of the boiler efficiency and the boiler sizing compared with the heating requirements of the building . the assessment of the boiler sizing does not have to be repeated as long as no changes were made to the heating system or as regards the heating requirements of the building in the meantime . ’ ; ### ‘ 1 . member states shall lay down the necessary measures to establish a regular inspection of the accessible parts of systems used for heating buildings , such as the heat generator , control system and circulation pump for non - residential buildings with total primary energy use of over 250mwh and for residential buildings with a technical building system of a cumulated effective rated output for space heating purposes of over 70 kw . that inspection shall include an assessment of the heat generator efficiency and the heat generator sizing compared with the heating requirements of the building . the assessment of the heat generator sizing does not have to be repeated as long as no changes were made to the heating system or as regards the heating requirements of the building in the meantime . ’ ;


### member states shall lay down the necessary measures to establish a regular inspection of the accessible parts of air - conditioning systems for non - residential buildings with total primary energy use of over 250mwh and for residential buildings with a centralised technical building system of a cumulated effective rated output of over 100 kw . the inspection shall include an assessment of the air - conditioning efficiency and the sizing compared to the cooling requirements of the building . the assessment of the sizing does not have to be repeated as long as no changes were made to this air - conditioning system or as regards the cooling requirements of the building in the meantime . ; ### member states shall lay down the necessary measures to establish a regular inspection of the accessible parts of air - conditioning and ventilation systems for non - residential buildings with total primary energy use of over 250mwh and for residential buildings with a technical building system of a cumulated effective rated output for air - conditioning and ventilation of over 12kw . the inspection shall include an assessment of the air - conditioning and ventilation efficiency and the sizing compared to the cooling requirements of the building . the assessment of the sizing does not have to be repeated as long as no changes were made to this air - conditioning or ventilation system or as regards the cooling requirements of the building in the meantime . ;


### the commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 23 supplementing this directive with a definition of ‘ smartness indicator’ and with the conditions under which the ‘ smartness indicator’ would be provided as additional information to prospective new tenants or buyers . ### the commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 23 supplementing this directive with a definition of voluntary ‘ smartness indicator’ and with the conditions under which the ‘ smartness indicator’ would be provided as a voluntary additional information to prospective new tenants or buyers .


### member states shall describe their national calculation methodology following the national annex framework of related european standards developed under mandate m / 480 given by the european commission to the european committee for standardisation . ; ### within two years after the approval by formal vote in cen , member states shall implement and apply the epb standards in the national calculation methodology following the national annex framework of related european standards developed under mandate m / 480 given by the european commission to the european committee for standardisation .


### primary energy factors shall discount the share of renewable energy in energy carriers so that calculations equally treat : the energy from renewable source that is generated on - site , and the energy from renewable energy sources supplied through the energy carrier . ’ ; ### the calculation by the member states shall take into account renewable energy both with regard to the energy that is generated and used on - site , and with regard to the energy supplied through the energy carrier . ’


### the commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 23 supplementing this directive with a definition of ‘ smartness indicator’ and with the conditions under which the ‘ smartness indicator’ would be provided as additional information to prospective new tenants or buyers . ### the commission may issue guidelines for a definition of ‘ smartness indicator’ and with the conditions under which the ‘ smartness indicator’ would be provided as additional information to prospective new tenants or buyers , which may subsequently provide the basis for a voluntary national scheme .


### the union is committed to developing a secure , competitive and decarbonised energy system by 205012 . to meet this goal , member states and investors need milestones to ensure that buildings are decarbonised by 2050 . in order to ensure this decarbonised building stock by 2050 , member states should identify the intermediary steps to achieving the mid - term and long - term objectives . __________________ 12 communication on an energy roadmap 2050 , 885 final ) . ### the union is committed to developing a secure , competitive and decarbonised energy system by 205012 . to meet this goal , member states and investors need milestones to ensure that buildings are decarbonised by 2050 . in order to ensure this decarbonised building stock by 2050 , member states should identify the intermediary steps to achieving the short - term , mid - term and long - term objectives . __________________ 12 communication on an energy roadmap 2050 , 885 final ) .


### access to financing is easier when good - quality information is available . public buildings with a total useful floor area over 250 m² should therefore be required to disclose their actual energy consumption . ### access to financing is easier when good - quality information is available . public buildings that are owned by the state , region or municipality or privately owned for public use , with a total useful floor area over 250 m² should therefore be required to disclose their actual energy consumption .


### member states shall ensure that newly built residential buildings and those undergoing major renovations , with more than ten parking spaces , include the pre - cabling to enable the installation of recharging points for electric vehicles for every parking space . ### member states shall ensure that new residential buildings and those undergoing major renovations , insofar as the renovation includes the electric infrastructure or the car park , with more than ten parking spaces inside or physically adjacent to the building , include the appropriate pre - cabling or pre - ducting to enable the installation of recharging points for electric vehicles in line with best available technology for every parking space .


### member states shall ensure that newly built residential buildings and those undergoing major renovations , with more than ten parking spaces , include the pre - cabling to enable the installation of recharging points for electric vehicles for every parking space . ### member states shall ensure that newly built residential buildings and those undergoing major renovations related to the electrical infrastructure of the building or the adjacent or built - in parking lot , with more than ten parking spaces , include the pre - tubing to enable the installation of recharging points for electric vehicles , and designated priority parking areas for persons with reduced mobility as well as for sustainable , collective and soft transport solutions such as electric scooters , car - sharing and bikes .


### member states shall ensure that newly built residential buildings and those undergoing major renovations , with more than ten parking spaces , include the pre - cabling to enable the installation of recharging points for electric vehicles for every parking space . ### member states shall ensure that newly built residential buildings and those undergoing major renovations , with more than twenty parking spaces , include the pre - cabling or pre - tubing to enable the installation of recharging points for electric vehicles for every parking space .


### member states shall ensure that newly built residential buildings and those undergoing major renovations , with more than ten parking spaces , include the pre - cabling to enable the installation of recharging points for electric vehicles for every parking space . ### member states shall ensure that new residential buildings and those undergoing major renovations related to the electrical infrastructure of the building or the parking lot , with more than ten parking spaces , include the adequate pre - cabling or pre - tubing , in order to enable installation of a recharging point within the meaning of directive 2014 / 94 / eu on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure , with the power of at least 7kw on for every parking space .


### primary energy factors shall discount the share of renewable energy in energy carriers so that calculations equally treat : the energy from renewable source that is generated on - site , and the energy from renewable energy sources supplied through the energy carrier . ’ ; ### primary energy factors or weighting factors shall be defined by member states . they shall equally take into account the share of renewable energy both with regard to the energy that is generated and used on - site , and with regard to the energy supplied through the energy carrier . ’ ;


### the first paragraph consists of article 4 of the directive 2012 / 27 / eu on energy efficiency16 , other than its last subparagraph ; ### the following paragraph 1 is inserted : ' 1 . member states shall establish a long - term strategy for mobilising investment in the renovation of the national stock of residential and commercial buildings , both public and private . this strategy shall encompass : an overview of the national building stock based , as appropriate , on statistical sampling ; identification of cost - effective approaches and actions to stimulate technology neutral renovations relevant to the building type and climatic zone , considering relevant trigger points in the life - cycle of the building ; policies and actions to stimulate cost - effective deep renovations of buildings , including staged deep renovations ; policies and actions to target the worst performing segments of the national building stock , households subject to energy poverty and households subject to split - incentives as well as multi - family dwellings facing challenges to conduct renovations ; policies and actions to target all public buildings , including social housing ; an overview of national initiatives to promote skills and education in the construction and energy efficiency sectors ; a forward - looking perspective to guide investment decisions of individuals , the construction industry , public institutions including municipalities , and financial institutions ; an evidence - based estimate of expected energy savings and wider benefits , including non - economic benefits such as health . ’


### primary energy factors shall discount the share of renewable energy in energy carriers so that calculations equally treat : the energy from renewable source that is generated on - site , and the energy from renewable energy sources supplied through the energy carrier . ’ ; ### as complement to the numeric indicator of primary energy use , the share of primary energy from renewable energy source that is generated on - site , or supplied through the energy carrier shall be reflected . ’ ;


### as an alternative to paragraph 1 member states may set requirements to ensure that residential buildings with centralised technical building systems of a cumulated effective rated output of over 100 kw are equipped : ### member states may set requirements to ensure that residential buildings with technical building systems of a cumulated effective rated output for space heating purposes of over 70 kw are equipped :


### continuously monitoring , analysing and adjusting energy usage ; ### continuously monitoring , analysing and adjusting energy usage as well as ventilation and / or other elements linked to good indoor air quality ;


### ‘ technical building system’ means technical equipment for space heating , space cooling , ventilation , domestic hot water , built - in lighting , building automation and control , on - site electricity generation , on - site infrastructure for electro - mobility , or a combination of such systems , including those using energy from renewable sources , of a building or building unit ; ; ### ‘ technical building system’ means technical equipment for space heating , space cooling , ventilation , domestic hot water , built - in lighting , reuse rainwater system , electricity production , measurement , monitoring and control systems , building automation and control , on - site electricity generation , on - site infrastructure for electro - mobility and energy storage , or a combination of such systems , including those using energy from renewable sources , of a building or building unit ; ;


### member states shall lay down the necessary measures to establish a regular inspection of the accessible parts of air - conditioning systems for non - residential buildings with total primary energy use of over 250mwh and for residential buildings with a centralised technical building system of a cumulated effective rated output of over 100 kw . the inspection shall include an assessment of the air - conditioning efficiency and the sizing compared to the cooling requirements of the building . the assessment of the sizing does not have to be repeated as long as no changes were made to this air - conditioning system or as regards the cooling requirements of the building in the meantime . ; ### member states shall lay down the necessary measures to establish a regular inspection of the accessible parts of air - conditioning and ventilation systems for non - residential buildings with total primary energy use of over 250mwh and for residential buildings with a technical building system of a cumulated effective rated output for air - conditioning and ventilation of over 12kw . the inspection shall include an assessment of the air - conditioning and ventilation efficiency and the sizing compared to the cooling requirements of the building . the assessment of the sizing does not have to be repeated as long as no changes were made to this air - conditioning or ventilation system or as regards the cooling requirements of the building in the meantime . ;


### ‘ 1 . member states shall lay down the necessary measures to establish a regular inspection of the accessible parts of systems used for heating buildings , such as the heat generator , control system and circulation pump for non - residential buildings with total primary energy use of over 250mwh and for residential buildings with a centralised technical building system of a cumulated effective rated output of over 100 kw . that inspection shall include an assessment of the boiler efficiency and the boiler sizing compared with the heating requirements of the building . the assessment of the boiler sizing does not have to be repeated as long as no changes were made to the heating system or as regards the heating requirements of the building in the meantime . ’ ; ### ‘ 1 . member states shall lay down the necessary measures to establish a regular inspection of the accessible parts of systems used for heating buildings , such as the heat generator , control system and circulation pump for non - residential buildings with total primary energy use of over 250mwh and for residential buildings with a technical building system of a cumulated effective rated output for space heating purposes of over 70 kw . that inspection shall include an assessment of the heat generator efficiency and the heat generator sizing compared with the heating requirements of the building . the assessment of the heat generator sizing does not have to be repeated as long as no changes were made to the heating system or as regards the heating requirements of the building in the meantime . ’ ;


### as an alternative to paragraph 1 member states may set requirements to ensure that residential buildings with centralised technical building systems of a cumulated effective rated output of over 100 kw ### as an alternative to paragraph 1 member states may set requirements to ensure that residential buildings with centralised cooling systems of a cumulated effective rated output of over 100 kw


### the first paragraph consists of article 4 of the directive 2012 / 27 / eu on energy efficiency16 , other than its last subparagraph ; __________________ 16 oj l 315 , 14 . 11 . 2012 , p . 13 ### the following paragraph is inserted : ‘ 1 . each member state shall establish a long - term renovation strategy for the transformation of the national stock of residential and commercial buildings , both public and private , to a highly energy efficient building stock by 2050 . the strategies shall include specific measures for mobilising investment for the purposes of achieving the 2050 renovation goal . the strategies shall encompass : a structured overview of the national building stock based , as appropriate , on statistical sampling and / or building - related databases ; identification of cost - effective , technology neutral approaches to energy renovation relevant to the building type and climatic zones ; policies and measures , including the introduction of building renovation passports , to stimulate cost - effective energy renovations of buildings , including staged deep energy renovations ; a forward - looking perspective to guide investment decisions of individuals , the construction industry and financial institutions ; an evidence - based estimate of expected energy savings and wider benefits including non - economic benefits that will arise from the implementation of the strategies ; an action plan , with milestones and enforcement procedures . these long - term renovation strategies shall be built with structured , permanent stakeholder platforms , whose expertise , opinions and expectations will be taken into account by the member states ; initiatives looking at skills and education related to the deployment of smart and connected technologies in buildings , and policies and actions aiming to accelerate the technological transition towards smart and connected buildings notably by facilitating the deployment of monitoring technologies . ’


### member states shall lay down the necessary measures to establish a regular inspection of the accessible parts of systems used for heating buildings , such as the heat generator , control system and circulation pump for non - residential buildings with total primary energy use of over 250mwh and for residential buildings with a centralised technical building system of a cumulated effective rated output of over 100 kw . that inspection shall include an assessment of the boiler efficiency and the boiler sizing compared with the heating requirements of the building . the assessment of the boiler sizing does not have to be repeated as long as no changes were made to the heating system or as regards the heating requirements of the building in the meantime ; ### member states shall lay down the necessary measures to establish a regular inspection of the accessible parts of the heat generator for non - residential buildings with total primary energy use of over 250mwh and for residential buildings with a heat generator of a cumulated effective rated output of over 100 kw . that inspection shall include an assessment of the heat generator efficiency and the heat generator sizing compared with the heating requirements of the building , of the effectiveness of individually controlling the room temperature in each room and of hydronic balancing of the heating system . the assessment of the heat generator sizing and the hydronic balancing does not have to be repeated as long as no changes were made to the heating system or as regards the heating requirements of the building in the meantime ;


### ‘ 6 . member states shall link their financial measures for energy efficiency improvements in the renovation of buildings to the energy savings achieved due to such renovation . these savings shall be determined by comparing energy performance certificates issued before and after renovation . ’ ; ### ‘ 6 . member states shall link their financial measures for energy efficiency improvements in the renovation of buildings to the energy savings to be achieved due to such renovation . ’


### member states shall describe their national calculation methodology following the national annex framework of related european standards developed under mandate m / 480 given by the european commission to the european committee for standardisation . ; ### within two years after the approval by formal vote in cen , member states shall implement and apply the epb standards in the national calculation methodology following the national annex framework of related european standards developed under mandate m / 480 given by the european commission to the european committee for standardisation .


### member states shall lay down the necessary measures to establish a regular inspection of the accessible parts of air - conditioning systems for non - residential buildings with total primary energy use of over 250mwh and for residential buildings with a centralised technical building system of a cumulated effective rated output of over 100 kw . the inspection shall include an assessment of the air - conditioning efficiency and the sizing compared to the cooling requirements of the building . the assessment of the sizing does not have to be repeated as long as no changes were made to this air - conditioning system or as regards the cooling requirements of the building in the meantime . ; ### member states shall lay down the necessary measures to establish a regular inspection or maintenance of the accessible parts of air - conditioning systems for non - residential buildings with total primary energy use of over 250mwh and for residential buildings with a centralised technical building system of a cumulated effective rated output of over 100 kw . the inspection shall include an assessment of the air - conditioning efficiency and the sizing compared to the cooling requirements of the building . the assessment of the sizing does not have to be repeated as long as no changes were made to this air - conditioning system or as regards the cooling requirements of the building in the meantime . ;


### the energy performance of a building shall be expressed by a numeric indicator of primary energy use in kwh / , harmonised for the purpose of both energy performance certification and compliance with minimum energy performance requirements . the energy performance and the methodology applied for its determination shall be transparent and open to innovation . ### the energy performance of a building shall be expressed by a numeric indicator of primary energy use in kwh / , for the purpose of both energy performance certification and compliance with minimum energy performance requirements . the methodology applied for its determination shall be transparent and open to innovation .


### member states shall ensure that , when a technical building system is installed , replaced or upgraded , the overall energy performance of the complete altered system is assessed , documented it and passed on to the building owner , so that it remains available for the verification of compliance with the minimum requirements set pursuant to paragraph 1 and the issue of energy performance certificates . member states shall ensure that this information is included in the national energy performance certificate database referred to in article 18 . ### member states shall ensure that , when a technical building system is installed , replaced or upgraded , the overall energy and , where relevant , indoor air quality performance of the complete altered system is assessed , documented it and passed on to the building owner , so that it remains available for the verification of compliance with the minimum requirements set pursuant to paragraph 1 and the issue of energy performance certificates . member states shall ensure that this information is included in the national energy performance certificate database referred to in article 18 .


### when member states put in place a database for registering epcs it shall allow tracking the actual energy consumption of the buildings covered , regardless of their size and category . the database shall contain the actual energy consumption data of buildings frequently visited by the public with useful floor area of over 250 m² which shall be regularly updated . ### when member states put in place a database for registering epcs it shall allow tracking the actual energy consumption of the buildings covered , regardless of their size and category . the database shall contain the actual energy consumption data of public buildings with useful floor area of over 250 m² and buildings frequently visited by the public with useful floor area of over 250 m² which shall be regularly updated .


### technical building system means technical equipment for space heating , space cooling , ventilation , domestic hot water , built - in lighting , building automation and control , on - site electricity generation , on - site infrastructure for electro - mobility , or a combination of such systems , including those using energy from renewable sources , of a building or building unit ; ### technical building system means technical equipment , for space heating , space cooling , indoor air quality , ventilation , water systems , domestic hot water , built - in lighting , building automation and control including energy management , on - site electricity generation , on - site infrastructure for electro - mobility , or a combination of such systems , including those using energy from renewable sources , of a building or building unit ;


### the current independent control systems for epcs should be strengthened to ensure certificates are of good quality , can be used for compliance checking and for producing statistics on the regional / national building stocks . high - quality data on the building stock is needed and this could be partially generated by the registers and databases that almost all member states are currently developing and managing for epcs . ### the current independent control systems for epcs should be strengthened to ensure certificates are of good quality , can be used for compliance checking and for producing harmonised statistics on the local , regional and national building stocks . high - quality data on the building stock is needed and this could be partially generated by the registers and databases that almost all member states are currently developing and managing for epcs .


### primary energy factors shall discount the share of renewable energy in energy carriers so that calculations equally treat : the energy from renewable source that is generated on - site , and the energy from renewable energy sources supplied through the energy carrier . ’ ; ### primary energy factors or weighting factors shall be defined by member states . they shall equally take into account the share of renewable energy both with regard to the energy that is generated and used on - site , and with regard to the energy supplied through the energy carrier . ’ ;


### the current independent control systems for epcs should be strengthened to ensure certificates are of good quality , can be used for compliance checking and for producing statistics on the regional / national building stocks . high - quality data on the building stock is needed and this could be partially generated by the registers and databases that almost all member states are currently developing and managing for epcs . ### the current independent control systems for epcs should be strengthened to ensure certificates are of good quality , can be used for compliance checking and for producing harmonised statistics on the local / regional / national building stocks . high - quality data on the building stock is needed and this could be partially generated by the registers and databases that almost all member states are currently developing and managing for epcs .


### the impact assessment identified two existing sets of provisions , whose aim could be achieved in a more efficient manner compared to the current situation . first the obligation , before any construction starts , to carry out a feasibility study on highly - efficiency alternative systems becomes an unnecessary burden . second , provisions related to inspections of heating systems and air - conditioning systems were found to not sufficiently ensure , in an efficient manner , the initial and maintained performance of these technical systems . even cheap technical solutions with very short payback periods , such as hydraulic balancing of the heating system and installation / replacement of thermostatic control valves , are insufficiently considered today . provisions related to inspections are amended to ensure a better result from inspections . ### the impact assessment identified two existing sets of provisions , whose aim could be achieved in a more efficient manner compared to the current situation . first the obligation , before any construction starts , to carry out a feasibility study on highly - efficiency alternative systems becomes an unnecessary burden . second , provisions related to inspections of heating systems and air - conditioning systems were found to not sufficiently ensure , in an efficient manner , the initial and maintained performance of these technical systems . even cheap technical solutions with very short payback periods , such as hydraulic balancing of the heating system and installation / replacement of thermostatic control valves , are insufficiently considered today . provisions related to inspections are amended to ensure a better result from inspections . account should be taken of factors such as the initial design of the building and its orientation in order to set a higher starting point for energy efficiency that could produce savings in terms of other improvements , systems , envelopes or lighting . there is also a need to develop the implementation of monitoring systems to obtain real - time data so that systems can be constantly optimised .


### member states may decide not to set or apply the requirements referred to in paragraphs 2 and 3 to public buildings which are already covered by directive 2014 / 94 / eu . ### member states may decide not to set or apply the requirements referred to in paragraphs 2 and 3 to public buildings which are already covered by directive 2014 / 94 / eu or to buildings located in the outermost regions .


### ‘ 1 . member states shall lay down the necessary measures to establish a regular inspection of the accessible parts of systems used for heating buildings , such as the heat generator , control system and circulation pump for non - residential buildings with total primary energy use of over 250 mwh and for residential buildings with a centralised technical building system of a cumulated effective rated output of over 100 kw . that inspection shall include an assessment of the boiler efficiency and the boiler sizing compared with the heating requirements of the building . the assessment of the boiler sizing does not have to be repeated as long as no changes were made to the heating system or as regards the heating requirements of the building in the meantime . ’ ; ### ‘ 1 . member states shall lay down the necessary measures to establish a regular inspection of the accessible parts of systems used for heating buildings , such as the heat generator , control system and circulation pump for non - residential buildings with total primary energy use of over 250 mwh and for residential buildings with a centralised technical building system of a cumulated effective rated output of over 20 kw . that inspection shall include an assessment of the heat generator efficiency and the heat generator sizing compared with the heating requirements of the building . the assessment of the heat generator sizing does not have to be repeated as long as no changes were made to the heating system or as regards the heating requirements of the building in the meantime . ’ ;


### as an alternative to paragraph 1 member states may set requirements to ensure that residential buildings with centralised technical building systems of a cumulated effective rated output of over 100 kw are equipped : ### member states may set requirements to ensure that residential buildings with technical building systems of a cumulated effective rated output for space heating purposes of over 70 kw are equipped :


### ‘ in their long - term renovation strategy referred to in paragraph 1 , member states shall set out a roadmap with clear milestones and measures to deliver on the long - term 2050 goal to decarbonise their national building stock , with specific milestones for 2030 . ### ‘ in their long - term renovation strategy referred to in paragraph 1 , member states shall set out a roadmap with clear milestones and measures to deliver on the long - term 2050 goal to decarbonise their national building stock , with specific milestones for 2030 and 2040 . this roadmap shall include intermediary measures every five years to ensure the uptake of all the equipment of technical building systems listed in article 2 , paragraph 3 , and article 8 .


### the union is committed to a sustainable , competitive , secure and decarbonised energy system . the energy union and the energy and climate policy framework for 2030 establish ambitious union commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions further , to increase the proportion of renewable energy consumed and to make energy savings of at least 27&#160 ; % , reviewing this level having in mind an union level of 30&#160 ; %10 , and to improve europe ' s energy security , competitiveness and sustainability . __________________ 10 euco 169 / 14 , co eur 13 , concl 5 , brussels 24 october 2014 . ### it is generally accepted that the european growth model must be fully in line with the conservation of natural resources and protection of the environment . the union is committed to a sustainable , competitive , secure and decarbonised energy system . the energy union and the energy and climate policy framework for 2030 establish ambitious union commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions further , to increase the proportion of renewable energy consumed and to make energy savings of at least 27&#160 ; % , reviewing this level having in mind an union level of 30&#160 ; %10 , and to improve europe ' s energy security , competitiveness and sustainability . __________________ 10 euco 169 / 14 , co eur 13 , concl 5 , brussels 24 october 2014 .


### the smartness indicator shall cover flexibility features , enhanced functionalities and capabilities resulting from more interconnected and built - in intelligent devices being integrated into the conventional technical building systems . the features shall enhance the ability of occupants and the building itself to react to comfort or operational requirements , take part in demand response and contribute to the optimum , smooth and safe operation of the various energy systems and district infrastructures to which the building is connected . ; ### the smartness indicator shall cover flexibility features , enhanced functionalities and capabilities resulting from more interconnected and built - in intelligent devices being integrated into the conventional technical building systems . the features shall enhance the ability of occupants and the building itself to react to indoor air quality and thermal comfort or operational requirements , take part in demand response and contribute to the optimum , smooth , healthy and safe operation of the various energy systems and district infrastructures to which the building is connected . ;


### innovation and new technology also make it possible for buildings to support the overall decarbonisation of the economy . for example , buildings can leverage the development of the infrastructure necessary for the smart charging of electric vehicles also provide a basis for member states , if they choose to , to use car batteries as a source of power . to reflect this aim , the definition of technical building systems should be extended . ### innovation and new technology also make it possible for buildings to support the overall decarbonisation of the economy . for example , buildings can leverage the development of the infrastructure necessary for the smart charging of electric vehicles also provide a basis for member states , if they choose to , to use car batteries as a source of power . water can equally be a source of energy in buildings . heat recovery systems can for instance allow the production of heat on the basis of wastewater . to reflect this aim , the definition of technical building systems should be extended .


### the union is committed to a sustainable , competitive , secure and decarbonised energy system . the energy union and the energy and climate policy framework for 2030 establish ambitious union commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions further , to increase the proportion of renewable energy consumed and to make energy savings of at least 27 % , reviewing this level having in mind an union level of 30 %10 , and to improve europe ' s energy security , competitiveness and sustainability . __________________ 10 euco 169 / 14 , co eur 13 , concl 5 , brussels 24 october 2014 . ### the union is committed to a sustainable , competitive , secure and decarbonised energy system . the energy union and the energy and climate policy framework for 2030 establish ambitious union commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions further , to increase the proportion of renewable energy consumed and to make energy savings of at least 27 % , reviewing this level having in mind an union level of 30 %10 , and to improve europe ' s energy security , competitiveness , affordability and sustainability . __________________ 10 euco 169 / 14 , co eur 13 , concl 5 , brussels 24 october 2014 .


### member states shall lay down the necessary measures to establish a regular inspection of the accessible parts of air - conditioning systems for non - residential buildings with total primary energy use of over 250mwh and for residential buildings with a centralised technical building system of a cumulated effective rated output of over 100 kw . the inspection shall include an assessment of the air - conditioning efficiency and the sizing compared to the cooling requirements of the building . the assessment of the sizing does not have to be repeated as long as no changes were made to this air - conditioning system or as regards the cooling requirements of the building in the meantime . ; ### member states shall lay down the necessary measures to establish a regular inspection of the accessible parts of air - conditioning and ventilation systems for non - residential buildings with total primary energy use of over 250mwh and for residential buildings with a technical building system of a cumulated effective rated output for air - conditioning and ventilation of over 12kw . the inspection shall include an assessment of the air - conditioning and ventilation efficiency and the sizing compared to the cooling requirements of the building . the assessment of the sizing does not have to be repeated as long as no changes were made to this air - conditioning or ventilation system or as regards the cooling requirements of the building in the meantime . ;


### a european cinema operators ' network , screening a significant proportion of non - national european films ; ### a european cinema operators ' network , screening a significant proportion of non - national european films , contributing to reinforce cinema theatres as a destination for movies in the value chain and highlighting public screenings as a social experience ;


### to promote societal resilience and social inclusion through culture and cultural heritage ; ### to promote social inclusion and cultural exchange through culture and cultural heritage ;


### to contribute to the union ' s global strategy for international relations through cultural diplomacy . ### to contribute to the union ' s global strategy for international relations through cultural diplomacy , including the outermost regions as key players .


### culture , cultural heritage and cultural diversity are of great value to european society from a cultural , environmental , social and economic point of view and should be promoted and supported . the rome declaration of 25 march 2017 as well as the european council in december 2017 stated that education and culture are key to building inclusive and cohesive societies for all , and to sustaining european competitiveness . ### culture , arts , cultural heritage , cultural diversity and the cultural ecosystem as a whole are of great value to european society from a cultural , educational , environmental , social and economic point of view and should be promoted and supported . the rome declaration of 25 march 2017 as well as the european council in december 2017 stated that education and culture are key to building inclusive and cohesive societies for all , and to sustaining european competitiveness .


### one of the greatest challenges of the cultural and creative sectors is their access to finance allowing their activities to grow maintain or increase their competitiveness or internationalise their activities . the policy objectives of this programme should also be addressed through financial instruments and budgetary guarantee under the policy window of the invest eu fund . ### access to finance remains an essential issue for the cultural and creative sector . to support this highly innovation sector , the dedicated guarantee facility for creative industries set up by the regulation no 1295 / 2013 , will be continued under investeu as it is has showed to successfully strengthen the financial capacity and competitiveness of cultural and creative sectors companies .


### to increase the competitiveness of the cultural and creative sectors , in particular the audiovisual sector . ### to increase the innovation , creativity and competitiveness of the cultural and creative sectors


### since its creation , the european union youth orchestra has developed a unique expertise in promoting intercultural dialogue , mutual respect and understanding through culture . the particularity of the european union youth orchestra lies in the fact that it is a european orchestra that transcends cultural boundaries and is composed of young musicians selected in accordance with demanding artistic criteria through a rigorous annual audition process in all member states . therefore , it should be eligible for direct union support . ### since its creation , the european union youth orchestra has developed a unique expertise in promoting intercultural dialogue , mutual respect and understanding through culture . the particularity of the european union youth orchestra lies in the fact that it is a european orchestra that transcends cultural boundaries and is composed of young musicians selected in accordance with demanding artistic criteria through a rigorous annual audition process in all member states . therefore , it should be eligible for direct union support . to secure that support it should increase its visibility , strive to achieve a more balanced representation of musicians from all member states within the orchestra and it should diversify its revenues by actively seeking financial support from sources other than union funding to become more independent from structural support out of eu funds .


### ' cultural and creative sectors ' means all sectors whose activities are based on cultural values or artistic and other individual or collective creative expressions . the activities may include the development , the creation , the production , the dissemination and the preservation of goods and services which embody cultural , artistic or other creative expressions , as well as related functions such as education or management . they will have a potential to generate innovation and jobs in particular from intellectual property . the sectors include architecture , archives , libraries and museums , artistic crafts , audiovisual , tangible and intangible cultural heritage , design , festivals , music , literature , performing arts , books and publishing , radio , and visual arts ; ### ' cultural and creative sectors ' means all sectors whose activities are based on cultural values or artistic and other individual or collective creative expressions and practices , whether those activities are market or non - market oriented . the activities may include the research and development , the creation , the production , the dissemination and the preservation of practices , goods and services which embody cultural , artistic or other creative expressions , as well as related functions such as education or management . they are expected to have a potential to generate innovation and jobs in particular from intellectual property . the sectors include architecture , archives , libraries and museums , artistic crafts , audiovisual , tangible and intangible cultural heritage , design , festivals , music , literature , performing arts , books and publishing , radio , and visual arts ;


### artistic freedom is at the core of vibrant cultural and creative industries , including the news media sector . the programme should promote cross - overs and collaboration between the audiovisual sector and the publishing sector to promote a pluralistic media environment . ### artistic freedom is at the core of vibrant cultural and creative industries , including the news media sector . the programme should promote cross - overs and collaboration between the audiovisual sector and the publishing sector to promote a pluralistic media environment in line with the audiovisual media services directive , which prevents the media from harmful content that could occur in the digital environment .


### the financial envelope for the implementation of the programme for the period 2021 – 2027 shall be eur 1 850 000 000 in current prices . ### the financial envelope for the implementation of the programme for the period 2021 – 2027 shall be eur 2 806 000 000 in constant prices .


### –up to eur 160 000 000 for the activities referred to in article 3 . ### –up to 9 % for the activities referred to in article 3 with at least eur 42 million being allocated to creative europe desks .


### addressing the structural changes faced by the media sector by promoting and monitoring a diverse and pluralistic media environment ; ### addressing the structural changes faced by the media sector by promoting and supporting an independent monitoring for assessing risks to media pluralism and freedom ;


### support to architecture and cultural heritage sectors : targeted actions for the mobility of operators , capacity - building , audience development and internationalization of the cultural heritage and architecture sectors , promotion of baukultur , support to the safeguarding , conservation and enhancement of cultural heritage and its values through awareness - raising , networking and peer - to - peer learning activities ; ### support to the cultural heritage sector including architecture : targeted actions for establishing standards as open , accessible and permanent hubs for their communities , providing research , regenerating life spaces , supporting the mobility of operators , capacity - building and entrepreneurship , supporting sharing of the professional knowledge for artisans and craftsmen and the development of common high quality standards for the sector , audience engagement and internationalization of the cultural heritage support to the safeguarding , conservation and enhancement of cultural heritage and its values at european and international level through awareness - raising , networking , peer - to - peer learning activities and mentoring ;


### the programme should take into account the dual nature of the cultural and creative sectors , recognising , on the one hand , the intrinsic and artistic value of culture and , on the other , the economic value of those sectors , including their broader contribution to growth and competitiveness , creativity and innovation . this requires strong european cultural and creative sectors , in particular a vibrant european audiovisual industry , taking into account its capacity to reach large audiences and its economic importance , including for other creative sectors as well as cultural tourism . however , competition in global audiovisual markets has been further intensified by the deepening digital disruption e . g . changes in media production , consumption and the growing position of global platforms in the distribution of content . therefore , there is a need to step - up the support to the european industry . ### the programme should take into account the multiple nature of the cultural and creative sectors , recognising , on the one hand , the intrinsic and artistic value of culture and , on the other , the social and economic value of those sectors , including their broader contribution to intercultural dialogue , social cohesion , growth and competitiveness , creativity and innovation . this requires strong european cultural and creative sectors , in particular a vibrant european audiovisual industry , taking into account its capacity to reach large audiences and its economic importance , including for other creative sectors as well as cultural tourism . however , competition in global audiovisual markets has been further intensified by the deepening digital disruption e . g . changes in media production , consumption and the growing position of global platforms in the distribution of content . therefore , there is a need to step - up the support to the european industry


### to strengthen european identity and values through cultural awareness , arts education and culture - based creativity in education ; ### to strengthen european identity and values through cultural awareness and expression , critical thinking , arts education and culture - based creativity in formal , non - formal and informal lifelong education , and a wider approach to arts and culture education and artistic research , progressing from a stem to steam paradigm .


### blending operations under this programme shall be implemented in accordance with the [ investeu regulation ] and title x of the financial regulation . ### blending operations under this programme shall be implemented in accordance with the title x of the financial regulation and the [ investeu regulation ] . the dedicated guarantee facility created in creative europe will be continued under the [ investeu regulation ] .


### support to international sales and circulation of non - national european works on all platforms , including through coordinated distribution strategies covering several countries ; ### support to international sales and circulation of non - national european works with measures tailored both for small and large - sized productions on all platforms , including through coordinated distribution strategies covering several countries and subtitling , dubbing and audiodescription ;


### in order to ensure smooth implementation of the programme , the costs incurred by the beneficiary before the grant application is submitted , in particular costs related to intellectual property rights , may be considered as eligible , provided that they are directly linked to the implementation of the supported actions . ### in order to ensure the continuity of funding support provided under the programme and cover the increasing funding gaps experienced by beneficiaries , the costs incurred by the beneficiary before the grant application is submitted , in particular costs related to intellectual property rights , shall be considered as eligible , provided that they are directly linked to the implementation of the supported actions .


### to increase the competitiveness of the cultural and creative sectors , in particular the audiovisual sector . ### to increase the innovation , creativity and competitiveness of all cultural and creative sectors , in particular the audiovisual sector .


### to enhance the capacity of european cultural and creative sectors to prosper and to generate jobs and growth ; ### to enhance the capacity of european cultural and creative sectors to prosper and to generate jobs and growth and contribute to local and regional development ;


### to be effective , the programme should take into account the specific nature of the different sectors , their different target groups and their particular needs through tailor - made approaches within a strand dedicated to the audiovisual sector , a strand dedicated to the other cultural and creative sectors and a cross - sectoral strand . ### to be effective , the programme should take into account the specific nature of the different sectors , their different target groups and their particular needs through tailor - made approaches within a strand dedicated to the audiovisual sector , a strand dedicated to the other cultural and creative sectors and a cross - sectoral strand . building on pilot projects , preparatory actions and studies , the programme should also implement the sectorial actions listed in the annex of the creative europe proposal , such as the one for the music sector .


### the promotion of european cultural diversity depends on the existence of flourishing and resilient cultural and creative sectors , able to create , produce and distribute their works to a large and diverse european audience . this thereby enlarges their business potential and contributes to sustainable growth and jobs creation . in addition , promotion of creativity contributes to boosting competitiveness and sparkling innovation in the industrial value chains . in spite of recent progress , the european cultural and creative market continues to be fragmented along national and linguistic lines , which do not allow the cultural and creative sectors to fully benefit from the european single market and the digital single market in particular . ### the promotion of european cultural diversity depends on the existence of flourishing and resilient cultural and creative sectors , able to create , produce and distribute their works to a large and diverse european audience . this thereby enlarges their business potential and contributes to sustainable growth and jobs creation . in addition , promotion of creativity contributes to boosting competitiveness and sparkling innovation in the industrial value chains . in spite of recent progress , the european cultural and creative market continues to be fragmented along national and linguistic lines . while respecting the specificity of each market , more can be done to allow the cultural and creative sectors to fully benefit from the european single market and the digital single market in particular .


### the commission communication on a new european agenda for culture15 further sets out the objectives of the union for the cultural and creative sectors . it aims to harness the power of culture and cultural diversity for social cohesion and societal well - being , fostering the cross - border dimension of cultural and creative sectors , supporting their capacity to grow , encouraging culture - based creativity in education and innovation , and for jobs and growth as well as strengthening international cultural relations . creative europe , together with other union programmes , should support the implementation of this new european agenda for culture . this is also in line with the 2005 unesco convention for the protection and promotion of the diversity of cultural expressions , which entered into force on 18 march 2007 and to which the union is a party . __________________ 15 com 267 final . ### the commission communication on a new european agenda for culture15 further sets out the objectives of the union for the cultural and creative sectors . it aims to harness the power of culture and cultural diversity for social cohesion and societal well - being , fostering the cross - border dimension of cultural and creative sectors , supporting their capacity to grow , encouraging culture - based creativity in education and innovation , and for jobs and growth as well as strengthening international cultural relations . creative europe , together with other union programmes , should support the implementation of this new european agenda for culture , while recognising and promoting the intrinsic value of culture . this is also in line with the 2005 unesco convention for the protection and promotion of the diversity of cultural expressions , which entered into force on 18 march 2007 and to which the union is a party . __________________ 15 com 267 final .


### financial support should be used to address market failures or sub - optimal investment situations , in a proportionate manner and actions should not duplicate or crowd out private financing or distort competition in the internal market . actions should have a clear european added value . ### financial support should be used to address market failures or sub - optimal investment situations , in a proportionate manner and actions should not duplicate or crowd out private financing or distort competition in the internal market . actions should have a clear european added value . the programme should avoid building only on competition amongst projects given that competition has limited value in creative and artistic sectors due to its dual character .


### the recipients of union funding shall acknowledge the origin and ensure the visibility of the union funding by providing coherent , effective and proportionate targeted information to multiple audiences , including the media and the public . ### the recipients of union funding shall acknowledge the origin and ensure the visibility of the union funding by providing coherent , effective and proportionate targeted information to multiple audiences , including the media and the public using the name of the programme and , for actions funded under the media strand , the logo of media . the commission shall elaborate a logo for the culture strand .


### enhancing the economic , social and external dimension of european level cooperation to develop and promote european cultural diversity and europe ' s cultural heritage and strengthening the competitiveness of the european cultural and creative sectors and reinforcing international cultural relations ; ### enhancing the economic , social and external dimension of european level cooperation to develop and promote european cultural diversity and europe ' s cultural heritage and strengthening the competitiveness of the european cultural and creative sectors and reinforcing international cultural relations , the visibility of which shall be reinforced by using relevant name and logo ;


### to promote innovative approaches to content creation , access , distribution and promotion across cultural and creative sectors ; ### to promote innovative approaches to artistic content creation and research , access , distribution and promotion across cultural and creative sectors ;