### (17) the commission , in its communication ‘the european green deal’ , announced its intention to assess and make proposals for increasing the union’s greenhouse gas emission reduction target for 2030 to ensure its consistency with the climate-neutrality objective for 2050. in that communication , the commission underlined that all union policies should contribute to the climate-neutrality objective and that all sectors should play their part. by september 2020 , the commission should , based on a comprehensive impact assessment and taking into account its analysis of the integrated national energy and climate plans submitted to the commission in accordance with regulation (eu) 2018/1999 of the european parliament and of the council36 , review the union’s 2030 target for climate and explore options for a new 2030 target of 50 to 55 % emission reductions compared with 1990 levels. where it considers necessary to amend the union’s 2030 target , it should make proposals to the european parliament and to the council to amend this regulation as appropriate. in addition , the commission should , by 30 june 2021 , assess how the union legislation implementing that target would need to be amended in order to achieve emission reductions of 50 to 55 % compared to 1990. ### (17) the commission , in its communication ‘the european green deal’ , announced its intention to assess and make proposals for increasing the union’s greenhouse gas emission reduction target for 2030 to ensure its consistency with the climate-neutrality objective for 2050. in that communication , the commission underlined that all union policies should contribute to the climate-neutrality objective and that all sectors should play their part. by september 2020 , the commission should , based on a comprehensive impact assessment with a breakdown per member state , evaluating expected impacts at member states' level and taking into account its analysis of the integrated national energy and climate plans submitted to the commission in accordance with regulation (eu) 2018/1999 of the european parliament and of the council36 , review the union’s 2030 target for climate and explore options for a new 2030 target of 50 to 55 % emission reductions compared with 1990 levels; in order to reach this target , all member states should commit to reduce their emission levels by minimum 40% until 2030. where it considers necessary to amend the union’s 2030 target , it should make proposals to the european parliament and to the council to amend this regulation as appropriate. in addition , the commission should , by 30 june 2021 , assess how the union legislation implementing that target would need to be amended in order to achieve emission reductions of 50 to 55 % compared to 1990.


### (17) the commission , in its communication ‘the european green deal’ , announced its intention to assess and make proposals for increasing the union’s greenhouse gas emission reduction target for 2030 to ensure its consistency with the climate-neutrality objective for 2050. in that communication , the commission underlined that all union policies should contribute to the climate-neutrality objective and that all sectors should play their part. by september 2020 , the commission should , based on a comprehensive impact assessment and taking into account its analysis of the integrated national energy and climate plans submitted to the commission in accordance with regulation (eu) 2018/1999 of the european parliament and of the council36 , review the union’s 2030 target for climate and explore options for a new 2030 target of 50 to 55 % emission reductions compared with 1990 levels. where it considers necessary to amend the union’s 2030 target , it should make proposals to the european parliament and to the council to amend this regulation as appropriate. in addition , the commission should , by 30 june 2021 , assess how the union legislation implementing that target would need to be amended in order to achieve emission reductions of 50 to 55 % compared to 1990. ### (17) the commission , in its communication ‘the european green deal’ , announced its intention to assess and make proposals for increasing the union’s greenhouse gas emission reduction target for 2030 to ensure its consistency with the climate-neutrality objective for 2050. in that communication , the commission underlined that all union policies should contribute to the climate-neutrality objective and that all sectors should play their part. by september 2020 , the commission should , based on a comprehensive impact assessment and taking into account its analysis of the integrated national energy and climate plans submitted to the commission in accordance with regulation (eu) 2018/1999 of the european parliament and of the council36 , review the union’s 2030 target for climate and explore options for a new 2030 target of at least 55 % emission reductions compared with 1990 levels. where it considers necessary to amend the union’s 2030 target , it should make proposals to the european parliament and to the council to amend this regulation as appropriate. in addition , the commission should , by 30 june 2021 ,assess how the union legislation implementing that target would need to be amended in order to achieve emission reductions of at least 55 % compared to 1990. the commission shall provide also binding targets within the range of 80 to 85 % of reduction for the year2040 as soon as possible and until 2025 at the latest.


### (17) the commission , in its communication ‘the european green deal’ , announced its intention to assess and make proposals for increasing the union’s greenhouse gas emission reduction target for 2030 to ensure its consistency with the climate-neutrality objective for 2050. in that communication , the commission underlined that all union policies should contribute to the climate-neutrality objective and that all sectors should play their part. by september 2020 , the commission should , based on a comprehensive impact assessment and taking into account its analysis of the integrated national energy and climate plans submitted to the commission in accordance with regulation (eu) 2018/1999 of the european parliament and of the council36 , review the union’s 2030 target for climate and explore options for a new 2030 target of 50 to 55 % emission reductions compared with 1990 levels. where it considers necessary to amend the union’s 2030 target , it should make proposals to the european parliament and to the council to amend this regulation as appropriate. in addition , the commission should , by 30 june 2021 , assess how the union legislation implementing that target would need to be amended in order to achieve emission reductions of 50 to 55 % compared to 1990. ### (17) the covid-19 containment measures will trigger the sharpest economic downturn since the great depression. achieving climate neutrality within the timeframe set by the european council would have a pro-cyclical effect at a time when it is of paramount importance to implement robust anti-cyclical policies. for this reason , achievement of climate neutrality must take second place to full economic recovery in all member states. by december 2021 , the commission should , based on a comprehensive impact assessment that takes into account the medium to long-term socio-economic consequences of the pandemic , as well as its analysis of the integrated national energy and climate plans submitted to the commission in accordance with regulation (eu) 2018/1999 of the european parliament and of the council36 , review the union’s 2030 target for climate and explore options for a new 2030 target that are more in line with the new economic reality of europe and the world. where it considers necessary to amend the union’s 2030 target , it should make proposals to the european parliament and to the council to amend this regulation as appropriate. in addition , the commission should , by 30 june 2021 , assess how the union legislation implementing that target would need to be amended in order to achieve emission reductions of 50 to 55 % compared to 1990.


### (18) to ensure the union and the member states remain on track to achieve the climate-neutrality objective and progress on adaptation , the commission should regularly assess progress. should the collective progress made by member states towards the achievement of the climate-neutrality objective or on adaptation be insufficient or union measures inconsistent with the climate-neutrality objective or inadequate to enhance adaptive capacity , strengthen resilience or reduce vulnerability , the commission should take the necessary measures in accordance with the treaties. the commission should also regularly assess relevant national measures , and issue recommendations where it finds that a member state’s measures are inconsistent with the climate-neutrality objective or inadequate to enhance adaptive capacity , strengthen resilience and reduce vulnerability to climate change. ### (18) to ensure the union and the member states remain on track to achieve the climate-neutrality objective and progress on adaptation , the commission should regularly measure and assess progress , making all relevant data available to the public. should the collective progress made by member states and regions towards the achievement of the climate-neutrality objective or on adaptation be insufficient or union measures inconsistent with the climate-neutrality objective or inadequate to enhance adaptive capacity , strengthen resilience or reduce vulnerability , the commission should take the necessary measures in accordance with the treaties. the commission should also regularly assess relevant national and regional measures , and issue recommendations where it finds that a member state’s measures are inconsistent with the climate-neutrality objective or inadequate to enhance adaptive capacity , strengthen resilience and reduce vulnerability to climate change. pursuant to treaties provisions , the commission shall ensure that all member states apply this regulation , and may resort to article 258 and article 260 tfeu when appropriate.


### (20) as citizens and communities have a powerful role to play in driving the transformation towards climate neutrality forward , strong public and social engagement on climate action should be facilitated. the commission should therefore engage with all parts of society to enable and empower them to take action towards a climate-neutral and climate-resilient society , including through launching a european climate pact. ### (20) as citizens and communities have a powerful role to play in driving the transformation towards climate neutrality forward , strong public and social engagement on climate action should be facilitated. the commission should therefore engage with all parts of society to enable and empower them to take action towards a climate-neutral and climate-resilient society , including through launching a european climate pact. the commission should guarantee that the feedback given by all parts of society , together with member states , regions , local entities , the european parliament and involved civil society organisations , is secured and , where applicable , acted upon.


### (20) as citizens and communities have a powerful role to play in driving the transformation towards climate neutrality forward , strong public and social engagement on climate action should be facilitated. the commission should therefore engage with all parts of society to enable and empower them to take action towards a climate-neutral and climate-resilient society , including through launching a european climate pact. ### (20) as citizens and communities have a powerful role to play in driving the transformation towards climate neutrality forward , strong public and social engagement on climate action should be facilitated at all levels , including at national , regional and local level and with social partners , including trade unions , and facilitating participation and accessibility of information to all persons with disabilities . the commission should therefore engage with all competent institutions promoting multi-level governance and with all with all parts of society to strengthen the exchange of information and awareness-raising aimed at achieving a climate-neutral and climate-resilient society , including through launching a european climate pact. participation means will be developed to guarantee the involvement of social partners , economic actors and citizens in general in the strategies and plans adopted by member states and regional and local authorities in matters of energy and climate governance.


### (20) as citizens and communities have a powerful role to play in driving the transformation towards climate neutrality forward , strong public and social engagement on climate action should be facilitated. the commission should therefore engage with all parts of society to enable and empower them to take action towards a climate-neutral and climate-resilient society , including through launching a european climate pact. ### (20) citizens and communities are suffering the socio-economic effects of the transformation towards climate neutrality. the commission should therefore engage with all parts of society by drawing on the multilevel climate and energy dialogues as set up by the member states in accordance with article 11 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 and for the purposes of this regulation also.


### (21) in order to provide predictability and confidence for all economic actors , including businesses , workers , investors and consumers , to ensure that the transition towards climate neutrality is irreversible , to ensure gradual reduction over time and to assist in the assessment of the consistency of measures and progress with the climate-neutrality objective , 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 set out a trajectory for achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions in the union by 2050. it is of particular importance that the commission carries out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work , including at expert level , and that those consultations be conducted in accordance with the principles laid down in the interinstitutional agreement of 13 april 2016 on better law-making37 . in particular , to ensure equal participation in the preparation of delegated acts , the european parliament and the council receive all documents at the same time as member states' experts , and their experts systematically have access to meetings of commission expert groups dealing with the preparation of delegated acts. ### deleted


### (21) in order to provide predictability and confidence for all economic actors , including businesses , workers , investors and consumers , to ensure that the transition towards climate neutrality is irreversible , to ensure gradual reduction over time and to assist in the assessment of the consistency of measures and progress with the climate-neutrality objective , 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 set out a trajectory for achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions in the union by 2050. it is of particular importance that the commission carries out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work , including at expert level , and that those consultations be conducted in accordance with the principles laid down in the interinstitutional agreement of 13 april 2016 on better law-making37. in particular , to ensure equal participation in the preparation of delegated acts , the european parliament and the council receive all documents at the same time as member states' experts , and their experts systematically have access to meetings of commission expert groups dealing with the preparation of delegated acts. ### (21) in order to provide predictability and to assist in the assessment of the consistency of measures and progress with the climate-neutrality objective , each member state should , as part of its long-term strategy under article 15 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , set out an indicative trajectory for progressively reducing net greenhouse gas emissions in the union aiming at a zero rate - in line with future macroeconomic scenarios - from 2050.


### (21) in order to provide predictability and confidence for all economic actors , including businesses , workers , investors and consumers , to ensure that the transition towards climate neutrality is irreversible , to ensure gradual reduction over time and to assist in the assessment of the consistency of measures and progress with the climate-neutrality objective , 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 set out a trajectory for achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions in the union by 2050. it is of particular importance that the commission carries out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work , including at expert level , and that those consultations be conducted in accordance with the principles laid down in the interinstitutional agreement of 13 april 2016 on better law-making37 . in particular , to ensure equal participation in the preparation of delegated acts , the european parliament and the council receive all documents at the same time as member states' experts , and their experts systematically have access to meetings of commission expert groups dealing with the preparation of delegated acts. ### (21) in order to provide predictability and confidence for all economic actors , including businesses , workers , investors and consumers , to ensure that the transition towards climate neutrality is irreversible , inclusive and socially fair , to ensure gradual reduction over time and to assist in the assessment of the consistency of measures and progress with the climate-neutrality objective , 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 set out a trajectory for achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions in the union by 2050. it is of particular importance that the commission carries out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work , including at expert level , and that those consultations be conducted in accordance with the principles laid down in the interinstitutional agreement of 13 april 2016 on better law-making37 . in particular , to ensure equal participation in the preparation of delegated acts , the european parliament and the council receive all documents at the same time as member states' experts , and their experts systematically have access to meetings of commission expert groups dealing with the preparation of delegated acts.


### (23) climate change is by definition a trans-boundary challenge and a coordinated action at union level is needed to effectively supplement and reinforce national policies. since the objectives of this regulation , namely to achieve climate neutrality in the union by 2050 , cannot be sufficiently achieved by the member states alone , but can rather , by reason of the scale and effects , be better achieved at union level , the union may adopt measures , in accordance with the principle of subsidiarity as set out in article 5 of the treaty on european union. in accordance with the principle of proportionality , as set out in that article , this regulation does not go beyond what is necessary to achieve those objectives , ### (23) climate change is by definition a trans-boundary challenge , so a coordinated action at union level is needed to effectively supplement and reinforce national policies. since the objectives of this regulation , namely to achieve climate neutrality in the union by 2050 , cannot be sufficiently achieved by the member states alone , but can rather , by reason of the scale and effects , be better achieved at union level , the union may adopt measures , in accordance with the principle of subsidiarity as set out in article 5 of the treaty on european union. in accordance with the principle of proportionality , as set out in that article , this regulation does not go beyond what is necessary to achieve those objectives. pursuant to the principle of sincere cooperation , as set out in article 4 of the same treaty , the union and the member states shall assist each other to achieve the objectives of this regulation , member states shall take any appropriate measures resulting from the objectives and recommendations as set out in this regulation and shall refrain from any measure which could jeopardise the attainment of the objectives of this regulation


### this regulation establishes a framework for the irreversible and gradual reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and enhancement of removals by natural or other sinks in the union. ### this regulation establishes a framework for the progressive and gradual reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and enhancement of removals by natural or other sinks in the union.


### this regulation sets out a binding objective of climate neutrality in the union by 2050 in pursuit of the long-term temperature goal set out in article 2 of the paris agreement , and provides a framework for achieving progress in pursuit of the global adaptation goal established in article 7 of the paris agreement. ### this regulation sets out an indicative objective of climate neutrality in the union , in line with macroeconomic recovery from 2050 , in pursuit of the long-term temperature goal set out in article 2 of the paris agreement , and provides a framework for achieving progress in pursuit of the global adaptation goal established in article 7 of the paris agreement.


### 1. union-wide emissions and removals of greenhouse gases regulated in union law shall be balanced at the latest by 2050 , thus reducing emissions to net zero by that date. ### 1. union-wide emissions and removals of greenhouse gases regulated in union law shall be balanced as an essential objective , following complete economic recovery from the fallout of the disastrous covid-19 pandemic , which the eu proposes to achieve from 2050 onwards.


### 2. the relevant union institutions and the member states shall take the necessary measures at union and national level respectively , to enable the collective achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in paragraph 1 , taking into account the importance of promoting fairness and solidarity among member states. ### 2. the relevant union institutions and the member states shall take the necessary measures at union and national level respectively , including setting specific climate-neutrality objectives at national level , to enable the collective achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in paragraph 1 , taking into account the importance of promoting fairness , solidarity and sincere cooperation among member states , regions and citizens.


### 2. the relevant union institutions and the member states shall take the necessary measures at union and national level respectively , to enable the collective achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in paragraph 1 , taking into account the importance of promoting fairness and solidarity among member states. ### 2. the relevant union institutions and the member states shall take the necessary measures at union and national level respectively , to enable the collective achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in paragraph 1 , taking into account the importance of promoting fairness and solidarity among member states taking care not to undermine territorial cohesion and homogeneous regional growth in the member states.


### 3. by september 2020 , the commission shall review the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(11) of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) , and explore options for a new 2030 target of 50 to 55% emission reductions compared to 1990. where the commission considers that it is necessary to amend that target , it shall make proposals to the european parliament and to the council as appropriate. ### 3. the commission shall review the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(11) of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) and the effects of covid-19 pandemic , and explore options for a new 2030 target of 50 to 55% emission reductions compared to 1990. the revision shall be based on a solid impact assessment , taking into account the social and economic effects of covid-19 crisis as well as potential social impact of future measures. where the commission considers that it is necessary to amend that target , it shall make proposals to the european parliament and to the council as appropriate. the commission shall also pursue in parallel efforts to develop a methodology to calculate life-cycle emissions for some products , in particular in the case of road vehicles , aircraft and vessels.


### 3. by september 2020 , the commission shall review the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(11) of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) , and explore options for a new 2030 target of 50 to 55% emission reductions compared to 1990. where the commission considers that it is necessary to amend that target , it shall make proposals to the european parliament and to the council as appropriate. ### 3. the commission shall review the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(11) of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) , and explore options for a new 2030 target of 50 to 55% emission reductions compared to 1990. where the commission considers that it is necessary to amend that target , it shall make proposals to the european parliament and to the council as appropriate.


### 3. by september 2020 , the commission shall review the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(11) of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) , and explore options for a new 2030 target of 50 to 55% emission reductions compared to 1990. where the commission considers that it is necessary to amend that target , it shall make proposals to the european parliament and to the council as appropriate. ### 3. by september 2020 , the commission may review the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(11) of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) and the new eu social and economic reality following the crisis triggered by the covid-19 pandemic containment measures , and explore options for a new 2030 emissions target more in line with the new economic reality. where the commission considers that it is necessary to amend that target , it shall make proposals to the european parliament and to the council as appropriate.


### 3. by september 2020 , the commission shall review the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(11) of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) , and explore options for a new 2030 target of 50 to 55% emission reductions compared to 1990. where the commission considers that it is necessary to amend that target , it shall make proposals to the european parliament and to the council as appropriate. ### 3. by september 2020 , the commission shall review the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(11) of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) , and explore options for a new 2030 target of 50 to 55% emission reductions compared to 1990. where the commission considers that it is necessary to amend that target , it shall make proposals to the european parliament and to the council as appropriate. to achieve the eu wide 2030 emissions reduction target , each member state should commit to reduce their emissions by minimum 40% by 2030 compared to 1990 level.


### 3. by september 2020 , the commission shall review the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(11) of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) , and explore options for a new 2030 target of 50 to 55% emission reductions compared to 1990. where the commission considers that it is necessary to amend that target , it shall make proposals to the european parliament and to the council as appropriate. ### 3. by september 2020 , the commission shall review the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(11) of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) , and explore options for a new 2030 target of at least 55% emission reductions compared to 1990. where the commission considers that it is necessary to amend that target , it shall make proposals to the european parliament and to the council as appropriate.


### 4. by 30 june 2021 , the commission shall assess how the union legislation implementing the union’s 2030 target would need to be amended in order to enable the achievement of 50 to 55 % emission reductions compared to 1990 and to achieve the climate-neutrality-objective set out in article 2(1) , and consider taking the necessary measures , including the adoption of legislative proposals , in accordance with the treaties. ### 4. by 30 june 2021 , the commission shall assess how the union legislation implementing the union’s 2030 target would need to be amended in order to enable the achievement of at least 55 % emission reductions compared to 1990 and to achieve the climate-neutrality-objective set out in article 2(1) , and consider taking the necessary measures , including the adoption of legislative proposals , in accordance with the treaties.


### 4. by 30 june 2021 , the commission shall assess how the union legislation implementing the union’s 2030 target would need to be amended in order to enable the achievement of 50 to 55 % emission reductions compared to 1990 and to achieve the climate-neutrality-objective set out in article 2(1) , and consider taking the necessary measures , including the adoption of legislative proposals , in accordance with the treaties. ### 4. by 30 june 2021 , the commission shall assess how the union legislation implementing the union’s 2030 target would need to be amended in line with emerging eu macroeconomic realities in order to achieve the climate-neutrality-objective set out in article 2(1) , and consider taking the necessary measures , including the adoption of legislative proposals , in accordance with the treaties.


### 1. the commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 9 to supplement this regulation by setting out a trajectory at union level to achieve the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) until 2050. at the latest within six months after each global stocktake referred to in article 14 of the paris agreement , the commission shall review the trajectory. ### 1. based on the criteria set out in paragraph 3 , the commission shall asses the feasibility of setting out a trajectory at union level to achieve the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) until 2050.


### 1. the commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 9 to supplement this regulation by setting out a trajectory at union level to achieve the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) until 2050. at the latest within six months after each global stocktake referred to in article 14 of the paris agreement , the commission shall review the trajectory. ### 1. the commission shall assess , based on the criteria set out in paragraph 3 , the feasibility of setting out a trajectory at union level to achieve the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) until 2050 and propose to the council and the european parliament to amend this regulation accordingly.


### 1. the commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 9 to supplement this regulation by setting out a trajectory at union level to achieve the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) until 2050. at the latest within six months after each global stocktake referred to in article 14 of the paris agreement , the commission shall review the trajectory. ### deleted


### 1. the commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 9 to supplement this regulation by setting out a trajectory at union level to achieve the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) until 2050. at the latest within six months after each global stocktake referred to in article 14 of the paris agreement , the commission shall review the trajectory. ### 1. each member state shall , as part of its long-term strategy under article 15 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , set an indicative trajectory to achieve the objective set out in article 2(1).


### 1. the commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 9 to supplement this regulation by setting out a trajectory at union level to achieve the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) until 2050. at the latest within six months after each global stocktake referred to in article 14 of the paris agreement , the commission shall review the trajectory. ### 1. the commission shall submit a legislative proposal to the european parliament and the council that sets out a trajectory at union level to achieve the climate-neutrality objectives set out in article 2(1) and in article 2(3) after finalising the assessment procedures defined in article 2(4). at the latest within six months after each global stocktake referred to in article 14 of the paris agreement , the commission shall review the trajectory.


### 2. the trajectory shall start from the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(3). ### 2. the proposed trajectory shall start from the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(3).


### 2. the trajectory shall start from the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(3). ### deleted


### 2. the trajectory shall start from the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(3). ### 2. the trajectory shall start from the union’s 2030 target for climate referred to in article 2(3). in no year from 2031 to 2049 is the union's total emissions above a linear reduction path between the union target for 2030 and the goal of climate neutrality for 2050.


### 3. when setting a trajectory in accordance with paragraph 1 , the commission shall consider the following: ### 3. when setting a trajectory in accordance with paragraph 1 , the member states shall focus primarily but not exclusively on the following:


### 3. when setting a trajectory in accordance with paragraph 1 , the commission shall consider the following: ### 3. when setting a trajectory in accordance with paragraph 1 , the following shall be considered:


### cost-effectiveness and economic efficiency; ### deleted


### competiveness of the union’s economy; ### competitiveness within the union and on the international markets , with a focus on micro-enterprises and smes;


### competiveness of the union’s economy; ### competitiveness of the union’s economy and social welfare;


### competitiveness of the union’s economy; ### competitiveness of the union’s economy , job growth and stability , in particular in agriculture , and the development of rural , mountainous and remote areas;


### competiveness of the union’s economy; ### competiveness of the union’s economy , focusing on micro-enterprises and smes , especially in the farming sector;


### competiveness of the union’s economy; ### competiveness of the union’s economy , societal transformation , growth and employment;


### best available technology; ### best available technologies , their current market uptake and conditions for their further deployment;


### best available technology; ### best available technology and the principle of technological neutrality;


### best available technology; ### best available technology and its commercial availability with a view to promoting the marketing thereof;


### best available technology; ### best available technology , respecting technology neutrality and sovereignty of the national energy mix;


### fairness and solidarity between and within member states; ### fairness , solidarity and sincere cooperation between and within member states , taking full account of the eu’s territorial cohesion;


### investment needs and opportunities; ### public and private investment needs and opportunities with a focus on social , economic and territorial cohesion;


### investment needs and opportunities; ### overall needs and every investment opportunity;


### international developments and efforts undertaken to achieve the long-term objectives of the paris agreement and the ultimate objective of the united nations framework convention on climate change; ### international developments and efforts undertaken by third countries to achieve the long-term objectives of the paris agreement and the ultimate objective of the united nations framework convention on climate change;


### international developments and efforts undertaken to achieve the long-term objectives of the paris agreement and the ultimate objective of the united nations framework convention on climate change; ### international and global developments and efforts undertaken to achieve the long-term objectives of the paris agreement and the ultimate objective of the united nations framework convention on climate change;


### the best available and most recent scientific evidence , including the latest reports of the ipcc. ### the best available and most recent scientific evidence , and the latest reports of the ipcc , aside from rcp 8.5-based models .


### the best available and most recent scientific evidence , including the latest reports of the ipcc. ### the best available and most recent scientific and statistical evidence , including the latest reports of the ipcc.


### 1. the relevant union institutions and the member states shall ensure continuous progress in enhancing adaptive capacity , strengthening resilience and reducing vulnerability to climate change in accordance with article 7 of the paris agreement. ### 1. the relevant union institutions and the member states shall ensure continuous progress in enhancing adaptive capacity , strengthening resilience and reducing vulnerability to climate change in accordance with article 7 of the paris agreement , especially in those areas where , according to scientific knowledge , there is a consensus that climate change impacts are critical.


### 2. member states shall develop and implement adaptation strategies and plans that include comprehensive risk management frameworks , based on robust climate and vulnerability baselines and progress assessments. ### 2. member states shall develop and implement adaptation strategies and plans that include comprehensive risk management frameworks , based on robust climate and vulnerability baselines and progress assessments. these strategies and plans must involve their regions and , where applicable , large municipalities or local conglomerates.


### 2. member states shall develop and implement adaptation strategies and plans that include comprehensive risk management frameworks , based on robust climate and vulnerability baselines and progress assessments. ### 2. member states shall develop and implement adaptation strategies and plans in cooperation with regions and municipalities that include comprehensive risk management frameworks , based on robust climate and vulnerability baselines and progress assessments. member states shall ensure the integration of the regional and local perspective when developing and implementing their adaptation strategies and plans.


### by 30 september 2023 , and every 5 years thereafter , the commission shall assess , together with the assessment foreseen under article 29(5) of regulation (eu) 2018/1999: ### by 31 october 2031 , and every 5 years thereafter , the commission shall assess , together with the assessment foreseen under article 29(5) of regulation (eu) 2018/1999:


### the collective progress made by all member states towards the achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) as expressed by the trajectory referred to in article 3(1); ### the collective progress made by all member states towards the achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1);


### the commission shall submit the conclusions of that assessment , together with the state of the energy union report prepared in the respective calendar year in accordance with article 35 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , to the european parliament and to the council. ### the commission shall submit the conclusions of that assessment , together with the state of the energy union report prepared in the respective calendar year in accordance with article 35 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , to the european parliament and to the council. the commission shall refer in its assessment to the progress made by regions and metropolitan regions on adaptation as referred to in article 4 and shall refer to sectorial roadmaps in order to promote a transparent and socially fair transition towards carbon neutrality.


### the commission shall submit the conclusions of that assessment , together with the state of the energy union report prepared in the respective calendar year in accordance with article 35 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , to the european parliament and to the council. ### the commission shall submit the conclusions of that assessment , together with the state of the energy union report prepared in the respective calendar year in accordance with article 35 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 and a report on regional development , territorial cohesion and economic recovery , to the european parliament and to the council.


### 2. by 30 september 2023 , and every 5 years thereafter , the commission shall review: ### 2. by 31 october 2031 , and every 5 years thereafter , the commission shall review:


### the consistency of union measures with the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) as expressed by the trajectory referred to in article 3(1); ### the consistency of union measures with the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1);


### 3. where , based on the assessment referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 , the commission finds that union measures are inconsistent with the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) or inadequate to ensure progress on adaptation as referred to in article 4 , or that the progress towards either the climate-neutrality objective or on adaptation as referred to in article 4 is insufficient , it shall take the necessary measures in accordance with the treaties , at the same time as the review of the trajectory referred to in article 3(1). ### 3. where the assessment referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 demonstrates that union measures are inconsistent with the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) or inadequate to ensure progress on adaptation as referred to in article 4 , or that the progress towards either the climate-neutrality objective or on adaptation as referred to in article 4 is insufficient , the commission shall take the necessary measures in accordance with the treaties for remedying the inconsistency within 6 months of the assessment.


### 3. where , based on the assessment referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 , the commission finds that union measures are inconsistent with the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) or inadequate to ensure progress on adaptation as referred to in article 4 , or that the progress towards either the climate-neutrality objective or on adaptation as referred to in article 4 is insufficient , it shall take the necessary measures in accordance with the treaties , at the same time as the review of the trajectory referred to in article 3(1). ### 3. where , based on the assessment referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 , the commission finds that union measures are inconsistent with the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) , incompatible with the economic sustainability or competitiveness of the union and its member states compared with third countries or inadequate to ensure progress on adaptation as referred to in article 4 , or that the progress towards either the climate-neutrality objective or on adaptation as referred to in article 4 is insufficient , it shall take the necessary measures in accordance with the treaties.


### 3. where , based on the assessment referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 , the commission finds that union measures are inconsistent with the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) or inadequate to ensure progress on adaptation as referred to in article 4 , or that the progress towards either the climate-neutrality objective or on adaptation as referred to in article 4 is insufficient , it shall take the necessary measures in accordance with the treaties , at the same time as the review of the trajectory referred to in article 3(1). ### 3. where , based on the assessment referred to in paragraph 1 and the review referred to in paragraph 2 , the commission finds that union measures are inconsistent with the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) or inadequate to ensure progress on adaptation as referred to in article 4 , or that the progress towards either the climate-neutrality objective or on adaptation as referred to in article 4 is insufficient , it shall take the necessary measures in accordance with the treaties , at the same time as the review of the trajectory referred to in article 3(1).


### 4. the commission shall assess any draft measure or legislative proposal in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) as expressed by the trajectory referred to in article 3(1) before adoption , and include this analysis in any impact assessment accompanying these measures or proposals , and make the result of that assessment public at the time of adoption. ### 4. the commission shall assess the consistency of any draft measure or legislative proposal in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) as expressed by the trajectory referred to in article 3(1) and in light of the adaptation objectives set out in article 4(1) before adoption , and include this analysis in any impact assessment accompanying these measures or proposals , and make the result of that assessment public at the time of the adoption directly accessible to the public , as soon as the assessment is finalised and , in any event , before the adoption of the associated measure or proposal.


### 4. the commission shall assess any draft measure or legislative proposal in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) as expressed by the trajectory referred to in article 3(1) before adoption , and include this analysis in any impact assessment accompanying these measures or proposals , and make the result of that assessment public at the time of adoption. ### 4. the commission shall assess any draft measure or legislative proposal before adoption in light of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) , together with the objective of economic recovery in the union and the member states , territorial cohesion and regional development , in a bid to achieve a fair and balanced solution; and include this analysis in any impact assessment accompanying these measures or proposals , and make the result of that assessment public at the time of adoption


### by 30 september 2023 , and every 5 years , thereafter the commission shall assess: ### by 31 october 2031 , and every 5 years , thereafter the commission shall assess:


### the consistency of national measures identified , on the basis of the national energy and climate plans or the biennial progress reports submitted in accordance with regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , as relevant for the achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) with that objective as expressed by the trajectory referred to in article 3(1); ### the consistency of national measures identified , on the basis of the national energy and climate plans or the biennial progress reports submitted in accordance with regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , as relevant for the achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) , economic recovery , territorial cohesion and regional development , as expressed by the relevant trajectory referred to in article 3(1);


### the commission shall submit the conclusions of that assessment , together with the state of the energy union report prepared in the respective calendar year in accordance with article 35 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , to the european parliament and to the council. ### the commission shall submit the conclusions of that assessment , together with the state of the energy union report prepared in the respective calendar year in accordance with article 35 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , to the european parliament and to the council. the commission shall refer in its assessment to the measures taken by competent regional administrations and metropolitan regions in relation to the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) and in relation to the adaptation to climate change as referred to in article 4 in order to promote a transparent and socially fair transition towards carbon neutrality.


### 2. where the commission finds , under due consideration of the collective progress assessed in accordance with article 5(1) , that a member state’s measures are inconsistent with that objective as expressed by the trajectory referred to in article 3(1) or inadequate to ensure progress on adaptation as referred to in article 4 , it may issue recommendations to that member state. the commission shall make such recommendations publicly available. ### 2. where the commission finds , under due consideration of the collective progress assessed in accordance with article 5(1) , that a member state’s measures are inconsistent with climate neutrality objectives in line with economic recovery , territorial cohesion and regional development as expressed by the corresponding trajectory referred to in article 3(1) or inadequate to ensure progress on adaptation as referred to in article 4 , it may issue recommendations to that member state or adopt funding initiatives to help it achieve the above objectives. the commission shall make such recommendations publicly available.


### 2. where the commission finds , under due consideration of the collective progress assessed in accordance with article 5(1) , that a member state’s measures are inconsistent with that objective as expressed by the trajectory referred to in article 3(1) or inadequate to ensure progress on adaptation as referred to in article 4 , it may issue recommendations to that member state. the commission shall make such recommendations publicly available. ### 2. where the commission finds , under due consideration of the collective progress assessed in accordance with article 5(1) , that a member state’s measures or its regions’ measures are inconsistent with that objective as expressed by the trajectory referred to in article 3(1) or inadequate to ensure progress on adaptation as referred to in article 4 , it may issue recommendations to that member state. the commission shall make such recommendations publicly available.


### the member state concerned shall take due account of the recommendation in a spirit of solidarity between member states and the union and between member states; ### the member state concerned shall take due account of the recommendation in a spirit of solidarity and sincere cooperation between member states and the union , between member states and between the member state concerned and its regions;


### the member state concerned shall set out , in its first progress report submitted in accordance with article 17 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , in the year following the year in which the recommendation was issued , how it has taken due account of the recommendation. if the member state concerned decides not to address a recommendation or a substantial part thereof , that member state shall provide the commission its reasoning; ### the member state concerned shall set out , in its first progress report submitted in accordance with article 17 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , in the year following the year in which the recommendation was issued , how it has taken due account of the recommendation. if the member state concerned decides not to address a recommendation or a substantial part thereof , that member state shall provide the commission its reasoning and the steps the member state shall take in order to apply the recommendations given by the commission.


### the member state concerned shall set out , in its first progress report submitted in accordance with article 17 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , in the year following the year in which the recommendation was issued , how it has taken due account of the recommendation. if the member state concerned decides not to address a recommendation or a substantial part thereof , that member state shall provide the commission its reasoning; ### the member state concerned shall set out , in its first progress report submitted in accordance with article 17 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999 , in the year following the year in which the recommendation was issued , how it has taken due account of the recommendation. if the member state concerned decides not to address a recommendation or a substantial part thereof , that member state shall provide the commission its reasoning. if the member state concerned decides not to provide reasoning or it is inconsistent with the objectives referred to in article 3(1)and article 4 or provides insufficient justification for national measures which could jeopardise the attainment of the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) , the commission may resort to article 258 and article 260 tfeu to ensure application of this regulation;


### best available scientific evidence , including the latest reports of the ipcc; and ### best and most recent scientific evidence available , and the latest reports of the ipcc , except for rcp 8.5-based models;


### the commission shall engage with all parts of society to enable and empower them to take action towards a climate-neutral and climate-resilient society. the commission shall facilitate an inclusive and accessible process at all levels , including at national , regional and local level and with social partners , citizens and civil society , for the exchange of best practice and to identify actions to contribute to the achievement of the objectives of this regulation. in addition , the commission may also draw on the multilevel climate and energy dialogues as set up by member states in accordance with article 11 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999. ### the commission shall engage with all parts of society to strengthen the exchange of information and awareness-raising aimed at achieving a climate-neutral and climate-resilient society. the commission shall facilitate an inclusive and accessible process at all levels , including at national , regional and local level and with social partners , citizens and civil society , ensuring participation and accessibility of information to all persons with disabilities , for the exchange of best practice and to identify actions to contribute to the achievement of the objectives of this regulation. in addition , the commission may also draw on the multilevel climate and energy dialogues as set up by member states in accordance with article 11 of regulation (eu) 2018/1999. participation means will be developed to guarantee the involvement of social partners , economic actors and citizens in general in the strategies and plans adopted by member states and regional and local authorities in matters of energy and climate governance.


### article 9 ### deleted


### (22) in line with the commission’s commitment to the principles on better law-making , coherence of the union instruments as regards greenhouse gas emissions reductions should be sought. the system of measuring the progress towards the achievement of the climate-neutrality objective as well as the consistency of measures taken with that objective should build upon and be consistent with the governance framework laid down in regulation (eu) 2018/1999. in particular , the system of reporting on a regular basis and the sequencing of the commission’s assessment and actions on the basis of the reporting should be aligned to the requirements to submit information and provide reports by member states laid down in regulation (eu) 2018/1999. regulation (eu) 2018/1999 should therefore be amended in order to include the climate-neutrality objective in the relevant provisions. ### (22) in line with the commission’s commitment to the principles on better law-making , coherence of and complementarity between the union instruments as regards greenhouse gas emissions reductions should be sought. the system of measuring the progress towards the achievement of the climate-neutrality objective as well as the consistency of measures taken with that objective should build upon and be consistent with the governance framework laid down in regulation (eu) 2018/1999. in particular , the system of reporting on a regular basis and the sequencing of the commission’s assessment and actions on the basis of the reporting should be aligned to the requirements to submit information and provide reports by member states laid down in regulation (eu) 2018/1999. regulation (eu) 2018/1999 should therefore be amended in order to include the climate-neutrality objective in the relevant provisions.


### energy efficiency , energy affordability and security of supply; ### energy efficiency , energy affordability , security of supply and the need to combat energy poverty with renewable energies;


### the need to ensure environmental effectiveness and progression over time; ### the need to ensure environmental effectiveness , economic sustainability and progressive emissions reduction over time;


### the recommendations should be complementary to the latest country-specific recommendations issued in the context of the european semester. ### deleted


### european statistics and data , including data on losses from adverse climate impacts , where available; and ### european statistics and data , including data on the economic situation and on losses from adverse climate impacts , where available; and


### any supplementary information on environmentally sustainable investment , by the union and member states , including , when available , investment consistent with regulation (eu) 2020/… [taxonomy regulation]. ### any supplementary information on environmentally sustainable investment , by the union and member states and available european recovery funding , including , when available , investment consistent with regulation (eu) 2020/… [taxonomy regulation].


### any supplementary information on environmentally sustainable investment , by the union and member states , including , when available , investment consistent with regulation (eu) 2020/… [taxonomy regulation]. ### any supplementary information on environmentally sustainable investment , by the union , member states and regional and local authorities , including , when available , investment consistent with regulation (eu) 2020/… [taxonomy regulation].


### (4) in article 8(2) , the following point (e) is added: ### deleted


### each member state shall establish a multilevel climate and energy dialogue pursuant to national rules , in which local authorities , civil society organisation , business community , investors and other relevant stakeholders and the general public are able actively to engage and discuss the achievement of the union’s climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2 of regulation …/… [climate law] and the different scenarios envisaged for energy and climate policies , including for the long term , and review progress , unless it already has a structure which serves the same purpose. integrated national energy and climate plans may be discussed within the framework of such a dialogue.; ### each member state shall establish a multilevel climate and energy dialogue pursuant to national rules , in which regional and local authorities , civil society organisation , business community , investors , trade unions and other relevant stakeholders and the general public are able actively to engage and discuss the achievement of the union’s climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2 of regulation …/… [climate law] and the different scenarios envisaged for energy and climate policies , including for the long term , and review progress , unless it already has a structure which serves the same purpose. integrated national energy and climate plans may be discussed within the framework of such a dialogue.;


### each member state shall establish a multilevel climate and energy dialogue pursuant to national rules , in which local authorities , civil society organisation , business community , investors and other relevant stakeholders and the general public are able actively to engage and discuss the achievement of the union’s climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2 of regulation …/… [climate law] and the different scenarios envisaged for energy and climate policies , including for the long term , and review progress , unless it already has a structure which serves the same purpose. integrated national energy and climate plans may be discussed within the framework of such a dialogue.; ### each member state shall establish a multilevel climate and energy dialogue pursuant to national rules , in which local authorities , social partners , investors and other relevant stakeholders and the general public are able actively to engage and discuss the achievement of the union’s climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2 of regulation …/… [climate law] and the different scenarios envisaged for energy and climate policies , including for the long term , and review progress , unless it already has a structure which serves the same purpose. integrated national energy and climate plans may be discussed within the framework of such a dialogue.


### (3) the european parliament's resolution of february 2014 on a 2030 framework for climate and energy policies called on the commission and the member states to set a binding union 2030 target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by at least 40% compared to 1990 levels. the european parliament also noted that all sectors of the economy would need to contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions if the union is to deliver its fair share of global efforts. ### (3) the resolutions of the european parliament of 14 march 2019 on climate change and of 28 november 2019 on the climate and environmental emergency urged to achieve climate neutrality by 2050. the european parliament also called on the commission and the member states to set a binding union 2030 target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by at least 40% compared to 1990 levels. the european parliament also noted that all sectors of the economy would need to contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions if the union is to deliver its fair share of global efforts.


### (8) under the paris agreement that was adopted in december 2015 at the 21st conference of the parties of the united nations framework convention on climate change (unfccc)23 , the union and its member states have undertaken an economy-wide reduction target. efforts to limit international maritime emissions through the international maritime organisation (imo) are under way and should be encouraged. the imo adopted24 in october 2016 a data collection system for fuel oil consumption of ships ("the global imo dcs"). ### (8) under the paris agreement that was adopted in december 2015 at the 21st conference of the parties of the united nations framework convention on climate change (unfccc)23 , the union and its member states have undertaken an economy-wide reduction target. efforts to limit international maritime emissions through the international maritime organisation (imo) are under way and should be encouraged. the imo adopted24 in october 2016 a data collection system for fuel oil consumption of ships ("the global imo dcs"). furthermore , the commission’s communication on a european green deal of 11 december 2019 seeks to reach climate neutrality by 2050 as well as cutting greenhouse gas emissions at 55%.


### (13) content of monitoring plans should be streamlined so as to take into consideration the global imo dcs except for the parts of the plan which are necessary to ensure that only union-related data are monitored and reported under the eu mrv regulation. therefore , any "per voyage" provisions should remain as part of the monitoring plan. ### (13) content of monitoring plans should be streamlined so as to take into consideration the global imo dcs except for the parts of the plan which are necessary to ensure that only union-related data are monitored and reported under the eu mrv regulation. therefore , any "per voyage" provisions should remain as part of the monitoring plan. the commission should also assist the member states by sharing expertise and good practices , as well as the implementation of new technologies , with the objective to decrease administrative barriers and to retrieve data efficiently and securely.


### (15) the objective of regulation (eu) 2015/757 is to monitor , report and verify co2 emissions from ships calling at eea ports as the first step of a staged approach to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. this cannot be sufficiently achieved by the member states but can rather , by reason of its scale and effects , be better achieved at union level. the global imo dcs should be taken into account and this regulation ensures the continued comparability and reliability of collected data based on a single set of requirements. the union may adopt measures , in accordance with the principle of subsidiarity as set out in article 5 of the treaty on european union. in accordance with the principle of proportionality as set out in that article , this regulation does not go beyond what is necessary in order to achieve that objective. ### (15) the objective of regulation (eu) 2015/757 is to monitor , report and verify co2 emissions from ships calling at eea ports as the first step of a staged approach to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. this cannot be sufficiently achieved by the member states but can rather , by reason of its scale and effects , be better achieved at union level. the commission should assist the competent authorities of the member states , also those which may have devolved these competences to regional or local entities , by sharing good practices , information and training about new technologies , and duly implementing the provisions set up in this regulation. the global imo dcs should be taken into account and this regulation ensures the continued comparability and reliability of collected data based on a single set of requirements. the union may adopt measures , in accordance with the principle of subsidiarity as set out in article 5 of the treaty on european union. in accordance with the principle of proportionality as set out in that article , this regulation does not go beyond what is necessary in order to achieve that objective.


### (5) building on the 2011 union white paper on transport18 , in 2013 the commission adopted a strategy for progressively integrating maritime emissions into the union's policy for reducing greenhouse gas emissions19 . ### (5) building on the 2011 union white paper on transport18 , in 2013 the commission adopted a strategy for progressively integrating maritime emissions into the union's policy for reducing greenhouse gas emissions19 . furthermore , the commission set up an ambitious road towards the achievement of climate neutrality by , maximum , 2050 , in its communication on the european green deal of 11 december 2019.


### 13. regrets the fact that the provisions in the roadworthiness package relating to the inspection of cargo securing are not mandatory , leading to only a few member states transposing the relevant safety measures; concludes , therefore , that harmonisation is far from accomplished in this regard; urges the commission to propose a reinforcement of these provisions in the next revision; ### 13. regrets the fact that the provisions in the roadworthiness package relating to the inspection of cargo securing are not mandatory , leading to only a few member states transposing the relevant safety measures; concludes , therefore , that harmonisation is far from accomplished in this regard; points out that cargo should be secured at the loading stage , following the client's instructions on weight balancing , number of straps and necessary elements for securing the cargo; is of the view that a training course should be introduced for loading staff in order to improve cargo securing procedures and urges the use of certified diagrams with calculations and the correct way of placing goods for each type of cargo , with reference to curtain-sided trailers; calls for cargo securing equipment to become mandatory for each vehicle and urges the commission to propose a reinforcement of these provisions in the next revision;


### (15) while regular weekly rest periods and longer rest periods cannot be taken in the vehicle or in a parking area , but only in suitable accommodation , which may be adjacent to a parking area , it is of utmost importance to enable drivers to locate safe and secure parking areas that provide appropriate levels of security and appropriate facilities. the commission has already studied how to encourage the development of high-quality parking areas , including the necessary minimum requirements. the commission should therefore develop standards for safe and secure parking areas. those standards should contribute to promoting high-quality parking areas. the standards may be revised in order to cater for better access to alternative fuels , in line with policies developing that infrastructure. it is also important that parking areas are being kept free from ice and snow. ### (15) while in general regular weekly rest and longer rest periods shall not be taken in the vehicle , by way of derogation relevant rest periods may be taken in vehicles , provided that the vehicle is parked in certified safe and secure parking area which provides parking places for commercial vehicles and service facilities fulfilling the minimum requirements. it is of utmost importance to enable drivers to locate safe and secure parking areas that provide appropriate levels of security and appropriate facilities. the commission has already studied how to encourage the development of high-quality parking areas , including the necessary minimum requirements. the commission should therefore develop standards for safe and secure parking areas. those standards should contribute to promoting high-quality parking areas. the standards may be revised in order to cater for better access to alternative fuels , in line with policies developing that infrastructure. it is also important that parking areas are being kept free from ice and snow.


### 6. in any two consecutive weeks a driver shall take at least: ### deleted


### 8. the regular weekly rest periods and any weekly rest period of more than 45 hours taken in compensation for previous reduced weekly rest periods shall not be taken in a vehicle. they shall be taken in suitable gender-friendly accommodation with adequate sleeping and sanitary facilities. ### 8. where a driver chooses to do this , daily rest periods and reduced weekly rest periods away from base may be taken in a vehicle , as long as it has suitable sleeping facilities for each driver and the vehicle is stationary.


### 8a. transport undertakings shall organise the work of drivers in such a way that the drivers are able to return to the employer's operational centre where the driver is normally based and where the driver's weekly rest period begins , in the member state of the employer's establishment , or to return to the drivers' place of residence , within each period of four consecutive weeks , in order to spend at least one regular weekly rest period or a weekly rest period of more than 45 hours taken in compensation for reduced weekly rest period. ### 8a. transport undertakings shall organise the work of drivers in such a way that the drivers are able to return to the employer's operational centre where the driver is normally based and where the driver's weekly rest period begins , in the member state of the employer's establishment , or to return to the drivers' place of residence , or to any other location chosen by the driver , within each period of four consecutive weeks , in order to spend at least one regular weekly rest period or a weekly rest period of more than 45 hours taken in compensation for reduced weekly rest period.


### 4. by 31 december 2024 , the commission shall present a report to the european parliament and to the council on the availability of suitable rest facilities for drivers and of secured parking facilities , as well as on the development of safe and secure parking areas certified in accordance with the delegated acts referred to in paragraph 2. that report may list measures to increase the number and quality of safe and secure parking areas. ### 4. at the latest [oj: three years after the date of entry into force of this amending regulation] the commission shall present a report to the european parliament and to the council on the availability of suitable rest facilities for drivers and of secured parking facilities , as well as on the development of safe and secure parking areas certified in accordance with the delegated acts. the report shall in particular cover information on the number and the location of certified safe and secure parking areas , on their capacity and usage , and on the demand for additional places or facilities. based on this report , the commission shall propose , if appropriate , measures aiming to increase the number and quality of certified safe and secure parking areas and/or measures to prolong transitional period laid down in the fourth subparagraph of article 8 paragraph 8 for an additional two years.


### this regulation shall enter into force on the twentieth day following that of its publication in the official journal of the european union. ### this regulation shall enter into force on [insert date 18 month after that of its publication in the official journal of the european union].


### 1. highlights that cohesion policy investments must continue to be targeted at the three existing categories – less-developed regions , transition regions and more-developed regions – and that environmental strategies must be adapted and woven into the relevant targeting , in line with the three aforementioned categories , with a particular focus on mitigation measures for regions with carbon-intensive economic sectors; ### 1. highlights that cohesion policy investments must continue to be targeted at the three existing categories – less-developed regions , transition regions and more-developed regions – and that environmental strategies must be adapted and woven into the relevant targeting , in line with the three aforementioned categories , with a particular focus on mitigation measures for regions with carbon-intensive economic sectors; considers that the new cohesion policy gives member states , regions and municipalities the opportunity to make projects aiming at energy self-sufficiency , where possible , in order to increase their energetic resilience and diversify the sources of energy according to the green deal and the union's target for achieving climate neutrality;


### 1. recognises the importance of cohesion funds in the fight against climate change and welcomes policy objective 2 (po2) of the proposed new common provisions regulation , as set out in article 4(1)(b) thereof , which aims to establish ‘a greener , low-carbon transitioning towards a net zero carbon economy and resilient europe by promoting clean and fair energy transition , green and blue investment , the circular economy , climate change mitigation and adaptation and risk prevention and management’; considers that this objective should be achieved without leaving anyone behind; ### 1. recognises the importance of cohesion funds in the fight against climate change and welcomes policy objective 2 (po2) of the proposed new common provisions regulation , as set out in article 4(1)(b) thereof , which aims to establish ‘a greener , low-carbon transitioning towards a net zero carbon economy and resilient europe by promoting clean and fair energy transition , green and blue investment , the circular economy , climate change mitigation and adaptation and risk prevention and management’; considers that this objective should be achieved without leaving anyone behind and within the framework of the european green deal;


### 1. emphasises that cohesion policy must support strong climate mainstreaming in agriculture and food-related sectors; ### 1. emphasises that cohesion policy must support the process of alignment with the requirements for tackling climate issues in agriculture and food-related sectors;


### 2. underlines that cohesion funds must respond , first and foremost , to the needs of the targeted regions and must also contribute to the well-being of the citizens/communities living there and improve their living standards; ### 2. underlines that cohesion funds must respond , first and foremost , to the needs of the targeted regions and must also contribute to the well-being of the citizens/communities living there and improve their living standards; considers that european regions are geographically very diverse and therefore they may need tailor-made solutions for the improvement of their transport and infrastructure systems , which need to be based on green and clean solutions in order to be more competitive in the future;


### 2. underlines that cohesion funds must respond , first and foremost , to the needs of the targeted regions and must also contribute to the well-being of the citizens/communities living there and improve their living standards; ### 2. underlines that cohesion funds must respond , first and foremost , to the needs of the targeted regions and must also contribute to the well-being of the citizens/communities living there and improve their living standards thus ensuring territorial , social and economical cohesion among the regions of the eu;


### 2. underlines that cohesion funds must respond , first and foremost , to the needs of the targeted regions and must also contribute to the well-being of the citizens/communities living there and improve their living standards; ### 2. underlines that cohesion funds must respond , first and foremost , to the needs of the targeted regions and must also contribute to the well-being of the citizens/communities living there and improve their living standards , as the primary mission of these funds is cohesion;


### 2. highlights the role that cohesion policy can play in , inter alia , advancing towards a more innovative economy that offers sustainable solutions to waste reduction , water management , energy efficiency and mobility and in transitioning to a bio-circular economy; ### 2. highlights the role that cohesion policy can play in , inter alia , advancing towards a more innovative economy that offers sustainable solutions to waste and emissions reduction , water management , energy efficiency and mobility and in transitioning to a bio-circular economy;


### 3. recalls that the allocation method for the funds must continue to be largely based on gdp per capita and that the new criteria should be restricted to low levels of education , climate change action and transition , with particular focus on unemployment , especially in the light of the economic , social and employment effects of the covid-19 pandemic; ### 3. recalls that the allocation method for the funds must continue to be largely based on gdp per capita and that the new criteria should take into account mainly low levels of education , climate change action and transition , with particular focus on unemployment , especially in the light of the economic , social and employment effects of the covid-19 pandemic; stresses that regions should be able to also mainstream climate mitigation and adaptation into all policies related to transport and infrastructure , which could also have an impact on , inter alia , forestry , maritime and other socioeconomic and environmental policies;


### 3. calls for cohesion policy to have a greater role in supporting risk prevention efforts to adapt to present and future impacts of climate change through ecosystem-based approaches , by developing new infrastructure or retro-fitting existing infrastructure and developing disaster resilience at regional and local levels; ### 3. calls for cohesion policy to have a greater role in supporting risk prevention efforts to adapt to present and future impacts of climate change through ecosystem-based approaches and nature-based solutions with regard to developing new infrastructure or retro-fitting existing infrastructure and the adoption of disaster resilience measures at regional and local levels;


### 4. highlights that climate proofing of infrastructure will help to enhance the resilience of infrastructure to the impacts of climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions during the lifetime of the infrastructure; notes that transport infrastructure can positively influence cross-border interactions as well as regional , urban and local development; recalls that the aim is to identify areas where infrastructure improvements can lead to greater benefits; ### 4. highlights that climate proofing of infrastructure will help to enhance the resilience of infrastructure to the impacts of climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions during the lifetime of the infrastructure; notes that transport infrastructure can positively influence cross-border interactions as well as regional , urban and local development; recalls that the aim is to identify areas where infrastructure improvements can lead to greater benefits; considers that regions should have all the means necessary to share good practices , follow-ups and lessons-learned in the topics of transport of infrastructure , since an innovation in a european region could be positive for its peer regions;


### 5. calls for green infrastructure solutions to be implemented and notes that they are particularly important in urban environments , where approximately 70 % of the eu population lives; underlines that in cities , green infrastructure features such as green walls and roofs , urban woodlands , gardens and allotments deliver health-related benefits such as clean air , better water quality and soundproofing. ### 5. calls for green infrastructure solutions to be implemented and notes that they are particularly important in urban environments , where approximately 70 % of the eu population lives; underlines that in cities , green infrastructure features such as green walls and roofs , urban woodlands , gardens and allotments deliver health-related benefits such as clean air , better water quality and soundproofing. gi also creates opportunities to connect urban and rural areas and provides appealing places to live and work in. furthermore , the re-purposing of land in cities for gi can be a cost-effective and economically viable way of making them more sustainable , resilient , more environmentally friendly and healthier;


### 5. calls for green infrastructure solutions to be implemented and notes that they are particularly important in urban environments , where approximately 70 % of the eu population lives; underlines that in cities , green infrastructure features such as green walls and roofs , urban woodlands , gardens and allotments deliver health-related benefits such as clean air , better water quality and soundproofing. ### 5. calls for green infrastructure solutions to be implemented and notes that they are particularly important in urban environments , where approximately 70 % of the eu population lives; underlines that in cities , green infrastructure features such as green walls and roofs , urban woodlands , gardens and allotments deliver health-related benefits such as clean air , better water quality and soundproofing; considers that green infrastructure solutions should also be implemented , through innovative technologies and policies , in non-urban environments , in order not to let anyone behind , to avoid ecosystem fragmentation , and to align the different areas of a region;


### (3) at union level , the european semester of economic policy coordination (‘european semester’) , including the principles of the european pillar of social rights , is the framework to identify national reform priorities and monitor their implementation. member states develop their own national multiannual investment strategies in support of those reforms. those strategies should be presented alongside the yearly national reform programmes as a way to outline and coordinate priority investment projects to be supported by national and/or union funding. ### deleted


### (10) in accordance with regulation [european union recovery instrument] and within the limits of resources allocated therein , recovery and resilience measures under the recovery and resilience facility should be carried out to address the unprecedented impact of the covid-19 crisis. such additional resources should be used in such a way as to ensure compliance with the time limits provided for in regulation [euri]. ### (10) in accordance with regulation [european union recovery instrument] and within the limits of resources allocated therein , recovery and resilience measures under the recovery and resilience facility should be carried out to address the unprecedented impact of the covid-19 crisis. such additional resources should be used in such a way as to ensure compliance with the time limits provided for in regulation [euri]. the recovery and resilience facility , through the national recovery plans , should take into account also all those laid-off workers who lost their jobs during the covid-induced economic crisis.


### (14) the facility’s general objective should be the promotion of economic , social and territorial cohesion. for that purpose , it should contribute to improving the resilience and adjustment capacity of the member states , mitigating the social and economic impact of the crisis , and supporting the green and digital transitions aimed at achieving a climate neutral europe by 2050 , thereby restoring the growth potential of the economies of the union in the aftermath of the crisis , fostering employment creation and to promoting sustainable growth. ### (14) the facility’s general objective should be the promotion of economic , social and territorial cohesion , and reducing the infrastructural gap. for that purpose , it should contribute to improving the resilience and adjustment capacity of the member states , mitigating the social and economic impact of the crisis , and supporting the green and digital transitions aimed at achieving a climate neutral europe by 2050 , thereby restoring the growth potential of the economies of the union in the aftermath of the crisis , fostering employment creation and to promoting sustainable growth.


### (22) the commission should assess the recovery and resilience plan proposed by the member states and should act in close cooperation with the member state concerned. the commission will fully respect the national ownership of the process and will therefore take into account the justification and elements provided by the member state concerned and assess whether the recovery and resilience plan proposed by the member state is expected to contribute to effectively address challenges identified in the relevant country-specific recommendation addressed to the member state concerned or in other relevant documents officially adopted by the commission in the european semester; whether the plan contains measures that effectively contribute to the green and the digital transitions and to addressing the challenges resulting from them; whether the plan is expected to have a lasting impact in the member state concerned; whether the plan is expected to effectively contribute to strengthen the growth potential , job creation and economic and social resilience of the member state , mitigate the economic and social impact of the crisis and contribute to enhancing economic , social and territorial cohesion; whether the justification provided by the member state of the estimated total costs of the recovery and resilience plan submitted is reasonable and plausible and is commensurate to the expected impact on the economy and employment; whether the proposed recovery and resilience plan contains measures for the implementation of reforms and public investment projects that represent coherent actions; and whether the arrangement proposed by the member state concerned are expected to ensure effective implementation of the recovery and resilience plan , including the proposed milestones and targets , and the related indicators. ### (22) the commission should assess the recovery and resilience plan proposed by the member states and should act in close cooperation with the member state concerned. the commission will fully respect the national ownership of the process and will therefore take into account the justification and elements provided by the member state concerned and assess whether the recovery and resilience plan proposed by the member state is expected to contribute to effectively address challenges identified in the relevant country-specific recommendation addressed to the member state concerned or in other relevant documents in the european semester such as the national reform programs; whether the plan contains measures that effectively contribute to the green and the digital transitions and to addressing the challenges resulting from them; whether the plan is expected to have a lasting impact in the member state concerned; whether the plan is expected to effectively contribute to strengthen the growth potential , job creation and economic and social resilience of the member state , mitigate the economic and social impact of the crisis and contribute to enhancing economic , social and territorial cohesion and the reduction of the infrastructural gap; whether the justification provided by the member state of the estimated total costs of the recovery and resilience plan submitted is reasonable and plausible and is commensurate to the expected impact on the economy and employment; whether the proposed recovery and resilience plan contains measures for the implementation of reforms and public investment projects that represent coherent actions; and whether the arrangement proposed by the member state concerned are expected to ensure effective implementation of the recovery and resilience plan , including the proposed milestones and targets , and the related indicators.


### (29) the request for a loan should be justified by the financial needs linked to additional reforms and investments included in the recovery and resilience plan , notably relevant for the green and digital transitions , and by therefore , by a higher cost of the plan than the maximum financial contribution (to be) allocated via the non-repayable contribution. it should be possible to submit the request for a loan together with the submission of the plan. in case the request for loan is made at a different moment in time , it should be accompanied by a revised plan with additional milestones and targets. to ensure frontloading of resources , member states should request a loan support at the latest by 31 august 2024. for the purposes of sound financial management , the total amount of all the loans granted under this regulation should be capped. in addition , the maximum volume of the loan for each member state should not exceed 4.7% of its gross national income. an increase of the capped amount should be possible in exceptional circumstances subject to available resources. for the same reasons of sound financial management , it should be possible to pay the loan in instalments against the fulfilment of results. ### (29) the request for a loan should be justified by the financial needs linked to additional reforms and investments included in the recovery and resilience plan , notably relevant for the green and digital transitions , and by therefore , by a higher cost of the plan than the maximum financial contribution (to be) allocated via the non-repayable contribution. it should be possible to submit the request for a loan together with the submission of the plan. in case the request for loan is made at a different moment in time , it should be accompanied by a revised plan with additional milestones and targets. to ensure frontloading of resources , member states should request a loan support at the latest by 31 august 2024. for the purposes of sound financial management , the total amount of all the loans granted under this regulation should be capped. in addition , the maximum volume of the loan for each member state should not exceed 4.7% of its gross national income. an increase of the capped amount should be possible in exceptional circumstances subject to available resources. for the same reasons of sound financial management , it should be possible to pay the loan in instalments against the fulfilment of results. the commission should assess the request for a loan support within two months. the council should be able to approve this assessment by qualified majority on a commission proposal through an implementing decision which the council shall endeavour to adopt within four weeks of the proposal.


### (30) a member state should have the possibility to make a reasoned request to amend the recovery and resilience plan within the period of implementation , where objective circumstances justify such a course of action. the commission should assess the reasoned request and take a new decision within four months. ### (30) a member state should have the possibility to make a reasoned request to amend the recovery and resilience plan within the period of implementation , where objective circumstances justify such a course of action. where the commission considers that the reasons put forward by the member state concerned justify such an amendment it should assess the new plan within two months. the member state concerned and the commission may agree to extend this deadline by a reasonable time period if necessary. the council should approve the assessment of the new plan by means of an implementing decision , based on a proposal by the commission.