### g. whereas a planted soil and permeable pavements will help water retention and combat urban runoffs better than asphalt and concrete; ### g. whereas a planted soil and permeable pavements and good urban planning will help water retention and combat urban runoffs better than asphalt and concrete;


### i. whereas plants purify the air by filtering out the small particles and producing oxygen; whereas the quality of air in our cities has become one of the biggest health challenges we are faced with in europe today; whereas cleaner air would improve the quality of life of millions of people , including asthma and airways disease sufferers; ### i. whereas plants purify the air by filtering out the small particles and producing oxygen; whereas the quality of air in our cities has become one of the biggest health challenges we are faced with in europe today; whereas cleaner air would improve the quality of life of millions of people , including asthma and airways disease sufferers; whereas 430 ,000 people die prematurely from breathing polluted air every year in the eu , whereas improving air quality must be a priority for the eu , member states , regions and municipalities , in order to protect people and ecosystems from the impact of air pollution;


### j. whereas use of trees and vegetation can reduce noise pollution in urban areas; whereas eu-funded research project hosanna found that natural plant sound shields are better at shielding residents from traffic noise than the straight-sided sound barriers commonly used14; ### j. whereas use of trees and vegetation can reduce noise pollution in urban areas; whereas eu-funded research project hosanna found that natural plant sound shields are better at shielding residents from traffic noise than the straight-sided sound barriers commonly used14 ; whereas biodiversity and nature are negatively impacted by noise pollution and greening cities initiatives should include initiatives to reduce noise pollution;


### m. whereas more parks , greener streets , bus stops covered in vegetation and greener playgrounds amongst other actions increase the attractiveness and comfort of neighbourhoods and cities; whereas they will also improve the social contacts between residents and create a stronger sense of community; ### m. whereas more parks , greener streets , bus stops covered in vegetation and greener playgrounds amongst other actions increase the attractiveness and comfort of neighbourhoods and cities; whereas they will also improve the social contacts between residents and create a stronger sense of community; whereas publicly owned green spaces can bring incalculable benefits to the inhabitants of cities;


### n. whereas greener neighbourhoods have shown to increase the economic value of properties as they make areas more desirable amongst prospective buyers; ### n. whereas greener neighbourhoods have shown to increase the economic value of properties as they make areas more desirable amongst prospective buyers; whereas this can increase the risk of gentrification and social exclusion , and thus requires measures to green cities to be accompanied with strong social protections;


### o. whereas greening the cities can facilitate small-scale food production , which would enable new micro-enterprises to emerge and encourage residents to become active in this field and understand the food chain better; ### o. whereas greening cities can facilitate small-scale food production , which would enable micro-enterprises and community projects to flourish , and encourage residents to become active in this field and understand the food chain better , as well as promote local and shorter food systems;


### 2. calls on the commission to devise a new european strategy for greener cities and green infrastructure to help address the challenges that cities are faced with; ### 2. calls on the commission to devise a new european strategy for greener cities and green infrastructure to help cities play their part in climate change mitigation and adaptation , as well as improving the wellbeing of people living in cities;


### c. encourage citizens to act and improve their own neighbourhoods; ### c. encourage local authorities and citizens to act and improve their own neighbourhoods;


### d. create a culture of appreciation of the green spaces; ### d. create a culture of appreciation of the green spaces and encourage urban development that respects the need for green spaces;


### 7. highlights the importance of promoting and enabling citizen participation in the greening of urban areas through their involvement in the planning and implementation phases as appropriate , in order to achieve sustainable urban planning solutions , to create ownership of relevant actions and to have socially inclusive cities that are attractive to their citizens; considers it important to ensure that there is public awareness on ways in which citizens can contribute to greening their cities; encourages municipalities and regions to support citizen-led green initiatives to the greatest extent possible; ### 7. highlights the importance of promoting and enabling citizen participation in the greening of urban areas through their involvement in the planning and implementation phases as appropriate , in order to achieve sustainable urban planning solutions , to create ownership of relevant actions and to have socially inclusive cities that are attractive to their citizens; considers it important to ensure that there is public awareness on ways in which citizens can contribute to greening their cities; encourages municipalities and regions to support citizen-led green initiatives to the greatest extent possible; urges municipalities and regions to adopt and implement ambitious initiatives to green cities;


### 2. emphasises that the agency is partly financed from the fees it receives from companies that request the registration of chemicals as required under regulation (ec) no 1907/200617 ; notes that the applicable fees depend on the size of the companies and the volume of chemicals registered (different thresholds); notes that , according to the court’s report , since the first registrations in 2009 , some 27 % of the companies claimed to be micro , small or medium size; notes with concern , however , that thanks to the agency’s effective system of ex-post verifications , the agency has identified that some 52 % of the companies had incorrectly declared their size , resulting in lower fees; stresses that this finding demonstrates the limitations of a system that relies excessively on self-declarations made by applicants; notes that , in order to mitigate this situation , the agency has , over the years , invoiced fee corrections and administrative charges amounting to eur 17 ,9 million and that the agency has made considerable progress in recovering undue fee reductions and collecting overdue administrative charges; notes , however , that there is still a considerable verification workload ahead and that the remaining amount of necessary fee corrections was unknown at the end of 2018; furthermore , urges the national enforcement authorities to enhance the verification systems used to check the volumes of chemicals declared by the companies; calls on the agency to report to the discharge authority on its efforts , and on the results achieved , to continue to reduce the considerable verification backlog and to implement the fee corrections; ### 2. emphasises that the agency is partly financed from the fees it receives from companies that request the registration of chemicals as required under regulation (ec) no 1907/200617 ; notes that the applicable fees depend on the size of the companies and the volume of chemicals registered (different thresholds); notes that , according to the court’s report , since the first registrations in 2009 , some 27 % of the companies claimed to be micro , small or medium size; notes with concern , however , that thanks to the agency’s effective system of ex-post verifications , the agency has identified that some 52 % of the companies had incorrectly declared their size , resulting in lower fees; stresses that this finding demonstrates the limitations of a system that relies excessively on self-declarations made by applicants; notes that , in order to mitigate this situation , the agency has , over the years , invoiced fee corrections and administrative charges amounting to eur 17 ,9 million and that the agency has made considerable progress in recovering undue fee reductions and collecting overdue administrative charges; notes , however , that there is still a considerable verification workload ahead and that the remaining amount of necessary fee corrections was unknown at the end of 2018; furthermore , urges the national enforcement authorities to enhance the verification systems used to check the volumes of chemicals declared by the companies; calls on the agency to report to the discharge authority on its efforts , and on the results achieved , to continue to reduce the considerable verification backlog and to implement the fee corrections; calls on the commission to propose measures to solve this situation , avoiding fraud in declaring the size of the applicants and granting a more stable budget planning for the agency;


### 12. stresses that the agency’s clients - pharmaceutical industry companies - pay for the procedure , not for the outcome of the agency’s assessments; understands that , according to the agency , its recommendations are made independently and therefore do not create conflicts of interest; notes with satisfaction that the agency ensures that its scientific committee members and experts , staff and management board members , do not have any financial or other interests in the pharmaceutical industry; ### 12. stresses that the agency’s clients - pharmaceutical industry companies - pay for the procedure , not for the outcome of the agency’s assessments; understands that , according to the agency , its recommendations are made independently and therefore do not create conflicts of interest; notes with satisfaction that the agency ensures that its scientific committee members and experts , staff and management board members , do not have any financial or other interests in the pharmaceutical industry; expresses concerns however about the potential conflict of interest in case of fee-financed agencies , where agencies have to rely on membership fees as their main source of income;


### two years following the individual dates listed in annex iv , the subsequent supply or making available to another party in the union for payment or free of charge of products or equipment lawfully placed on the market prior to the date referred to in the first subparagraph shall be allowed only if evidence is provided that the product or equipment was placed lawfully on the market prior to the date. ### following the individual dates listed in annex iv , the subsequent supply or making available to another party in the union for payment or free of charge of products or equipment lawfully placed on the market prior to the date referred to in the first subparagraph shall be allowed only if evidence is provided that the product or equipment was placed lawfully on the market prior to the date.


### the use of technically feasible and safe alternatives would entail disproportionate costs. ### the use of technically feasible and safe alternatives would entail disproportionate lifetime costs.


### from 1 january 2024 , the use of fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in annex i , with a global warming potential of 2 500 or more , for the servicing or maintenance of refrigeration equipment is prohibited. ### from 1 january 2024 , the use of fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in annex i , with a global warming potential of 2 500 or more , for the servicing or maintenance of refrigeration , air conditioning and heat pump equipment is prohibited.


### this paragraph shall not apply to military equipment or equipment intended for applications designed to cool products to temperatures below - 50 °c. ### deleted


### the prohibition referred to in the first subparagraph shall not apply to the following categories of fluorinated greenhouse gases until 1 january 2030: ### the prohibition referred to in the first subparagraph shall not apply to the following categories of fluorinated greenhouse gases until 1 january 2027:


### supplied directly by a producer or an importer for use in military equipment; ### deleted


### supplied directly by a producer or an importer to an undertaking using it for the etching of semiconductor material or the cleaning of chemicals vapour deposition chambers within the semiconductor manufacturing sector. ### deleted


### the allocation of quotas is subject to the payment of the amount due which equals to three euro for each tonne of co2 equivalent of quota to be allocated. importers and producers shall be notified via the f-gas portal of the total amount due for its calculated maximum quota allocation for the following calendar year and of the deadline for completing the payment. the commission may , by means of implementing acts , determine the modalities and the detailed arrangements for the payment of the amount due. those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in 34(2). ### the allocation of quotas is subject to the payment of the amount due in accordance with annex viiia. importers and producers shall be notified via the f-gas portal of the total amount due for its calculated maximum quota allocation for the following calendar year and of the deadline for completing the payment. the commission may , by means of implementing acts , determine the modalities and the detailed arrangements for the payment of the amount due. those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in 34(2).


### 7. the revenue generated from the quota allocation amount shall constitute external assigned revenue in accordance with article 21(5) of regulation (eu , euratom) no 2018/1046. that revenue shall be assigned to the life programme and to heading 7 of the multiannual financial framework (european public administration) , to cover the costs of external staff working on the management of the quota allocation , it services , and licensing systems for the purpose of implementation of this regulation and for ensuring compliance with the protocol. any revenue remaining after covering these costs shall be entered into the general budget of the union. ### 7. the revenue generated from the quota allocation amount shall constitute external assigned revenue in accordance with article 21(5) of regulation (eu , euratom) no 2018/1046. that revenue shall be assigned to the life programme and to heading 7 of the multiannual financial framework (european public administration):


### 1. refrigeration , air conditioning and heat pump equipment charged with hydrofluorocarbons shall not be placed on the market unless hydrofluorocarbons charged into the equipment are accounted for within the quota system referred to in this chapter. ### 1. refrigeration , air conditioning , heat pump equipment and metered dose inhalers charged with hydrofluorocarbons shall not be placed on the market unless hydrofluorocarbons charged into the equipment or product are accounted for within the quota system referred to in this chapter.


### supplying , or receiving hydrofluorocarbons for the purposes listed in points (a) to (e) of article 16(2); ### supplying , or receiving hydrofluorocarbons for the purposes listed in points (a) to (c) of article 16(2);


### by 31 march [op: please insert the year of application of this regulation] , and every year thereafter , each producer , importer and exporter that produced , imported or exported hydrofluorocarbons or quantities exceeding one metric tonne or 100 tonnes of co2 equivalent of other fluorinated greenhouse gases during the preceding calendar year shall report to the commission the data specified in annex ix on each of those substances for that calendar year. this paragraph shall also apply to all undertakings receiving quotas pursuant to article 21(1). ### by 31 march [op: please insert the year of application of this regulation] , and every year thereafter , each producer , importer and exporter that produced , imported or exported fluorinated greenhouse gases during the preceding calendar year shall report to the commission the data specified in annex ix on each of those substances for that calendar year. this paragraph shall also apply to all undertakings receiving quotas pursuant to article 21(1).


### 2. by 31 march [op: please insert the year of application of this regulation] , and every year thereafter , each undertaking that destroyed hydrofluorocarbons or quantities exceeding one metric tonne or 100 tonnes of co2 equivalent of other fluorinated greenhouse gases during the preceding calendar year shall report to the commission the data specified in annex ix on each of those substances for that calendar year. ### 2. by 31 march [op: please insert the year of application of this regulation] , and every year thereafter , each undertaking that destroyed fluorinated greenhouse gases during the preceding calendar year shall report to the commission the data specified in annex ix on each of those substances for that calendar year.


### 3. by 31 march [[op: please insert the year of application of this regulation] , each undertaking that used 1 000 tonnes of co2 equivalent or more of fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in annex i as feedstock during the preceding calendar year shall report to the commission the data specified in annex ix on each of those substances for that calendar year. ### 3. by 31 march [[op: please insert the year of application of this regulation] , each undertaking that used fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in annex i as feedstock during the preceding calendar year shall report to the commission the data specified in annex ix on each of those substances for that calendar year.


### 4. by 31 march [op: please insert the year of application of this regulation] , each undertaking that placed 100 tonnes of co2 equivalent or more of hydrofluorocarbons , or 500 tonnes of co2 equivalent or more of other fluorinated greenhouse gases , contained in products or equipment on the market during the preceding calendar year shall report to the commission the data specified in annex ix on each of those substances for that calendar year. ### 4. by 31 march [op: please insert the year of application of this regulation] , each undertaking that placed fluorinated greenhouse gases , contained in products or equipment on the market during the preceding calendar year shall report to the commission the data specified in annex ix on each of those substances for that calendar year.


### 6. by 31 march [op: please insert the year of application of this regulation] , and every year thereafter , each undertaking that reclaimed quantities exceeding 1 metric tonne or 100 tonnes of co2 equivalent of fluorinated greenhouse gases shall report to the commission the data specified in annex ix on each of those substances for that calendar year. ### 6. by 31 march [op: please insert the year of application of this regulation] , and every year thereafter , each undertaking that reclaimed fluorinated greenhouse gases shall report to the commission the data specified in annex ix on each of those substances for that calendar year.


### 7. by 30 april [op: please insert the year of application of this regulation] , each importer of equipment that placed on the market pre-charged equipment as referred to in article 19 containing at least 1 000 tonnes of co2 equivalent hydrofluorocarbons , and where those hydrofluorocarbons have not been placed on the market prior to the charging of the equipment , shall submit to the commission a verification report issued pursuant to article 19(3). ### 7. by 30 april [op: please insert the year of application of this regulation] , each importer of equipment that placed on the market pre-charged equipment as referred to in article 19 containing hydrofluorocarbons , and where those hydrofluorocarbons have not been placed on the market prior to the charging of the equipment , shall submit to the commission a verification report issued pursuant to article 19(3).


### by 30 april [op: please insert the year of application of this regulation] , and every year thereafter , each undertaking which under paragraph 1 reports on the placing on the market of 1 000 tonnes of co2 equivalent or more of hydrofluorocarbons during the preceding calendar year shall , in addition , ensure that the veracity of its report is confirmed , at a reasonable level of assurance , by an independent auditor. the auditor shall be registered in the f-gas portal and shall be either: ### by 30 april [op: please insert the year of application of this regulation] , and every year thereafter , each undertaking which under paragraph 1 reports on the placing on the market of hydrofluorocarbons during the preceding calendar year shall , in addition , ensure that the veracity of its report is confirmed , at a reasonable level of assurance , by an independent auditor. the auditor shall be registered in the f-gas portal and shall be either:


### industrial designation ### chemical name (common name)


### (3) regulation (eu) no 517/2014 of the european parliament and of the council26 was adopted to reverse the increase in fluorinated greenhouse gas emissions. as concluded by an evaluation prepared by the commission , regulation (eu) no 517/2014 has led to a year-on-year decrease of fluorinated greenhouse gas emissions. the supply of hydrofluorocarbons (‘hfcs’) has declined by 37 % in metric tonnes and 47 % in terms of tonnes co2 equivalent from 2015 until 2019. there has also been a clear shift to the use of alternatives with lower global warming potential (‘gwp’) including natural alternatives (for example co2 , ammonia , hydrocarbons , water) in many types of equipment that used fluorinated greenhouse gases traditionally. ### (3) regulation (eu) no 517/2014 of the european parliament and of the council26 was adopted to reverse the increase in fluorinated greenhouse gas emissions. as concluded by an evaluation prepared by the commission , regulation (eu) no 517/2014 has led to a year-on-year decrease of fluorinated greenhouse gas emissions. the supply of hydrofluorocarbons (‘hfcs’) has declined by 37 % in metric tonnes and 47 % in terms of tonnes co2 equivalent from 2015 until 2019. there has also been a clear shift to the use of alternatives with lower global warming potential (‘gwp’) including natural alternatives (for example co2 , ammonia , hydrocarbons , water) in many types of equipment that used fluorinated greenhouse gases traditionally. as concluded by the evaluation , the most important measures for meeting the objective are the hfc phase-down as well as placing on the market and use prohibitions.


### (8) the intentional release of fluorinated substances , where unlawful , is a serious infringement of this regulation and should be explicitly prohibited; operators and manufacturers of equipment should be obliged to prevent leakage of such substances to the extent possible , including through leak checking of the most relevant equipment. ### (8) the intentional release of fluorinated substances , where unlawful , is a serious infringement of this regulation and should be explicitly prohibited; operators and manufacturers of equipment should be obliged to prevent leakage of such substances to the extent possible , including through leak checking of relevant equipment.


### (11) to encourage the use of technologies with no impact or lower impact on the climate that may involve the use substances that are toxic , flammable or highly pressurized , the training of natural persons who carry out activities involving fluorinated greenhouse gases should cover technologies replacing or reducing the use of fluorinated greenhouse gases , including information on energy efficiency aspects and applicable regulations and technical standards. certification and training programmes established under regulation (eu) no 517/2014 , which may be integrated in national vocational training systems , should be reviewed or adapted enabling technicians to handle alternative technologies safely. ### (11) to encourage the use of technologies with no impact or lower impact on the climate that may involve the use substances that are toxic , flammable or highly pressurized , the training of natural persons who carry out activities involving fluorinated greenhouse gases should cover technologies replacing or reducing the use of fluorinated greenhouse gases , including information on energy efficiency aspects and applicable regulations and technical standards. certification and training programmes established under regulation (eu) no 517/2014 , which may be integrated in national vocational training systems , should be reviewed or adapted enabling technicians to handle alternative technologies safely. member states should , in consultation with the social partners , ensure that all of the workforce handling fluorinated greenhouse gases and alternative technologies are fully trained and that opportunities for continuous upskilling of the workforce are available as technological advances are achieved.


### (12) the existing prohibitions on specific uses of sulphur hexafluoride , the most climate damaging substance known , should be retained and be complemented by additional restrictions on the use in the critical sector of power distribution. ### (12) the existing prohibitions on specific uses of sulphur hexafluoride , the most climate damaging substance known , should be retained and be complemented by additional restrictions on the use in the critical sector of power distribution , leading to its complete phase out.


### (39) in implementing this regulation , the commission should establish a so-called consultation forum to ensure a balanced participation of member states’ representatives and representatives of civil society , including environmental organisations , representatives of manufacturers , operators and certified persons. ### (39) in implementing this regulation , the commission should establish a so-called consultation forum to ensure a balanced participation of member states’ representatives and representatives of civil society , including environmental and consumers' organisations , representatives of manufacturers , operators and certified persons.


### operators of equipment that contains 5 tonnes of co2 equivalent or more of fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in annex i or 1 kilogram or more of fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in annex ii , section i , not contained in foams , shall ensure that the equipment is checked for leaks. ### manufacturers and operators of equipment that contains 5 tonnes of co2 equivalent or more of fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in annex i or 1 kilogram or more of fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in annex ii , section i , not contained in foams , shall ensure that the equipment is checked for leaks , including during their manufacture.


### hermetically sealed equipment that contains less than 10 tonnes of co2 equivalent of fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in annex i or 2 kilograms of fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in annex ii , section i , shall not be checked for leaks , provided the equipment is labelled as hermetically sealed and its connected parts have a tested leakage rate of less than 3 grams per year under a pressure of at least a quarter of the maximum allowable pressure. ### with the exception of fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in annex i , section iii , hermetically sealed equipment that contains less than 10 tonnes of co2 equivalent of fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in annex i or 2 kilograms of fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in annex ii , section i , shall not be checked for leaks , provided the equipment is labelled as hermetically sealed and its connected parts have a tested leakage rate of less than 3 grams per year under a pressure of at least a quarter of the maximum allowable pressure.


### it contains less than 6 kilograms of fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in annex i. ### deleted


### refrigeration units of refrigerated trucks and trailers; ### refrigeration units of refrigerated trucks , trailers , vans and ships;


### operators of stationary equipment or of refrigeration units of refrigerated trucks and trailers that contain fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in annex i and annex ii , section 1 , not contained in foams , shall ensure that the recovery of those gases is carried out by natural persons that hold the relevant certificates provided for in article 10 , so and that those gases are recycled , reclaimed or destroyed. ### operators of stationary equipment or of refrigeration units of refrigerated trucks , trailers , vans and ships that contain fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in annex i and annex ii , section 1 , not contained in foams , shall ensure that the recovery of those gases is carried out by natural persons that hold the relevant certificates provided for in article 10 , so and that those gases are recycled , reclaimed or destroyed.


### the cooling circuits of refrigeration units of refrigerated trucks and trailers; ### the cooling circuits of refrigeration units of refrigerated trucks , trailers , vans or ships;


### 8. the commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 32 to supplement this regulation by establishing a list of products and equipment for which the recovery of fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in annex i and annex ii , section 1 , or destruction of products and equipment containing such gases without prior recovery of these gases shall be considered technically and economically feasible , specifying , if appropriate , the technologies to be applied. ### 8. the commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 32 to supplement this regulation by establishing a list of products and equipment for which the recovery of fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in annex i and annex ii , or destruction of products and equipment containing such gases without prior recovery of these gases shall be considered technically and economically feasible , specifying , if appropriate , the technologies to be applied.


### 9. member states shall promote the recovery , recycling , reclamation and destruction of fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in annex i and annex ii , section 1. ### 9. member states shall promote the recovery , recycling , reclamation and destruction of fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in annex i and annex ii.


### producer responsibility schemes ### extended producer responsibility schemes


### without prejudice to existing union legislation , member states shall encourage the development of producer responsi bility schemes for the recovery of fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in annexes i and ii and their recycling , reclamation or destruction. ### without prejudice to existing union legislation , member states shall by 31 december 2027 establish extended producer responsibility schemes for the recovery of fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in annexes i and ii and their recycling , reclamation or destruction.


### member states shall inform the commission on the actions undertaken. ### deleted


### 2. member states shall ensure that training programmes for natural persons recovering fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in annex i and annex ii , section i from air-conditioning equipment in motor vehicles falling within the scope of directive 2006/40/ec of the european parliament and of the council42 are available , pursuant to paragraph 5. ### 2. member states shall ensure that training programmes for natural persons recovering fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in annex i and annex ii , section i and other relevant alternatives from air-conditioning equipment in motor vehicles falling within the scope of directive 2006/40/ec of the european parliament and of the council42 are available , pursuant to paragraph 5.


### by 1 january [op , please insert the date = one year following the entry into force of this regulation] member states shall notify the commission of certification and training programmes. ### by 1 january [op , please insert the date = one year following the entry into force of this regulation] member states shall notify the commission of certification and training programmes and the number of certified and trained persons for fluorinated greenhouse gases and the relevant alternatives in each sector. where certification and training for the relevant alternatives fall below a minimum threshold , member states shall accompany the notification with a plan , compiled in consultation with the social partners , setting out actions to increase certification and training on the relevant alternatives as from the following calendar year.


### 9. the commission may , by means of implementing acts , determine the format of the notification referred to in paragraph 8. those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 34(2). ### 9. the commission shall , by means of implementing acts , determine the minimum threshold and format of the notification referred to in paragraph 8. those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 34(2).


### the placing on the market of products and equipment , including parts thereof , listed in annex iv , with an exemption for military equipment , shall be prohibited from the date specified in that annex , differentiating , where applicable , according to the type or global warming potential of the gas contained. ### the placing on the market of products and equipment , including parts thereof , listed in annex iv , shall be prohibited from the date specified in that annex , differentiating , where applicable , according to the type or global warming potential of the gas contained.


### (1) since the adoption of regulation (eu) 2021/241 of the european parliament and of the council establishing the recovery and resilience facility ,3 unprecedented geopolitical events and their direct and indirect socio-economic consequences have considerably affected the union’s society and economy. in particular , it has become clearer than ever that the union’s energy security is indispensable for a successful , sustainable and inclusive recovery from the covid-19 crisis , as it is also a major factor contributing to the resilience of the european economy. ### (1) since the adoption of regulation (eu) 2021/241 of the european parliament and of the council establishing the recovery and resilience facility ,3 russia’s unprovoked invasion to sovereign ukraine and its direct and indirect socio-economic consequences have considerably affected the union’s society and economy. in particular , it has become clearer than ever that increasing the union’s energy autonomy by rapidly moving away from a fossil fuel dependent energy system is indispensable for a successful , sustainable and inclusive recovery from the covid-19 crisis , as it is also a major factor contributing to the resilience of the european economy and global peace efforts , as financing fossil fuels contributes significantly to geopolitical conflicts , particularly in the case of fossil fuels from russian origins.


### (2) due to the direct links between a sustainable recovery , building the union’s resilience and the union’s energy security , and its role for a just and inclusive transition , the recovery and resilience facility is a well-suited instrument to contribute to the union’s response to these newly emerging challenges. ### deleted


### (2) due to the direct links between a sustainable recovery , building the union’s resilience and the union’s energy security , and its role for a just and inclusive transition , the recovery and resilience facility is a well-suited instrument to contribute to the union’s response to these newly emerging challenges. ### (2) due to the direct links between a sustainable recovery , building the union’s resilience and the union’s energy security , and its role for a just and inclusive transition , the recovery and resilience facility is a well-suited instrument to contribute to the union’s response to tackle the urgent threat of climate change , geopolitical risks related to the union’s energy supply , particularly concerning fossil fuels , and safeguarding vulnerable households from rising energy prices.


### (3) the versailles declaration of 10-11 march 2022 of the heads of states and governments invited the commission to propose by the end of may a repowereu plan to phase out the dependency on russian fossil fuel imports , which was subsequently reiterated in the european council conclusions of 24-25 march 2022. this should be done well before 2030 in a way that is consistent with the eu’s green deal and the climate objectives for 2030 and 2050 enshrined in the european climate law. regulation (eu) 2021/241 should therefore be amended to enhance its ability to support reforms and investments dedicated to diversifying energy supplies , in particular fossil fuels , thereby strengthening the strategic autonomy of the union alongside an open economy. support should also be given to reforms and investments increasing the energy efficiency of the member states’ economies. ### (3) the versailles declaration of 10-11 march 2022 of the heads of states and governments invited the commission to propose by the end of may a repowereu plan to phase out the dependency on russian fossil fuel imports , which was subsequently reiterated in the european council conclusions of 24-25 march 2022. this should be done well before 2030 in a way that is consistent with the eu’s green deal and the climate objectives for 2030 , 2050 and beyond enshrined in the european climate law. regulation (eu) 2021/241 should therefore be amended to enhance its ability to support reforms and investments dedicated to decarbonising energy supplies , in particular hastening the phase out of fossil fuels , thereby strengthening the strategic autonomy of the union alongside an open economy. support should also be given to reforms and investments increasing the energy efficiency of the member states’ economies.


### (4) to maximise complementarity , consistency and coherence of policies and actions taken by the union and member states to foster independence and security of the union’s energy supply , these energy-related reforms and investments should be established through a dedicated ‘repowereu chapter’ of the recovery and resilience plans. ### deleted


### (4) to maximise complementarity , consistency and coherence of policies and actions taken by the union and member states to foster independence and security of the union’s energy supply , these energy-related reforms and investments should be established through a dedicated ‘repowereu chapter’ of the recovery and resilience plans. ### (4) to maximise complementarity , consistency and coherence of policies and actions taken by the union and member states to foster independence and security of the union’s energy supply and to tackle climate change , while safeguarding vulnerable households across the union , these energy-related reforms and investments should be established through a dedicated ‘repowereu chapter’ of the recovery and resilience plans.


### (6) the repowereu chapter should include new reforms and investments contributing to the repowereu aims. furthermore , that chapter should contain an outline of other measures , financed from sources other than the recovery and resilience facility , contributing to the energy-related objectives outlined in recital (3). the outline should cover measures whose implementation should take place between 1 february 2022 to 31 december 2026 , the period during which the objectives set by this regulation are to be achieved. as regards natural gas infrastructure , the investments and reforms of the repowereu chapters to diversify supply away from russia should build on the needs currently identified through the assessment conducted and agreed by the european network of transmission system operators for gas (entsog) , established in the spirit of solidarity as regards security of supply and take into account the reinforced preparedness measures taken to adapt to new geopolitical threats. finally , the repowereu chapters should provide an explanation and a quantification of the effects of the combination of the reforms and investments financed by the recovery and resilience facility and the other measures financed by other sources than the recovery and resilience facility. ### (6) as regards natural gas infrastructure , the investments to diversify supply away from sources outside the member states should build on the needs currently identified through the assessment conducted and agreed by the european network of transmission system operators for gas (entsog) , established in the spirit of solidarity as regards security of supply.


### (7) an appropriate assessment criterion should be added to serve as a basis for the commission to assess reforms and investments included in the repowereu chapter sand to ensure that reforms and investments are fit for achieving the specific repowereu-related objectives. an a rating should be required under this new assessment criterion for the relevant recovery and resilience plan to be positively assessed by the commission. ### deleted


### (8) investments in infrastructure and technologies alone are not sufficient to ensure a reduction of dependency from fossil fuels. resources should be dedicated to the reskilling and upskilling of people , to further equip the workforce with green skills. this is in line with the objective of the european social fund plus , which aims at supporting member states in achieving a skilled and resilient workforce ready for the future world of work. in light of this , resources transferred from the european social fund plus should help support measures for the reskilling and upskilling of the workforce. the commission will assess whether the measures included in the repowereu chapters significantly contribute to supporting a requalification of the workforce towards green skills. ### (8) investments in infrastructure and technologies alone are not sufficient to ensure a reduction of dependency from fossil fuels. resources should be dedicated to the reskilling and upskilling of people , to further equip the workforce with green skills. this is in line with the objective of the european social fund plus , which aims at supporting member states in achieving a skilled workforce , increasing pay , ensuring stable and non-precarious employment relationships and guaranteeing work with rights. in light of this , resources transferred from the european social fund plus should help support measures for the reskilling and upskilling of the workforce.


### (8) investments in infrastructure and technologies alone are not sufficient to ensure a reduction of dependency from fossil fuels. resources should be dedicated to the reskilling and upskilling of people , to further equip the workforce with green skills. this is in line with the objective of the european social fund plus , which aims at supporting member states in achieving a skilled and resilient workforce ready for the future world of work. in light of this , resources transferred from the european social fund plus should help support measures for the reskilling and upskilling of the workforce. the commission will assess whether the measures included in the repowereu chapters significantly contribute to supporting a requalification of the workforce towards green skills. ### (8) investments in infrastructure and technologies alone are not sufficient to ensure a pathway leading to the phase out of fossil fuels. resources should be dedicated to the reskilling and upskilling of people , to further equip the workforce with green skills and to deliver a just transition that leaves no one behind. this is in line with the objective of the european social fund plus , which aims at supporting member states in achieving a skilled and resilient workforce ready for the future world of work. in light of this , resources transferred from the european social fund plus should help support measures for the reskilling and upskilling of the workforce. the commission will assess whether the measures included in the repowereu chapters significantly contribute to supporting a requalification of the workforce towards green skills.


### (10) the recovery and resilience plan , including the repowereu chapter , should contribute to effectively addressing all or a significant subset of the challenges identified in the relevant country-specific recommendations , including the country-specific recommendations to be adopted under the 2022 semester cycle which refer inter alia to the energy challenges that member states are facing. ### deleted


### (11) an effective transition towards green energy and a reduction of energy dependency involves significant digital investments. in light of regulation (eu) 2021/241 , member states should provide an explanation of how the measures in the recovery and resilience plan , including those included in the repowereu chapter , are expected to contribute to the digital transition or the challenges resulting therefrom and whether they account for an amount contributing to the digital target based on the methodology for digital tagging. however , given the unprecedented urgency and importance of energy challenges faced by the union , reforms and investments included in the repowereu chapter should not be taken into account when calculating the plan’s total allocation for the purpose of applying the digital target requirement set by regulation (eu) 2021/241. ### (11) an effective transition towards renewable and sustainable energy and a reduction of fossil energy dependency involves significant digital investments. in light of regulation (eu) 2021/241 , member states should provide an explanation of how the measures in the recovery and resilience plan , including those included in the repowereu chapter , are expected to contribute to the digital transition or the challenges resulting therefrom and whether they account for an amount contributing to the digital target based on the methodology for digital tagging. however , given the unprecedented urgency and importance of energy challenges faced by the union , reforms and investments included in the repowereu chapter should not be taken into account when calculating the plan’s total allocation for the purpose of applying the digital target requirement set by regulation (eu) 2021/241.


### (12) pursuant to article 18(4) point (q) of regulation (eu) 2021/241 , the member states should also provide a summary of the consultation process of local and regional authorities and other relevant stakeholders , including , as relevant , from the agricultural sector , for reforms and investments included in the repowereu chapter. such summaries should explain the outcome of those consultations and outline how the input received was reflected in repowereu chapters. ### (12) pursuant to article 18(4) point (q) of regulation (eu) 2021/241 , the member states should also provide a summary of the consultation process of local and regional authorities and other relevant stakeholders , including from academia , social partners , civil society and the affected sectors , for reforms and investments included in the repowereu chapter. such summaries should explain the outcome of those consultations and outline how the input received was reflected in repowereu chapters.


### (13) the application of the ‘do no significant harm’ principle is essential to ensure that the investments and reforms undertaken as part of the recovery from the pandemic are implemented in a sustainable manner. it should continue to apply to the reforms and investments supported by the facility , with one targeted exemption to safeguard the eu’ immediate energy security concerns. considering the objective of diversifying energy supplies away from russian suppliers , the reforms and investments set out in those repowereu chapters which aim to improve energy infrastructure and facilities to meet immediate security of supply needs for oil and gas should not be required to comply with the principle of ‘do no significant harm’ and should therefore be exempted from such assessment. ### (13) the application of the ‘do no significant harm’ principle is essential to ensure that the investments and reforms undertaken as part of the recovery from the pandemic are implemented in a sustainable manner and do not create path-dependencies that are incompatible with the european green deal and the paris agreement. it should continue to apply to the reforms and investments supported by the facility and the repowereu chapters. hastening the transition towards renewable energy , increasing energy efficiency and putting in place energy demand-side measures are the only answers to geopolitical risks associated with energy supply and to guarantee a sustainable future for the current and future generations. special attention must be given to vulnerable households and small and microenterprises when implementing these policies in order to deliver a just and inclusive transition.


### (14) further incentives should be provided for member states to request loans , through the clarification of the loan allocation procedure. in accordance with regulation (eu) 2021/241 , member states may request loans until 31 august 2023. an intention to submit a loan request should be communicated to the commission 30 days after the entry into force of this regulation so that the redistribution of the remaining funds can be conducted in an orderly manner. ### deleted


### (15) in addition , to incentivise a high level of ambition for reforms and investment to be included in the repowereu chapter , new dedicated funding sources should be provided. ### (15) in addition , to incentivise a high level of ambition and investments to be included in the repowereu chapter , new dedicated funding sources should be provided.


### (16) while extending the current intake rate of allowances to the market stability reserve is needed to prevent in long term a significant increase of the surplus of allowances in the greenhouse gas emission allowance trading within the union , the current economical and geopolitical situation requires the union to mobilise available resources to rapidly diversify union’s energy supply and reduce dependence on fossil fuels before 2030. in this context , decision (eu) 2015/1814 of the european parliament and of the council4 and directive 2003/87/ec of the european parliament and of the council5 should be amended to extend the doubling of the 24% intake rate of the market stability reserve until 2030 , while allowing for an exceptional release and monetisation of a portion of allowances from the market stability reserve and directing revenues towards reforms and investments contributing to repowereu objectives , in the recovery and resilience facility framework. ### (16) extending the current intake rate of allowances to the market stability reserve is needed to prevent in long term a significant increase of the surplus of allowances in the greenhouse gas emission allowance trading within the union. the function of the market stability reserve is to tackle structural supply-demand imbalances of the eu ets and to facilitate an orderly function of the european carbon market. the allowances within the market stability reserve should not be , now nor in the future , used to finance any policy goals of the union.


### (17) regulation (eu) 2021/1060 of the european parliament and of the council should be amended to provide for the possibility to transfer up to 7.5% of resources of shared management programmes governed by that regulation to the facility for the achievement of the repowereu objectives , in addition to the existing transfer possibility of up to 5%. such a possibility is justified by the need to cover repowereu objectives , providing member states with additional flexibility to address those urgent needs. furthermore , the facility allows for a fast disbursement of funds , making it particularly well suited for financing of urgent energy-related measures. such transfers should be justified by a higher financial need linked to additional reforms and investments included in the repowereu chapter. ### deleted


### (18) regulation (eu) 2021/2115 of the european parliament and of the council7 should also be amended to allow for a possibility to deliver up to 12.5% of the european agricultural fund for rural development through the recovery and resilience facility. such method of delivery is justified by complementarity and synergies between these instruments with regard to the objectives of reducing the use of synthetic fertilisers , or increasing production of sustainable biomethane or renewable energy , in accordance with the objectives of the common agricultural policy set out in article 39 of tfeu. the delivery via the recovery and resilience facility should accelerate the disbursement of funds to beneficiaries from the agricultural sector which is vital considering the urgency of the energy-related objectives. ### deleted


### (18) regulation (eu) 2021/2115 of the european parliament and of the council7 should also be amended to allow for a possibility to deliver up to 12.5% of the european agricultural fund for rural development through the recovery and resilience facility. such method of delivery is justified by complementarity and synergies between these instruments with regard to the objectives of reducing the use of synthetic fertilisers , or increasing production of sustainable biomethane or renewable energy , in accordance with the objectives of the common agricultural policy set out in article 39 of tfeu. the delivery via the recovery and resilience facility should accelerate the disbursement of funds to beneficiaries from the agricultural sector which is vital considering the urgency of the energy-related objectives. ### (18) regulation (eu) 2021/2115 of the european parliament and of the council7 should also be amended to allow for a possibility to deliver up to 12.5% of the european agricultural fund for rural development through the recovery and resilience facility. such method of delivery is justified by complementarity and synergies between these instruments with regard to the objectives of reducing the use of synthetic fertilisers , or increasing production of sustainable and waste-based biomethane or renewable energy , in accordance with the objectives of the common agricultural policy set out in article 39 of tfeu. the delivery via the recovery and resilience facility should accelerate the disbursement of funds to beneficiaries from the agricultural sector which is vital considering the urgency of the energy-related objectives.


### (20) a request for a dedicated funding for repowereu measures , including allocation from the market stability reserve , transfers from the funds governed by regulation (eu) 2021/1060 and allocated from european agricultural fund for rural development , submitted in a plan , should be justified by a higher financial need linked to additional reforms and investments included in the repowereu chapter. ### (20) a request for a dedicated funding for repowereu measures , transfers from the funds governed by regulation (eu) 2021/1060 and allocated from european agricultural fund for rural development , submitted in a plan , should be justified by a higher financial need linked to additional reforms and investments included in the repowereu chapter.


### (22) recent geopolitical events have affected prices of energy and construction materials and have also caused shortages in the global supply chains. these developments may have a direct impact on the capacity to implement some investments included in the recovery and resilience plans. to the extent that member states can demonstrate that such developments make a specific milestone or target , either totally or partially , no longer achievable , such situations may be invoked as objective circumstances under article 21. these developments cannot constitute objective circumstances for revising reforms , as reforms are generally not cost dependent. in addition , no request for amendments should undermine the overall implementation of the recovery and resilience plans. ### (22) recent geopolitical events , coupled with sanctions and with profiteering and speculation , have affected prices of energy and construction materials and have also caused shortages in the global supply chains. these developments may have a direct impact on the capacity to implement some investments included in the recovery and resilience plans. to the extent that member states can demonstrate that such developments make a specific milestone or target , either totally or partially , no longer achievable , such situations may be invoked as objective circumstances under article 21. these developments cannot constitute objective circumstances for revising reforms , as reforms are generally not cost dependent. in addition , no request for amendments should undermine the overall implementation of the recovery and resilience plans.


### (22) recent geopolitical events have affected prices of energy and construction materials and have also caused shortages in the global supply chains. these developments may have a direct impact on the capacity to implement some investments included in the recovery and resilience plans. to the extent that member states can demonstrate that such developments make a specific milestone or target , either totally or partially , no longer achievable , such situations may be invoked as objective circumstances under article 21. these developments cannot constitute objective circumstances for revising reforms , as reforms are generally not cost dependent. in addition , no request for amendments should undermine the overall implementation of the recovery and resilience plans. ### (22) russia’s invasion to ukraine has affected prices of energy and construction materials and have also caused shortages in the global supply chains. these developments may have a direct impact on the capacity to implement some investments included in the recovery and resilience plans. to the extent that member states can demonstrate that such developments make a specific milestone or target , either totally or partially , no longer achievable , such situations may be invoked as objective circumstances under article 21. these developments cannot constitute objective circumstances for revising reforms , as reforms are generally not cost dependent. in addition , no request for amendments should undermine the overall implementation of the recovery and resilience plans.


### 1. in line with the six pillars referred in article 3 of this regulation , the coherence and synergies they generate , and in the context of the covid-19 crisis , the general objective of the facility shall be to promote the union’s economic , social and territorial cohesion by improving the resilience , crisis preparedness , adjustment capacity and growth potential of the member states , by mitigating the social and economic impact of that crisis , in particular on women , by contributing to the implementation of the european pillar of social rights , by supporting the green transition , by contributing to the achievement of the union’s 2030 climate targets set out in point (11) of article 2 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 ,and by complying with the objective of eu climate neutrality by 2050 and of the digital transition , by increasing the resilience of the union energy system through a decrease of dependence on fossil fuels and diversification of energy supplies at union level (‘repowereu objectives’) thereby contributing to the upward economic and social convergence , restoring and promoting sustainable growth and the integration of the economies of the union , fostering high quality employment creation , and contributing to the strategic autonomy of the union alongside an open economy and generating european added value. ### 1. in line with the six pillars referred in article 3 of this regulation , the coherence and synergies they generate , and in the context of the covid-19 crisis , the general objective of the facility shall be to promote the union’s economic , social and territorial cohesion by improving the resilience , crisis preparedness , adjustment capacity and growth potential of the member states , by mitigating the social and economic impact of that crisis , in particular on women , by contributing to the implementation of the european pillar of social rights , by supporting the green transition , by contributing to the achievement of the union’s 2030 climate targets set out in point (11) of article 2 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , and by complying with the objective of eu climate neutrality by 2050 and of the digital transition , by increasing the resilience of the union energy system through diversification of sustainable renewable energy supplies , boosting energy efficiency measures and implementing demand-side measures to lower fossil fuel dependency at union level (‘repowereu objectives’) thereby contributing to the upward economic and social convergence , restoring and promoting sustainable growth and the integration of the economies of the union , fostering high quality employment creation , and contributing to the strategic autonomy of the union alongside an open economy and generating european added value.


### 1. in line with the six pillars referred in article 3 of this regulation , the coherence and synergies they generate , and in the context of the covid-19 crisis , the general objective of the facility shall be to promote the union’s economic , social and territorial cohesion by improving the resilience , crisis preparedness , adjustment capacity and growth potential of the member states , by mitigating the social and economic impact of that crisis , in particular on women , by contributing to the implementation of the european pillar of social rights , by supporting the green transition , by contributing to the achievement of the union’s 2030 climate targets set out in point (11) of article 2 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , by complying with the objective of eu climate neutrality by 2050 and of the digital transition , by increasing the resilience of the union energy system through a decrease of dependence on fossil fuels and diversification of energy supplies at union level (‘repowereu objectives’) thereby contributing to the upward economic and social convergence , restoring and promoting sustainable growth and the integration of the economies of the union , fostering high quality employment creation , and contributing to the strategic autonomy of the union alongside an open economy and generating european added value. ### 1. in line with the six pillars referred in article 3 of this regulation , the coherence and synergies they generate , and in the context of the covid-19 crisis , the general objective of the facility shall be to promote the union’s economic , social and territorial cohesion by improving the resilience , crisis preparedness , adjustment capacity and growth potential of the member states , by mitigating the social and economic impact of that crisis , in particular on women , by contributing to the implementation of the european pillar of social rights , by supporting the green transition , by contributing to the achievement of the union’s 2030 climate targets set out in point (11) of article 2 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , by complying with the objective of eu climate neutrality by 2050 and of the digital transition , by increasing the resilience of the union energy system through a decrease of dependence on fossil fuels and diversification of the member states’ energy supplies thereby contributing to the upward economic and social convergence , restoring and promoting growth and individual member states’ development projects , fostering high quality employment creation , and bolstering individual member states’ energy sovereignty.


### (ba) where applicable , the reforms and investments in line with article 21c(1); ### (ba) where applicable , and investments in line with article 21c(1);


### 4. the loan support to the recovery and resilience plan of the member state concerned shall not be higher than the difference between the total costs of the recovery and resilience plan , as revised where relevant , and the maximum financial contribution referred to in article 11 , including , where relevant , the revenue referred to in article 21a as well as , where relevant , resources from shared management programmes to support repowereu objectives referred to in article 21b.’ ### 4. the support to the recovery and resilience plan of the member state concerned shall not be higher than the difference between the total costs of the recovery and resilience plan , as revised where relevant , and the maximum financial contribution referred to in article 11 , including , where relevant , the revenue referred to in article 21a.’


### 6. by derogation from paragraph 5 , subject to the availability of resources , in exceptional circumstances the amount of the loan support may be increased , considering the needs of the requesting member state , as well as requests for loan support already submitted or planned to be submitted by other member states , while applying the principles of equal treatment , solidarity , proportionality and transparency. to facilitate the application of these principles , member states shall communicate to the commission within 30 days after [the entry into force of this amending regulation] , whether they intend to request loan support.’ ### 6. by derogation from paragraph 5 , subject to the availability of resources , in exceptional circumstances the amount of the loan support may be increased , considering the needs of the requesting member state , as well as requests for loan support already submitted or planned to be submitted by other member states , while applying the principles of equal treatment , solidarity , proportionality and transparency. to facilitate the application of these principles , member states shall communicate to the commission within 30 days after [the entry into force of this amending regulation] , whether they intend to request loan support.’


### for the preparation and , where available , for the implementation of the recovery and resilience plan , a summary of the consultation process , conducted in accordance with the national legal framework , of local and regional authorities , social partners , civil society organisations , youth organisations and other relevant stakeholders , and how the input of the stakeholders is reflected in the recovery and resilience plan; in particular , the summary of the consultation process shall explain the outcome of the consultations with local and regional authorities and other relevant stakeholders on reforms and investments included in the repowereu chapter and outline how the input received was reflected in the repowereu chapter; ### for the preparation and , where available , for the implementation of the recovery and resilience plan , a summary of the consultation process , conducted in accordance with the national legal framework , of local and regional authorities , social partners , civil society organisations , youth organisations and other relevant stakeholders , and how the input of the stakeholders is reflected in the recovery and resilience plan; in particular , the summary of the consultation process shall explain the outcome of the consultations with local and regional authorities and other relevant stakeholders , such as academia , social partners , civil society and affected sectors , on reforms and investments included in the repowereu chapter and outline how the input received was reflected in the repowereu chapter;


### for the preparation and , where available , for the implementation of the recovery and resilience plan , a summary of the consultation process , conducted in accordance with the national legal framework , of local and regional authorities , social partners , civil society organisations , youth organisations and other relevant stakeholders , and how the input of the stakeholders is reflected in the recovery and resilience plan; in particular , the summary of the consultation process shall explain the outcome of the consultations with local and regional authorities and other relevant stakeholders on reforms and investments included in the repowereu chapter and outline how the input received was reflected in the repowereu chapter;’ ### for the preparation and , where available , for the implementation of the recovery and resilience plan , a summary of the consultation process , conducted in accordance with the national legal framework , of local and regional authorities , social partners , civil society organisations , youth organisations and other relevant stakeholders , and how the input of the stakeholders is reflected in the recovery and resilience plan; in particular , the summary of the consultation process shall explain the outcome of the consultations with local and regional authorities and other relevant stakeholders on and investments included in the repowereu chapter and outline how the input received was reflected in the repowereu chapter;’


### (da) whether the reforms and investments referred to in article 21c(1) effectively contribute towards the diversification of the union’s energy supply or reduction of dependence on fossil fuels before 2030.; ### (da) whether the investments referred to in article 21c(1) effectively contribute towards the diversification of the union’s energy supply or reduction of dependence on fossil fuels before 2030;


### (1) eur 20 000 000 000 in current prices shall be available , in line with article 10e(4) of directive 2003/87/ec , for implementation under this regulation to increase the resilience of the union energy system through a decrease of dependence on fossil fuels and diversification of energy supplies at union level. that amount shall be made available in the form of external assigned revenue within the meaning of article 21(5) of the financial regulation. ### (1) eur 20 000 000 000 in current prices shall be available , in line with article 10e(4) of directive 2003/87/ec , for implementation under this regulation to increase the resilience of the union energy system through a decrease of dependence on fossil fuels through increasing energy efficiency efforts , implementing demand-side measures and diversification of renewable energy supplies at union level , as defined in article 2 , second paragraph , point 1 of directive (eu) 2018/2001. by way of derogation from the previous sentence , in regards to biofuels , the share of revenues referred to in this paragraphs shall only be used to the deployment of advanced biofuels as defined in article 2 , second paragraph , point 34 , of directive (eu) 2018/2001.that amount shall be made available in the form of external assigned revenue within the meaning of article 21(5) of the financial regulation.


### (1) eur 20 000 000 000 in current prices shall be available , in line with article 10e(4) of directive 2003/87/ec , for implementation under this regulation to increase the resilience of the union energy system through a decrease of dependence on fossil fuels and diversification of energy supplies at union level. that amount shall be made available in the form of external assigned revenue within the meaning of article 21(5) of the financial regulation. ### (1) eur xxxxxx in current prices shall be available , in line with article 10e(4) of directive 2003/87/ec , for implementation under this regulation to increase the resilience of the member states’ energy system through a decrease of dependence on fossil fuels and diversification of energy supplies together with the reversal of the energy sector’s liberalisation and a return to its public control. that amount shall be made available in the form of external assigned revenue within the meaning of article 21(5) of the financial regulation.


### article 21b ### deleted


### resources allocated under article 81a of regulation (eu) 2021/2115 shall support measures in article 21c(1)(b) of this regulation for farm investments for the benefit of farmers or groups of farmers , in particular to contribute reducing the use of synthetic fertilisers , increasing production of renewable energy and sustainable biomethane , and boosting energy efficiency. ### resources allocated under article 81a of regulation (eu) 2021/2115 shall support measures in article 21c(1)(b) of this regulation for farm investments for the benefit of farmers or groups of farmers , in particular to contribute reducing the use of synthetic fertilisers , increasing production of renewable energy and sustainable biomethane , as defined in article 2 , second paragraph , point 1 of directive (eu) 2018/2001 , and boosting energy efficiency. by way of derogation from the previous sentence , in regards to biofuels , the share of revenues referred to in this paragraphs shall only be used to the deployment of advanced biofuels as defined in article 2 , second paragraph , point 34 , of directive (eu) 2018/2001.


### improving energy infrastructure and facilities to meet immediate security of supply needs for oil and gas , notably to enable diversification of supply in the interest of the union as a whole , ### improving energy infrastructure and facilities to meet immediate security of supply needs caused by scarcity of oil and gas , by diversification of the supply of renewable energy in the interest of the union as a whole ,


### improving energy infrastructure and facilities to meet immediate security of supply needs for oil and gas , notably to enable diversification of supply in the interest of the union as a whole , ### improving energy infrastructure and facilities to meet immediate security of supply needs for oil and gas , notably to enable diversification of supply in the interest of the individual member states ,


### boosting energy efficiency in buildings , decarbonising industry , increasing production and uptake of sustainable biomethane and renewable or fossil-free hydrogen and increasing the share of renewable energy , ### boosting energy efficiency in buildings , particularly in social housing and decarbonising industry , increasing production and uptake of sustainable waste-based biomethane and renewable or fossil-free hydrogen and increasing the share of renewable energy , as defined in article 2 , second paragraph , point 1 of directive (eu) 2018/2001. by way of derogation from the previous sentence , in regards to biofuels , the share of revenues referred to in article 21a(1) of this regulation shall only be used to the deployment of advanced biofuels as defined in article 2 , second paragraph , point 34 , of directive (eu) 2018/2001 ,


### addressing internal and cross-border energy transmission bottlenecks and supporting zero emission transport and its infrastructure , including railways , ### addressing internal and cross-border energy transmission bottlenecks and supporting the functionality and affordability of public transportation , deployment of zero emission transport and its infrastructure , including railways and investments in safe and comprehensive walking and bicycling infrastructure , particularly in urban areas ,


### where applicable , a description of reforms and investments in the already adopted council implementing decisions that are expected to contribute to the repowereu objectives; ### where applicable , a description of investments in the already adopted council implementing decisions that are expected to contribute to the repowereu objectives;


### (4) by way of derogation from articles 5(2) , 17(4) , 18(4) point (d) and 19(3) points (d) , the principle of “do no significant harm” within the meaning of article 17 of regulation (eu) 2020/852 shall not apply to the reforms and investments expected to contribute to the repowereu objectives under paragraph 1 , point (a) of this article. ### deleted


### (2) the commission shall provide information on the progress of implementation of the repowereu chapter in the annual report to the european parliament and the council , in accordance with article 31. ### (2) the commission shall provide information on the progress of implementation of the repowereu chapter in the annual report to the european parliament and the council , in accordance with article 31. the report shall be made available to the public , in an easily accessible form.


### where applicable , the breakdown of financial resources by category of region drawn up in accordance with article 108(2) and the amounts of allocations proposed to be transferred pursuant to articles 26 , 26a and 111 , including a justification for such transfers; ### where applicable , the breakdown of financial resources by category of region drawn up in accordance with article 108(2) and the amounts of allocations proposed to be transferred pursuant to articles 26 and 111 , including a justification for such transfers;


### a table specifying the total financial allocations for each of the funds and , where applicable , for each category of region for the whole programming period and by year , including any amounts transferred pursuant to article 26 , article 26a or 27;’ ### a table specifying the total financial allocations for each of the funds and , where applicable , for each category of region for the whole programming period and by year , including any amounts transferred pursuant to article 26 or 27;


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### (1) [...] ### deleted


### article 4 ### deleted


### (1) for the period until 31 december 2026 , the allowances released pursuant to article 1(6) of decision (eu) 2015/1814 shall be auctioned until the amount of revenue obtained from such auctioning has reached eur 20 billion. this revenue shall be made available to the recovery and resilience facility established by regulation (eu) 2021/241 and shall be implemented in accordance with the provisions of that regulation. ### (1) for the period until 31 december 2026 , the auctioning of allowances shall be increased pursuant to article 10(1) of this directive until the amount of revenue obtained from such auctioning has reached eur 20 billion. this revenue shall be made available to the recovery and resilience facility established by regulation (eu) 2021/241 and shall be implemented in accordance with the provisions of that regulation.


### article 5 ### deleted


### in paragraph 6 , the following subparagraph is added: ### deleted


### the measures referred to in article 21c (1) and (2) are expected to effectively contribute towards the union’s security of supply for the union as a whole , notably through a diversification of energy supply or reduction of dependence on fossil fuels before 2030.’. ### the measures referred to in article 21c (1) and (2) are expected to effectively contribute towards the union’s security of supply for the union as a whole , notably through a diversification of renewable and sustainable energy supply , as defined in article 2 , second paragraph , point 1 of directive (eu) 2018/2001 , or reduction of dependence on fossil fuels before 2030. by way of derogation from the previous sentence , in regards to biofuels , the share of revenues referred to in this paragraphs shall only be used to the deployment of advanced biofuels as defined in article 2 , second paragraph , point 34 , of directive (eu) 2018/2001.’.


### — the implementation of the envisaged measures is expected to significantly contribute to the improvement of energy infrastructure and facilities to meet immediate security of supply needs for oil and gas , notably to enable diversification of supply in the interest of the union as a whole , ### — the implementation of the envisaged measures is expected to significantly contribute to the improvement of energy infrastructure and facilities to meet immediate security of supply needs caused by scarcity of oil and gas , notably by diversification of sustainable renewable energy supply in the interest of the union as a whole ,


### — the implementation of the envisaged measures is expected to significantly contribute to boosting energy efficiency in buildings , decarbonising industry , increasing production and uptake of sustainable biomethane and renewable or fossil free hydrogen and increasing the share of renewable energy , ### — the implementation of the envisaged measures is expected to significantly contribute to boosting energy efficiency in buildings , particularly in social housing and decarbonising industry , increasing production and uptake of sustainable waste-based biomethane and renewable or fossil free hydrogen and increasing the share of renewable energy , aligned with the criteria set out in directive (eu) 2018/2001. by way of derogation from the previous sentence , in regards to biofuels , the share of revenues referred to in this paragraphs shall only be used to the deployment of advanced biofuels as defined in article 2 , second paragraph , point 34 , of directive (eu) 2018/2001 ,


### — the implementation of the envisaged measures is expected to address energy infrastructure bottlenecks , in particular by constructing cross-border links with other member states , or supports zero-emission transport and its infrastructure , including railways , ### — the implementation of the envisaged measures is expected to address energy infrastructure bottlenecks , in particular by constructing cross-border links with other member states , or supports the functionality and affordability of public transportation , deployment of zero-emission transport and its infrastructure , including railways and investments in safe and comprehensive walking and bicycling infrastructure , particularly in urban areas ,


### — whether the measures and explanation , provided under article 21c (1) are complementary to each other and significantly contribute , together with measures under article 21c(2) , points (a) and (b) , to achieve the union’s diversification of energy supply or reduction of dependence on fossil fuels before 2030.’ ### — whether the measures and explanation , provided under article 21c (1) are complementary to each other and significantly contribute , together with measures under article 21c(2) , points (a) and (b) , to achieve the union’s diversification of renewable energy supply or reduction of dependence on fossil fuels before 2030.’


### 10. underlines the requirement to take into account preliminary work on this issue , member states’ different starting points and conditions , and the effects of climate change on carbon when evaluating climate change mitigation practices; ### 10. welcomes the commission’s cautious approach in relation to upscaling carbon farming before 2030 , in order to gain experience and knowledge first; underlines the requirement to take into account preliminary work on this issue , member states’ different starting points and conditions , the possible adverse effects of carbon removals , carbon accounting difficulties and the effects of farming practices and climate change on the storage of carbon when evaluating climate change mitigation practices; welcomes the commission’s commitment to standardised monitoring and reporting methodologies;


### 11. underlines that co2 storage is already being used in many areas through the implementation of the common agricultural policy (cap); emphasises that the land and forestry sector have a natural maximum storage capacity; stresses that , except for storage , the conservation of carbon in the soil and emissions avoided and mitigated on farms should be considered valuable contributions to addressing ongoing climate change; ### 11. underlines that emissions avoided and mitigated on farms should be considered valuable contributions to addressing ongoing climate change; recalls , as also concluded in the commission communication on sustainable carbon cycles that there is still no scientific consensus about methodologies to measure such storage , in particular concerning its duration;


### b. whereas the development and deployment at scale of carbon removal solutions is indispensable to climate neutrality and requires significant targeted support over the next decade for carbon capture , utilisation and storage (ccus); ### b. whereas carbon removals are indispensable to climate neutrality and requires significant targeted support over the next decade ;


### 1. welcomes the launch of the carbon farming initiative as announced in the farm to fork strategy and the new eu forest strategy , with the aim of achieving climate neutrality by 2050 as enshrined in the european climate law , and by 2035 in the entire land sector; ### 1. takes note of the launch of the carbon farming initiative as announced in the farm to fork strategy and the new eu forest strategy , with the aim of achieving climate neutrality by 2050 as enshrined in the european climate law , and by 2035 in the entire land sector;


### 2. underlines the importance of carbon farming as a new business model for eu agriculture with a view to allowing the sector’s active contribution to the green transition to provide new sources of income and business development opportunities; ### 2. underlines the importance of carbon farming as a new business model for eu agriculture aiming to upscale climate mitigation by paying farmers to implement climate-friendly farm or forest management practices , allowing the sector’s active contribution to the green transition to provide new sources of income and business development opportunities;


### (1) in the context of the european green deal16 , regulation (eu) 2021/1119 of the european parliament and of the council17 established the objective of the union becoming climate neutral in 2050 , as well as the target of a 55% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. this requires an energy transition and significantly higher shares of renewable energy sources in an integrated energy system. ### (1) in the context of the european green deal16 , regulation (eu) 2021/1119 of the european parliament and of the council17 established the objective of the union becoming climate neutral in 2050 , as well as the target of a 55% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. this requires an energy transition and significantly higher shares of renewable energy sources in an integrated and socially just energy system.


### (1) in the context of the european green deal16 , regulation (eu) 2021/1119 of the european parliament and of the council17 established the objective of the union becoming climate neutral in 2050 , as well as the target of a 55% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. this requires an energy transition and significantly higher shares of renewable energy sources in an integrated energy system. ### (1) in the context of the european green deal , regulation (eu) 2021/1119 of the european parliament and of the council established the objective of the union becoming climate neutral in 2050 , as well as the target of a 55% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. this requires a just energy transition that leaves no territory or citizen behind and significantly higher shares of renewable energy sources in an integrated energy system with a public planification based on the scarcity of finite critical raw materials


### (2) renewable energy plays a fundamental role in delivering on these objectives , given that the energy sector contributes today over 75% of total greenhouse gas emissions in the union. by reducing those greenhouse gas emissions , renewable energy also contributes to tackling environmental-related challenges such as biodiversity loss and to reducing pollution in line with the objectives of the zero-pollution action plan. ### (2) renewable energy plays a fundamental role in delivering on these objectives , given that the energy sector contributes today over 75% of total greenhouse gas emissions in the union. by reducing those greenhouse gas emissions , renewable energy also contributes to tackling environmental-related challenges such as biodiversity loss if it is scrupulously respectful of the territory in which said renewable facilities are developed and to reducing pollution in line with the objectives of the zero-pollution action plan.


### (7) some of the most common issues faced by renewable energy project developers relate to procedures established at national or regional level to assess the environmental impact of the proposed projects. therefore , it is appropriate to streamline certain environmental-related aspects of the permit-granting procedures and processes for renewable energy projects. ### (7) some of the most common issues faced by renewable energy project developers relate to the procedures established at national or regional level to assess the environmental impact of proposed projects. therefore , procedures and permitting processes for renewable energy projects should be improved , without any harmful impact to the environment. accelerating deadlines should in no case skip or impoverish procedures that aim to provide legal certainty and environmental security. in addition , large energy companies have better resources to present projects , which results in a concentration of the majority of energy projects by them. in this sense , renewable energy community projects should be prioritised in order to avoid an oligopoly of the energy market by large companies.


### (7) some of the most common issues faced by renewable energy project developers relate to procedures established at national or regional level to assess the environmental impact of the proposed projects. therefore , it is appropriate to streamline certain environmental-related aspects of the permit-granting procedures and processes for renewable energy projects. ### (7) some of the most common issues faced by renewable energy project developers relate to procedures established at national or regional level , the understaffing and underfinancing of the competent national authorities responsible for the assessment of the proposed projects as well as to difficulties related to the connection to the grid. therefore , it is appropriate to enhance the administrative capacities of the member states , ensure seamless connection to the grid and streamline certain aspects of the permit-granting procedures and processes for renewable energy projects.


### (9) member states should designate as renewables go-to areas those areas that are particularly suitable to develop renewable energy projects , differentiating between technologies , and where the deployment of the specific type of renewable energy sources is not expected to have a significant environmental impact. in the designation of renewables go-to areas , member states should avoid protected areas to the extent possible and consider restoration plans. member states may designate renewable go-to areas specific for one or more types of renewable energy plants and should indicate the type or types of renewable energy that are suitable to be produced in each renewable go-to area. ### (9) member states should designate as renewables go-to areas those areas that are particularly suitable to develop renewable energy projects , differentiating between technologies , and where the deployment of the specific type of renewable energy sources is not expected to have any environmental impact. in the designation of renewables go-to areas , member states should avoid protected areas. member states may designate renewable go-to areas specific for one or more types of renewable energy plants and should indicate the type or types of renewable energy that are suitable to be produced in each renewable go-to area.


### (11) following the adoption of the plan or plans designating renewables go-to areas , member states should monitor the significant environmental effects of the implementation of plans and programmes in order , inter alia , to identify at an early stage unforeseen adverse effects , and to be able to undertake appropriate remedial action , in accordance with directive 2001/42/ec. ### (11) following the adoption of the plan or plans designating renewables go-to areas , member states should monitor the significant environmental effects of the implementation of plans and programmes in order , inter alia , to identify at an early stage unforeseen adverse effects , and to be able to undertake appropriate remedial action , in accordance with directive 2001/42/ec , as well as hold the relevant agent , actor or company accountable.


### (12) the provisions of the united nations economic commission for europe (unece) convention on access to information , public participation in decision-making and access to justice in environmental matters23 (‘the aarhus convention’)¨ regarding access to information , public participation in decision-making , and access to justice in environmental matters , in particular the provisions relating to public participation and to access to justice remain applicable , where relevant. ### (12) the provisions of the united nations economic commission for europe (unece) convention on access to information , public participation in decision-making and access to justice in environmental matters23 (‘the aarhus convention’)¨ regarding access to information , public participation in decision-making , and access to justice in environmental matters , in particular the provisions relating to public participation and to access to justice remain applicable.


### (12) the provisions of the united nations economic commission for europe (unece) convention on access to information , public participation in decision-making and access to justice in environmental matters23 (‘the aarhus convention’)¨ regarding access to information , public participation in decision-making , and access to justice in environmental matters , in particular the provisions relating to public participation and to access to justice remain applicable , where relevant. ### (12) the provisions of the united nations economic commission for europe (unece) convention on access to information , public participation in decision-making and access to justice in environmental matters23 (‘the aarhus convention’)¨ regarding access to information , public participation in decision-making , and access to justice in environmental matters , in particular the provisions relating to public participation and to access to justice remain applicable , where relevant. it follows that member state plans on the designation of renewables go-to areas should be subject to public consultation.


### (15) the designation of renewables go-to areas should allow renewable energy plants , their grid connection as well as co-located energy storage facilities located in these areas to benefit from predictability and streamlined administrative procedures. in particular , projects located in renewable go-to areas should benefit from accelerated administrative procedures , including a tacit agreement in case of a lack of response by the competent authority on an administrative step by the established deadline , unless the specific project is subject to an environmental impact assessment. these projects should also benefit from clearly delimited deadlines and legal certainty as regards the expected outcome of the procedure. following the application for projects in a renewables go-to area , member states should carry out a fast screening of such applications with the aim to identify if any of such projects is highly likely to give rise to significant unforeseen adverse effects in view of the environmental sensitivity of the geographic area where they are located that were not identified during the environmental assessment of the plan or plans designating renewables go-to areas carried out in accordance with directive 2001/42/ec. all projects located in renewables go-to areas should be deemed approved at the end of such screening process. only if member states have clear evidence to consider that a specific project is highly likely to give rise to such significant unforeseen adverse effects , member states should , after motivating such decision , subject such project to an environmental assessment in accordance with directive 2011/92/ec and , where relevant , directive 92/43/eec25 . given the need to accelerate the deployment of renewable energy sources , such assessment should be carried out within six months. ### (15) the designation of renewables go-to areas should allow renewable energy plants , their grid connection as well as co-located energy storage facilities located in these areas to benefit from predictability and streamlined administrative procedures. in particular , projects located in renewable go-to areas should benefit from accelerated administrative procedures , unless the specific project is subject to an environmental impact assessment. these projects should also benefit from clearly delimited deadlines and legal certainty as regards the expected outcome of the procedure. following the application for projects in a renewables go-to area , member states should carry out a fast screening of such applications with the aim to identify if any of such projects is highly likely to give rise to significant unforeseen adverse effects in view of the environmental sensitivity of the geographic area where they are located that were not identified during the environmental assessment of the plan or plans designating renewables go-to areas carried out in accordance with directive 2001/42/ec. all projects located in renewables go-to areas should be deemed approved at the end of such screening process. only if member states have clear evidence to consider that a specific project is highly likely to give rise to such significant unforeseen adverse effects , member states should , after motivating such decision , subject such project to an environmental assessment in accordance with directive 2011/92/ec and , where relevant , directive 92/43/eec25 . given the need to accelerate the deployment of renewable energy sources , such assessment should be carried out within six months.