### 10. deplores the fact that the multiannual financial framework 2021-2027 does not include a dedicated line for sustainable tourism , which would represent a commitment to implementing the european tourism policy approved by the european parliament; ### 10. deplores the fact that the multiannual financial framework 2021-2027 does not include a dedicated line for sustainable tourism , which would represent a commitment to implementing the european tourism policy approved by the european parliament; and reminds that in its resolution , the european parliament has explicitly asked for the introduction of such a specific budget line for sustainable tourism;


### 11. calls on the commission to create a european mechanism to monitor the provision of support to micro , small and medium-sized enterprises , focusing on liquidity , lending and transparency; ### 11. calls on the commission to create a european mechanism to monitor the provision of support to micro , small and medium-sized enterprises , focusing on liquidity , lending and transparency; is of the opinion that such a mechanism could be part of the overall crisis-management mechanism for tourism;


### 11. calls on the commission to create a european mechanism to monitor the provision of support to micro , small and medium-sized enterprises , focusing on liquidity , lending and transparency; ### 11. calls on the commission and member states to monitor the provision of support to micro , small and medium-sized enterprises , focusing on added value , liquidity , lending and transparency;


### 12. calls on the commission to regularly inform parliament about progress made with the development of pilot projects and preparatory actions , to keep the parliamentary committee responsible involved in the process; ### 12. welcomes the governance initiative taken by the commission which calls for official and regular dialogue with tourism stakeholders and underlines that the relevant bodies of the european parliament should be officially involved in such stakeholder dialogue; further calls on the commission to regularly inform parliament about progress made with the development of pilot projects and preparatory actions and to keep the parliamentary committee responsible and the meps who initiated the projects , involved in the process;


### 13. commends the commission for organising the 2020 tourism convention and calls on it to present an action plan later this year and develop , in a timely manner , a new strategy for tourism , to replace the 2010 strategy; ### 13. commends the commission for organising the 2020 tourism convention and calls on it to present an action plan later this year and develop , in a timely manner , a new eu strategy for tourism , to replace the 2010 strategy , in order to maintain europe’s standing as a leading destination through an ‘eu tourism brand’


### 13. commends the commission for organising the 2020 tourism convention and calls on it to present an action plan later this year and develop , in a timely manner , a new strategy for tourism , to replace the 2010 strategy; ### 13. commends the commission for organising the 2020 tourism convention and calls on it to present an action plan later this year and develop , in a timely manner , a new strategy for tourism , to replace the 2010 strategy; to create the european tourism union


### 15. calls on the commission to set up a european agency for tourism; ### deleted


### 15. calls on the commission to set up a european agency for tourism; ### 15. calls on the commission to set up a european agency for tourism; calls the commission to make an analysis of a possible setting of a public - private partnership , a joint undertaking for tourism in horizon 2020 on technology , as a first step towards the creation of the agency.


### 15. calls on the commission to set up a european agency for tourism; ### 15. calls on the commission to further develop the virtual tourism observatory in order to assist actors in the tourism sector to develop relevant policies , strategies and contingency plans for the tourism industry across the eu;


### 16. notes that sustainable tourism should take into account current and future economic , social and environmental impact , addressing the needs of visitors , the industry , the environment and local communities7 ; ### 16. calls on the commission to swiftly develop a road map for sustainable tourism that contains innovative measures to reduce the climate and environmental footprint of the sector , further encourages investments in sustainable tourism schemes , should take into account current and future economic , social and environmental impact , addressing the needs of visitors , the industry , the environment and local communities7 ;


### 16. notes that sustainable tourism should take into account current and future economic , social and environmental impact , addressing the needs of visitors , the industry , the environment and local communities7 ; ### 16. notes that sustainable tourism should take into account current and future economic , social and environmental impact , addressing the needs of visitors , the industry , the environment and local communities7 ; highlights that the covid-19 pandemic has led to a shift in the characteristics of travellers’ demand , towards ‘safe and clean’ tourism , which is likely to persist in the coming years;


### 17. calls on the commission to bring the european tourism indicators system into operation , with a permanent governance structure , and to introduce it in destinations , with static indicators and real-time data in order to manage and evaluate them , in partnership with regions; ### 17. calls on the commission to bring the european tourism indicators system into operation to gather data on access , monitoring and occupancy as regards the various tourist destinations , with a permanent governance structure , and to introduce it in destinations , with static indicators and real-time data in order to manage and evaluate them , in partnership with regions;


### 17. calls on the commission to bring the european tourism indicators system into operation , with a permanent governance structure , and to introduce it in destinations , with static indicators and real-time data in order to manage and evaluate them , in partnership with regions; ### 17. calls on the commission to bring the european tourism indicators system into operation , with a permanent governance structure , and to introduce it in destinations , with static indicators and real-time data from existing data-sources in order to manage and evaluate them , in partnership with regions;


### 18. calls on the commission to examine the barriers to obtaining the ecolabel and to expand its scope to other tourism services , as a complement to the emas for tourism , and to establish mechanisms to support those certification schemes; ### 18. calls on the commission to examine the barriers to obtaining the ecolabel and to expand its scope to other tourism services , as a complement to the emas for tourism , and to establish mechanisms to support those certification schemes; stresses the need to support the tourism industry in implementing the principles of the circular economy , that can improve the quality of the tourism experience , strengthen the industry’s competitiveness and reduce its environmental impact;


### 20. recalls that the lack of metric data on the effects of tourism on sustainability impedes decision-making by public and private actors , and asks eurostat to establish a frame of reference for the collection of data relating to sustainability , overtourism and undertourism criteria , and calls for the updating of regulation (eu) no 692/2011; ### 20. recalls that the lack of metric data on the effects of tourism on sustainability impedes decision-making by public and private actors , asks eurostat to establish a frame of reference for the collection of data and calls for the updating of regulation (eu) no 692/2011; stresses the vast potential that big data and up-to-date data (e.g. on origin and type of bookings , length of stays , average spending broken down per category) have for understanding the evolution of tourism flows and the changes in demand , adapting the offer and implementing adequate policies , with the aim to ensure sustainability and enhance underexplored territories;


### 21. criticises the fact that the commission has not included tourism in the european data strategy , and calls on it to incorporate tourism in the governance framework for common data spaces , enabling tourism businesses to fully commit to innovation and digitalisation; ### 21. welcomes the european data strategy and the proposal to create common european data spaces; invites the commission to consider launching a tourism data space , enabling tourism businesses to fully commit to innovation and digitalisation;


### 22. notes that tourism is closely linked to mobility and that the member states must , with eu financial support , invest in the transition to cleaner fuels , and in platforms that guarantee the interoperability and intermodality of ticketing systems; ### 22. notes that tourism is closely linked to mobility and that the member states must , with eu financial support , invest in the transition to cleaner fuels , and in platforms that guarantee the interoperability and intermodality of ticketing systems; recalls the necessity for all member states to have a modern , safe and sustainable transport infrastructure , in order to facilitate travel across the eu and to make the peripheral and remote areas more accessible for intra-european and international tourism; points out that particular attention should be paid to cross-border missing links and their completion and to the compliance with the ten-t 2030 and 2050 deadlines;


### 22. notes that tourism is closely linked to mobility and that the member states must , with eu financial support , invest in the transition to cleaner fuels , and in platforms that guarantee the interoperability and intermodality of ticketing systems; ### 22. notes that tourism is closely linked to mobility and travelling has a significant impact on the climate , believes that the member states must , with eu financial support , invest in the transition to cleaner fuels , and in platforms that guarantee the interoperability and intermodality of ticketing systems; believes that tourism mobility should encourage the use of the most sustainable means of transport and promote also attractive local tourism options which cause a smaller ecological travel footprint;


### 27. calls on the commission , together with the european investment bank , to establish dedicated support for tourism decarbonisation and digitalisation projects , and conditions for access by micro , small and medium-sized enterprises to investeu , so that new skills can be acquired and more jobs created; ### 27. calls on the commission , together with the european investment bank , to establish dedicated support for sustainable tourism and digitalisation projects , and conditions for access by micro , small and medium-sized enterprises to investeu , so that new skills can be acquired and more jobs created;


### 30. believes that the promotion of the europe brand in third countries must focus on the diversification of the eu’s offering in cultural and natural heritage , food and health , in cooperation with destinations and tour operators; ### 30. believes that the promotion of the europe brand in third countries must focus on the diversification of the eu’s offering in cultural and natural heritage , food and health , in cooperation with destinations and tour operators; highlights the attractiveness of pan-european touristic products and services , such as transnational itineraries;


### 30. believes that the promotion of the europe brand in third countries must focus on the diversification of the eu’s offering in cultural and natural heritage , food and health , in cooperation with destinations and tour operators; ### 30. believes that the promotion of the europe brand in third countries must focus on the diversification of the eu’s offering in cultural and natural heritage , food and health , in cooperation with destinations and tour operators; which can be achieved through marketing campaigns co-financed by the european commission and member states;


### 31. calls on the commission to review the travel package directive and the air passenger rights regulation to take account of the effects of the recent crisis and prevent future legal uncertainty; ### 31. calls on the commission to evaluate and , if needed , review the travel package directive and the air passenger rights regulation to take account of the effects of the recent crisis and prevent future legal uncertainty , while retaining high levels of consumer protection and the right to reimbursement;


### 32. calls on the commission to create literacy programmes for senior executives in micro , small and medium-sized enterprises , giving them the skills to optimise their wealth-creating potential; ### 32. calls on the commission to create literacy programmes for senior executives in micro , small and medium-sized enterprises , giving them the skills to optimise their wealth-creating potential and enhance their entrepreneurship; stresses equally the importance of regular training and reskilling of the existing workforce , with a specific focus on digital skills and innovative technologies;


### 33. calls on the member states to make efforts to implement the european disability card scheme and lay down in law standards that make tourism accessible to all; ### 33. calls on the member states to make efforts to implement the european disability card scheme; highlights that accessible tourism for all can only be achieved with the right combination of legal standards , innovation and technological developments , personnel training , awareness-raising , adequate promotion and communication , throughout the supply chain of the tourism offer; stresses in this regard the importance of european networks where public and private stakeholders can cooperate and exchange best practices;


### 33. calls on the member states to make efforts to implement the european disability card scheme and lay down in law standards that make tourism accessible to all; ### 33. calls on the commission and member states to make efforts for the implementation and cross-eu recognition of the european disability card scheme and underlines the importance of consulting and cooperating with relevant stakeholders and organisations in the shift towards more accessible tourism;


### 34. calls on the commission to consider the outermost regions in the formulation and impact of tourism legislation; ### 34. calls on the commission to consider the outermost regions , including islands and rural areas in the formulation and impact of tourism legislation as well as regions and cities heavily dependent on tourism; underlines in this context the importance of well-structured institutional cooperation with all interested regional actors as well as the committee of regions (cor)


### 34. calls on the commission to consider the outermost regions in the formulation and impact of tourism legislation; ### 34. calls on the commission to consider the outermost regions and the constraints resulting from their remoteness in the formulation and impact of tourism legislation; stresses that special attention must be given to these attractive regions which rely very heavily on tourism in their economic activity;


### 34. calls on the commission to consider the outermost regions in the formulation and impact of tourism legislation; ### 34. calls on the commission to consider outermost regions and islands in the formulation and impact of tourism legislation;


### (1) the commission has , in its communication of 11 december 2019 entitled ‘the european green deal’19 , set out a new growth strategy that aims to transform the union into a fair and prosperous society , with a modern , resource-efficient and competitive economy , where there are no net emissions of greenhouse gases in 2050 and where economic growth is decoupled from resource use. it also aims to protect , conserve and enhance the union's natural capital , and protect the health and well-being of citizens from environment-related risks and impacts. at the same time , this transition must be just and inclusive , leaving no one behind. ### (1) the commission has , in its communication of 11 december 2019 entitled ‘the european green deal’19 , set out a new growth strategy that aims to transform the union into a fair and prosperous society , with a modern , resource-efficient and competitive economy , where there are no net emissions of greenhouse gases in 2050 and where economic growth is decoupled from resource use. it also aims to protect , conserve and enhance the union's natural capital , and protect the health and well-being of citizens from environment-related risks and impacts. at the same time , this transition must be just , realistic and inclusive , leaving no one behind.


### (1) the commission has , in its communication of 11 december 2019 entitled ‘the european green deal’19 , set out a new growth strategy that aims to transform the union into a fair and prosperous society , with a modern , resource-efficient and competitive economy , where there are no net emissions of greenhouse gases in 2050 and where economic growth is decoupled from resource use. it also aims to protect , conserve and enhance the union's natural capital , and protect the health and well-being of citizens from environment-related risks and impacts. at the same time , this transition must be just and inclusive , leaving no one behind. ### (1) the commission has , in its communication of 11 december 2019 entitled ‘the european green deal’19 , set out a new growth strategy that aims to transform the union into a fair and prosperous society , with a modern , resource-efficient and competitive economy , where there are no net emissions of greenhouse gases in 2050 and where economic growth is decoupled from resource use. it also aims to protect , conserve and enhance the union's natural capital , and protect the health and well-being of citizens from environment-related risks and impacts. at the same time , this transition must be just and inclusive and must use clear mechanisms at the commission level in order to make sure that living no one is left behind.


### (3) a fixed long-term objective is crucial to contribute to economic and societal transformation , jobs , growth , and the achievement of the united nations sustainable development goals , as well as to move in a fair and cost-effective manner towards the temperature goal of the 2015 paris agreement on climate change following the 21st conference of the parties to the united nations framework convention on climate change (the ‘paris agreement’). ### (3) a fixed and stable long-term objective is crucial to contribute to economic and societal transformation , jobs , growth , and the achievement of the united nations sustainable development goals , as well as to move in a fair and cost-effective manner towards the temperature goal of the 2015 paris agreement on climate change following the 21st conference of the parties to the united nations framework convention on climate change (the ‘paris agreement’).


### (5) the union’s and the member states’ climate action aims to protect people and the planet , welfare , prosperity , health , food systems , the integrity of eco-systems and biodiversity against the threat of climate change , in the context of the 2030 agenda for sustainable development and in pursuit of the objectives of the paris agreement , and to maximize prosperity within the planetary boundaries and to increase resilience and reduce vulnerability of society to climate change. ### (5) the union’s and the member states’ climate action aims to protect people and the planet , welfare , prosperity , health , food systems , the integrity of eco-systems and biodiversity against the threat of climate change , in the context of the2030 agenda for sustainable development and in pursuit of the objectives of the paris agreement to maximize prosperity within the planetary boundaries and to minimise and decrees the velocity of the climate change.


### (6) achieving climate neutrality should require a contribution from all economic sectors. in light of the importance of energy production and consumption on greenhouse gas emissions , the transition to a sustainable , affordable and secure energy system relying on a well-functioning internal energy market is essential. the digital transformation , technological innovation , and research and development are also important drivers for achieving the climate-neutrality objective. ### (6) achieving climate neutrality should require a contribution from all economic sectors , while taking into account their features and the best available technology. in light of the importance of energy production and consumption on greenhouse gas emissions , the transition to a sustainable , affordable and secure energy system relying on a well-functioning internal energy market is essential. the digital transformation , technological innovation , and research and development are indispensable drivers for achieving the climate-neutrality objective.


### (6) achieving climate neutrality should require a contribution from all economic sectors. in light of the importance of energy production and consumption on greenhouse gas emissions , the transition to a sustainable , affordable and secure energy system relying on a well-functioning internal energy market is essential. the digital transformation , technological innovation , and research and development are also important drivers for achieving the climate-neutrality objective. ### (6) achieving climate neutrality should require a contribution from all the public and private sectors. in light of the importance of energy production and consumption on greenhouse gas emissions , the transition to a sustainable , affordable and secure energy system relying on a well-functioning internal energy market is essential. in this context the regulatory framework of energy should be harmonised at the union level and should incentivise the domestic and economic production and use of green energy. the digital transformation , technological innovation , and research and development are also important drivers for achieving the climate-neutrality objective.


### (10) the union is a global leader in the transition towards climate neutrality , and is determined to help raise global ambition and to strengthen the global response to climate change , using all tools at its disposal , including climate diplomacy. ### (10) the union is a global leader in the transition towards climate neutrality , and is determined to help raise global ambition and to strengthen the global response to climate change , using all tools at its disposal , including climate diplomacy , without jeopardizing the economic development of the european union.


### (12) the union should aim to achieve a balance between anthropogenic economy-wide emissions and removals , through natural and technological solutions , of greenhouse gases domestically within the union by 2050. the union-wide 2050 climate-neutrality objective should be pursued by all member states collectively , and the member states , the european parliament , the council and the commission should take the necessary measures to enable its achievement. measures at union level will constitute an important part of the measures needed to achieve the objective. ### (12) the union should aim to achieve a balance between anthropogenic economy-wide emissions and removals , through natural and technological solutions , of greenhouse gases domestically within the union by 2050. the union-wide 2050 climate-neutrality objective should be pursued by all member states collectively and individually , and the member states , the european parliament , the council and the commission should take the necessary measures to enable its achievement. measures at union level will constitute an important part of the measures needed to achieve the objective.


### (12) the union should aim to achieve a balance between anthropogenic economy-wide emissions and removals , through natural and technological solutions , of greenhouse gases domestically within the union by 2050. the union-wide 2050 climate-neutrality objective should be pursued by all member states collectively , and the member states , the european parliament , the council and the commission should take the necessary measures to enable its achievement. measures at union level will constitute an important part of the measures needed to achieve the objective. ### (12) the union should aim to achieve a balance between anthropogenic economy-wide emissions and removals , through natural and technological solutions , of greenhouse gases domestically within the union by 2050. the union-wide 2050 climate-neutrality objective should be pursued by all member states collectively , and the member states. the european parliament , the council and the commission together with the member states should take the necessary measures to enable its achievement taking into account the different starting position of each member state in the energy transition as well as their capacity to finance the necessary investments required by the transition towards climate neutrality. measures at union level will constitute an important part of the measures needed to achieve the objective , but will be adapted to different areas according to the local and regional needs and local measurements of the green house gases emissions.


### (14) adaptation is a key component of the long-term global response to climate change. therefore , member states and the union should enhance their adaptive capacity , strengthen resilience and reduce vulnerability to climate change , as provided for in article 7 of the paris agreement , as well as maximise the co-benefits with other environmental policies and legislation. member states should adopt comprehensive national adaptation strategies and plans. ### (14) adaptation is a key component of the long-term global response to climate change. therefore , member states and the union should enhance their adaptive capacity , strengthen resilience and reduce vulnerability to climate change , as provided for in article 7 of the paris agreement , as well as maximise the co-benefits with other environmental policies and legislation. member states should adopt comprehensive national adaptation strategies and plans. climate change events , like rising water levels , extreme weather conditions and rising temperatures , can result in infrastructure damages , operational disruptions , pressures on supply chain capacity and efficiency , and negative implication for european mobility. therefore , the commission should consider proposing a legislative framework to increase the risk-management , resilience and climate adaptation of transport infrastructure.


### (14) adaptation is a key component of the long-term global response to climate change. therefore , member states and the union should enhance their adaptive capacity , strengthen resilience and reduce vulnerability to climate change , as provided for in article 7 of the paris agreement , as well as maximise the co-benefits with other environmental policies and legislation. member states should adopt comprehensive national adaptation strategies and plans. ### (14) adaptation is a key component of the long-term global response to climate change. therefore , member states and the union should enhance their adaptive capacity , strengthen resilience and reduce vulnerability to climate change , as provided for in article 7 of the paris agreement , as well as maximise the co-benefits with other environmental , development and cohesion policies and legislation. member states should adopt comprehensive national adaptation strategies and plans.


### (15) in taking the relevant measures at union and national level to achieve the climate-neutrality objective , member states and the european parliament , the council and the commission should take into account the contribution of the transition to climate neutrality to the well-being of citizens , the prosperity of society and the competitiveness of the economy; energy and food security and affordability; fairness and solidarity across and within member states considering their economic capability , national circumstances and the need for convergence over time; the need to make the transition just and socially fair; best available scientific evidence , in particular the findings reported by the ipcc; the need to integrate climate change related risks into investment and planning decisions; cost-effectiveness and technological neutrality in achieving greenhouse gas emissions reductions and removals and increasing resilience; progression over time in environmental integrity and level of ambition. ### (15) in taking the relevant measures at union and national level to achieve the climate-neutrality objective , member states and the european parliament , the council and the commission should take into account the contribution of the transition to climate neutrality to the well-being of citizens , the prosperity of society and the competitiveness of the economy; energy and food security , mobility and affordability; fairness and solidarity across and within member states considering their economic capability , national circumstances and the need for convergence over time; the need to make the transition just , realistic and socially fair; best available scientific evidence , in particular the findings reported by the ipcc; the need to integrate climate change related risks into investment and planning decisions; cost-effectiveness and technological neutrality in achieving greenhouse gas emissions reductions and removals and increasing resilience; progression over time in environmental integrity and level of ambition.


### (15) in taking the relevant measures at union and national level to achieve the climate-neutrality objective , member states and the european parliament , the council and the commission should take into account the contribution of the transition to climate neutrality to the well-being of citizens , the prosperity of society and the competitiveness of the economy; energy and food security and affordability; fairness and solidarity across and within member states considering their economic capability , national circumstances and the need for convergence over time; the need to make the transition just and socially fair; best available scientific evidence , in particular the findings reported by the ipcc; the need to integrate climate change related risks into investment and planning decisions; cost-effectiveness and technological neutrality in achieving greenhouse gas emissions reductions and removals and increasing resilience; progression over time in environmental integrity and level of ambition. ### (15) in taking the relevant measures at union and national level to achieve the climate-neutrality objective , member states and the european parliament , the council and the commission should take into account the contribution of the transition to climate neutrality to the well-being of citizens , the prosperity of society and the competitiveness of the economy; energy and food security and affordability; fairness and solidarity across and within member states considering their economic capability and infrastructural development , national circumstances and the need for convergence over time; the need to make the transition just and socially fair to leave no one behind; based on impact assessment and best available scientific evidence , in particular the findings reported by the ipcc; the need to integrate climate change related risks into investment and planning decisions; cost-effectiveness and technological neutrality in achieving greenhouse gas emissions reductions and removals and increasing resilience; progression over time in environmental integrity and level of ambition.


### (16) the transition to climate neutrality requires changes across the entire policy spectrum and a collective effort of all sectors of the economy and society , as illustrated by the commission in its communication ‘the european green deal’. the european council , in its conclusions of 12 december 2019 , stated that all relevant union legislation and policies need to be consistent with , and contribute to , the fulfilment of the climate-neutrality objective while respecting a level playing field , and invited the commission to examine whether this requires an adjustment of the existing rules. ### (16) the transition to climate neutrality requires changes across the entire policy spectrum and a collective effort of all public and private sectors and society , as illustrated by the commission in its communication ‘the european green deal’. the european council , in its conclusions of 12 december 2019 , stated that all relevant union legislation and policies need to be consistent with , and contribute to , the fulfilment of the climate-neutrality objective while respecting a level playing field , and invited the commission to examine whether this requires an adjustment of the existing rules.


### (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 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. however , given the strong lock-in effect due to the long term amortising needed for investments in certain sectors , such as for transport infrastructure , the commission should ensure that investments already programmed are preserved , at least until the offer has matched the demand.


### (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 measuring the impact for the eu as well as for each individual member state 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 % 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 % 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 assess progress considering the specificity of each area. 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 asses the need of technical support and know-how , cooperates with the member state to establish the necessary measures and the time needed in order to close the gap between the expectations and actual reality. should the member state fail in achieving the goal the commission could take the necessary measures in accordance with the treaties. the commission should also regularly assess relevant national measures , and issue recommendations and offer technical support 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.


### (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 , communities and economic operators 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 european union should empower the experts through european funding to find and implement innovative solutions in the economic and environmental challenges towards the climate neutrality.


### (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) to ensure that the transition towards climate neutrality is irreversible and realistic , to ensure gradual reduction over time and to assist in the assessment of the consistency of measures and progress with the climate-neutrality objective , it is crucial to provide predictability , stability and confidence for all economic actors , including businesses , workers , investors and consumers. 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.


### (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 and a coordinated action at union level is needed to effectively supplement and reinforce national and regional 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 ,


### 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 irreversible , realistic 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 a binding objective of climate neutrality in the union and for individual member states 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.


### 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 and national 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 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 in the eu as a whole by 2050 , thus reducing emissions to net zero by that date.


### 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 and national achievement of the climate-neutrality objective set out in paragraph 1 , taking into account the need to phase out the use of fossil fuels and 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. ### 2. the relevant union institutions and the member states shall take the necessary measures at union and national and regional 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 , social and economic cohesion as well as the different starting position of each member states in the transition towards climate neutrality. the offsetting instruments for member states facing greater impact of the transition to a low carbon economy , such as the modernisation fund and solidarity provision in the eu ets directive (2008/87/ec) , shall be significantly increased.


### 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% emission reductions compared to 1990. where the commission considers that it is necessary to amend that target based on new solid scientific evidence , 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 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. in that context the commission shall ensure that investments already programmed by the national energy and climate plans (necps) before the entry into force of this regulation , are preserved , at least until the offer has been matched by the demand.


### 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. by 30 june 2021 , the commission shall assess the possibility to define a trajectory at union level to achieve the climate-neutrality objective set out in article 2(1) until 2050.


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


### best available technology; ### best available technology , in light of their life of cycle analysis , and innovation;


### best available technology; ### best available technology , while respecting the concept of technological neutrality and the need for research in or investments to mature new , promising technology in all sectors;


### fairness and solidarity between and within member states; ### fairness and solidarity social and economic cohesion between and within member states ensuring the european instruments to support the cohesion policy;


### investment needs and opportunities; ### investment needs and opportunities , avoiding stranded assets phenomenon while assuring predictability for the sectors concerned , especially regarding transport infrastructures;


### investment needs and opportunities; ### investment needs and opportunities including infrastructural development needs;


### the need to ensure a just and socially fair transition; ### the need to ensure a just , realistic and socially fair transition , for people and territories;


### 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 , ensuring the transfer of knowhow when needed , strengthening resilience and reducing vulnerability to climate change in accordance with article 7 of the paris agreement.


### 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 realistic strategies and plans that include comprehensive risk management frameworks , based on the local and regional needs and real local measurements of the greenhouse gases emissions , robust climate and vulnerability baselines and progress assessments.


### 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 and individual 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 on adaptation as referred to in article 4. ### the collective and individual progress made by all member states on adaptation as referred to in article 4.


### 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) 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 , assess the need of technical support and know-how , cooperates with the member state to establish the necessary measures and the time needed in order to close the gap between the expectations and actual reality. should the member state fail in achieving the goal the commission could 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).


### 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 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 economic and 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.


### article 9 ### deleted


### proposal for a regulation of the european parliament and of the council establishing the framework for achieving climate neutrality and amending regulation (eu) 2018/1999 (european climate law) ### proposal for a regulation of the european parliament and of the council establishing the framework for achieving climate neutrality and amending regulation (eu) 2018/1999 and regulation (eu) 2018/841 (european climate law)


### 2. notes that the agency executed eur 80.1 million in commitment appropriations representing 99.22% of the total budget of the year (eur 80 ,8 million) , and eur 76.7 million in payment appropriations (96.44% of the authorized payment appropriations of eur 79.5 million) when taking into account c1 funds; notes that after considering automatic carry-overs of pa (c8 funds) , 2.87% of payment appropriations were cancelled , whereby the target of less than 5% cancellation set by the commission was reached. ### 2. notes that the agency executed eur 80.1 million in commitment appropriations representing 99.22% of the total budget of the year (eur 80 ,8 million) , and eur 76.7 million in payment appropriations (96.44% of the authorized payment appropriations of eur 79.5 million) when taking into account c1 funds; notes that compared to 2018 , there is an increase both in commitment appropriations execution and in payment appropriations execution rates; notes that after considering automatic carry-overs of pa (c8 funds) , 2.87% of payment appropriations were cancelled , whereby the target of less than 5% cancellation set by the commission was reached.


### (1) maritime transport has an impact on the global climate , as a result of carbon dioxide (co2) emissions from shipping. in 2015 , it emitted 13% of the total union greenhouse gas emissions from transport15 . international maritime shipping remains the only means of transportation not included in the union's commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. ### (1) maritime transport has an impact on climate change , on marine biodiversity , on air quality and public health , as a result of carbon dioxide (co2) emissions , as well as methane (ch4) , sulphur oxide (sox) , nitrogen oxide (nox) , particulate matter (pm) and the black carbon emissions it generates. in 2015 , it emitted 13% of the total union greenhouse gas emissions from transport15. international maritime shipping emissions are expected to increase between 50% and 250% by 2050. at the union level , maritime emissions are expected to increase by 86% above 1990 levels by 2050 unless further action is taken. international maritime shipping remains the only means of transportation not included in the union's commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. the international maritime organisation (imo) adopted on 13 april 2018 its initial strategy on reduction of ghg emissions from ships. measures to implement this strategy are urgently needed to ensure immediate actions are taken to reduce international and european shipping emissions and contribute to the implementation of the paris agreement15a and the development of a decarbonised economy.


### (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 european parliament's resolution of november 2019 on the climatic and environmental emergency and its resolution of january 2020 on the european green deal called on the commission and the member states to set a binding union 2030 target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% compared to 1990 levels and stressed the urgent need for immediate and enterprising initiatives in a bid to achieve climate neutrality. 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 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 commission’s communication of the 11 december 2019 , on the european green deal , underlines the ambition to increase the eu’s greenhouse gas emission reductions target for 2030. the resolutions of the european parliament of 14 march 2019 on climate change and of the 28 november 2019 on the climate and environmental emergency called for immediate , easily implemented and ambitious action , in order to reach climate neutrality by 2050 at the latest , and called on the commission and the member states to increase the binding union 2030 target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 55% compared to 1990 levels. the european parliament also noted that all sectors of the economy , including maritime transport , would need to contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions if the union is to deliver its fair share of global efforts.


### (6) in april 2015 , the european parliament and the council adopted regulation (eu) 2015/757 on the monitoring , reporting and verification of carbon dioxide emissions from maritime transport20 (the “eu mrv regulation”) , which was complemented in 2016 with two delegated regulations21 and two implementing regulations22. the aim of the eu mrv regulation is to collect data on shipping emissions for further policymaking and to incentivise emission reductions by providing information on ships' efficiency to relevant markets. the eu mrv regulation obliges companies to monitor , report and verify the fuel consumption , co2 emissions and energy efficiency of their ships on voyages to and from european economic area (eea) ports on an annual basis , starting from 2018. it also applies to co2 emissions within eea ports. the first emissions reports are due by 30 april 2019. ### (6) in april 2015 , the european parliament and the council adopted regulation (eu) 2015/757 on the monitoring , reporting and verification of carbon dioxide emissions from maritime transport20 (the “eu mrv regulation”) , which was complemented in 2016 with two delegated regulations21 and two implementing regulations22. the aim of the eu mrv regulation is to collect data on shipping emissions for further policymaking and to incentivise emission reductions by providing information on ships' efficiency to relevant markets. the eu mrv regulation obliges companies to monitor , report and verify the fuel consumption , co2 emissions and energy efficiency of their ships on voyages to and from european economic area (eea) ports on an annual basis , starting from 2018. it also applies to co2 emissions within eea ports. the eu mrv regulation was adopted as the first step towards assimilating maritime transport emissions into the eu emissions trading system (ets) , in line with eu greenhouse gas reduction commitments. this assimilation process must be based on an impact assessment22a concerning the competitiveness of eu operators and businesses and possible modal shifts , so that the international competitiveness of eu-flagged vessels is guaranteed. some of the revenue generated by this assimilation process should be invested for research into innovative maritime transport decarbonisation technologies and infrastructures and the deployment of sustainable alternative fuels and zero-emission propulsion technologies.


### (7) article 22 of the eu mrv regulation states that the commission will , in the event of an international agreement on a global monitoring , reporting and verification system , review the eu mrv regulation and , if appropriate , propose amendments in order to ensure alignment with that international agreement. ### (7) article 22 of the eu mrv regulation states that the commission will , in the event of an international agreement on a global monitoring , reporting and verification system , or on global measures to reduce ghg emissions from maritime transport , review the eu mrv regulation and , if appropriate , propose amendments in order to ensure alignment with that international agreement.


### (12) global imo dcs provisions on data to be monitored and reported annually should be taken into account so as to ensure that streamlined data is collected for ships' activities falling under both systems. in order to do so , the parameter "deadweight tonnage" should be reported but "cargo carried" should remain on a voluntary basis. "time at sea" should be replaced by the global imo dcs definition of “hours underway". finally , calculation of “distance travelled” should be based on global imo dcs25 to reduce administrative burden. ### (12) global imo dcs provisions on data to be monitored and reported annually should be taken into account so as to ensure that streamlined data is collected for ships' activities falling under both systems. in order to do so , the "deadweight tonnage" and "cargo carried" parameters should be reported. "time at sea" should be replaced by the global imo dcs definition of “hours underway". finally , calculation of “distance travelled” should be based on global imo dcs25 to reduce administrative burden.


### (12) global imo dcs provisions on data to be monitored and reported annually should be taken into account so as to ensure that streamlined data is collected for ships' activities falling under both systems. in order to do so , the parameter "deadweight tonnage" should be reported but "cargo carried" should remain on a voluntary basis. "time at sea" should be replaced by the global imo dcs definition of “hours underway". finally , calculation of “distance travelled” should be based on global imo dcs25 to reduce administrative burden. ### (12) global imo dcs provisions on data to be monitored and reported annually should be taken into account so as to ensure that streamlined data is collected for ships' activities falling under both systems. in order to do so , the parameters "deadweight tonnage" and "cargo carried" should be reported. "time at sea" should be replaced by the global imo dcs definition of “hours underway". finally , calculation of “distance travelled” should be based on global imo dcs25 to reduce administrative burden.


### (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 in order to reduce annually operational carbon intensity per transport work and to price those emissions so as to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the maritime sector. 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.


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### 7. calls on the commission to assess whether the exceptions from the testing regime for certain categories of vehicles granted to member states under the roadworthiness package could constitute a risk to road safety on the basis of the relevant road accident data and to consider the extent to which such exceptions could be removed as part of the next revision of the roadworthiness package; ### 7. calls on the commission to assess whether the exceptions from the testing regime for certain categories of vehicles granted to member states under the roadworthiness package could constitute a risk to road safety on the basis of the relevant road accident data and to consider the extent to which such exceptions could be removed as part of the next revision of the roadworthiness package; suggests that further types of vehicles , such as two- and tree-wheelers and light trailers , should fall under the testing and inspection regime;


### 8. calls on the commission to include provisions in the next revision on appropriate roadside inspection , including for two- or three-wheel vehicles , as motorcyclists are considered vulnerable road users; ### 8. calls on the commission to include provisions in the next revision on appropriate roadside , testing and periodic inspection , including for two- or three-wheel vehicles and light trailers , as motorcyclists are considered vulnerable road users;


### 9. deplores the fact that member states have hitherto put in place only generic measures when transposing provisions on penalties for odometer fraud; urges the member states to comply with this clear requirement of the roadworthiness package and transpose more targeted measures into their national legislation without further delay; regrets the fact that the current provision on penalties for odometer fraud remains weak , as it only requires them to be ‘effective , proportionate , dissuasive and non-discriminatory’ , leaving the actual amounts and corresponding dissuasive measures largely to the discretion of member states; considers that more harmonised and concrete penalties for odometer fraud should be laid down in the next revision; ### 9. deplores the fact that member states have hitherto put in place only generic measures when transposing provisions on penalties for odometer fraud; urges the member states to comply with this clear requirement of the roadworthiness package and transpose more targeted measures into their national legislation without further delay; regrets the fact that the current provision on penalties for odometer fraud remains weak , as it only requires them to be ‘effective , proportionate , dissuasive and non-discriminatory’ , leaving the actual amounts and corresponding dissuasive measures largely to the discretion of member states; considers that member states should be provided with the sufficient human and financial resources , and enabled to enforce more harmonised and concrete penalties for odometer fraud; recalls that mileage data collection , including that of the second-hand cars , should be mutually recognised and exchanged between the member states , i.a. with the use of blockchain technology;


### 10. welcomes the fact that in all member states , following the entry into force of the roadworthiness package , testing equipment has been harmonised and fulfils certain minimum requirements , thus improving the uniformity of roadworthiness checks across the eu; ### 10. welcomes the fact that in all member states , following the entry into force of the roadworthiness package , testing equipment has been harmonised and fulfils certain minimum requirements , thus improving the uniformity of roadworthiness checks across the eu; reiterates that conditions should be put in place to guarantee the independence of inspectors and eliminate the conflicts of interest;


### 12. notes that according to commission reports , roadside inspections of commercial vehicles have been falling in the last six years; deplores this trend and recalls that under the roadworthiness package , member states have since 2018 been obliged to ensure that a minimum number of roadside inspections are carried out in relation to the number of registered vehicles on their territory (5 %); calls on the commission to include vehicles in category n16 used for commercial road haulage purposes in the scope of roadside inspections , given their increase in number and high mileage; ### 12. notes that according to commission reports , roadside inspections of commercial vehicles have been falling in the last six years; deplores this trend and recalls that under the roadworthiness package , member states have since 2018 been obliged to ensure that a minimum number of roadside inspections are carried out in relation to the number of registered vehicles on their territory (5 %); calls on the commission to include vehicles in category n16 used for commercial road haulage purposes in the scope of roadside inspections , given their increase in number and high mileage; is of the opinion that further types of vehicles , such as two- and tree-wheelers and light trailers , should fall under the testing regime and the obligation of technical roadside inspections;


### 15. calls on the member states to facilitate systematic data exchange on roadworthiness testing and odometer readings between their respective competent authorities for testing , registration and vehicle approval , test equipment manufacturers and vehicle manufacturers; welcomes , in this regard , the commission’s feasibility study on the vehicle information platform; calls on the commission and the member states to work to ensure that a vehicle information platform is set up as part of the next revision in order to expedite and facilitate data exchange between the member states; ### 15. calls on the member states to facilitate systematic data exchange on roadworthiness testing and odometer readings between their respective competent authorities for testing , registration and vehicle approval , test equipment manufacturers and vehicle manufacturers; welcomes , in this regard , the commission’s feasibility study on the vehicle information platform; calls on the commission and the member states to work to ensure that a vehicle information platform is set up as part of the next revision in order to expedite and facilitate data exchange between the member states; stresses that vehicle information platform should enable a fully paperless process of inspection and data exchange;


### 16. calls on the commission to assess during the next revision the possibility of including , as part of data exchange on vehicle history between registration authorities , not only odometer readings but also information about accidents , as this would ensure that eu citizens are better informed of the history and state of their vehicles; recalls that road accidents may trigger additional inspections , which help to ensure that vehicles are properly repaired and enhance road safety; ### 16. calls on the commission to assess during the next revision the possibility of including , as part of mandatory data exchange on vehicle history between registration authorities , not only odometer readings but also information about accidents , as this would ensure that eu citizens are better informed of the history and state of their vehicles; recalls that road accidents may trigger additional inspections , which help to ensure that vehicles are properly repaired and enhance road safety;


### 17. calls on the commission to take due account of the technical progress in vehicle safety features for the next revision; notes that pursuant to regulation (eu) 2019/2144 , new vehicles will need to start being equipped with new advanced safety systems from 2022; calls on the commission to include such systems within the scope of periodic technical inspections; requests that the commission also include ecall in periodic technical inspections7 ; ### 17. calls on the commission to take due account of the technical progress in vehicle safety features for the next revision; notes that pursuant to regulation (eu) 2019/2144 , new vehicles will need to start being equipped with new advanced safety systems from 2022; calls on the commission to include such systems within the scope of periodic technical inspections; requests that the commission also include ecall and other advanced driver assistance systems in periodic technical inspections7 in order to increase safety on the roads , i.a. by reducing the risk of tempering or other manipulation of driver assistance software features;


### 18. notes the rise in the use of individual vehicles and shared mobility for public transport and/or logistic purposes; requests that the commission assess whether the frequency of inspections of these vehicles should be increased accordingly; ### 18. notes the rise in the use of individual vehicles and shared mobility for public transport and/or logistic purposes; calls on the commission to consider the introduction of annual mandatory inspection for all the vehicles used in shared mobility and public transport , taking into account the intensity of their circulation and the related obsolescence of components , as well as the quantity of passengers transported;


### (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 must continue to invest in all regions based on 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. underlines the importance of tackling climate change in line with the union’s commitments undertaken under the european green deal to implementing the paris agreement and the sdgs , taking into consideration social and economic aspects to ensure a fair transition for all territories and their citizens; ### 1. underlines the importance of tackling climate change in line with the union’s commitments undertaken under the european green deal to implementing the paris agreement and the sdgs , taking into consideration social , economic and territorial aspects to ensure a just transition for all territories and their citizens;


### 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; highlights the importance of efsi funds to achieve the objective of 30% of new investments for climate-related expenditure and 10% for biodiversity-related expenditure and in the next mff and recovery instruments; encourages the commission to establish common output and input indicators to ensure that projects deliver the union's climate objectives;


### 1. emphasises that cohesion policy must support strong climate mainstreaming in agriculture and food-related sectors; ### 1. emphasises that cohesion policy must support strong climate mainstreaming in agriculture and food-related sectors , and considers that the agricultural sector is the sector most critically exposed to the consequences of climate change; highlights that namely changes in temperature and precipitation as well as weather and climate extremes are already influencing crop yields and livestock productivity in europe; moreover notes that the agricultural sector is of strategic importance for eu and global food security;


### 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 policy funds must respond to the common eu policy objectives and to the needs of the targeted regions and therefore investments must contribute enhancing research and innovation , growth and competitiveness , promoting sustainable mobility and connectivity as well as improving the well-being of the citizens/communities;


### 2. welcomes the commission’s proposal on the european climate law , which enshrines the 2050 climate neutrality target into union legislation , including the intermediate targets for 2030 and 2040; ### 2. welcomes the commission’s proposal on the european climate law , which enshrines the 2050 climate neutrality target to be reached collectively by the eu into union legislation , including the intermediate targets for 2030 and 2040 , while taking into account the eu competitiveness , national circumstances and principles of solidarity and fairness;


### 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 reduction , water management , energy efficiency and sustainable mobility , halting biodiversity loss and ecosystem degradation and in transitioning to a bio-circular economy , promoting projects in accordance with the "do no harm" principle;


### 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 reduction and resource efficiency , water management , energy savings and efficiency , mobility and in transitioning to a circular economy by promotion and application of the cascading use principle;


### 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. believes that in the light of the economic , social and employment effects of the covid-19 pandemic especially on the most affected sectors , such as transport and tourism , cohesion policy should support the funding of a sustainable recovery of these sectors;


### 3. emphasises the need for local and regional authorities to make a clear political commitment to achieving the climate targets; ### 3. emphasises the need for local and regional authorities to make a clear political commitment to achieving the climate targets and translating them into local actions that respect the constraints and emphasise the assets of each territory;


### 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 , by developing new infrastructure or retro-fitting existing infrastructure and developing disaster resilience at regional and local levels; recognises the importance of place-based sectorial initiatives to achieve social and environmental sustainability and resilience in all places through tailor made policy mixes , and encourages the use of instruments , such as community led local development projects (cclds) and integrated territorial instruments (itis) to promote a multi-level governance of initiatives to fight against climate change; stresses that tailor-made allocation of funds for locally and regionally adapted measures would not only have a strong impact on the economy , but would also have a mobilising effect on the community's involvement in participation structures;


### 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 , by developing new infrastructure or retro-fitting existing infrastructure and developing disaster resilience at regional and local levels while fully taking into account and contributing to the biodiversity-related targets;


### 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 , with particular attention for peripheral , rural , insular and outermost regions; 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; ### 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 societal , economic and environmental 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; ### 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 sustainable 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 the crucial role for cohesion policy in fighting climate change and achieving climate neutrality by 2050 at the latest and the intermediate target by 2030 , as well as the role of local and regional authorities in mitigating and adapting to climate change , in particular through a far-reaching reform of investment policies; ### 4. highlights the crucial role for cohesion policy , as with other policies , particularly environmental , agricultural , fisheries or cultural policies , in fighting climate change and achieving climate neutrality by 2050 at the latest and the intermediate target by 2030 , as well as the role of local and regional authorities in mitigating and adapting to climate change , in particular through a far-reaching reform of investment policies;


### 4. recalls the importance of national energy and climate plans (necps) and territorial just transition plans for meeting the eu’s climate and energy priorities , fulfilling international commitments under the paris agreement , and taking into consideration the social aspects of the transition; highlights the role of local and regional authorities (lras) in mitigating and adapting to climate change; calls on the commission to monitor the progress of national governments and lras in addressing climate change; ### 4. recalls the importance of involving local and regional authorities in the drafting of national energy and climate plans (necps) and territorial just transition plans for meeting the eu's climate and energy priorities , fulfilling international commitments under the paris agreement , and taking into consideration the social aspects of the transition; highlights the role of local and regional authorities (lras) and private actors , such as smes , in mitigating and adapting to climate change; calls on the commission to bolster effective multi-level governance in action planning and implementation , guaranteeing a structured dialogue with lras , and to secure the alignment and the complementarity of climate and energy action plans and measures across levels of government , and to monitor their progress in addressing climate change; encourages public private partnerships and further blending between esi funds and other programmes , such as horizon europe , to develop innovative solutions to fight climate change and create a more resilient and sustainable european economy; calls on the commission and managing authorities to simplify the procedures associated to the cohesion policy to ensure that private actors , and especially smes , can access eu funding under the cohesion policy;