### (3) the union’s extractive industry is key to achieving the aims of the european green deal and the eu industrial strategy , including its update. raw materials are of strategic importance for the digital and green transition , the energy , materials and circular economy transformation and to strengthen eu economic resilience. in order to achieve these objectives , sustainable domestic capacities need to be further developed. this requires effective , tailored and harmonised measures to ensure that the best available techniques are established and employed , thus applying processes that are both the most efficient and have the lowest possible impacts on human health and the environment . the governance mechanisms of directive 2010/75/eu that closely associate industry experts to the development of consensual and tailored environmental requirements will support the sustainable growth of those activities in the union. the development and availability of commonly agreed standards will level the union’s playing field while ensuring a high level of protection of human health and the environment. it is therefore appropriate to include those activities within the scope of directive 2010/75/eu. ### (3) accelerating the transition to a circular and sustainable economy is key to achieving the aims of the european green deal and the eu industrial strategy , including its update. a reduction of raw materials is of strategic importance for the digital and green transition , the energy , materials and circular economy transformation towards a sustainable and fair economy within the boundaries of the planet. in order to achieve these objectives , sustainable domestic capacities need to be further developed. this requires effective , tailored and harmonised measures to ensure that the best available techniques are established and employed , thus applying processes that are both the most efficient and only when proven beneficial for human and animal health and welfare , biodiversity and the environment . the development and availability of commonly agreed standards will level the union’s playing field while ensuring a high level of protection of human and animal health and welfare , biodiversity and the environment. it is therefore appropriate to include those activities within the scope of directive 2010/75/eu.


### (3) the union’s extractive industry is key to achieving the aims of the european green deal and the eu industrial strategy , including its update. raw materials are of strategic importance for the digital and green transition , the energy , materials and circular economy transformation and to strengthen eu economic resilience. in order to achieve these objectives , sustainable domestic capacities need to be further developed. this requires effective , tailored and harmonised measures to ensure that the best available techniques are established and employed , thus applying processes that are both the most efficient and have the lowest possible impacts on human health and the environment . the governance mechanisms of directive 2010/75/eu that closely associate industry experts to the development of consensual and tailored environmental requirements will support the sustainable growth of those activities in the union. the development and availability of commonly agreed standards will level the union’s playing field while ensuring a high level of protection of human health and the environment. it is therefore appropriate to include those activities within the scope of directive 2010/75/eu. ### (3) accelerating the transition to a circular and sustainable economy is key to achieving the aims of the european green deal and the eu industrial strategy , including its update. a reduction of raw materials is of strategic importance for the digital and green transition , the energy , materials and circular economy transformation towards a sustainable and fair economy within the boundaries of the planet. in order to achieve these objectives , sustainable domestic capacities need to be further developed. this requires effective , tailored and harmonised measures to ensure that the best available techniques are established and employed , thus applying processes that are both the most efficient and only when proven beneficial for human and animal health and welfare , biodiversity and the environment . the development and availability of commonly agreed standards will level the union’s playing field while ensuring a high level of protection of human health and the environment. it is therefore appropriate to include those activities within the scope of directive 2010/75/eu.


### (4) rearing of pigs , poultry and cattle cause significant pollutant emissions into the air and water. in order to reduce such pollutant emissions , including ammonia , methane , nitrates and greenhouse gas emissions and thereby improve air , water and soil quality , it is necessary to lower the threshold above which pigs and poultry installations are included within the scope of directive 2010/75/eu and to include also cattle farming within that scope. relevant bat requirements take into consideration the nature , size , density and complexity of these installations , including the specificities of pasture based cattle rearing systems , where animals are only seasonally reared in indoor installations , and the range of environmental impacts they may have. the proportionality requirements in bats aim to incentivise farmers to implement the necessary transition towards increasingly environmentally friendly agricultural practices. ### (4) animal farming , especially the rearing of pigs , poultry and cattle cause significant pollutant emissions into the air , soil and water and severe damage to the climate. in order to reduce such pollutant emissions , including ammonia , methane , nitrates and greenhouse gas emissions and thereby improve air , water and soil quality , the number of farmed animals should be reduced drastically , additionally , it is crucial to lower the threshold above which pigs and poultry installations are included within the scope of directive 2010/75/eu and it is inevitable to include cattle farming within that scope to meet the commitments made under the global methane pledge. the establishment and expansion of industrial livestock installations shall not be granted a permit. relevant bat requirements take into consideration the nature , size , density and complexity of these installations , including the specificities of pasture based cattle rearing systems , where animals are only seasonally reared in indoor installations , animal welfare and the range of environmental impacts they may have. the proportionality requirements in bats aim to incentivise farmers to implement the necessary transition towards increasingly environmentally and animal friendlier agricultural practices , with emphasis on the protein transition. bat requirements should be consulted with environmental and animal ngos on a regular basis.


### (9) in order to foster energy efficiency of installations within the scope of directive 2010/75/eu which are carrying out activities listed in annex i to directive 2003/87/ec , it is appropriate to submit those installations to energy efficiency requirements in respect of combustion units or other units emitting carbon dioxide on the site. ### (9) in order to foster energy efficiency of installations within the scope of directive 2010/75/eu which are carrying out activities listed in annex i to directive 2003/87/ec , it is appropriate to apply the energy efficiency first principle and submit those installations to energy efficiency and resource efficiency requirements in respect of combustion units or other units emitting carbon dioxide on the site. energy and resource efficiency are key areas of action , without which the achievements of objectives pursuant to regulation (eu) 2021/1119 cannot be achieved.


### (15) providing a high level of protection of human health and the environment as a whole requires inter alia the establishment in permits of emission limit values at a level that ensures compliance with the applicable emission levels associated with the best available techniques set out in the bat conclusions. emission levels associated with the best available techniques (bat-aels) are usually expressed as ranges , rather than as single values , to reflect the differences within a given type of installations that result in variations in the environmental performances achieved when applying bat. for example , a given bat will not deliver the same performance for different installations , some bats may not be suitable for use in certain installations , or a combination of bats may be more effective on some pollutants or environmental media than others. the achievement of a high level of protection of human health and the environment as a whole has been jeopardised by the practice of setting emission limit values at the laxest end of the range of emission levels associated with the best available techniques , without considering the potential of a given installation to achieve lower emission levels through the application of best available techniques. such practice discourages frontrunners from implementing more effective techniques , and hinders the achievement of a level-playing field at a high level of protection of human health and the environment. competent authorities should therefore be required to set in permits the lowest possible emission limit values which reflect the performance of bat for the specific installations , taking into consideration the whole range of bat-aels and aiming at the best environmental performance possible for the installations; unless the operator demonstrates that applying best available techniques as described in the bat conclusions only allows the concerned installation to meeting less strict emission limit values. ### (15) providing a high level of protection of human and animal health and welfare , biodiversity and the environment as a whole requires inter alia the establishment in permits of emission limit values at a level that ensures compliance with the applicable emission levels associated with the best available techniques set out in the bat conclusions. emission levels associated with the best available techniques (bat-aels) are usually expressed as ranges , rather than as single values , to reflect the differences within a given type of installations that result in variations in the environmental performances achieved when applying bat. for example , a given bat will not deliver the same performance for different installations , some bats may not be suitable for use in certain installations , or a combination of bats may be more effective on some pollutants or environmental media than others. before considering the potential of a given installation to achieve lower emission levels through the application of best available techniques , effects on nature , environment and the health and welfare of humans and animals will be thoroughly assessed. technological and other solutions with the aim of reducing emissions from animal farming , such as permanent indoor housing , air scrubbers and low-emission stable floors that require a significant investment from farmers will not fall under best available techniques. such practices hinder the achievement of a level-playing field at a high level of protection of human and animal health and welfare , biodiversity and the environment. competent authorities should therefore be required to set in permits the lowest possible emission limit values which reflect the performance of bat for the specific installations , taking into consideration the whole range of bat-aels and aiming at the best environmental performance possible for the installations.


### (16) the contribution of directive 2010/75/eu to resource and energy efficiency and circular economy in the union should be made more effective , taking into consideration the ‘energy efficiency first’ as a guiding principle of the union energy policy. therefore , the permits should establish , where possible , mandatory environmental performance limit values on consumption and resource efficiency levels , including on the use of water , energy and recycled materials , based on the environmental performance levels associated with the best available techniques (bat aepls) set out in decisions on bat conclusions. ### (16) the contribution of directive 2010/75/eu to resource and energy efficiency and circular economy in the union should be made more effective , by applying the ‘energy efficiency first’ as a guiding principle of the union energy policy. therefore , the permits should establish mandatory environmental performance limit values on consumption and resource efficiency levels , including on the consumption of water , energy and raw materials , and their reuse based on the environmental performance levels associated with the best available techniques (bat aepls) set out in decisions on bat conclusions.


### (29) in order to ensure that directive 2010/75/eu continues meeting its objectives to prevent or reduce emissions of pollutants and achieve a high level of protection of human health and the environment , the power to adopt acts in accordance with article 290 tfeu should be delegated to the commission to supplement that directive in order to establish operating rules containing requirements for activities relating to rearing of poultry , pigs and cattle , and to amend annexes i and ia to that directive by adding an agro-industrial activity to ensure that it meets its objectives to prevent or reduce pollutants emissions and achieve a high level of protection of human health and the environment. it is of particular importance that the commission carry out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work , including at expert level , and that those consultations be conducted in accordance with the principles laid down in the interinstitutional agreement on better law-making of 13 april 201677 . in particular , to ensure equal participation in the preparation of delegated acts , the european parliament and the council receive all documents at the same time as member states' experts , and their experts systematically have access to meetings of commission expert groups dealing with the preparation of delegated acts. ### (29) in order to ensure that directive 2010/75/eu continues meeting its objectives to prevent and reduce emissions of pollutants and achieve a high level of protection of human and animal health and welfare , biodiversity and the environment , the power to adopt acts in accordance with article 290 tfeu should be delegated to the commission to supplement that directive in order to establish operating rules containing requirements for activities relating to rearing of poultry , pigs and cattle , and to amend annexes i and ia to that directive by adding an agro-industrial activity to ensure that it meets its objectives to prevent and reduce pollutants emissions and achieve a high level of protection of human and animal health and welfare , biodiversity and the environment and to meet the commitments made under the global methane pledge. it is of particular importance that the commission carry out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work , including at expert level and with scientists and environmental and animal welfare ngos , and that those consultations be conducted in accordance with the principles laid down in the interinstitutional agreement on better law-making of 13 april 201677 . in particular , to ensure equal participation in the preparation of delegated acts , the european parliament and the council receive all documents at the same time as member states' experts , and their experts systematically have access to meetings of commission expert groups dealing with the preparation of delegated acts.


### it also lays down rules designed to prevent or , where that is not practicable , to reduce emissions into air , water and land and to prevent the generation of waste , in order to achieve a high level of protection of human health and the environment taken as a whole.. ### it also lays down rules designed to prevent or and to significantly reduce emissions into air , water and land and to prevent the generation of waste , in order to achieve a high level of protection of human and animal health and welfare , the biodiversity and the environment.


### (3) ‘installation’ means a stationary technical unit within which one or more activities listed in annex i , in annex ia or in part 1 of annex vii are carried out , and any other directly associated activities on the same site which have a technical connection with the activities listed in those annexes and which could have an effect on emissions and pollution;; ### (3) ‘installation’ means a stationary technical unit within which one or more activities listed in annex i , in annex ia or in part 1 of annex vii are carried out , and any other directly associated activities on the same site which have a technical connection with the activities listed in those annexes and which could have an effect on emissions , pollution and consumption of natural resources including water , energy , and raw materials;’;


### (3) ‘installation’ means a stationary technical unit within which one or more activities listed in annex i , in annex ia or in part 1 of annex vii are carried out , and any other directly associated activities on the same site which have a technical connection with the activities listed in those annexes and which could have an effect on emissions and pollution;; ### (3) ‘installation’ means a stationary technical unit within which one or more activities listed in annex i , in annex ia , including agricultural activities , or in part 1 of annex vii are carried out , and any other directly associated activities on the same site which have a technical connection with the activities listed in those annexes and which could have an effect on emissions and pollution;


### (13a) ‘environmental performance levels associated with the best available techniques’ means the range of environmental performance levels , except emission levels , obtained under normal operating conditions using a bat or a combination of bats;. ### (13a) ‘environmental performance levels associated with the best available techniques’ means the range of environmental performance levels , except emission levels , obtained under normal operating conditions using a bat or a combination of bats; including , but without being limited to:


### (53) ‘‘benchmarks’ means the indicative range of environmental performance levels associated with best available techniques , other than emission levels , and may include: ### (53) ‘‘benchmarks’ means the range of environmental performance levels associated with the most effective best available techniques , other than emission levels and shall include , at least , but without being limited to:


### resource efficiency levels and reuse levels covering materials , water and energy resources; ### resource efficiency levels and reuse levels;


### waste and other levels obtained under specified reference conditions. ### levels of covering materials;


### 1. in order to draw up , review and , where necessary , update bat reference documents , the commission shall organise an exchange of information between member states , the industries concerned , non-governmental organisations promoting environmental protection , the european chemicals agency and the commission. ### 1. in order to draw up , review and , where necessary , update bat reference documents , the commission shall organise an exchange of information between member states , the industries concerned , non-governmental organisations promoting environmental protection , the european chemicals agency and the commission.


### without prejudice to union competition law , information considered as confidential business information or commercially sensitive information shall only be shared with the commission and with the following individuals having signed a confidentiality and non-disclosure agreement: civil servants and other public employees representing member states or union agencies , and representatives of non-governmental organisations promoting the protection of human health or the environment. the exchange of information considered as confidential business information or sensitive commercial information shall remain limited to what is required to draw up , review and , where necessary , update bat reference documents , and such confidential business information or sensitive commercial information shall not be used for other purposes.. ### without prejudice to union competition law , information considered as confidential business information or commercially sensitive information shall only be shared with the commission and with the following individuals having signed a confidentiality and non-disclosure agreement: civil servants and other public employees representing member states or union agencies , and representatives of non-governmental organisations promoting the protection of human health or the environment. the exchange of information considered as confidential business information or sensitive commercial information shall remain limited to what is required to draw up , review and , where necessary , update bat reference documents and such sensitive or commercial information shall not be used for other purposes.


### (bb) suitable monitoring requirements for the consumption and reuse of resources such as energy , water and raw materials;; ### (bb) suitable monitoring requirements for the consumption and reuse of resources such as energy , water , virgin and secondary raw materials;’


### the competent authority shall set the strictest possible emission limit values that are consistent with the lowest emissions achievable by applying bat in the installation , and that ensure that , under normal operating conditions , emissions do not exceed the emission levels associated with the best available techniques (bat-aels) as laid down in the decisions on bat conclusions referred to in article 13(5). the emission limit values shall be based on an assessment by the operator analysing the feasibility of meeting the strictest end of the bat-ael range and demonstrating the best performance the installation can achieve by applying bat as described in bat conclusions. the emission limit values shall be set through either of the following: ### the competent authority shall set the strictest possible emission limit values that are consistent with the lowest emissions achievable by applying the most effective bat(s) in the installation , and that ensure that , under normal operating conditions , emissions do not exceed the emission levels associated with the best available techniques (bat-aels) as laid down in the decisions on bat conclusions referred to in article 13(5). the emission limit values shall be based on an assessment by the operator analysing the technical non-feasibility of meeting the strictest end of the bat-ael range and demonstrating the best performance the installation can achieve by applying the most effective bat(s)as described in bat conclusions at optimal operations conditions. the assessment shall be made public , in an easily accessible form. the emission limit values shall be set through either of the following:


### member states shall , where appropriate , encourage the development and application of emerging techniques , in particular where such techniques have been identified in the bat conclusions , the bat reference documents or the findings of the innovation centre for industrial transformation and emissions referred to in article 27a.. ### member states shall , where appropriate , encourage and support the development and application of emerging techniques , in particular where such techniques have been identified in the bat conclusions , the bat reference documents or the findings of the innovation centre for industrial transformation and emissions referred to in article 27a. special attention shall be given to early application of emerging techniques.


### (12) to ensure the protection of human health and the environment as a whole , synergies and coordination with other relevant union environmental legislation are necessary , at all stages of its implementation. therefore , all relevant competent authorities that ensure compliance with relevant union environmental legislation should be duly consulted before the granting of a permit under directive 2010/75/eu. ### (12) to ensure the protection of human and animal health and welfare , biodiversity and the environment as a whole , synergies and coordination with other relevant union environmental legislation are necessary , at all stages of its implementation. therefore , all relevant competent authorities that ensure compliance with relevant union environmental legislation should be duly consulted before considering the granting of a permit under directive 2010/75/eu.


### (27) in light of the high number of rearing installations that should be included within the scope of directive 2010/75/eu , and the relative simplicity of the processes and emissions patterns of such installations , it is appropriate to set out specific administrative procedures for issuing permits and for the operation of the relevant activities which are adapted to the sector , without prejudice to requirements related to public information and participation , montoring and compliance. ### (27) in light of the additional rearing installations that should be included within the scope of directive 2010/75/eu , and the relative simplicity of the processes and emissions patterns of such installations , it is appropriate to set out specific administrative procedures for extensive installations with a significantly lower number and density of animals for issuing permits and for the operation of the relevant activities which are adapted to the sector , without prejudice to requirements related to public information and participation , monitoring and compliance. all other installations within the scope of directive 2010/75/eu will follow the requirements set out in article 11 regarding the general principles governing the basic obligations of the operator and article 12 regarding the applications for permits.


### 1. this directive shall apply to the industrial activities giving rise to pollution referred to in chapters ii to via.. ### 1. this directive shall apply to the industrial activities giving rise to pollution referred to in chapters ii to via , including agricultural activities , which is essential to reduce pollutants and ghg emissions.


### (7) the communication from the commission of 10 march 2020 entitled ‘a new industrial strategy for europe’ is reflecting an ambitious industrial strategy for europe to lead the twin transitions towards climate neutrality and digital leadership. the communication stresses the support , among others , to the development of key enabling technologies that are strategically important for europe’s industrial future , including high performance computing and quantum technologies. ### (7) the communication from the commission of 10 march 2020 entitled ‘a new industrial strategy for europe’ is reflecting an ambitious industrial strategy for europe to lead the twin transitions towards climate neutrality and digital leadership. the communication stresses the support , among others , to the development of key enabling technologies that are strategically important for europe’s industrial future , including high performance computing and quantum technologies. the development of high performance computing and the implementation of its infractuctures should be a strategic instrument for the reinforcement of sme's and their resilience , while at the same time combating regional disparities , focusing in quality of jobs and contributing to the fight against the climate changes.


### (9) europe’s leading role in the data economy , its scientific excellence , and its industrial strength increasingly depend on its ability to develop key high performance computing technologies , as well as to provide access to world-class supercomputing and data infrastructures , and to maintain its present leadership in high performance computing applications. high performance computing is a mainstream technology for the digital transformation of the european economy , enabling many traditional industrial sectors to innovate with higher value products and services. in combination with other advanced digital technologies such as artificial intelligence , big data and cloud technologies , high performance computing is paving the way towards innovative societal and industrial applications in critical areas for europe such as personalised medicine , weather forecast and climate change , smart and green development and transport , new materials for clean energy , drug design and virtual testing , sustainable agriculture , or engineering and manufacturing. ### (9) europe’s leading role in the data economy , its scientific excellence , and its industrial strength increasingly depend on its ability to develop key high performance computing technologies , as well as to provide access to world-class supercomputing and data infrastructures , and to maintain its present leadership in high performance computing applications. high performance computing is a mainstream technology for the digital transformation of the european economy , enabling many traditional industrial sectors to innovate with higher value products and services. in combination with other advanced digital technologies such as artificial intelligence , big data and cloud technologies , high performance computing is paving the way towards innovative societal and industrial applications in critical areas for europe such as personalised medicine , weather forecast and climate change , smart and green development and transport , new materials for sustainable clean energy technologies , drug design and virtual testing , sustainable agriculture , or engineering and manufacturing.


### (11) global events such as the covid-19 pandemic have shown the importance of investing in high performance computing and health-related modelling platforms and tools , as they are playing a key role in the fight against the pandemic , often in combination with other digital technologies such as big data and artificial intelligence. high performance computing is being used to accelerate the identification and production of treatments , to predict the virus’ spread , to help plan the distribution of medical supplies and resources , and to simulate post-epidemic exit measures in order to evaluate different scenarios. high performance computing modelling platforms and tools are critical tools for the current and future pandemics , and they will play a key role in health and personalised medicine. ### (11) global events such as the covid-19 pandemic have shown the importance of investing in high performance computing and health-related modelling platforms and tools , as they are playing a key role in the fight against the pandemic , often in combination with other digital technologies such as big data and artificial intelligence. high performance computing is being used to accelerate the identification and production of treatments , to predict the virus’ spread , to help plan the distribution of medical supplies and resources , and to simulate post-epidemic exit measures in order to evaluate different scenarios. high performance computing modelling platforms and tools are critical tools for the current and future pandemics , and they will play an important role in health sector.


### (15) in order for the union and its member states to reach technological autonomy in key digital technologies such as high performance computing and quantum computing , they should invest in next generation low-power supercomputing technologies , innovative software and advanced supercomputing systems for exascale and post-exascale computing and quantum computing , and for innovative supercomputing and data applications for medicine , the environment , manufacturing and engineering. this should allow the european supply industry to thrive in a wide range of key technology and application areas that reach beyond high performance computing and quantum computing and , in the long run , feed broader ict markets with such technologies. it would also support the high performance computing and quantum computing science and user industry to undergo a digital transformation and boost its innovation potential. ### (15) in order for the union and its member states to reach technological autonomy in key digital technologies such as high performance computing and quantum computing , they should invest in next generation highly energy efficient supercomputing technologies , innovative software and advanced supercomputing systems for exascale and post-exascale computing and quantum computing , and for innovative supercomputing and data applications for medicine , the environment , manufacturing and engineering. this should allow the european supply industry to thrive in a wide range of key technology and application areas that reach beyond high performance computing and quantum computing and , in the long run , feed broader ict markets with such technologies. it would also support the high performance computing and quantum computing science and user industry to undergo a digital transformation and boost its innovation potential.


### (17) a joint undertaking represents the best instrument capable to implement the strategic eu vision in high performance computing and quantum computing , ensuring that the union enjoys world-class supercomputing , quantum computing and data capabilities according to its economic potential , matching the needs of european users , and with the required strategic autonomy in critical high performance computing and quantum computing technologies. the joint undertaking is the best instrument to overcome the present limitations , as described in the staff working document accompanying this regulation , while offering the highest economic , societal , and environmental impact and best safeguarding the union’s interests in high performance computing and quantum computing. it can pool resources from the union , the member states and countries associated to horizon europe and the digital europe programme or the connecting europe facility and the private sector. it can implement a procurement framework and operate world-class high performance computing and quantum computing systems. it can launch research and innovation programmes for developing european technologies and their subsequent integration in world-class supercomputing systems. ### (17) a joint undertaking represents the best available instrument capable to implement the strategic eu vision in high performance computing and quantum computing , ensuring that the union enjoys world-class supercomputing , quantum computing and data capabilities according to its economic potential , matching the needs of european users , and with the required strategic autonomy in critical high performance computing and quantum computing technologies. the joint undertaking is the best instrument to overcome the present limitations , as described in the staff working document accompanying this regulation , while offering the highest economic , societal , and environmental impact and best safeguarding the union’s interests in high performance computing and quantum computing. it can pool resources from the union , the member states and countries associated to horizon europe and the digital europe programme or the connecting europe facility and the private sector. it can implement a procurement framework and operate world-class high performance computing and quantum computing systems. it can launch research and innovation programmes for developing european technologies and their subsequent integration in world-class supercomputing systems.


### (18) the eurohpc joint undertaking is part of the institutionalised partnerships portfolio under horizon europe which should strive to strengthen eu scientific capacities to deal with emerging threats and future challenges in a reinforced european research area; secure sustainability-driven eu value chains and eu strategic autonomy in key technologies and industries; and enhance the uptake of innovative solutions addressing climate , environmental , health and other global societal challenges in line with union strategic priorities , including to reach climate neutrality in the union in 2050. ### (18) the eurohpc joint undertaking is part of the institutionalised partnerships portfolio under horizon europe which should strive to strengthen eu scientific capacities to deal with emerging threats and future challenges in a reinforced european research area; secure sustainability-driven eu value chains and eu strategic autonomy in key technologies and industries; and enhance the uptake of innovative solutions addressing climate , environmental , health and other global societal challenges in line with union strategic priorities , including to reach climate neutrality in the union in 2050 at the latest.


### (26) the joint undertaking should contribute to reducing the specific skills gap across the union by engaging in awareness raising measures and assisting in the building of new knowledge and human capital. ### (26) the joint undertaking should contribute to reducing the specific skills gap across the union by engaging in awareness raising measures and assisting in the building of new knowledge and human capital promoting gender balanced representation , in hpc carrer paths.


### (30) in order to achieve its objectives to design , develop and use the most innovative technologies in high performance computing and quantum computing , the joint undertaking should provide financial support in particular in the form of grants and procurement following open and competitive calls for proposals and calls for tenders based on annual work programmes. such financial support should be targeted in particular at proven market failures that prevent the development of the programme concerned , should not crowd-out private investments and should have an incentive effect in that it changes the behaviour of the recipient. ### (30) in order to achieve its objectives to design , develop and use the most innovative technologies in high performance computing and quantum computing , the joint undertaking should provide financial support in particular in the form of grants and procurement following open , fair , transparent and competitive calls for proposals and calls for tenders based on annual work programmes. such financial support should be targeted in particular at proven market failures that prevent the development of the programme concerned , should not crowd-out private investments and should have an incentive effect in that it changes the behaviour of the recipient.


### (32) the joint undertaking should provide a demand-oriented and user-driven framework and enable a co-design approach for the acquisition of an integrated , world-class federated , secure and hyper-connected supercomputing and quantum computing service and data infrastructure in the union , in order to equip users with the strategic computation resource they need to develop new , innovative solutions and to solve societal , environmental , economic and security challenges. for this purpose , the joint undertaking should contribute to the acquisition of world-class supercomputers. the supercomputers of the joint undertaking , including quantum computers , should be installed in a participating state that is a member state. ### (32) the joint undertaking should provide a demand-oriented and user-driven framework and enable a co-design approach for the acquisition of an integrated , world-class federated , secure and hyper-connected supercomputing and quantum computing service and data infrastructure in the union , in order to equip users with the strategic computation resource they need to develop new , innovative solutions and to solve societal , environmental , economic challenges. for this purpose , the joint undertaking should contribute to the acquisition of world-class supercomputers. the supercomputers of the joint undertaking , including quantum computers , should be installed in a participating state that is a member state.


### (37) the joint undertaking should be the owner of the high-end supercomputers and quantum computers it has acquired. the operation of each high-end supercomputer or quantum computer should be entrusted to a hosting entity. the hosting entity should be able to represent a single participating state that is a member state or a hosting consortium of participating states. the hosting entity should be in position to provide an accurate estimate and to verify the operating costs of the supercomputer , by ensuring , for example , the functional separation , and to the extent possible , the physical separation of the joint undertaking’s high-end supercomputers or quantum computers and any national or regional computing systems it operates. the hosting entity should be selected by the governing board of the joint undertaking (‘governing board’) following a call for expression of interest evaluated by independent experts. once a hosting entity is selected , the participating state where the hosting entity is established or the hosting consortium should be able to decide to call for other participating states to join and contribute to the funding of the high-end supercomputer or quantum computer to be installed in the selected hosting entity. if additional participating states join the selected hosting consortium , this should be without prejudice to the union’s access time to the supercomputers. the contributions of the participating states in a hosting consortium to the supercomputer or quantum computer should be translated into shares of access time to that supercomputer or quantum computer. the participating states should agree among themselves the distribution of their share of access time to the supercomputer or the quantum computer. ### (37) the joint undertaking should be the owner of the high-end supercomputers and quantum computers it has acquired. the operation of each high-end supercomputer or quantum computer should be entrusted to a hosting entity. the hosting entity should be able to represent a single participating state that is a member state or a hosting consortium of participating states. the hosting entity should be in position to provide an accurate estimate and to verify the operating costs of the supercomputer , by ensuring , for example , the functional separation , and to the extent possible , the physical separation of the joint undertaking’s high-end supercomputers or quantum computers and any national or regional computing systems it operates. the hosting entity should be selected by the governing board of the joint undertaking (‘governing board’) following a open , fair and transparent call for expression of interest evaluated by independent experts. once a hosting entity is selected , the participating state where the hosting entity is established or the hosting consortium should be able to decide to call for other participating states to join and contribute to the funding of the high-end supercomputer or quantum computer to be installed in the selected hosting entity. if additional participating states join the selected hosting consortium , this should be without prejudice to the union’s access time to the supercomputers. the contributions of the participating states in a hosting consortium to the supercomputer or quantum computer should be translated into shares of access time to that supercomputer or quantum computer. the participating states should agree among themselves the distribution of their share of access time to the supercomputer or the quantum computer.


### (39) the joint undertaking should jointly with participating states acquire the mid-range supercomputers. the operation of each mid-range supercomputer should be entrusted to a hosting entity. the hosting entity should be able to represent a single participating state that is a member state or a hosting consortium of participating states. the joint undertaking should own the part that corresponds to the union's share of financial contribution to the acquisition costs from digital europe programme funds. the hosting entity should be selected by the governing board following a call for expression of interest evaluated by independent experts. the share of the union's access time to each mid-range supercomputer should be directly proportional to the financial contribution of the union from digital europe programme funds to the acquisition costs of that mid-range supercomputer. the joint undertaking should be able to transfer its ownership to the hosting entity or when it is being wound up. the hosting entity should reimburse the joint undertaking the residual value of the supercomputer. ### (39) the joint undertaking should jointly with participating states acquire the mid-range supercomputers. the operation of each mid-range supercomputer should be entrusted to a hosting entity. the hosting entity should be able to represent a single participating state that is a member state or a hosting consortium of participating states. the joint undertaking should own the part that corresponds to the union's share of financial contribution to the acquisition costs from digital europe programme funds. the hosting entity should be selected by the governing board following a open , fair and transparent call for expression of interest evaluated by independent experts. the share of the union's access time to each mid-range supercomputer should be directly proportional to the financial contribution of the union from digital europe programme funds to the acquisition costs of that mid-range supercomputer. the joint undertaking should be able to transfer its ownership to the hosting entity or when it is being wound up. the hosting entity should reimburse the joint undertaking the residual value of the supercomputer.


### (40) the joint undertaking should be able to acquire together with the private members or a consortium of private partners industrial-grade supercomputers. the operation of each such supercomputer should be entrusted to an existing hosting entity. the hosting entity should be able to associate itself with the private members or the consortium of private partners for the acquisition and operation of such supercomputer. the joint undertaking should own the part that corresponds to the union's share of financial contribution to the acquisition costs from digital europe programme funds. the hosting entity and its associated private members or consortium of private partners should be selected by the governing board following a call for expression of interest evaluated by independent experts. the share of the union's access time to such supercomputer should be directly proportional to the financial contribution of the union from digital europe programme funds to the acquisition costs of that industrial-grade supercomputer. the joint undertaking should be able to reach an agreement with the private members or the consortium of private partners to sell such supercomputer to another entity or decommission it. alternatively , the joint undertaking should be able to transfer the ownership of such supercomputer to the private members or the consortium of private partners. in this case or when the joint undertaking is being would-up , the private members or the consortium of private partners should reimburse the joint undertaking the residual value of the union’s share of the supercomputer. in the case the joint undertaking and the private members or the consortium of private partners decide to proceed to the decommissioning of the supercomputer after the full depreciation of its operation , such costs should be covered by the private members or the consortium of private partners. ### (40) the joint undertaking should be able to acquire together with the private members or a consortium of private partners industrial-grade supercomputers. the operation of each such supercomputer should be entrusted to an existing hosting entity. the hosting entity should be able to associate itself with the private members or the consortium of private partners for the acquisition and operation of such supercomputer. the joint undertaking should own the part that corresponds to the union's share of financial contribution to the acquisition costs from digital europe programme funds. the hosting entity and its associated private members or consortium of private partners should be selected by the governing board following a open , fair and transparent call for expression of interest evaluated by independent experts. the share of the union's access time to such supercomputer should be directly proportional to the financial contribution of the union from digital europe programme funds to the acquisition costs of that industrial-grade supercomputer. the joint undertaking should be able to reach an agreement with the private members or the consortium of private partners to sell such supercomputer to another entity or decommission it. alternatively , the joint undertaking should be able to transfer the ownership of such supercomputer to the private members or the consortium of private partners. in this case or when the joint undertaking is being would-up , the private members or the consortium of private partners should reimburse the joint undertaking the residual value of the union’s share of the supercomputer. in the case the joint undertaking and the private members or the consortium of private partners decide to proceed to the decommissioning of the supercomputer after the full depreciation of its operation , such costs should be covered by the private members or the consortium of private partners.


### (42) the design and operation of the supercomputers supported by the joint undertaking should take into consideration energy efficiency and environmental sustainability , using for example low-power technology , dynamic power-saving and re-use techniques like advanced cooling and heat recycling. ### (42) the current environmental footprint of the ict sector is estimated to be between 5 to 9% of the world 's total electricity use and more 2% of all emissions , a large part of which is due data centres cloud services and connectivity. therefore , it is of paramount importance that the design and operation of the supercomputers supported by the joint undertaking are in line with energy efficiency first principle , environmental sustainability and circularity , using for example electricity produced from renewable sources , low-power technology , dynamic power-saving and re-use techniques like advanced cooling and heat recycling.


### (43) the use of the supercomputers of the joint undertaking should be primarily for civilian applications for public and private users residing , established or located in a member state or in a country associated to the digital europe programme and to horizon europe. users should be granted access time according to access policy rules defined by the governing board. the use of these supercomputers should also respect international agreements concluded by the union. ### (43) the use of the supercomputers of the joint undertaking should be only for civilian applications for public and private users residing , established or located in a member state or in a country associated to the digital europe programme and to horizon europe. users should be granted access time according to access policy rules defined by the governing board. the use of these supercomputers should also respect international agreements concluded by the union.


### (44) user allocation of access time to the supercomputers of the joint undertaking should be free of charge for public users. it should also be free of charge for private users for their applications related to research and innovation activities funded by horizon europe or the digital europe programme , as well as for private innovation activities of smes , where appropriate. such allocation of access time should primarily be based on open calls for expression of interest launched by the joint undertaking and evaluated by independent experts. with the exception of sme users undertaking private innovation activities , all users benefiting from free-of-charge access time to the supercomputers of the joint undertaking should adopt an open science approach and disseminate knowledge gained through this access , in accordance with the horizon europe regulation. user allocation of access time for economic activities other than private innovation activities of smes (which face particular market failures) , should be granted on a pay-per-use basis , based on market prices. allocation of access time for such economic activities should be allowed but limited and the level of the fee to be paid should be established by the governing board. the access rights should be allocated in a transparent manner. the governing board should define specific rules to grant access time free of charge , where appropriate , and without a call for expression of interest to initiatives that are considered strategic either by the union or by the governing board. representative examples of strategic initiatives of the union include: destination earth , the human brain project flagship , the “1+ million genomes” initiative , the common european data spaces operating in domains of public interest , and in particular the health data space , the high performance computing centres of excellence and competence centres , the digital innovation hubs , etc. upon union’s request , the joint undertaking should grant direct access time on a temporary or permanent basis to strategic initiatives and existing or future application platforms that it considers essential for providing health-related or other crucial emergency support services for the public good , to emergency and crisis management situations or to cases that the union considers essential for its security and defence. the joint undertaking should be allowed to carry out some limited economic activities for commercial purposes. access should be granted to users residing , established or located in an eu member state or a country associated to the digital europe programme and to horizon europe. the access rights should be equitable to any user and allocated in a transparent manner. the governing board should define and monitor the access rights to the union's share of access time for each supercomputer. ### (44) user allocation of access time to the supercomputers of the joint undertaking should be free of charge for public users. it should also be free of charge for private users for their applications related to research and innovation activities funded by horizon europe or the digital europe programme , as well as for private innovation activities of smes , where appropriate. such allocation of access time should primarily be based on open and transparent calls for expression of interest launched by the joint undertaking and evaluated by independent experts. with the exception of sme users undertaking private innovation activities , all users benefiting from free-of-charge access time to the supercomputers of the joint undertaking should adopt an open science approach and disseminate knowledge gained through this access , in accordance with the horizon europe regulation. user allocation of access time for economic activities other than private innovation activities of smes (which face particular market failures) , should be granted on a pay-per-use basis , based on market prices. allocation of access time for such economic activities should be allowed but limited and the level of the fee to be paid should be established by the governing board. the access rights should be allocated in a transparent manner. the governing board should define specific rules to grant access time free of charge , where appropriate , and without a call for expression of interest to initiatives that are considered strategic either by the union or by the governing board. representative examples of strategic initiatives of the union include: destination earth , the human brain project flagship , the “1+ million genomes” initiative , the common european data spaces operating in domains of public interest , and in particular the health data space , the high performance computing centres of excellence and competence centres , the digital innovation hubs , etc. upon union’s request , the joint undertaking should grant direct access time on a temporary or permanent basis to strategic initiatives and existing or future application platforms that it considers essential for providing health-related or other crucial emergency support services for the public good , to emergency and crisis management situations or to cases that the union considers essential for its security and defence. the joint undertaking should be allowed to carry out some limited economic activities for commercial purposes. access should be granted to users residing , established or located in an eu member state or a country associated to the digital europe programme and to horizon europe. the access rights should be equitable to any user and allocated in a transparent manner. the governing board should define and monitor the access rights to the union's share of access time for each supercomputer.


### to contribute to the implementation of regulation (eu) no xxx establishing horizon europe and in particular article 3 thereof , to deliver scientific , economic , environmental , technological and societal impact from the union's investments in research and innovation , so as to strengthen the scientific and technological bases of the union , deliver on the union strategic priorities , contribute to the realisation of eu objectives and policies , and contribute to tackling global challenges , including the sustainable development goals by following the principles of the agenda 2030 and the paris agreement; ### to contribute to the implementation of regulation (eu) no xxx establishing horizon europe and in particular article 3 thereof , to deliver scientific , economic , environmental , technological and societal impact from the union's investments in research and innovation , so as to strengthen the scientific and technological bases of the union;


### to develop close cooperation and ensure coordination with other european partnerships , including through joint calls , as well as seek synergies with relevant activities and programmes at union , national , and regional level , in particular with those supporting the deployment of innovative solutions , education and regional development , where relevant; ### to develop close cooperation and ensure coordination with other european partnerships , including through joint calls , as well as seek synergies with relevant activities and programmes at union , national , and regional level , in particular with those supporting the deployment of innovative solutions , education and regional development;


### to federate the hyper-connected supercomputing and data infrastructure and interconnect it with the european data spaces and cloud ecosystem for providing computing and data services to a wide range of public and private users in europe; ### to federate the hyper-connected supercomputing and data infrastructure and interconnect it with the european data spaces and cloud ecosystem for providing computing and data services to a wide and geographically balanced range of public and private users in europe;


### to further develop and support a highly competitive and innovative supercomputing and data ecosystem in europe contributing to the standing and technological autonomy of the union in the digital economy , capable to autonomously produce computing technologies and architectures and their integration on leading computing systems , and advanced applications optimised for these systems; ### to further develop and support a highly competitive , innovative and climate friendly supercomputing and data ecosystem in europe contributing to the standing and technological autonomy of the union in the digital economy , capable to autonomously produce computing technologies and architectures and their integration on leading computing systems , and advanced applications optimised for these systems;


### to widen the use of supercomputing services and the development of key skills that european science and industry need. ### to widen the use of supercomputing services and the development of key skills that european science , society , economy , environment and industry need.


### (3) the joint undertaking shall contribute to safeguarding the interests of the union when procuring supercomputers and supporting the development of high performance computing technologies , systems and applications. it shall enable a co-design approach for the acquisition of world-class supercomputers , while safeguarding the security of the supply chain of procured technologies and systems. it shall contribute to the union’s technological autonomy by supporting the development of technologies and applications reinforcing the european hpc technology supply chain and promoting their integration in supercomputing systems that address a large number of societal and industrial needs. ### (3) the joint undertaking shall contribute to safeguarding the interests of the union when procuring supercomputers and supporting the development of high performance computing technologies , systems and applications. it shall enable a co-design approach for the acquisition of world-class supercomputers , while safeguarding the security of the supply chain of procured technologies and systems. it shall contribute to the union’s technological autonomy by supporting the development of technologies and applications reinforcing the european hpc technology supply chain and promoting their integration in supercomputing systems that address a large number of societal and industrial needs. the joint undertaking shall guarantee that high performance computers in the union are accessible exclusively to entities which comply with union law on data protection , privacy and security;


### (ii) support to the interconnection of the supercomputing , and quantum computing data infrastructures with the union's common european data spaces and federated , secure cloud infrastructures; ### (ii) support to the interconnection of the supercomputing , and quantum computing data infrastructures with the union's common european data spaces and federated , secure cloud infrastructures without jeopardising data protection and privacy;


### ii) support , among others , to centres of excellence in high performance computing applications and large-scale high performance computing-enabled pilot demonstrators and test-beds for big data applications and services in a wide range of scientific and industrial sectors. ### ii) support , among others , to centres of excellence in high performance computing applications and large-scale high performance computing-enabled pilot demonstrators and test-beds for big data applications and services in a wide range of scientific , environmental and industrial sectors.


### (5) following a call for expression of interest , the hosting entity referred to in paragraph 2 of this article and the corresponding participating state where the hosting entity is established or the corresponding hosting consortium shall be selected by the governing board through a fair and transparent process based , inter alia , on the following criteria: ### (5) following an open , fair and transparent call for expression of interest , the hosting entity referred to in paragraph 2 of this article and the corresponding participating state where the hosting entity is established or the corresponding hosting consortium shall be selected by the governing board through a fair and transparent process based , inter alia , on the following criteria:


### the plans regarding the supercomputer's energy efficiency and environmental sustainability; ### the plans ensuring the supercomputer's energy efficiency and environmental sustainability;


### (1) the use of eurohpc supercomputers shall be open to users from the public and private sectors and shall primarily focus on civilian applications. except for the industrial-grade eurohpc supercomputers , their use shall be primarily for research and innovation purposes falling under public funding programmes , for public sector applications and for private innovation activities of smes , where appropriate. ### (1) the use of eurohpc supercomputers shall be open to users from the public and private sectors and shall only focus on civilian applications. except for the industrial-grade eurohpc supercomputers , their use shall be primarily for research and innovation purposes falling under public funding programmes , for public sector applications and for private innovation activities of smes , where appropriate.


### (4) the commission shall carry out an interim evaluation of each joint undertaking as part of the horizon europe interim evaluation , as specified in article 47 of regulation (eu) no xxx establishing horizon europe. this evaluation shall be performed with the assistance of independent experts on the basis of a transparent process once there is sufficient information available about the implementation of horizon europe , but no later than four years after the start of horizon europe implementation. the evaluations shall examine how the joint undertaking fulfils its mission according to its economic , technological , scientific , societal and policy objectives , including climate-related objectives , and evaluate the effectiveness , efficiency , relevance , coherence , and union added value of its activities as part of horizon europe , its synergies and complementarities with relevant european , national and , where relevant , regional initiatives , including synergies with other parts of horizon europe (such as missions , clusters or thematic/specific programmes). impacts achieved at union and national level , taking into account the component of synergies and policy retrofitting will be given particular attention. the evaluations shall , where relevant , also include an assessment of the long-term scientific , societal , economic and policy-relevant impact of the joint undertaking and shall include an assessment of the most effective policy intervention mode for any future action , as well as the positioning of any possible renewal of the joint undertaking in the overall european partnerships landscape and its policy priorities. ### (4) the commission shall carry out an interim evaluation of each joint undertaking as part of the horizon europe interim evaluation , as specified in article 47 of regulation (eu) no xxx establishing horizon europe. this evaluation shall be performed with the assistance of independent experts on the basis of a transparent process once there is sufficient information available about the implementation of horizon europe , but no later than four years after the start of horizon europe implementation. the evaluations shall examine how the joint undertaking fulfils its mission according to its economic , technological , scientific , societal and policy objectives , including climate-related objectives , and evaluate the effectiveness , efficiency , relevance , coherence , and union added value of its activities as part of horizon europe , its synergies and complementarities with relevant european , national and , where relevant , regional initiatives , including synergies with other parts of horizon europe (such as missions , clusters or thematic/specific programmes). impacts achieved at union and national level , taking into account the component of synergies and policy retrofitting will be given particular attention. the evaluations shall , where relevant , also include an assessment of the long-term scientific , societal , economic , environmental and policy-relevant impact of the joint undertaking and shall include an assessment of the most effective policy intervention mode for any future action , as well as the positioning of any possible renewal of the joint undertaking in the overall european partnerships landscape and its policy priorities.


### initiate and manage the calls for expression of interest for hosting eurohpc supercomputers and evaluate the offers received , with the support of independent external experts; ### initiate and manage the calls for expression of interest for hosting eurohpc supercomputers and evaluate the offers received , in an open and transparent manner with the support of independent external experts;


### initiate open calls for proposals and award funding in accordance with regulation (eu) xxx establishing horizon europe , and within the limits of available funds , to indirect actions , mainly in the form of grants; ### initiate open calls for proposals and award funding in accordance with regulation (eu) xxx establishing horizon europe , and within the limits of available funds , to indirect actions , mainly in the form of grants , promoting a balanced gender participation;


### ensure the efficiency of the european high performance computing initiative , based on a set of appropriate measures; ### ensure the energy efficiency and environmental sustainability of the european high performance computing initiative , based on a set of appropriate measures;


### where appropriate , lay down rules on the secondment of national experts to the joint undertaking and on the use of trainees in accordance with article 19(2) of this regulation; ### where appropriate , lay down rules on the secondment of national experts , including their remuneration to the joint undertaking and on the use of trainees in accordance with article 19(2) of this regulation;


### (1) the commission shall propose a list of candidates for executive director after consultation of the members other than the union of the joint undertaking. for the purpose of such consultation the members other than the union of the joint undertaking shall appoint by common accord their representatives as well as an observer on behalf of the governing board. ### (1) the commission shall propose a list of candidates for executive director after consultation of the members other than the union of the joint undertaking. for the purpose of such consultation the members other than the union of the joint undertaking shall appoint by common accord their representatives as well as an observer on behalf of the governing board.


### (2) the research and innovation advisory group shall consist of no more than ten members , which shall be appointed by the private members taking into account their commitments to the joint undertaking. ### (2) the research and innovation advisory group and the infrastructure advisory group shall each consist of ten members; .


### (3) the infrastructure advisory group shall consist of ten members. the governing board shall establish the specific criteria that will be considered for selecting the members of the infrastructure advisory group. the chair and vice chair of the governing board shall appoint the members of the infrastructure advisory group , following inputs received from the governing board and the executive director. ### (3) the governing board shall establish the specific criteria that will be considered for selecting the members of these groups. the chair and vice chair of the governing board shall appoint the members of these groups , following inputs received from the governing board and the executive director and in case of the research and innovation advisory group , taking into account the recommendations from private members;


### two representatives of the scientific community , appointed by the governing board following an open selection process in application of article 19(4); ### six representatives of the scientific community , appointed by the governing board following an open selection process in application of article 19(4);


### up to six permanent panellists , appointed by the governing board following an open selection process in application of article 19(4) , ensuring in particular appropriate representation of stakeholders involved in health care , covering notably the public sector , patients and end-users in general; ### six permanent panellists , appointed by the governing board following an open selection process in application of article 19(4) , ensuring in particular appropriate representation of stakeholders involved in health care , covering notably the public sector , patients and end-users in general;


### 5. the innovation panel shall be chaired by the executive director. in duly justified cases , the executive director may appoint a senior member of staff of the innovative health initiative joint undertaking programme office to chair the innovation panel on his or her behalf. ### 5. the permanent representatives of the innovation panel shall elect its chair from among its members , in application of article 19(5).


### 1. for the purpose of this regulation , an unmet public health need shall be defined as a need currently not addressed by the health care systems for availability or accessibility reasons , for example where there is no satisfactory method of diagnosis , prevention or treatment for a given health condition or if people access to health care is limited because of cost , distance to health facilities or waiting times. people-centred care refers to an approach to care that consciously adopts individuals’ , carers’ , families’ and communities’ perspectives and considers them as participants as well as beneficiaries of health care systems that are organised around their needs and preferences rather than individual diseases. ### 1. for the purpose of this regulation , an unmet public health need shall be defined as a need currently not addressed by the health care systems for affordability , availability or accessibility reasons , for example where there is no satisfactory method of diagnosis , prevention or treatment for a given health condition or if people access to health care is limited because of cost , distance to health facilities or waiting times in line with who priority medicines for europe and the world , and other who reports. people-centred care refers to an approach to care that consciously adopts individuals’ , carers’ , families’ and communities’ perspectives and considers them as participants as well as beneficiaries of health care systems that are organised around their needs and preferences rather than individual diseases.


### ensure that components and systems technologies address europe’s societal and environmental challenges. the target is to align with the union policy on energy efficiency and contribute towards the reduction of energy consumption by 32.5% in 2030. ### ensure that components and systems technologies address europe’s societal and environmental challenges , including energy and resource efficiency. the target is to align with the union policy on energy efficiency and contribute towards the reduction of energy consumption.


### strengthen , through innovation , the competitiveness of manned and unmanned air transport in the union , and atm services’ markets to support economic growth in the union; ### strengthen , through innovation air transport in the union , and atm services’ markets to support economic growth in the union;


### (iii) ensuring the involvement of the civil and military stakeholders of the aviation sector , in particular: air navigation service providers , airspace users , professional staff associations , airports , manufacturing industry and the relevant scientific institutions and scientific community; ### (iii) ensuring the involvement of the civil stakeholders of the aviation sector , in particular: air navigation service providers , airspace users , professional staff associations , airports , manufacturing industry and the relevant scientific institutions and scientific community;


### a representative of the european defence agency; ### deleted


### facilitate digital innovation , by 2030 , meeting european market needs and public policy requirements , including the most demanding requirements of vertical industries , as well as societal requirements in fields including security , energy efficiency , and electromagnetic fields; ### facilitate digital innovation , by 2030 , meeting european market needs and public policy requirements , including the most demanding requirements of vertical industries , as well as societal requirements in fields including safety , energy efficiency , and electromagnetic fields;


### strenghten the positioning of the union’s industry in the global smart network and services value chain by creating a critical mass of public and private actors , in particular by increasing the contribution from software and internet of things actors , leveraging national initiatives and supporting the emergence of new actors; ### strenghten the positioning of the union’s industry , specially sme's in the global smart network and services value chain by creating a critical mass of public and private actors , in particular by increasing the contribution from software and internet of things actors , leveraging national initiatives and supporting the emergence of new actors;


### 2. the joint undertakings should organise continuous monitoring of their management activities and periodic reviews of the outputs , results and impacts of their projects implemented in accordance with [article 45] and [annex iii] of the horizon europe regulation. that monitoring shall include: ### 2. the joint undertakings should organise continuous monitoring of their management activities and periodic reviews of the outputs , results and impacts of their projects implemented in accordance with [article 45] and [annex iii] of the horizon europe regulation. that monitoring shall result in annual progress reports that are made public on the respective website of each partnership in timely manner , and shall include:


### 4. the governing board shall hold ordinary meetings at least twice a year. extraordinary meetings may be convened at the request of the chairperson , of the executive director , of the commission or of a majority of the representatives of the members other than the union or of the participating states. the meetings of the governing board shall be convened by the chairperson and shall take place at the seat of the joint undertaking concerned , unless exceptionally decided otherwise by the governing board in duly justified cases. ### 4. the governing board shall hold ordinary meetings at least twice a year. extraordinary meetings may be convened at the request of the chairperson , of the executive director , of the commission or of a majority of the representatives of the members other than the union or of the participating states. the meetings of the governing board shall be convened by the chairperson and shall take place at the seat of the joint undertaking concerned , unless exceptionally decided otherwise by the governing board in duly justified cases. the meeting minutes shall be made public in a timely manner on the respective website of each partnership.


### assess , accept or reject applications of prospective contributing partners in accordance with article 9; ### assess , accept or reject applications of prospective contributing partners in accordance with article 9 taking into account the advice of scientific advisory body in accordance with article 19;


### adopt rules on the secondment of national experts to the joint undertakings or the use of trainees; ### adopt rules on the secondment of national experts , including their remuneration to the joint undertakings or the use of trainees;


### 1. the executive director shall be appointed by the governing board on the basis of merit and skills , from the list of candidates proposed by the commission , following an open and transparent selection procedure which shall respect the principle of gender balance. ### 1. the executive director shall be appointed by the governing board on the basis of merit skills and impartiality , from the list of candidates proposed by the commission , following an open and transparent selection procedure which shall respect the principle of gender balance.


### 2. the commission shall propose a list of candidates for executive director after consultation with the members other than the union of the joint undertaking. for the purpose of such consultation the members other than the union of the joint undertaking shall appoint by common accord their representatives as well as an observer on behalf of the governing board. ### 2. the commission shall propose a list of candidates for executive director after consultation with the members other than the union of the joint undertaking. for the purpose of such consultation the members other than the union of the joint undertaking shall appoint by common accord their representatives as well as an observer on behalf of the governing board. the list of the candidates for each joint undertaking shall be made public. before appointment , the candidate selected by governing board shall make a statement before the competent committee of the european parliament and answer questions put by its members.


### manage the implementation of the work programme of the joint undertaking throughout the implementation cycle; ### manage the implementation of the work programme of the joint undertaking throughout the implementation cycle and ensure that work programme and any changes to it are made public;


### in exceptional cases and where duly justified , part of the scientific advice function may be carried out by the members of the joint undertaking other than the union , provided that there is no conflict of interest. ### deleted


### 8. after each meeting of the scientific advisory body , its chairperson shall submit to the governing board a report outlining the body’s and its members’ opinions on the matters discussed during the meeting. ### 8. after each meeting of the scientific advisory body , its chairperson shall submit to the governing board a report outlining the body’s and its members’ opinions on the matters discussed during the meeting. this report shall be also made public.


### 5. the chairperson of the states’ representatives group may invite other persons to attend its meetings as observers , in particular representatives of relevant federal or regional authorities within the union , representatives of sme associations and representatives of other bodies of the joint undertaking. ### 5. the chairperson of the states’ representatives group may invite other persons to attend its meetings as observers , in particular representatives of relevant federal or regional authorities within the union , representatives of sme associations , civil society organisations and representatives of other bodies of the joint undertaking.


### 2. the stakeholders group shall be open to all public and private stakeholders , including organised groups , active in the field of the joint undertaking , international interest groups from member states , associated countries as well as from other countries. ### 2. the stakeholders group shall be open to all public and private stakeholders , including organised groups , european social partners and civil society organisations , active in the field of the joint undertaking , international interest groups from member states , associated countries as well as from other countries.


### 1. the executive director shall provide the governing board with a consolidated annual activity report on the performance of his or her duties in accordance with the financial rules of the joint undertaking. ### 1. the executive director shall provide the governing board with a consolidated annual activity report on the performance of his or her duties in accordance with the financial rules of the joint undertaking. the annual activities report shall be made public in a timely manner on the website of the respective partnership.


### accelerate the innovation process and development of bio-based innovative solutions; ### accelerate the research and innovation process and development of sustainable bio-based innovative solutions;


### accelerate market deployment of the existing mature and innovative bio-based solutions; ### accelerate market deployment of the existing mature and innovative bio-based solutions that take into account the need to protect unique biodiversity and ecosystems;


### ensure a high level of environmental performance of bio-based industrial systems. ### ensure a high level of environmental performance of bio-based industrial systems that are sustainable and respect ecological limits;


### increase and integrate the research and innovation capacity of stakeholders across the union to exploit the local bioeconomy potential; ### increase and integrate the research and innovation capacity of stakeholders across the union to exploit the local bioeconomy potential while respecting the local ecosystems and biodiversity;


### reinforce the integration of bio-based research and innovation processes in union industrial value chains; ### reinforce the integration of bio-based research and innovation processes in union industrial value chains in order to promote higher level of sustainability and circularity;


### reduce the risk for research and innovation investment in bio-based companies and projects; ### reduce the risk for research and innovation investment in bio-based companies and sustainable bio-based projects;


### ensure that environmental considerations are taken into account in the development and implementation of research and innovation bio-based projects. ### ensure that the development and implementation of research and innovation bio-based projects contribute to reaching union's ghg emission reduction target and biodiversity objectives.


### mobilise and integrate research and innovation actors from rural , coastal , urban areas and regions with unexploited potential for bio-based industry development to co-operate in project activities; ### mobilise and integrate research and innovation actors from rural , coastal , urban areas and regions , at various geographic levels with unexploited potential for bio-based industry development to co-operate in project activities;


### promote communication and collaboration between research and innovation actors and industrial stakeholders under the circular bio-based europe joint undertaking to raise awareness about rapidly evolving knowledge and technology , facilitate cross-sector collaboration and facilitate market uptake of innovative bio-based solutions; ### promote communication and collaboration between research and innovation actors and industrial stakeholders including small farmers under the circular bio-based europe joint undertaking to raise awareness about rapidly evolving knowledge and technology , facilitate cross-sector collaboration and facilitate market uptake of sustainable innovative bio-based solutions;


### mobilise national and regional authorities that are able to create more favourable conditions for market uptake of bio-based innovations; ### mobilise national and regional authorities that are able to create more favourable conditions for market uptake of sustainable bio-based innovations;


### communicate and promote innovative bio-based solutions towards policy makers , industry , ngos and consumers at large. ### communicate and promote sustainable innovative bio-based solutions towards policy makers , industry , ngos and consumers at large.


### 1. one or more deployment groups shall be established pursuant to article 21. the role of the deployment groups is to advice the governing board on issues critical to market uptake of bio-based innovation and to promote deployment of sustainable bio-based solutions. ### 1. one deployment group shall be established pursuant to article 21. the role of the deployment group is to advice the governing board on issues critical to market uptake of sustainable bio-based innovation and to promote deployment of sustainable bio-based solutions.


### 2. the composition of the deployment groups shall ensure appropriate thematic focus and representativeness of the bio-based innovation stakeholders. any stakeholder other than the members of the bio-based industry consortium , their constituents or their affiliated entities may express its interest to become members of a deployment group. the governing board shall set out the envisaged size and composition of the deployment groups , the duration of the mandates and the possibility of renewal of its members , and select their members. the list of members shall be publicly available. ### 2. the composition of the deployment group shall ensure appropriate thematic focus and representativeness of the bio-based innovation stakeholders and civil society organisations such as consumers organisation. any stakeholder other than the members of the bio-based industry consortium , their constituents or their affiliated entities may express its interest to become members of a deployment group. the governing board shall set out the envisaged size and composition of the deployment group , the duration of the mandates and the possibility of renewal of its members , and select their members. the list of members shall be publicly available.


### 3. the deployment groups shall meet at least once per year in a physical or virtual meeting. at the first meeting , the deployment groups shall adopt their rules of procedure. these rules of procedure shall be approved by the governing board. extraordinary meetings of the deployment groups shall be called upon the request from the governing board. the governing board may request the participation of additional persons in the extraordinary meetings. the list of attendees to those extraordinary meetings shall be publicly available. ### 3. the deployment group shall meet at least once per year in a physical or virtual meeting. at the first meeting , the deployment group shall adopt their rules of procedure. these rules of procedure shall be approved by the governing board. extraordinary meetings of the deployment groups shall be called upon the request from the governing board. the governing board may request the participation of additional persons in the extraordinary meetings. the list of attendees to those extraordinary meetings shall be publicly available.


### 4. the deployment groups shall elect a chairperson , and a vice-chair per thematic focus , for a period of two years. the chairperson coordinates activities and represents the deployment group. the chairperson may be invited to meetings of the governing board as an observer without voting rights , and meetings of the scientific committee and the states representatives group. ### 4. the deployment group shall elect a chairperson , and a vice-chair per thematic focus , for a period of two years. the chairperson coordinates activities and represents the deployment group. the chairperson may be invited to meetings of the governing board as an observer without voting rights , and meetings of the scientific committee and the states representatives group.


### 5. the deployment groups shall provide recommendations on the issues related to the deployment of bio-based innovation upon request from the governing board. the deployment groups can also issue recommendations to the governing board anytime at their own initiative. ### 5. the deployment group shall provide recommendations on the issues related to the deployment of sustainable bio-based innovation upon request from the governing board. the deployment group can also issue recommendations to the governing board anytime at their own initiative.


### to contribute to reduce the ecological footprint of aviation by accelerating the development of climate neutral aviation technologies for earliest possible deployment , therefore significantly contributing to the achievement of the general goals of the european green deal47 , in particular in relation to the reduction of union-wide net greenhouse gas emissions reduction target of at least 55% by 2030 , compared to 1990 levels and a pathway towards reaching climate neutrality by 2050; ### to contribute to reduce the ecological footprint of aviation by accelerating the development of climate neutral aviation technologies for earliest possible deployment , therefore significantly contributing to the achievement of the general goals of the european green deal47 , in particular in relation to the reduction of union-wide net greenhouse gas emissions reduction target of at least 55% by 2030 , compared to 1990 levels and a pathway towards reaching climate neutrality by 2050 at latest;


### to ensure that aeronautics-related research and innovation activities contribute to the global sustainable competitiveness of the union aviation industry , and to ensure that climate-neutral aviation technologies meet the relevant aviation safety requirements ,48 and remains a secure , reliable , cost-effective , and efficient means of passenger and freight transportation; ### to ensure that aeronautics-related research and innovation activities contribute to the global sustainable competitiveness of the union aviation industry , and to ensure that climate-neutral aviation technologies meet the relevant aviation safety requirements ,48 and remain a secure , reliable , sustainable , affordable and efficient means of passenger and freight transportation;


### to expand and foster integration of the climate-neutral aviation research and innovations value chains , including academia , research organisations , industry , and smes , also by benefitting from exploiting synergies with other national and european related programmes. ### to expand and foster integration of the climate-neutral aviation research and innovations value chains , including academia , research organisations , industry , smes and trade unions also by benefitting from exploiting synergies with other national and european related programmes.


### clean hydrogen joint undertaking ### renewable hydrogen joint undertaking


### additional objectives of the clean hydrogen joint undertaking ### additional objectives of the renewable hydrogen joint undertaking


### 1. in addition to the objectives set out in articles 4 and 5 , the clean hydrogen joint undertaking shall also have the following general objectives: ### 1. in addition to the objectives set out in articles 4 and 5 , the renewable hydrogen joint undertaking shall also have the following general objectives:


### to contribute to the objectives set out in the 2030 climate target plan51 , and the european green deal52 , by raising the eu's ambition on reducing greenhouse gas emissions to at least 55% below 1990 levels by 2030 , and climate neutrality by 2050; ### to contribute to the objectives set out in the 2030 climate target plan51 , and the european green deal52 , by raising the eu's ambition on reducing greenhouse gas emissions to at least 55% below 1990 levels by 2030 , and climate neutrality by 2050 at latest;


### to strengthen the competitiveness of the union clean hydrogen value chain , with a view to supporting , notably the smes involved , accelerating the market entry of innovative competitive clean solutions; ### to develop and strengthen the union's leadership in renewable hydrogen value chain , with a view to supporting , notably the smes involved , accelerating the market entry of innovative competitive clean solutions;


### to stimulate clean hydrogen production , distribution , storage and end use applications. ### to stimulate renewable hydrogen production , including the production of additional renewable energy , distribution , storage and end use applications.


### 2. the clean hydrogen joint undertaking shall also have the following specific objectives: ### 2. the renewable hydrogen joint undertaking shall also have the following specific objectives:


### improve through research and innovation the cost-effectiveness , reliability , quantity and quality of clean hydrogen solutions , including production , distribution , storage and end uses developed in the union such as more efficient and cheaper hydrogen electrolysers and cheaper transport and industrial applications; ### improve through research and innovation the affordability , reliability , quantity and quality of renewable hydrogen solutions , including production , distribution , storage and end uses developed in the union such as more efficient and cheaper hydrogen electrolysers and cheaper transport and industrial applications;


### carry out demonstrations of clean hydrogen solutions with the view to local , regional and union-wide deployment , addressing renewable production , distribution , storage , and use for transport and energy-intensive industries as well as other applications; ### carry out demonstrations of renewable hydrogen solutions with the view to local , regional and union-wide deployment , addressing renewable production , distribution , storage , and use for transport and energy-intensive industries;


### increase public and private awareness , acceptance , and uptake of clean hydrogen solutions , in particular through cooperation with other european partnerships under horizon europe. ### increase public and private awareness of renewable hydrogen solutions , in particular through cooperation with other european partnerships under horizon europe.


### additional tasks of the clean hydrogen joint undertaking ### additional tasks of the renewable hydrogen joint undertaking


### in addition to the tasks set out in article 5 , the clean hydrogen joint undertaking shall also carry out the following tasks: ### in addition to the tasks set out in article 5 , the renewable hydrogen joint undertaking shall also carry out the following tasks:


### assess and monitor technological progress and technological , economic and societal barriers to market entry; ### assess and monitor technological progress and technological , economic , societal and ecological barriers to market entry;


### notwithstanding the commission’s policy prerogatives , under the commission’s policy guidance and supervision , contribute to the development of regulations and standards with the view to eliminating barriers to market entry and to supporting interchangeability , inter-operability , and trade across the internal market and globally; ### deleted