### considering the specific nature of the actions concerning a high level of health for humans , animals and plants along the food chain special eligibility criteria concerning provision of grants and use of public procurement need to be provided in this regulation . in particular , by way of derogation from regulation of the european parliament and of the council61 , as an exception to the principle of non - retroactivity , the costs for the emergency measures , due to their urgent and unforeseeable nature , should be eligible and include also costs incurred as a result of a suspected occurrence of a disease or pest provided that that occurrence is subsequently confirmed and notified to the commission . the corresponding budgetary commitments and the payment of eligible expenditure should be made by the commission , after signature of the legal commitments and after assessment of the payment applications submitted by the member states . costs should also be eligible for protection measures taken in the case of a direct threat to the status of health in the union as a result of the occurrence or development , in the territory of a third country , a member state or overseas countries and territories , of certain animal diseases and zoonoses as well as in respect of protection measures , or other relevant activities , taken in support of the health status of plants in the union . ### considering the specific nature of the actions concerning a high level of health for humans , animals and plants along the food chain special eligibility criteria concerning provision of grants and use of public procurement need to be provided in this regulation . in particular , by way of derogation from regulation of the european parliament and of the council61 , as an exception to the principle of non - retroactivity , the costs for the emergency measures , due to their urgent and unforeseeable nature , should be eligible and include also costs incurred as a result of a suspected occurrence of a disease or pest provided that that occurrence is subsequently confirmed and notified to the commission . the corresponding budgetary commitments and the payment of eligible expenditure should be made by the commission , after signature of the legal commitments and after assessment of the payment applications submitted by the member states . where emergencies in the area of human , animal and plant health in the food chain can be tracked back to specific union practices , measures should be taken to revise these practices . costs should also be eligible for protection measures taken in the case of a direct threat to the status of health in the union as a result of the occurrence or development , in the territory of a third country , a member state or overseas countries and territories , of certain animal diseases and zoonoses as well as in respect of protection measures , or other relevant activities , taken in support of the health status of plants in the union .


### supporting the competiveness of enterprises and whole sectors of economy , and supporting smes ' uptake of innovation and value chain collaboration through strategically connecting ecosystems and clusters , including the joint cluster initiative ; ### strengthening the competiveness and sustainability of enterprises and whole sectors of economy , and supporting micro - enterprises and smes ' uptake of technological , organisational and social innovation , enhancing corporate social responsibility and value chain collaboration through strategically connecting ecosystems and clusters , including the joint cluster initiative ;


### the programme should support the design , implementation and enforcement of union legislation underpinning the proper functioning of the internal market . the programme should support the creation of the right conditions to empower all actors of the internal market : businesses , citizens including consumers , civil society and public authorities . to that end , the programme should aim to ensure the competitiveness of businesses , notably smes , but also supporting the enforcement of consumer protection and safety rules and by raising the awareness of businesses and individuals by providing them with the right tools , knowledge and competence to make informed decisions and strengthen their participation in union’s policy - making . furthermore , the programme should aim to enhance regulatory and administrative cooperation , notably through exchange of best practices , building of knowledge and competence bases , including the use of strategic public procurement . the programme should also aim to support the development of high - quality international standards that underpin the implementation of union legislation . this also includes standard setting in the field of financial reporting and audit , thereby contributing to the transparency and well - functioning of the union’s capital markets and to enhancing investor protection . the programme should support rulemaking and standard setting also by ensuring the broadest possible stakeholder involvement . the objective of the programme should also be to support the implementation and enforcement of union legislation providing for a high level of health for humans , animals and plants along the food chain and the improvement of the welfare of animals . ### the programme should support the design , implementation and enforcement of union legislation underpinning the proper functioning of the internal market . the programme should support the creation of the right conditions to empower all actors of the internal market : businesses , citizens including consumers , civil society and public authorities . to that end , the programme should aim to ensure both the competitiveness and sustainability of businesses , notably smes , but also a high - level of consumer protection by supporting the enforcement of consumer protection and safety rules , as well as environmental and social standards and by raising the awareness of businesses and individuals by providing them with the right tools , the appropriate information and assistance , knowledge and competence to make informed decisions and strengthen their participation in union’s policy - making . furthermore , the programme should aim to enhance regulatory and administrative cooperation , notably through training programmes , exchange of best practices , building of knowledge and competence bases , including the use of strategic public procurement . the programme should also aim to support the development of high - quality international standards that underpin the implementation of union legislation . this also includes standard setting in the field of financial reporting and audit , thereby contributing to the transparency and well - functioning of the union’s capital markets and to enhancing investor protection . the programme should support rulemaking and standard setting also by ensuring the broadest possible stakeholder involvement . the objective of the programme should also be to support the implementation and enforcement of union legislation providing for a high level of health for humans , animals and plants along the food chain and guarantee the welfare of animals .


### public procurement is used by public authorities to ensure value for public money spent and to contribute to a more innovative , sustainable , inclusive and competitive internal market . directive 2014 / 23 / eu of the european parliament and of the council49 , directive 2014 / 24 / eu of the european parliament and of the council50 and directive 2014 / 25 / eu of the european parliament and of the council51 provide the legal framework for the integration and effective functioning of the public procurement markets representing 14% of union’s gross domestic product , to the benefit of public authorities , businesses as well as citizens , including consumers . the programme should therefore support measures to ensure a wider uptake of strategic public procurement , the professionalisation of public buyers , improved access to procurement markets for smes , increase of transparency , integrity and better data , boosting the digital transformation of procurement and promotion of joint procurement , through strengthening a partnership approach with the member states , improving data gathering and data analysis including through development of dedicated it tools , supporting exchange of experiences and good practices , providing guidance , pursuing beneficial trade agreements , strengthening cooperation among national authorities and launching pilot projects . ### public procurement is used by public authorities to ensure value for public money spent and to contribute to a more innovative , sustainable , inclusive and competitive internal market . directive 2014 / 23 / eu of the european parliament and of the council49 , directive 2014 / 24 / eu of the european parliament and of the council50 and directive 2014 / 25 / eu of the european parliament and of the council51 provide the legal framework for the integration and effective functioning of the public procurement markets representing 14% of union’s gross domestic product , to the benefit of public authorities , businesses as well as citizens , including consumers . public authorities , through their procurement policy , can establish and support markets for innovative goods and services . the programme should therefore support measures to ensure a wider uptake of strategic public procurement , a more systematic use of environmental , social and fair trade criteria in awarding contracts such as the promotion of local food supply chains , the professionnalisation of public buyers , improved access to procurement markets for smes , particularly to further tap into the potential of green markets , increase of transparency , integrity and better data , boosting the digital transformation of procurement and promotion of joint procurement , through strengthening a partnership approach with the member states , improving data gathering and data analysis including through development of dedicated it tools , supporting exchange of experiences and good practices , providing guidance , strengthening cooperation among national authorities and launching pilot projects .


### the internal market is a cornerstone of the union . since its inception , it has proved a major contributor to growth , competitiveness and employment . it has generated new opportunities and economies of scale for european businesses , notably micro , small and medium sized enterprises , and strengthened their industrial competitiveness . the internal market contributed to the creation of jobs and offered greater choice at lower prices for consumers . it continues to be an engine for building a stronger , more balanced and fairer economy . it is one of the union ' s major achievements and its best asset in an increasingly global world . ### the internal market is a cornerstone of the union . since its inception , it has proved a major contributor to economic development and prosperity , competitiveness and employment . it has generated new opportunities and economies of scale for european businesses , notably micro , small and medium sized enterprises , and strengthened their industrial competitiveness . the internal market contributed to the creation of jobs and offered greater diversification for consumers in terms of products and services offered . it continues to be an engine for building a stronger , more balanced and fairer economy . it is one of the union ' s major achievements and its best asset in an increasingly global world and a core element in achieving the transformation into a net - zero carbon emission , resource - and energy - efficient sustainable economy to respond to the increasing pressure of climate change and overuse of natural resources .


### european standards play an important role in the internal market . they are of vital interest for the competitiveness of undertakings , and especially smes . they are also a crucial tool to support union legislation and policies in a number of key areas such as energy , climate change , information and communication technology , sustainable use of resources , innovation , product safety , consumer protection , worker ' s safety and working conditions and ageing population , thus positively contributing to the society as a whole . ### european standards play an important role in the internal market . they are of vital interest for the competitiveness of undertakings , and especially smes . they are also a crucial tool to support union legislation and policy goals in a number of key areas such as accelerating the energy transition , tackling climate change , environmental protection , improved air and water quality , information and communication technology , sustainable use and recycling of resources , technological and social innovation , product safety , consumer protection , worker ' s safety and working conditions and ageing population , thus positively contributing to the society as a whole .


### a modern internal market promotes competition and benefits consumers , businesses and employees . making better use of the ever evolving internal market in services should help european businesses create jobs and grow across borders , offer wider choice of services at better prices , and maintain high standards for consumers and workers . to achieve this , the programme should contribute to the removal of remaining barriers , and to ensure a regulatory framework that can accommodate new innovative business models . ### a modern internal market promotes competition , benefits consumers by providing them highly - qualitative services of general interest , creates the right conditions for businesses while preserving employment and working conditions of employees . making better use of the ever evolving internal market in services should help european businesses create jobs and grow across borders , offer wider choice of services at better prices , and maintain high standards for consumers and workers . to achieve this , the programme should contribute to the removal of remaining unjustified barriers , and to ensure a regulatory framework that can accommodate new innovative business models whilst ensuring a high - level of social protection and fair working conditions .


### at the end of the implementation of the programme , but no later than four years after the end of the period specified in article 1 , a final evaluation of the programme shall be carried out by the commission . ### no later than two years after the end of the period specified in article 1 , a final evaluation of the programme shall be carried out by the commission to assess the results of actions supported and their impacts on the objectives set out in this regulation .


### the internal market has to continuously adapt to a rapidly changing environment of digital revolution and globalisation . a new era of digital innovation continues to provide opportunities for businesses and individuals , creates new products and business models but equally constitutes a challenge to regulation and enforcement . ### the internal market has to continuously adapt to a rapidly changing environment of digital revolution , globalisation and the increasing pressures of climate change and overuse of natural resources . a new era of digital and climate - friendly eco - innovation should provide opportunities for businesses and individuals , lead to the creation of new sustainable , more resource - and energy - efficient products and services as well as business models but equally constitutes a challenge to regulation and enforcement .


### if the number of seals hunted , the quantity of seal products being placed on the market pursuant to paragraph 1 or other circumstances are such as to indicate that a hunt is conducted primarily for commercial purposes , the commission shall be empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 4 in order to limit the quantity of products resulting from that hunt that may be placed on the market . ### if there is relevant evidence indicating that the number of seals hunted , the quantity of seal products being placed on the market pursuant to paragraph 1 or other circumstances , are such as to prove that a hunt is conducted primarily for commercial purposes , the commission shall be empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 4a in order to limit the quantity of products resulting from that hunt that may be placed on the market .


### member states and the commission shall encourage the development of self - and co - regulatory codes of conduct regarding inappropriate audiovisual commercial communications for alcoholic beverages . those codes should be used to effectively limit the exposure of minors to audiovisual commercial communications for alcoholic beverages . ### member states shall adopt measures to minimise the exposure of adolescents to commercial communications of alcoholic beverages . commercial communications preceding , following or interrupting programmes targeting adolescents’ audience between 7 : 00 and 23 : 00 shall be prohibited . without prejudice to the adoption of regulatory measures , member states and the commission shall encourage the development of self - and co - regulatory initiatives , including code of conducts , to further minimise the exposure of adolescents to such commercial communications accompanying or included in programmes with a significant minors’ audience .


### member states and the commission shall encourage the development of self - and co - regulatory codes of conduct regarding inappropriate audiovisual commercial communications , accompanying or included in programmes with a significant children’s audience , of foods and beverages containing nutrients and substances with a nutritional or physiological effect , excessive intakes of which in the overall diet are not recommended , in particular fat , trans - fatty acids , salt or sodium and sugars . ### member states shall adopt measures to minimise the exposure of adolescents to commercial communications of foods and non - alcoholic beverages containing nutrients and substances with a nutritional or physiological effect , excessive intakes of which in the overall diet are not recommended in particular fat , trans - fatty acids , salt or sodium and sugars . the commission and the member states shall take into consideration the who regional office for europe’s nutrient profile model , in order to achieve the objective laid down in the first subparagraph . .


### member states and the commission shall encourage the development of self - and co - regulatory codes of conduct regarding inappropriate audiovisual commercial communications for alcoholic beverages . those codes should be used to effectively limit the exposure of minors to audiovisual commercial communications for alcoholic beverages . ### member states shall introduce legislation to prevent inappropriate audiovisual commercial communications for alcoholic beverages and to effectively minimise the exposure of children and minors to audiovisual commercial communications for alcoholic beverages . this legislation shall cover television broadcasts , on - demand audiovisual media services , video - sharing platforms and social media platforms , and shall aim at , inter alia , prohibiting such communications during children and minors’ usual viewing times .


### member states shall ensure that audiovisual media service providers provide sufficient information to viewers about content which may impair the physical , mental or moral development of minors . for this purpose , member states may use a system of descriptors indicating the nature of the content of an audiovisual media service . ### member states shall ensure that audiovisual media service providers and video - sharing platform providers effectively provide clear information to viewers , prior and during the programme as well as before and after any interruption , about content which may damage or disturb minors and in particular impair their physical , mental or moral development . for this purpose , member states may use a system of descriptors indicating the nature of the content of an audiovisual media service .


### member states should comply with the emission reduction commitments set out in this directive for 2020 and 2030 . so as to ensure demonstrable progress towards the 2030 commitments , member states should meet intermediate emission levels in 2025 , set on the basis of a linear trajectory between their emission levels for 2020 and those defined by the emission reduction commitments for 2030 , unless this would entail disproportionate costs . where the 2025 emissions cannot be so limited , member states should explain the reasons in their reports under this directive . ### member states must comply with the emission reduction commitments set out in this directive for 2020 , 2025 and 2030 .


### member states shall , as a minimum , limit their annual anthropogenic emissions of sulphur dioxide , nitrogen oxides , volatile organic compounds other than methane , ammonia , particulate matter and methane in accordance with the national emission reduction commitments applicable from 2020 and 2030 , as laid down in annex ii . ### member states shall , as a minimum , limit their annual anthropogenic emissions of sulphur dioxide , nitrogen oxides , volatile organic compounds other than methane , ammonia , particulate matter and methane in accordance with the national emission reduction commitments applicable from 2020 , 2025 and 2030 , as laid down in annex ii .


### low - emission manure processing and composting systems ; ### low - emission manure processing and composting systems including separation into liquids and solids ;


### in order to strengthen efficiency and effectiveness of training and exercises and enhance co - operation between member states ' national civil protection authorities and services it is necessary to establish a union civil protection knowledge network that is based on existing structures . ### training , research and innovation are essential aspects of cooperation in the civil protection field . in order to strengthen efficiency and effectiveness of training and exercises to promote innovation and enhance dialogue and co - operation between member states ' national civil protection authorities and services , together with local and regional actors , it is necessary to establish a union civil protection knowledge network that is based on existing structures with the involvement of centres of excellence and universities , as well as with civil sector organisations involved in this matter .


### prevention is of key importance for protection against disasters and requires further action . to that effect , member states should share risk assessments on a regular basis as well as summaries of their disaster risk management planning in order to ensure an integrated approach to disaster management , linking risk prevention , preparedness and response actions . in addition , the commission should be able to require member states to provide specific prevention and preparedness plans in relation to specific disasters , notably with a view to maximising overall union support to disaster risk management . administrative burden should be reduced and prevention policies strengthened , including by ensuring necessary links to other key union policies and instruments , notably the european structural and investment funds as listed in recital 2 of regulation no 1303 / 201313 . _________________ 13 regulation no 1303 / 2013 of the european parliament and of the council of 17 december 2013 laying down common provisions on the european regional development fund , the european social fund , the cohesion fund , the european agricultural fund for rural development and the european maritime and fisheries fund and laying down general provisions on the european regional development fund , the european social fund , the cohesion fund and the european maritime and fisheries fund and repealing council regulation no 1083 / 2006 . ### prevention is of key importance for protection against disasters and requires further action on all levels as impact of climate change effects all territories and goes across borders . to that effect , member states and local and regional authorities should share risk assessments on a regular basis as well as summaries of their disaster risk management planning in order to ensure an integrated approach to disaster management , linking risk prevention , preparedness and response actions . in addition , the commission should require member states to provide specific prevention , evacuation and preparedness plans in relation to specific disasters , earthquakes , droughts , heat waves , wildfires , floods and water shortages , including humanitarian and technological ones , notably with a view to maximising the overall union support to disaster risk management . it is essential to reduce the administrative burden and to strengthen prevention policies , including by enhancing the links and coordination with other key union policies and instruments , notably the european structural and investment funds as listed in article 1 and 2 of regulation no 1303 / 201313 . in this context it is important to underline that the european structural and investment funds are already contributing to promoting climate change adaptation , risk prevention and management and that there is an ex - ante conditionality in place that is linked to that objective . _________________ 13 regulation no 1303 / 2013 of the european parliament and of the council of 17 december 2013 laying down common provisions on the european regional development fund , the european social fund , the cohesion fund , the european agricultural fund for rural development and the european maritime and fisheries fund and laying down general provisions on the european regional development fund , the european social fund , the cohesion fund and the european maritime and fisheries fund and repealing council regulation no 1083 / 2006 .


### take action to improve the knowledge base on disaster risks and facilitate the sharing of knowledge , the results of scientific research , best practices and information , including among member states that share common risks . ### take action to improve the knowledge base on disaster risks and facilitate the dialogue , sharing of knowledge and co - operation , the results of scientific research and innovation , best practices and information , including among member states , different regions as well as neighbouring non - eu countries , that share common risks .


### there is a need to reinforce the collective ability to prepare and respond to disasters notably through mutual support in europe . in addition to strengthening the possibilities already offered by the european emergency response capacity , from now on referred to as ' european civil protection pool ' , the commission should also establish resceu . the composition of resceu should include emergency response capacities to respond to wildfires , large - scale floods and earthquakes , as well as a field hospital and medical teams in line with world health organisation standards , that can be rapidly deployed . ### there is a need to reinforce the collective ability to prepare and respond to disasters notably through mutual support and cooperation in europe , with a view to ensuring that interventions are more predictable and significantly reducing the assistance deployment time . in addition to strengthening the possibilities already offered by the european emergency response capacity , from now on referred to as ' european civil protection pool ' , the commission should also establish resceu . the composition of resceu should include pre - committed emergency response capacities to respond to wildfires , large - scale floods , earthquakes or terrorist actions , as well as a field hospital and medical teams in line with world health organisation standards that can be rapidly deployed .


### the commission shall establish a network of relevant civil protection and disaster management actors and institutions , forming together with the commission a union civil protection knowledge network . ### the commission shall establish a network of relevant civil protection and disaster management actors and institutions , including centres of excellence and universities , forming together with the commission a union civil protection knowledge network which would also be open for knowledge and best practices sharing with the third countries .


### if the number of seals hunted , the quantity of seal products being placed on the market pursuant to paragraph 1 or other circumstances are such as to indicate that a hunt is conducted primarily for commercial purposes , the commission shall be empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 4 in order to limit the quantity of products resulting from that hunt that may be placed on the market . ### if there is material evidence to suggest that the number of seals hunted , the quantity of seal products being placed on the market pursuant to paragraphs 1 and 2 or other circumstances are such as to prove that a hunt is conducted primarily for commercial purposes , the commission , after consulting the entities involved , shall be empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 4 in order to limit or prohibit the placing on the market of products resulting from that hunt .


### take action to improve the knowledge base on disaster risks and facilitate the sharing of knowledge , the results of scientific research , best practices and information , including among member states that share common risks . ### take action to promote education , raise awareness , improve the knowledge base on disaster risks and facilitate the dialogue , sharing of knowledge and cooperation , the results of scientific research and innovation , with recommendations and short - term forecasts , best practices and information , including among member states and their local and regional authorities , the neighbouring third countries , as well as outermost regions and octs where appropriate , that share common risks ;


### provide high - quality statistical information , which should be available in a timely manner for the european semester , to monitor the implementation of europe 2020 . new indicators shall , to the extent possible , be based on available statistical data . ### provide high - quality statistical information , which should be available in a timely manner , to monitor the implementation of europe 2020 . the data for each indicator shall be made available no later than 12 months after the end of the respective statistical year . in case of delays in the provision of data , the commission shall issue a public statement explaining the reasons for the time lag , including which national statistical authorities contributed to the delay as well as by which measures and by when this problem will be solved . new indicators shall , to the extent possible , be based on available statistical data .


### takes place on the premises of an educational establishment or through a secure electronic network accessible only by the educational establishment ' s pupils or students and teaching staff ; ### is restricted to the specifically limited circle of those taking part in the teaching activity such as pupils or students and teaching staff ;


### member states shall ensure that authors and performers receive on a regular basis and taking into account the specificities of each sector , timely , adequate and sufficient information on the exploitation of their works and performances from those to whom they have licensed or transferred their rights , notably as regards modes of exploitation , revenues generated and remuneration due . ### member states shall ensure that authors and performers receive on a regular basis and no less tan once a year and taking into account the specificities of each sector , timely , adequate , accurate and sufficient information on the exploitation of their works and performances from those to whom they have licensed or transferred their rights as well as subsequent transferees or licensees , notably as regards modes of exploitation , revenues generated and remuneration due .


### the general objective of the programme is to contribute to the shift towards a clean , circular , energy - efficient , low - carbon and climate - resilient economy , including through the transition to clean energy , to the protection and improvement of the quality of the environment and to halting and reversing biodiversity loss , thereby contributing to sustainable development . ### the general objective of the programme is to contribute to the shift towards a sustainable , circular , resource - and energy - efficient , low - carbon and climate - resilient economy , including through the transition to a highly energy - efficient and renewables - based energy system , to the protection and improvement of the quality of the environment and to halting and reversing biodiversity loss , thereby contributing to a high level of environmental protection and ambitious climate action . the programme shall also support better environmental and climate governance at all levels , including better involvement of civil society ngos and local actors .


### member states shall ensure that all personal data processed under this directive are only used for the purpose of facilitating the cross - border exchange of information on failures to pay road fees , and that the data subjects have the same rights to information , access , rectification , erasure and blocking , compensation and judicial redress as provided for in regulation 2016 / 679 and the national laws , regulations or administrative provisions transposing directive 2016 / 680 . ### member states shall ensure that all personal data processed under this directive are only used for the sole purpose of facilitating the cross - border exchange of information on failures to pay road fees and shall not be further processed for any other purpose , and that the data subjects have the same rights to information , access , rectification , erasure and blocking , compensation and judicial redress as provided for in regulation 2016 / 679 and , where applicable , directive 2016 / 680 .


### pursuant to the sustainable development goals , this regulation should contribute to reinforced monitoring and reporting with a focus on results , covering outputs , outcomes and impacts in partner countries benefiting from the union’s external financial assistance . in particular , as agreed in the consensus , actions under this regulation are expected to contribute 20% of the official development assistance funded under this regulation to social inclusion and human development , including gender equality and women’s empowerment . ### pursuant to the sustainable development goals , this regulation should contribute to reinforced monitoring and reporting with a focus on results , covering outputs , outcomes and impacts in partner countries benefiting from the union’s external financial assistance . in particular , as agreed in the consensus , actions under this regulation are expected to contribute 20% of the official development assistance funded under this regulation to social inclusion and human development , including education and culture , gender equality and the empowerment of women and children .


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


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


### this regulation shall contribute to actions established under regulation no . … / … . a single programming document shall be drawn up from this regulation for seven years , including funds from regulation no … / … . regulation no . … / … shall apply to the use of these funds . ### this regulation shall financially contribute to actions established under regulation no . … / … . a single programming document shall be drawn up from this regulation for seven years , including funds from regulation no … / … . regulation no . … / … shall apply to the use of these funds , while ensuring conformity with this regulation and regulation no … / … .


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


### the general objective of the programme &#8220 ; neighbourhood , development and international cooperation instrument&#8221 ; should be to uphold and promote the union ' s values and interests worldwide in order to pursue the objectives and principles of the union ' s external action , as laid down in article 3 , articles 8 and 21 of the treaty on european union . ### the general objective of the programme &#8220 ; neighbourhood , development and international cooperation instrument&#8221 ; should be to uphold and promote the respect for and promotion of fundamental values , notably democracy and human rights , worldwide in order to pursue the objectives and principles of the union ' s external action , as laid down in article 3 , articles 8 and 21 of the treaty on european union .


### the global context for action is the pursuit of a rules - based global order , with multilateralism as its key principle and the united nations at its core . the 2030 agenda , together with the paris agreement on climate change57 and the addis ababa action agenda58 is the international community’s response to global challenges and trends in relation to sustainable development . with the sustainable development goals at its core , the 2030 agenda is a transformative framework to eradicate poverty and achieve sustainable development globally . it is universal in scope , providing a comprehensive shared framework for action that applies to the union , to its member states and to its partners . it balances the economic , social and environmental dimensions of sustainable development , recognising the essential interlinkages between its goals and targets . the 2030 agenda aims to leave no one behind . the implementation of the 2030 agenda will be closely coordinated with the union’s other relevant international commitments . actions undertaken by this regulation should pay particular attention to interlinkages between sustainable development goals and to integrated actions that can create co - benefits and meet multiple objectives in a coherent way . _________________ 57 signed in new york on 22 april 2016 . 58 “addis ababa action agenda of the third international conference on financing for development” , adopted on 16 june 2015 and endorsed by the united nations general assembly on 27 july 2015 . ### the global context for action is the pursuit of a rules - based global order , with multilateralism as its key principle and the united nations at its core . the 2030 agenda , together with the paris agreement on climate change57 and the addis ababa action agenda58 is the international community’s response to global challenges and trends in relation to sustainable development . with the sustainable development goals at its core , the 2030 agenda is a transformative framework to eradicate poverty and achieve sustainable development globally . it is universal in scope , providing a comprehensive shared framework for action that applies to the union , to its member states and to its partners . it balances the economic , social and environmental dimensions of sustainable development , recognising the essential interlinkages between its goals and targets . the 2030 agenda aims to leave no one behind . the implementation of the 2030 agenda will be closely coordinated with the union’s other relevant international commitments . actions undertaken by this regulation should pay particular attention to supporting interlinkages between sustainable development goals and actions that can create co - benefits and meet multiple objectives in a coherent way , in line with sustainable development goal 4 . _________________ 57 signed in new york on 22 april 2016 . 58 “addis ababa action agenda of the third international conference on financing for development” , adopted on 16 june 2015 and endorsed by the united nations general assembly on 27 july 2015 .


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


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


### institutions should provide clear and adequate information to prospective members , members and beneficiaries to support their decision - making about their retirement and ensure a high level of transparency throughout the various phases of a scheme comprising pre - enrolment , membership and post - retirement . in particular , information concerning accrued pension entitlements , projected levels of retirement benefits , risks and guarantees , and costs should be given . where members bear an investment risk , additional information on the investment profile , any available options and past performance are also crucial . ### institutions should provide clear and adequate information to prospective members , members and beneficiaries to support their decision - making about their retirement and ensure a high level of transparency throughout the various phases of a scheme comprising pre - enrolment , membership and post - retirement . in particular , information concerning accrued pension entitlements , projected levels of retirement benefits , risks and guarantees , and costs should be given . where members bear an investment risk , additional information on the investment profile , any available options and past performance are also crucial . however , clear and adequate information should not aim at the maximum of information only but also ensure that the information is adequate to the needs of the user , in line with the un convention on the rights of persons with disabilities especially as regards accessibility , access to information and taking into account the financial literacy of each individual .


### the commission shall be empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 43 to amend annexes i to iv for the purposes of adapting them to technical progress and facilitating internal market access and free movement for ce marked fertilising products ### the commission shall be empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 43 to amend annex i , part i and annexes ii to iv for the purposes of adapting them to technical progress and facilitating internal market access and free movement for ce marked fertilising products


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


### - cadmium 3 mg / kg dry matter , ### - cadmium 1 , 5 mg / kg dry matter ,


### - lead 150 mg / kg dry matter . ### - lead 20 mg / kg dry matter .


### - lead 120 mg / kg dry matter , and ### - lead 20 mg / kg dry matter , and


### contaminants in ce marked fertilising products , such as cadmium , can potentially pose a risk to human and animal health and the environment as they accumulate in the environment and enter the food chain . their content should therefore be limited in such products . furthermore , impurities in ce marked fertilising products derived from bio - waste , in particular polymers but also metal and glass , should be either prevented or limited to the extent technically feasible by detection of such impurities in separately collected bio - waste before processing . ### contaminants in ce marked fertilising products , such as cadmium , pose a risk to human and animal health and the environment as they accumulate in the environment and enter the food chain . their content should therefore be limited in such products . furthermore , impurities in ce marked fertilising products derived from bio - waste , in particular polymers but also metal and glass , should be either prevented or limited to the extent technically feasible by detection of such impurities in separately collected bio - waste before processing .


### lead 120 mg / kg dry matter . ### lead 20 mg / kg dry matter .


### this regulation should not prevent the application of existing union legislation relating to aspects of protection of health , safety and the environment not covered by this regulation . this regulation should therefore apply without prejudice to council directive 86 / 278 / eec22 , council directive 89 / 391 / eec23 , regulation no 1907 / 2006 of the european parliament and of the council24 , regulation no 1272 / 2008 of the european parliament and of the council25 , commission regulation no 1881 / 200626 , council directive 2000 / 29 / ec27 , regulation no 98 / 2013 of the european parliament and of the council28 , and regulation no 1143 / 2014 of the european parliament and of the council29 . __________________ 22 council directive 86 / 278 / eec of 12 june 1986 on the protection of the environment , and in particular of the soil , when sewage sludge is used in agriculture . 23 council directive 89 / 391 / eec of 12 june 1989 on the introduction of measures to encourage improvements in the safety and health of workers at work . 24 regulation no 1907 / 2006 of the european parliament and of the council of 18 december 2006 concerning the registration , evaluation , authorisation and restriction of chemicals . 25 regulation no 1272 / 2008 of the european parliament and of the council of 16 december 2008 on classification , labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures . 26 commission regulation no 1881 / 2006 of 19 december 2006 setting maximum levels for certain contaminants in foodstuffs . 27 council directive 2000 / 29 / ec of 8 may 2000 on protective measures against the introduction into the community of organisms harmful to plants or plant products and against their spread within the community . 28 regulation no 98 / 2013 of the european parliament and of the council of 15 january 2013 on the marketing and use of explosives precursors . 29 regulation no 1143 / 2014 of the european parliament and of the council of 22 october 2014 on the prevention and management of the introduction and spread of invasive alien species . ### this regulation should not prevent the application of existing union legislation relating to aspects of protection of health , safety and the environment not covered by this regulation . this regulation should therefore apply without prejudice to council directive 86 / 278 / eec22 , council directive 91 / 676 / eec22a , council directive 2000 / 60 / ec 22b , council directive 89 / 391 / eec23 , regulation no 1907 / 2006 of the european parliament and of the council24 , regulation no 1272 / 2008 of the european parliament and of the council25 , commission regulation no 1881 / 200626 , council directive 2000 / 29 / ec27 , regulation no 98 / 2013 of the european parliament and of the council28 , and regulation no 1143 / 2014 of the european parliament and of the council29 and council regulation no 834 / 2007 29a . __________________ 22 council directive 86 / 278 / eec of 12 june 1986 on the protection of the environment , and in particular of the soil , when sewage sludge is used in agriculture . 22a council directive 91 / 676 / eec of 12 december 1991 concerning the protection of waters against pollution caused by nitrates from agricultural sources 22b directive 2000 / 60 / ec of the european parliament and of the council of 23 october 2000 establishing a framework for community action in the field of water policy 23 council directive 89 / 391 / eec of 12 june 1989 on the introduction of measures to encourage improvements in the safety and health of workers at work . 24 regulation no 1907 / 2006 of the european parliament and of the council of 18 december 2006 concerning the registration , evaluation , authorisation and restriction of chemicals . 25 regulation no 1272 / 2008 of the european parliament and of the council of 16 december 2008 on classification , labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures . 26 commission regulation no 1881 / 2006 of 19 december 2006 setting maximum levels for certain contaminants in foodstuffs . 27 council directive 2000 / 29 / ec of 8 may 2000 on protective measures against the introduction into the community of organisms harmful to plants or plant products and against their spread within the community . 28 regulation no 98 / 2013 of the european parliament and of the council of 15 january 2013 on the marketing and use of explosives precursors . 29 regulation no 1143 / 2014 of the european parliament and of the council of 22 october 2014 on the prevention and management of the introduction and spread of invasive alien species . 29a council regulation no 834 / 2007 of 28 june 2007 on organic production and labelling of organic products


### ' 34 . ' plant biostimulant ' means a product stimulating plant nutrition processes independently of the product ' s nutrient content with the sole aim of improving one or more of the following characteristics of the plant : ### ' 34 . ' plant biostimulant ' means any naturally occurring substance or microorganism stimulating plant nutrition processes independently of its nutrient content , or any combination of such substances and / or microorganisms , with the sole aim of improving one or more of the following characteristics of the plant :


### lead 150 mg / kg dry matter , ### lead 20 mg / kg dry matter ,


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


### the limit values set out in annex iii to directive 2004 / 37 / ec for vinyl chloride monomer and hardwood dusts should be revised in the light of more recent scientific data . ### to ensure compliance with and the application of the precautionary principle regarding workers’ health and safety , the limit values set out in annex iii to directive 2004 / 37 / ec for vinyl chloride monomer , hardwood dusts , benzene and chromium should be regularly revised in the light of more recent scientific data .


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


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


### directive 2004 / 37 / ec aims to protect workers against risks to their health and safety from exposure to carcinogens or mutagens at the workplace and lays down minimum requirements to that effect including limit values , on the basis of the available scientific and technical data . ### directive 2004 / 37 / ec aims to protect workers against risks to their health and safety from exposure to carcinogens , mutagens and reprotoxic substances at the workplace and lays down minimum requirements to that effect including limit values , on the basis of the available scientific and technical data .


### unless otherwise provided for in the work programme referred to in article 27 , the action shall be undertaken in a cooperation of at least three legal entities which are established in at least three different member states and / or associated countries . at least three of these eligible entities established in at least two member states and / or associated countries shall not , during the whole implementation of the action , be effectively controlled , directly or indirectly , by the same entity , and shall not control each other . ### the action shall be undertaken in a cooperation of at least three legal entities which are established in at least three different member states and / or associated countries . at least three of these eligible entities established in at least two member states and / or associated countries shall not , during the whole implementation of the action , be effectively controlled , directly or indirectly , by the same entity , and shall not control each other .


### support collaborative development projects of defence products and technologies consistent with defence capability priorities commonly agreed by member states within the framework of the common foreign and security policy , thus contributing to greater efficiency of defence spending within the union , achieving greater economies of scale , reducing the risk of unnecessary duplication and as such reducing the fragmentation of defence products and technologies throughout the union . ultimately , the fund will lead to greater interoperability between member states ' capabilities . ### support highly efficient collaborative development projects of defence products and technologies consistent with defence capability priorities commonly agreed by member states within the framework of the capability development plan , thus contributing to greater efficiency of defence spending within the union , achieving greater economies of scale , reducing the risk of unnecessary duplication and as such reducing the fragmentation of defence products and technologies throughout the union . ultimately , the fund shall seek greater interoperability between member states ' capabilities .


### member states may decide not to set or apply the requirements referred to in paragraphs 2 and 3 to public buildings which are already covered by directive 2014 / 94 / eu . ; ### member states may decide not to set or apply the requirements referred to in paragraphs 2 and 3 to public buildings provided that they are already covered by comparable requirements according to directive 2014 / 94 / eu . ;


### member states shall lay down the necessary measures to establish a regular inspection of the accessible parts of air - conditioning systems for non - residential buildings with total primary energy use of over 250mwh and for residential buildings with a centralised technical building system of a cumulated effective rated output of over 100 kw . the inspection shall include an assessment of the air - conditioning efficiency and the sizing compared to the cooling requirements of the building . the assessment of the sizing does not have to be repeated as long as no changes were made to this air - conditioning system or as regards the cooling requirements of the building in the meantime . ; ### member states shall lay down the necessary measures to establish a regular inspection of the accessible parts of air - conditioning systems for non - residential buildings and for residential buildings with a centralised technical building system of a cumulated effective rated output of over 12 kw . the inspection shall include an assessment of the air - conditioning efficiency and the sizing compared to the cooling requirements of the building , as well as the cooling system performance at full and part load conditions , including effectiveness of individual room temperature control and hydronic balancing . the assessment of the sizing does not have to be repeated as long as no changes were made to this air - conditioning system or as regards the cooling requirements of the building in the meantime . member states shall introduce measures to ensure that recommendations from inspections and maintenance are implemented within 3 months of the inspection ; ;


### to guide investment decisions as referred to in point in paragraph 1 , member states shall introduce mechanisms for : ### to guide investment decisions as referred to in paragraph 1 , member states shall introduce mechanisms and make use of the measures of the smart finance for smart buildings initiative for :


### the aggregation of projects , to make it easier for investors to fund the renovations referred to in points and in paragraph 1 ; ### the aggregation of projects for example by using project development assistance , including in cities and communities , to make it easier for investors to fund the renovations referred to in paragraph 1 ;


### the union is committed to developing a secure , competitive and decarbonised energy system by 205012 . to meet this goal , member states and investors need milestones to ensure that buildings are decarbonised by 2050 . in order to ensure this decarbonised building stock by 2050 , member states should identify the intermediary steps to achieving the mid - term and long - term objectives . __________________ 12 communication on an energy roadmap 2050 , 885 final ) . ### not at least in the light of the paris agreement , the union is committed to developing a secure , competitive and decarbonised energy system by 205012 . to meet this goal , member states and investors need a stable framework established through a clear long - term vision to achieve a nearly zero energy buildings stock by 2050 , with binding milestones to achieve the short - term , mid - term and long - term objectives . __________________ 12 communication on an energy roadmap 2050 , 885 final ) .


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


### in article 19 , ‘ 2017’ is replaced by ‘ 2028’ ; ### in article 19 , ‘ 2017’ is replaced by ‘ 2024’ ;


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


### with effective control functionalities to ensure optimum generation , distribution and use of energy . ; ### with effective control functionalities to ensure optimum generation , distribution and use of energy at full and part load conditions , including hydronic balancing . ;


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


### continuously monitoring , analysing and adjusting energy usage ; ### continuously monitoring , logging , analysing , adjusting and reporting energy usage to optimize energy performance at full load and part load conditions and , where applicable , also on energy generation and demand in response to price signals , and occupants needs ;


### ‘ 6a . when member states put in place a database for registering epcs it shall allow tracking the actual energy consumption of the buildings covered , regardless of their size and category . the database shall contain the actual energy consumption data of buildings frequently visited by the public with useful floor area of over 250 m² which shall be regularly updated . ### ‘ 6a . member states shall put in place an independently managed database for registering epcs which is without additional costs to the citizen and is maintained by building professionals such as certifiers or installers , to allow tracking the actual energy consumption of the buildings covered , regardless of their size and category . the database shall also contain the actual energy consumption data of buildings owned , managed or occupied by public authorities , as well as those frequently visited by the public and shall be regularly updated .


### primary energy factors shall discount the share of renewable energy in energy carriers so that calculations equally treat : the energy from renewable source that is generated on - site , and the energy from renewable energy sources supplied through the energy carrier . ’ ; ### in accordance with the energy efficiency first principle , member states shall pursue the optimal energy performance of the building and the implementation of the requirements of article 9 . the calculations shall equally treat : the energy from renewable source that is generated on - site and the energy from renewable energy sources supplied through the energy carrier , while taking into account of the total emissions related to on - site consumed biomass . ’ ;


### as an alternative to paragraph 1 member states may set requirements to ensure that residential buildings with centralised technical building systems of a cumulated effective rated output of over 100 kw ### as an alternative to paragraph 1 member states may set requirements to ensure that residential buildings with centralised technical building systems of a cumulated effective rated output of over 12 kw are equipped :


### access to financing is easier when good - quality information is available . public buildings with a total useful floor area over 250 m² should therefore be required to disclose their actual energy consumption . ### access to financing is easier with an ambitious and stable long - term framework in place and when good - quality information is available . this information also includes epcs , information from maintenance and inspections and energy performance databases . public buildings , including those owned , managed and occupied by public authorities , whether owned by the member state , region , or municipality , or privately owned but publicly used buildings , should meet their role and lead by example by becoming nzeb buildings in accordance with directive 2012 / 27 / eu and disclose their actual energy consumption


### ‘ 2 . as an alternative to paragraph 1 member states may set requirements to ensure that non - residential buildings with total primary energy use of over 250 mwh per year are equipped with building automation and control systems . these systems shall be capable of : ### ‘ 2 . member states shall set requirements to ensure that non - residential buildings with total primary energy use of over 250 mwh per year are equipped with building automation and control systems by 2023 . these systems shall be programmed and regularly maintained by professionals and capable of :


### ‘ 1 . member states shall lay down the necessary measures to establish a regular inspection of the accessible parts of systems used for heating buildings , such as the heat generator , control system and circulation pump for non - residential buildings with total primary energy use of over 250mwh and for residential buildings with a centralised technical building system of a cumulated effective rated output of over 100 kw . that inspection shall include an assessment of the boiler efficiency and the boiler sizing compared with the heating requirements of the building . the assessment of the boiler sizing does not have to be repeated as long as no changes were made to the heating system or as regards the heating requirements of the building in the meantime . ’ ; ### ‘ 1 . member states shall lay down the necessary measures to establish a regular , mandatory inspection of the accessible parts of systems used for heating buildings , such as the heat generator , control system and circulation pump for non - residential buildings and for residential buildings with a centralised technical building system of a cumulated effective rated output of over 20 kw . that inspection shall include an assessment of the heat generator efficiency , the heat generator sizing compared with the heating requirements of the building , and the heating system performance at full and part load conditions , including effectiveness of individual room temperature control and hydronic balancing , as well as the safety measures in place to protect against carbon monoxide poisoning and the leakage of any substances harmful to health and safety . the assessment of the heat generator sizing does not have to be repeated as long as no changes were made to the heating system or as regards the heating requirements of the building in the meantime . member states shall introduce measures to ensure that recommendations from inspections and maintenance are implemented within 3 months of the inspection . ’ ;


### ‘ 6 . member states shall link their financial measures for energy efficiency improvements in the renovation of buildings to the energy savings achieved due to such renovation . these savings shall be determined by comparing energy performance certificates issued before and after renovation . ’ ; ### ‘ 6 . member states shall link their financial measures , actions and policies for energy efficiency improvements in buildings to the energy savings achieved through deep or staged - deep renovation of buildings or districts with a view of reaching a nearly zero energy building stock by 2050 in the eu . these savings shall be determined by comparing real energy performance before and after renovation . non - energy benefits such as health benefits or increased air quality shall be considered by comparing appropriate reference values . ’ ;


### to ensure their best use in building renovation , financial measures related to energy efficiency should be linked to the depth of the renovation , which should be assessed by comparing energy performance certificates issued before and after the renovation . ### to ensure their best use in building renovation , financial measures related to energy efficiency should be linked to the depth and an holistic approach of the renovation to ensure high energy performance of the concerned building or districts , with a specific focus on energy poor households . such renovations should be assessed by comparing energy performance before and after the renovation and by comparing levels of non - energy benefit reference values such as comfort , air quality , energy poverty and access to sustainable mobility of the inhabitants before and after the renovation .


### ‘ 2 . as an alternative to paragraph 1 member states may set requirements to ensure that non - residential buildings with total primary energy use of over 250 mwh per year are equipped with building automation and control systems . these systems shall be capable of : ### ‘ 2 . member states shall require that large non - residential buildings with total primary energy use of over 250 mwh per year are equipped with building automation and control systems by january 2023 . these systems shall be capable of :


### ‘ 1 . the energy performance of a building shall reflect its typical energy use for heating , cooling , domestic hot water , ventilation and lighting . ### ‘ 1 . the energy performance of a building shall reflect its typical energy use for heating , cooling , domestic hot water , ventilation , lighting and other technical buildings systems , as well as building automation and control systems .


### member states shall in particular provide information to the owners or tenants of buildings on energy performance certificates , their purpose and objectives , on cost - effective ways to improve the energy performance of the building and , where appropriate , on financial instruments available to improve the energy performance of the building . ; ### member states shall in particular provide information in the form of independent , easily accessible and free energy advisory services to the owners , managers or tenants of buildings , on energy performance . the information given shall encompass national policies , actions and measures on energy savings renovations and energy performance certificates , which shall include updated information on cost - effective measures to improve the energy performance of the building , including by stages , with the objective of attaining the nearly zero - energy building standard . the advisory services shall make available low - cost energy efficiency measures 1a , assist with monitoring and provide information on financial instruments available . __________________ 1a european commission study on the ' feasibility of financing low cost energy efficiency measures for low income households from eu funds ' .


### notably for large installations , building automation and electronic monitoring of technical building systems have proven to be an effective replacement for inspections . the installation of such equipment should be considered as the most cost - effective alternative to inspections in large non - residential and multifamily buildings of a sufficient size that allow a payback of less than three years . the current possibility to opt for alternative measures is therefore deleted . for small scale installations , the documentation of the system performance by installers and the registration of this information in the databases on energy performance certification will support the verification of compliance with the minimum requirements set for all technical building systems and reinforce energy performance certificates role . in addition , existing regular safety inspections and programmed maintenance work will remain an opportunity to provide direct advice on energy efficiency improvements . ### passive building systems that do not consume energy in operation , effective facility management by professionals , as well as well - maintained energy and resource efficient building automation and control systems for the electronic monitoring of technical building systems have all their merits and deliver business cases for cost - effective and significant energy savings . in case of staged deep renovations the optimal order of efficiency improvements should be carefully planned . replacement and sizing of technical building systems and building automation and control systems should take into account plans for a staged deep renovation . in those cases , they allow continued savings generated beyond the payback period , which can be re - invested during the next phase of a staged - deep renovation . notably for large installations , building automation and control systems can be an effective complement for inspections . on the condition that they trigger action by owners and managers on the information provided , they can help maintaining energy savings over time , and thus the installation of such equipment should be considered as the most cost - effective alternative to inspections in large non - residential and multi - family buildings of a sufficient size that allow a payback of less than three years . the current possibility to opt for alternative measures is therefore deleted . it should be possible to exempt technical systems explicitly covered by an energy performance contract from an additional inspection requirement . for small scale installations , the documentation of the system performance by the installers and the registration of this information in the databases on energy performance certification by the certifiers will support the verification of compliance with the minimum requirements set for all technical building systems and reinforce energy performance certificates role . in addition , existing regular safety inspections and programmed maintenance work will remain an occasion to provide direct advice on the possibilities of energy efficiency improvements as well as renewable , alternative highly efficient installations .


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


### as an alternative to paragraph 1 member states may set requirements to ensure that residential buildings with centralised technical building systems of a cumulated effective rated output of over 100 kw ### member states shall set requirements to ensure that residential buildings with centralised technical building systems of a cumulated effective rated output of over 12 kw are equipped :


### the commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 23 supplementing this directive with a definition of ‘ smartness indicator’ and with the conditions under which the ‘ smartness indicator’ would be provided as additional information to prospective new tenants or buyers . ### the commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 23 supplementing this directive with a definition of ‘ smartness indicator’ in accordance with the design and methodology set out in annex ia and with the conditions under which the ‘ smartness indicator’ would be connected to the energy performance certificates referred to in article 11 and would be provided by the owners as additional information to prospective new investors , tenants , buyers and market participants , such as aggregators . .


### innovation and new technology also make it possible for buildings to support the overall decarbonisation of the economy . for example , buildings can leverage the development of the infrastructure necessary for the smart charging of electric vehicles also provide a basis for member states , if they choose to , to use car batteries as a source of power . to reflect this aim , the definition of technical building systems should be extended . ### a holistic approach , deep renovation , innovation and new technologies also make it possible for whole neighbourhoods to become nearly zero energy districts , in which highly energy efficient buildings are key components of the local energy system and sustainable mobility plans . to reflect this aim , a holistic approach in spatial planning taking also into account non - energy co - benefits such as health and air quality , a focus on deep renovations , openness to future innovations and the extension of the definition and role of energy saving technical building systems is imperative .


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


### continuously monitoring , analysing and adjusting energy usage ; ### continuously monitoring , logging , analysing , adjusting and reporting energy usage , and if applicable generation and distribution ;


### in article 7 , the fifth subparagraph is deleted ; ### article 7 , the fifth paragraph is replaced by the following : ' member states shall encourage , in relation to buildings undergoing major renovation , the consideration and taking into account of alternative , high - efficiency systems , in so far as this is technically , functionally and economically feasible . '


### ‘ 6a . when member states put in place a database for registering epcs it shall allow tracking the actual energy consumption of the buildings covered , regardless of their size and category . the database shall contain the actual energy consumption data of buildings frequently visited by the public with useful floor area of over 250 m² which shall be regularly updated . ### ‘ 6a . member states shall put in place an independently managed database for registering epcs which is without additional costs to the citizen and is maintained by building professionals such as certifiers or installers , to allow tracking the actual energy consumption of the buildings covered , regardless of their size and category . the database shall also contain the actual energy consumption data of buildings owned , managed or occupied by public authorities , as well as those frequently visited by the public and shall be regularly updated .


### the union is committed to developing a secure , competitive and decarbonised energy system by 205012 . to meet this goal , member states and investors need milestones to ensure that buildings are decarbonised by 2050 . in order to ensure this decarbonised building stock by 2050 , member states should identify the intermediary steps to achieving the mid - term and long - term objectives . __________________ 12 communication on an energy roadmap 2050 , 885 final ) . ### not at least in the light of the paris agreement , the union is committed to developing a secure , competitive and decarbonised energy system by 205012 . to meet this goal , member states and investors need a stable framework established through a clear long - term vision to achieve a nearly zero energy buildings stock by 2050 , with binding milestones to achieve the short - term , mid - term and long - term objectives . __________________ 12 communication on an energy roadmap 2050 , 885 final ) .


### ‘ 6a . when member states put in place a database for registering epcs it shall allow tracking the actual energy consumption of the buildings covered , regardless of their size and category . the database shall contain the actual energy consumption data of buildings frequently visited by the public with useful floor area of over 250 m² which shall be regularly updated . ### ‘ 6a . member states shall put in place a database for registering epcs and for uploading real energy consumption data of public , commercial and large residential buildings which shall allow tracking the actual energy consumption of the buildings covered , regardless of their size and category . the commission shall provide guidance in creating this database which will enhance energy performance comparisons and benchmarking across the member states , energy suppliers , dsos and other involved parties shall provide the necessary data free of charge while respecting the rules on data protection and the database shall be updated annually .


### the programme should take into account the dual nature of the cultural and creative sectors , recognising , on the one hand , the intrinsic and artistic value of culture and , on the other , the economic value of those sectors , including their broader contribution to growth and competitiveness , creativity and innovation . this requires strong european cultural and creative sectors , in particular a vibrant european audiovisual industry , taking into account its capacity to reach large audiences and its economic importance , including for other creative sectors as well as cultural tourism . however , competition in global audiovisual markets has been further intensified by the deepening digital disruption e . g . changes in media production , consumption and the growing position of global platforms in the distribution of content . therefore , there is a need to step - up the support to the european industry . ### the programme should take into account the dual nature of the cultural and creative sectors , recognising , on the one hand , the intrinsic and artistic value of culture and , on the other , the economic value of those sectors , including their broader contribution to growth and competitiveness , creativity , innovation and social inclusion . this requires strong european cultural and creative sectors , both in the for - profit and not - for - profit domains . this also requires a vibrant european audiovisual industry , taking into account its capacity to reach large audiences of all ages and its economic importance , including for other creative sectors as well as cultural tourism . however , competition in global audiovisual markets has been further intensified by the deepening digital disruption e . g . changes in media production , consumption and the growing position of global platforms in the distribution of content . therefore , there is a need to step - up the support to the european industry , while providing equal support to the rest of the cultural and creative sectors .


### to strengthen european identity and values through cultural awareness , arts education and culture - based creativity in education ; ### to strengthen the sense of community and democratic values through cultural awareness , artistic expression , visibility and recognition of creators , critical thinking , arts education and culture - based creativity in formal , non - formal and informal lifelong education ;


### support to architecture and cultural heritage sectors : targeted actions for the mobility of operators , capacity - building , audience development and internationalization of the cultural heritage and architecture sectors , promotion of baukultur , support to the safeguarding , conservation and enhancement of cultural heritage and its values through awareness - raising , networking and peer - to - peer learning activities ; ### support to architecture , past and present , and tangible and intangible cultural heritage sectors : targeted actions for the mobility of operators , capacity - building , audience development and internationalization of the cultural heritage and architecture sectors , promotion of baukultur , support to the safeguarding , conservation and enhancement of tangible and intangible cultural heritage and its values through awareness - raising , networking and peer - to - peer learning activities ;


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


### the promotion of european cultural diversity depends on the existence of flourishing and resilient cultural and creative sectors , able to create , produce and distribute their works to a large and diverse european audience . this thereby enlarges their business potential and contributes to sustainable growth and jobs creation . in addition , promotion of creativity contributes to boosting competitiveness and sparkling innovation in the industrial value chains . in spite of recent progress , the european cultural and creative market continues to be fragmented along national and linguistic lines , which do not allow the cultural and creative sectors to fully benefit from the european single market and the digital single market in particular . ### the promotion of european cultural diversity and common roots stems from and depends on the freedom of artistic expression , the capability and competences of artists and cultural operators , as well as the existence of flourishing and resilient cultural and creative sectors in the public and private domain and its ability to create , produce and distribute their works to a large and diverse european audience . in addition , their business potential contributes to sustainable growth and jobs creation , while the promotion of creation , artistic research and creativity contributes to generating new knowledge and driving forward artistic and cultural practices , boosting competitiveness and sparking creation and innovation .


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


### artistic freedom is at the core of vibrant cultural and creative industries , including the news media sector . the programme should promote cross - overs and collaboration between the audiovisual sector and the publishing sector to promote a pluralistic media environment . ### artistic freedom , freedom of expression and pluralism are a prerequisite for and at the core of vibrant cultural and creative sectors . the programme should promote cross - overs and collaboration between all creative sectors in order to strengthen pluralistic artistic and media environments as well as the appropriate visibility and recognition of creators .


### support to other sectors : targeted actions in favour of the development of the creative aspects of the design and fashion sectors and cultural tourism as well as to their promotion and representation outside the european union . ### support to other sectors : targeted promotion actions raising awareness in and outside the european union about the creative aspects of the design and fashion sectors , as well as about a growing sustainable cultural tourism .