### 13. regrets the fact that the provisions in the roadworthiness package relating to the inspection of cargo securing are not mandatory , leading to only a few member states transposing the relevant safety measures; concludes , therefore , that harmonisation is far from accomplished in this regard; urges the commission to propose a reinforcement of these provisions in the next revision; ### 13. regrets the fact that the provisions in the roadworthiness package relating to the inspection of cargo securing are not mandatory , leading to only a few member states transposing the relevant safety measures; concludes , therefore , that harmonisation is far from accomplished in this regard; urges the commission to propose a reinforcement of these provisions in the next revision; propose both a harmonised training curriculum for personnel involved in cargo securing and harmonised minimum requirements for cargo securing.


### 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 and ensure more effective coordination between the member states;


### 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 data exchange on vehicle history between registration authorities , not only odometer readings but also information about accidents and the frequency of significant malfunctions , 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 in periodic technical inspections7 ; calls on the commission to ensure that connected and automated vehicles are regularly tested to evaluate safety performance , within the framework of regular roadworthiness tests.


### 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 , as well as the raise in automated vehicles; further notes the raise of new modes of transport using public road such as e-scooters , onewheels and hoverboards , among others; requests that the commission assess whether the frequency of inspections of these vehicles should be increased accordingly and whether these new modes should be addressed in the upcoming revision with the objective of improving road safety;


### (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 periods 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.


### (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.


### any costs for accommodation outside the vehicle shall be covered by the employer.; ### any costs for accommodation outside the vehicle shall be covered by the employer , as well as any fee deriving from the use of safe and secure parking area.


### 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 for additional two years.


### 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].


### 2. notes that it is estimated that the total project cost of the activities performed in 2019 amounts to eur 117.5 million (of which eur 98.9 million by the other members) ; ### 2. notes that during 2019 the undertaking has progressed towards achieving its targets , delivering the shift2rail programme implementation ensuring an effective and efficient sound financial management; notes that it is estimated that the total project cost of the activities performed in 2019 amounts to eur 117.5 million (of which eur 98.9 million by the other members) ;


### 5. notes that , in 2019 , the undertaking awarded 17 grants as a result of the 2019 call launched in january 2019 to be co-funded by the undertaking up to eur 74 ,8 million (for a total value of eur 148 ,6 million); ### 5. notes that , in 2019 , the undertaking awarded 17 grants as a result of the 2019 call launched in january 2019 to be co-funded by the undertaking up to eur 74 ,8 million (for a total value of eur 148 ,6 million); notes with regret that only 90 smes participated to the 2019 call (76 in 2018 , 120 in 2017) and 40 smes (= in 2018) were retained for funding (19 , 7 of all retained participants for funding , 21 ,6% in 2018);


### 1. grants the executive director of the shift2rail joint undertaking discharge in respect of the implementation of the joint undertaking’s budget for the financial year 2019 / postpones its decision on discharge to the executive director of the shift2rail joint undertaking in respect of the implementation of the joint undertaking’s budget for the financial year 2019; ### 1. grants the executive director of the shift2rail joint undertaking discharge in respect of the implementation of the joint undertaking’s budget for the financial year 2019.


### 1. highlights that cohesion policy investments must continue to be targeted at the three existing categories – less-developed regions , transition regions and more-developed regions – and that environmental strategies must be adapted and woven into the relevant targeting , in line with the three aforementioned categories , with a particular focus on mitigation measures for regions with carbon-intensive economic sectors; ### 1. highlights that cohesion policy investments must continue to be targeted at the three existing categories – less-developed regions , transition regions and more-developed regions – and that environmental strategies must be adapted and woven into the relevant targeting , in line with the three aforementioned categories , with a particular focus on mitigation measures for regions with carbon-intensive economic sectors; notes that particular attention should be given to the cohesion-related needs and challenges faced by peripheral , rural and outermost regions , as well as islands , sparsely populated areas and other geographically disadvantaged territories;


### 1. highlights that cohesion policy investments must continue to be targeted at the three existing categories – less-developed regions , transition regions and more-developed regions – and that environmental strategies must be adapted and woven into the relevant targeting , in line with the three aforementioned categories , with a particular focus on mitigation measures for regions with carbon-intensive economic sectors; ### 1. highlights that cohesion policy investments must be targeted chiefly at three existing categories – less-developed regions , transition regions and cross-border 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. 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 meeting cohesion policy principles and as an instrument to provide to give a boost to outermost , insular and mountainous regions. recognises , further , that cohesion funds are key to achieving the goals set out in the european green deal , and more specifically 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; ### 1. underlines the importance of cohesion funds in the fight against climate change and the fulfilment of our commitments under the paris agreement; welcomes the 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;


### 2. underlines that cohesion funds must respond , first and foremost , to the needs of the targeted regions and must also contribute to the well-being of the citizens/communities living there and improve their living standards; ### 2. underlines that cohesion funds must respond , first and foremost , to the needs of the targeted regions and must also contribute to the well-being of the citizens/communities living there and improve their living standards; cohesion funds must be used for projects that bring added value to the regions in economic , social and environmental terms;


### 2. underlines that cohesion funds must respond , first and foremost , to the needs of the targeted regions and must also contribute to the well-being of the citizens/communities living there and improve their living standards; ### 2. underlines that cohesion funds must respond , first and foremost , to the needs of the targeted regions and boost socioeconomic growth and job creation and must also contribute to the well-being of the citizens/communities living there and improve their living standards;


### 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 mobility and in transitioning to a bio-circular economy; believes that no programme which has a negative impact on our efforts to meet the climate targets set under the framework for achieving climate neutrality regulation (eu) ***/****(european climate law) should be financed and supported under the cohesion policy;


### 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 , more digital and greener economy that offers sustainable solutions to waste reduction , water management , energy efficiency and greener mobility and in transitioning to a bio-circular economy;


### 3. recalls that the allocation method for the funds must continue to be largely based on gdp per capita and that the new criteria should be restricted to low levels of education , climate change action and transition , with particular focus on unemployment , especially in the light of the economic , social and employment effects of the covid-19 pandemic; ### 3. recalls that the allocation method for the funds must continue to be largely based on gdp and income per capita and poverty indicators and that the new criteria should take account of climate change measures and transition , with particular focus on unemployment , especially in the light of the economic , social and employment effects of the covid-19 pandemic;


### 3. recalls that the allocation method for the funds must continue to be largely based on gdp per capita and that the new criteria should be restricted to low levels of education , climate change action and transition , with particular focus on unemployment , especially in the light of the economic , social and employment effects of the covid-19 pandemic; ### 3. recalls that the allocation method for the funds must continue to be largely based on gdp per capita and that the new criteria should 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; underlines that from the social perspective , affordability , reliability and accessibility of transport for everyone , are key;


### 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. underlines the importance of cohesion policy 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; calls for a bigger involvement of national or regional civil protection authorities in the implementation of the cohesion policy;


### 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 , mainly in more remote regions such as the outermost regions , which typically face extra difficulties owing to their geographic location , through ecosystem-based approaches , by developing new infrastructure or retro-fitting existing infrastructure and developing disaster resilience at regional and local levels; highlights the need for national and regional authorities to work in a coordinated manner and cooperate in the setting of priorities and areas for action , in line with the principles of the european green deal;


### 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 , mainly in the case of the outermost and island regions; recalls that the aim is to identify areas where infrastructure improvements can lead to greater environmental , economic and social 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 , 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 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; stresses in this regard that many european citizens still face energy poverty; calls to promote further actions aiming at fighting this phenomenon;


### 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 in fighting climate change and achieving climate neutrality by 2050 at the latest and the intermediate target by 2030 and 2040 , 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;


### 5. calls for green infrastructure solutions to be implemented and notes that they are particularly important in urban environments , where approximately 70 % of the eu population lives; underlines that in cities , green infrastructure features such as green walls and roofs , urban woodlands , gardens and allotments deliver health-related benefits such as clean air , better water quality and soundproofing. ### 5. calls for green infrastructure solutions to be implemented and notes that they are particularly important in urban environments , where approximately 70 % of the eu population lives; welcomes in this respect the increasing ambition in many cities to considerably reduce car traffic by adjusting traffic rules and road design in favour of pedestrian and cyclists; underlines that in cities , green infrastructure features such as green walls and roofs , urban woodlands , gardens and allotments deliver health-related benefits such as clean air , better water quality and soundproofing.


### 7. stresses that sustainability and the transition to an economy that is safe , climate neutral , climate resilient , more resource efficient and circular are crucial to ensuring the long-term competitiveness of the union economy; ### 7. stresses that sustainability and the transition to an economy that is safe , climate neutral , climate resilient , more resource efficient and circular are crucial to ensuring the long-term competitiveness of the union economy; and to preserving its social cohesion;


### 8. points out that it is paramount to fully uphold multi-level governance and partnership principles under cohesion policy , as local and regional authorities have direct competencies on the environment and climate change; ### 8. points out that it is paramount to fully uphold multi-level governance and partnership principles under cohesion policy , as local and regional authorities not only have direct competencies on the environment and climate change , but can also develop actions aiming to promote climate-friendly behaviour among citizens , including those linked to waste management , smart mobility and sustainable housing;


### 10. underlines the key role of local and regional authorities in achieving a fair transition to a climate-neutral economy for all , with social and economic cohesion at its core; ### 10. underlines the key role of local and regional authorities in achieving a fair transition to a climate-neutral economy for all , with social and economic cohesion at its core; recalls that this process would not be possible without a strong focus on skills; is of the opinion that regional environment strategies should also aim at enhancing the administrative capacity of the local and regional institutions and at developing their potential as enablers of economic , social and territorial competitiveness;


### 11. calls on the commission to monitor the progress of national governments and local and regional authorities in addressing climate change; stresses the need to enhance the effectiveness and complementarity of esi funds in tackling climate change; ### 11. calls on the commission to monitor the progress of national governments and local and regional authorities in addressing climate change; emphasises that an effective involvement of local and regional authorities at national level should be put in place when the european commission assessment on climate change policies and climate targets is done in the context of the european semester; stresses the need to enhance the effectiveness and complementarity of esi funds in tackling climate change;


### 12. welcomes the proposal to top up the just transition fund; regrets the fact , however , that the top-up amount proposed by the commission has been cut under the council agreement on next generation eu; underlines that these cuts would jeopardise the fund’s core objectives; ### 12. welcomes the proposal to top up the just transition fund , including with additional funds from next generation eu , and the two additional pillars of the just transition mechanism , namely a dedicated scheme under invest eu and a public sector loan facility , which will contribute to alleviating the economic effects of the transition to climate neutrality on the union’s most vulnerable regions; regrets the fact , however , that the top-up amount proposed by the commission has been cut by more than 2/3 - from 30 to 7.5 billion euros - under the council agreement on next generation eu; underlines that these cuts would jeopardise the fund’s core objectives;


### 13. reaffirms that the specificities of all regions as defined in article 174 of the tfeu need to be fully reflected in the transition process so that no region is left behind; ### 13. reaffirms that the specificities of all regions as defined in article 174 of the tfeu need to be fully reflected in the transition process so that no region is left behind; is of the opinion that , in order to ensure the overall harmonious development of these areas; calls in this regard to evaluate the specificities of the regions as listed in article 174 of the tfeu in case of any revision of the state aid guidelines;


### 14. emphasises that islands , in particular small islands with limited governing autonomy , should be able to access sufficient economic resources in order to deliver integrated , sector-coupled and innovative interventions for infrastructure and local economic development; ### 14. underlines the key role that islands , in particulars mall islands , outermost and peripheral/remote regions can play in the transition towards climate neutrality , as innovation laboratories for the development of clean energy , if their full potential is unlashed by adequate tools , support and funding; emphasises that islands , in particular small islands with limited governing autonomy , should be able to access sufficient economic resources in order to deliver integrated , sector-coupled and innovative interventions for infrastructure and local economic development;


### 14. emphasises that islands , in particular small islands with limited governing autonomy , should be able to access sufficient economic resources in order to deliver integrated , sector-coupled and innovative interventions for infrastructure and local economic development; ### 14. emphasises that islands , in particular small islands with limited governing autonomy , should be able to access sufficient economic resources and adequate training in order to deliver integrated , sector-coupled and innovative interventions for infrastructure and local economic development; considers that these territories can represent a formidable laboratory for sustainability practices in sectors such as clean energy , smart mobility , waste management and circular economy;


### 14. emphasises that islands , in particular small islands with limited governing autonomy , should be able to access sufficient economic resources in order to deliver integrated , sector-coupled and innovative interventions for infrastructure and local economic development; ### 14. emphasises that islands and outermost regions , in particular small islands with limited governing autonomy , are crucial for purposes of research into climate change and biodiversity and should be able to access sufficient economic resources in order to deliver integrated , sector-coupled and innovative interventions for infrastructure and local economic development;


### 15. highlights the need to capitalise on the outcome of initiatives such as new energy solutions optimised for islands (nesoi) and clean energy for eu islands (ce4eui) to ensure a functional transition between the 2014-2020 and 2021-2027 programming periods; welcomes the memorandum of split , which recognises the leading role for island communities in the energy transition; ### 15. highlights the need to capitalise on the outcome of initiatives such as new energy solutions optimised for islands (nesoi) and clean energy for eu islands (ce4eui) to ensure a functional transition between the 2014-2020 and 2021-2027 programming periods; in this regard , calls on the commission to produce a user friendly guides for regional and local governments to have the opportunity to acknowledge and capitalise on consolidated best practices on energy transition and decarbonisation of economies; welcomes the memorandum of split , which recognises the leading role for island communities in the energy transition;


### 15. highlights the need to capitalise on the outcome of initiatives such as new energy solutions optimised for islands (nesoi) and clean energy for eu islands (ce4eui) to ensure a functional transition between the 2014-2020 and 2021-2027 programming periods; welcomes the memorandum of split , which recognises the leading role for island communities in the energy transition; ### 15. highlights the need to capitalise on the outcome of initiatives such as new energy solutions optimised for islands (nesoi) and clean energy for eu islands (ce4eui) to ensure a functional transition between the 2014-2020 and 2021-2027 programming periods; welcomes the memorandum of split , which recognises the leading role for island communities in the energy transition; underlines in this regard the importance of exchanging best practices and of promoting mutual learning;


### 16. emphasises that all sectors need to be represented and supported in the transition towards climate-neutral industrial processes , while maintaining international competitiveness; ### 16. emphasises that all sectors need to be represented and supported in the transition towards climate-neutral industrial processes , while maintaining international competitiveness; and preserving economic , social and territorial cohesion among different european regions;


### 3. welcomes that the undertaking complemented the 28 projects closed in 2018 in the exploratory research 1 programme by a total of 17 projects in the fields of fundamental and applied research in 2019; ### 3. welcomes that the undertaking complemented the 28 projects closed in 2018 in the exploratory research 1 programme by a total of 17 projects in the fields of fundamental and applied research in 2019; further welcomes the progress and near-completion of the wave 1 industrial research projects and the signature of all wave 2 projects’ grants by 31 december 2019;


### 6. notes the results of the 2018 human resources benchmarking exercise: 59 ,29 % operational posts , 30 % administrative and 10 ,71 % of finances and control posts; ### 6. notes the results of the 2019 human resources benchmarking exercise: 59 ,29 % operational posts , 30 % administrative and 10 ,71 % of finances and control posts;


### 1. grants the executive director of the sesar joint undertaking discharge in respect of the implementation of the joint undertaking’s budget for the financial year 2019 / postpones its decision on discharge to the executive director of the sesar joint undertaking in respect of the implementation of the joint undertaking’s budget for the financial year 2019; ### 1. grants the executive director of the sesar joint undertaking discharge in respect of the implementation of the joint undertaking’s budget for the financial year 2019.


### 14. notes that at 31 december 2019 , the joint undertaking employed 40 staff (38 temporary agents (tas) and two seconded national experts (snes)) , compared to 42 in the establishment plan (comprising 39 tas and 3 snes positions); notes that in 2019 the joint undertaking implemented the human resources information system ‘sysper for agencies’ , developed by the commission; notes , furthermore , that the joint undertaking appointed a chief financial officer (recruited externally) in the new organisation chart , strengthening its finance function; ### 14. notes that at 31 december 2019 , the joint undertaking employed 40 staff (38 temporary agents (tas) and two seconded national experts (snes)) , compared to 42 in the establishment plan (comprising 39 tas and 3 snes positions); notes that in 2019 the joint undertaking implemented the human resources information system ‘sysper for agencies’ , developed by the commission; notes , furthermore , that the joint undertaking appointed a chief financial officer (recruited externally) in the new organisation chart , strengthening its finance function; applauds that 54% of staff employed are women , however regrets the lack of data on gender parity per type of contract and seniority of staff;


### (3) at union level , the european semester of economic policy coordination (‘european semester’) , including the principles of the european pillar of social rights , is the framework to identify national reform priorities and monitor their implementation. member states develop their own national multiannual investment strategies in support of those reforms. those strategies should be presented alongside the yearly national reform programmes as a way to outline and coordinate priority investment projects to be supported by national and/or union funding. ### (3) at union level , the european semester of economic policy coordination (‘european semester’) , including the principles of the european pillar of social rights , is the framework to identify national reform priorities and monitor their implementation. as part of the goals of the european semester , structural reforms based on solidarity , integration and social justice are also addressed , with the aim of creating quality employment and growth , ensuring equality of and access to opportunity and social protection , protecting vulnerable groups and improving the living standards of all. member states develop their own national multiannual investment strategies in support of those reforms. those strategies should be presented alongside the yearly national reform programmes as a way to outline and coordinate priority investment projects to be supported by national and/or union funding.


### (3) at union level , the european semester of economic policy coordination (‘european semester’) , including the principles of the european pillar of social rights , is the framework to identify national reform priorities and monitor their implementation. member states develop their own national multiannual investment strategies in support of those reforms. those strategies should be presented alongside the yearly national reform programmes as a way to outline and coordinate priority investment projects to be supported by national and/or union funding. ### (3) at union level , the european semester of economic policy coordination (‘european semester’) ,including the principles of the european pillar of social rights , is the framework to identify national reform priorities and monitor their implementation. in order to provide guidance to member states on where structural reforms and investments to support the transition towards an european climate neutral economy are most needed , the european semester requires to be progressively updated through the used of harmonised indicators , in order to include all the united nations sustainable development goals and the objectives of the european green deal in its evaluation. member states develop their own national multiannual investment strategies in support of those reforms. those strategies should be presented alongside the yearly national reform programmes as a way to outline and coordinate priority investment projects to be supported by national and/or union funding.


### (3) at union level , the european semester of economic policy coordination (‘european semester’) , including the principles of the european pillar of social rights , is the framework to identify national reform priorities and monitor their implementation. member states develop their own national multiannual investment strategies in support of those reforms. those strategies should be presented alongside the yearly national reform programmes as a way to outline and coordinate priority investment projects to be supported by national and/or union funding. ### (3) at union level , the european semester of sustainable policy coordination (‘european semester’) , the framework to facilitate the implementation of the european green deal , including the principles of the european pillar of social rights , the sustainable development goals , the national climate energy plans adopted in the frame of the governance of the energy union , and the just transition plans , are the frameworks to identify national reform priorities and monitor their implementation. as part of the goals of the european semester , structural reforms based on solidarity , integration and social justice are also addressed , with the aim of creating quality employment and growth , ensuring equality of and access to opportunity and social protection , protecting vulnerable groups and improving the living standards of all member states develop their own national multiannual investment strategies in support of those reforms while fully taking into account the contribution of macro economic policies to the delivery of sustainable development goals. those strategies should be presented alongside the yearly national reform programmes as a way to outline and coordinate priority investment projects to be supported by national and/or union funding as a way to outline and coordinate priority investment projects to be supported by national and/or union funding.


### (5) the implementation of reforms contributing to achieve a high degree of resilience of domestic economies , strengthening adjustment capacity and unlocking growth potential are among the union’s policy priorities. they are therefore crucial to set the recovery on a sustainable path and support the process of upward economic and social convergence. this is even more necessary in the aftermath of the pandemic crisis to pave the way for a swift recovery. ### (5) the implementation of reforms contributing to achieve a high degree of resilience of domestic economies , strengthening adjustment capacity and unlocking growth , development and expansion potential are among the union’s policy priorities. they are therefore crucial to set the recovery on a sustainable path and support the process of upward economic and social convergence. this is even more necessary in the aftermath of the pandemic crisis to pave the way for a swift recovery.


### (6) past experiences have shown that investment is often drastically cut during crises. however , it is essential to support investment in this particular situation to speed up the recovery and strengthen long-term growth potential. investing in green and digital technologies , capacities and processes aimed at assisting clean energy transition , boosting energy efficiency in housing and other key sectors of the economic are important to achieve sustainable growth and help create jobs. it will also help make the union more resilient and less dependent by diversifying key supply chains. ### (6) past experiences have shown that investment is often drastically cut during crises. however , it is essential to support investment in this particular situation to speed up the recovery and strengthen long-term growth potential. investing in green and digital technologies , capacities and processes aimed at assisting clean energy transition , boosting energy efficiency in housing and investments in transport sector towards the development of smart and sustainable mobility and infrastructure at eu level are important to achieve sustainable growth and help create jobs. it will also help make the union more resilient and less dependent by diversifying key supply chains.


### (6) past experiences have shown that investment is often drastically cut during crises. however , it is essential to support investment in this particular situation to speed up the recovery and strengthen long-term growth potential. investing in green and digital technologies , capacities and processes aimed at assisting clean energy transition , boosting energy efficiency in housing and other key sectors of the economic are important to achieve sustainable growth and help create jobs. it will also help make the union more resilient and less dependent by diversifying key supply chains. ### (6) past experiences have shown that investment is often drastically cut during crises. however , it is essential to support investment in this particular situation to speed up the recovery and strengthen long-term growth potential. investing in green and digital technologies , capacities and processes aimed at assisting clean energy transition , boosting energy efficiency in housing , transport , tourism , manufacturing , and especially for smes and other key sectors of the economic are important to achieve sustainable growth and help create jobs. it will also help make the union more resilient and less dependent by diversifying key supply chains.


### (8) against this background , it is necessary to strengthen the current framework for the provision of support to member states and provide direct financial support to member states through an innovative tool. to that end , a recovery and resilience facility (the ‘facility’) should be established under this regulation to provide effective financial and significant support to step up the implementation of reforms and related public investments in the member states. the facility should be comprehensive and should also benefit from the experience gained by the commission and the member states from the use of the other instruments and programmes. ### (8) against this background , it is necessary to strengthen the current framework for the provision of support to member states and provide direct financial support to member states through an innovative tool. to that end , a recovery and resilience facility (the ‘facility’) should be established under this regulation to provide effective financial and significant support to step up the implementation of reforms , linked to the commission’s country-specific recommendations issued in the context of the european semester and related public investments in the member states. the facility should be comprehensive and should also benefit from the experience gained by the commission and the member states from the use of the other instruments and programmes.


### (9) the types of financing and the methods of implementation under this regulation should be chosen on the basis of their ability to achieve the specific objectives of the actions and to deliver results , taking into account , in particular , the costs of controls , the administrative burden , and the expected risk of non-compliance. this should include consideration of the use of lump sums , flat rates and unit costs , as well as financing not linked to costs as referred to in article 125(1)(a) of the financial regulation. ### (9) the types of financing and the methods of implementation under this regulation should be chosen on the basis of real needs and of a support plan of their ability to achieve the specific objectives of the actions and to deliver results , taking into account , in particular , the costs of controls , the administrative burden , and the expected risk of non-compliance. this should include consideration of the use of lump sums , flat rates and unit costs , as well as financing not linked to costs as referred to in article 125(1)(a) of the financial regulation.


### (11) reflecting the european green deal as europe’s sustainable growth strategy and the translation of the union's commitments to implement the paris agreement and the united nations’ sustainable development goals , the facility established by this regulation will contribute to mainstreaming climate actions and environmental sustainability and to the achievement of an overall target of 25 % of the eu budget expenditures supporting climate objectives. ### (11) reflecting the european green deal as europe’s sustainable growth strategy towards climate neutrality in 2050 at the latest and the translation of the union's commitments to implement the paris agreement and the united nations’ sustainable development goals , the facility established by this regulation will contribute with 10% of its resources to biodiversity related actions and 40% of its resources to mainstreaming climate actions and environmental sustainability in line with an overall target of 30% of the eu budget expenditures supporting climate objectives. moreover , activities undermining the achievement of the above mentioned climate and environmental objectives will be excluded , in order to respect the "do no harm" principle. to operationalise this principle , the principles set out in the eu taxonomy regulation and the climate and environmental exclusionary list in annex iii will be applied.


### (11) reflecting the european green deal as europe’s sustainable growth strategy and the translation of the union's commitments to implement the paris agreement and the united nations’ sustainable development goals , the facility established by this regulation will contribute to mainstreaming climate actions and environmental sustainability and to the achievement of an overall target of 25 % of the eu budget expenditures supporting climate objectives. ### (11) reflecting the european green deal as europe’s sustainable growth strategy and the translation of the union's commitments to implement the paris agreement and the united nations’ sustainable development goals , the facility established by this regulation will contribute to mainstreaming climate actions and environmental sustainability and to the achievement of an overall target of 25 % of the eu budget expenditures supporting climate objectives. it will accelerate the structural transformation of the economy towards a more clean , resilient and carbon-neutral economy.


### (11) reflecting the european green deal as europe’s sustainable growth strategy and the translation of the union's commitments to implement the paris agreement and the united nations’ sustainable development goals , the facility established by this regulation will contribute to mainstreaming climate actions and environmental sustainability and to the achievement of an overall target of 25 % of the eu budget expenditures supporting climate objectives. ### (11) reflecting the european green deal as europe’s sustainable growth strategy and the translation of the union's commitments to implement the paris agreement and the united nations’ sustainable development goals , the facility established by this regulation will contribute to mainstreaming climate actions and environmental sustainability and to the achievement of an overall target of 30 % of the eu budget expenditures supporting climate objectives , with no funds going towards measures that negatively affect the pathway to a climate-neutral eu in 2050.


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


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


### (15) the specific objective of the facility should be to provide financial support with a view to achieving the milestones and targets of reforms and investments as set out in recovery and resilience plans. that specific objective should be pursued in close cooperation with the member states concerned. ### (15) the specific objective of the facility should be to provide financial support with a view to achieving the milestones and targets of reforms and investments in all member states as set out in recovery and resilience plans. that specific objective should be pursued in close cooperation with the member states concerned.


### (16) to ensure its contribution to the objectives of the facility , the recovery and resilience plan should comprise measures for the implementation of reforms and public investment projects through a coherent recovery and resilience plan. the recovery and resilience plan should be consistent with the relevant country-specific challenges and priorities identified in the context of the european semester , with the national reform programmes , the national energy and climate plans , the just transition plans , and the partnership agreements and operational programmes adopted under the union funds. to boost actions that fall within the priorities of the european green deal and the digital agenda , the plan should also set out measures that are relevant for the green and digital transitions. the measures should enable a swift deliver of targets , objectives and contributions set out in national energy and climate plans and updates thereof. all supported activities should be pursued in full respect of the climate and environmental priorities of the union. ### (16) to ensure its contribution to the objectives of the facility , the recovery and resilience plan should comprise measures for the implementation of reforms and public investment projects through a coherent recovery and resilience plan. the recovery and resilience plan should be consistent with the relevant country-specific challenges and priorities identified in the context of the european semester , with the national reform programmes , the national energy and climate plans , the just transition plans , and the partnership agreements and operational programmes adopted under the union funds. member states wishing to benefit from the facility should consult , as part of the process of drafting the recovery and resilience plans , regional or/and local authorities , academia , civil society organisation , including social partners , business community , investors and other relevant stakeholders , as well as national parliaments. to boost actions that fall within the priorities of the european green deal and the digital agenda , the plan should also set out measures that are relevant for the green and digital transitions. the measures should enable a swift deliver of targets , objectives and contributions set out in national energy and climate plans and updates thereof. all supported activities should be pursued in full respect of the climate and environmental priorities of the union. the recovery and resilience plans shall be based on shared eu priorities , highlights in this context the respect of the rule of law and our democratic values by the member states issuing the plans. eu resilience facility projects should comply with the eu treaty based fundamental values of respect for human dignity , freedom , democracy , equality , the rule of law and respect for human rights


### (16) to ensure its contribution to the objectives of the facility , the recovery and resilience plan should comprise measures for the implementation of reforms and public investment projects through a coherent recovery and resilience plan. the recovery and resilience plan should be consistent with the relevant country-specific challenges and priorities identified in the context of the european semester , with the national reform programmes , the national energy and climate plans , the just transition plans , and the partnership agreements and operational programmes adopted under the union funds. to boost actions that fall within the priorities of the european green deal and the digital agenda , the plan should also set out measures that are relevant for the green and digital transitions. the measures should enable a swift deliver of targets , objectives and contributions set out in national energy and climate plans and updates thereof. all supported activities should be pursued in full respect of the climate and environmental priorities of the union. ### (16) to ensure its contribution to the objectives of the facility , the recovery and resilience plan should comprise measures for the implementation of reforms and public investment projects through a coherent recovery and resilience plan. the recovery and resilience plan shall be consistent with the relevant country-specific challenges and priorities identified in the context of the european semester , with the national reform programmes , the national energy and climate plans , the just transition plans , and the partnership agreements and operational programmes adopted under the union funds. to boost actions that fall within the priorities of the european green deal and the digital agenda , the plan should also set out measures that are relevant for the green and digital transitions. the measures should enable a swift deliver of targets , objectives and contributions set out in national energy and climate plans and updates thereof. all supported activities should be pursued in full respect of the climate and environmental priorities of the union and the "do no harm" principle. for the operationalisation of the "do no harm" principle , the eu taxonomy regulation (art 17) and the climate and environmental exclusionary list of annex iii should be applied.


### (16) to ensure its contribution to the objectives of the facility , the recovery and resilience plan should comprise measures for the implementation of reforms and public investment projects through a coherent recovery and resilience plan. the recovery and resilience plan should be consistent with the relevant country-specific challenges and priorities identified in the context of the european semester , with the national reform programmes , the national energy and climate plans , the just transition plans , and the partnership agreements and operational programmes adopted under the union funds. to boost actions that fall within the priorities of the european green deal and the digital agenda , the plan should also set out measures that are relevant for the green and digital transitions. the measures should enable a swift deliver of targets , objectives and contributions set out in national energy and climate plans and updates thereof. all supported activities should be pursued in full respect of the climate and environmental priorities of the union. ### (16) to ensure its contribution to the objectives of the facility , the recovery and resilience plan should comprise measures for the implementation of reforms and public investment projects through a coherent recovery and resilience plan. the recovery and resilience plan should be consistent with the relevant country-specific challenges and priorities identified in the context of the european semester , with the national reform programmes , the national energy and climate plans , the just transition plans , and the partnership agreements and operational programmes adopted under the union funds. to boost actions that fall within the priorities of the european green deal and the digital agenda , the plan should also set out measures that contribute directly to the green and digital transitions. the measures should enable a swift deliver of targets , objectives and contributions set out in national energy and climate plans and updates thereof. all supported activities should be pursued in full respect of the climate and environmental priorities of the union and activities that contribute negatively to the target of climate-neutrality in 2050 should thus not be supported through the facility.


### (16) to ensure its contribution to the objectives of the facility , the recovery and resilience plan should comprise measures for the implementation of reforms and public investment projects through a coherent recovery and resilience plan. the recovery and resilience plan should be consistent with the relevant country-specific challenges and priorities identified in the context of the european semester , with the national reform programmes , the national energy and climate plans , the just transition plans , and the partnership agreements and operational programmes adopted under the union funds. to boost actions that fall within the priorities of the european green deal and the digital agenda , the plan should also set out measures that are relevant for the green and digital transitions. the measures should enable a swift deliver of targets , objectives and contributions set out in national energy and climate plans and updates thereof. all supported activities should be pursued in full respect of the climate and environmental priorities of the union. ### (16) to ensure its contribution to the objectives of the facility , the recovery and resilience plan should comprise measures for the implementation of reforms and public investment projects , but also a new strategy for industry and smes through a coherent recovery and resilience plan. the recovery and resilience plan should be consistent with the relevant country-specific challenges and priorities identified in the context of the european semester , with the national reform programmes , the national energy and climate plans , the just transition plans , and the partnership agreements and operational programmes adopted under the union funds. to boost actions that fall within the priorities of the european green deal and the digital agenda , the plan should also set out measures that are relevant for the green and digital transitions. the measures should enable a swift deliver of targets , objectives and contributions set out in national energy and climate plans and updates thereof. all supported activities should be pursued in full respect of the climate and environmental priorities of the union.


### (20) it is necessary to establish a process for the submission of proposals for recovery and resilience plans by the member states , and the content thereof. with a view to ensuring the expediency of procedures , a member state should submit a recovery and resilience plan at the latest by 30 april , in the form of a separate annex of the national reform programme. to ensure a fast implementation , member states should be able to submit a draft plan together with the draft budget of the forthcoming year , on 15 october of the preceding year. ### (20) it is necessary to establish a process for the submission of proposals for recovery and resilience plans by the member states ,and the content thereof. with a view to ensuring the expediency of procedures , a member state should submit a recovery and resilience plan at any point in time following the entry into force of this regulation , until 31august 2024. to ensure a fast implementation , member states should be able to submit a draft plan , together with the relevant draft budgetary information starting from six months in advance of the official submission of the recovery and resilience plan.


### (21) in order to ensure the national ownership and a focus on relevant reforms and investments , member states wishing to receive support should submit to the commission a recovery and resilience plan that is duly reasoned and substantiated. the recovery and resilience plan should set out the detailed set of measures for its implementation , including targets and milestones , and the expected impact of the recovery and resilience plan on growth potential , job creation and economic and social resilience; it should also include measures that are relevant for the green and the digital transitions; it should also include an explanation of the consistency of the proposed recovery and resilience plan with the relevant country-specific challenges and priorities identified in the context of the european semester. close cooperation between the commission and the member states should be sought and achieved throughout the process. ### (21) in order to ensure the national ownership and a focus on relevant reforms and investments , member states wishing to receive support should submit to the commission a recovery and resilience plan that is duly reasoned and substantiated. the recovery and resilience plan should set out the detailed set of measures for its implementation , including targets and milestones , and the expected impact of the recovery and resilience plan on growth potential , job creation and economic and social resilience; it should also include measures that contribute directly to the green and the digital transitions , with no measures negatively affecting the possibility of achieving a climate-neutral union by 2050; it should also include an explanation of the consistency of the proposed recovery and resilience plan with the relevant country-specific challenges and priorities identified in the context of the european semester. close cooperation between the commission and the member states should be sought and achieved throughout the process.


### (21) in order to ensure the national ownership and a focus on relevant reforms and investments , member states wishing to receive support should submit to the commission a recovery and resilience plan that is duly reasoned and substantiated. the recovery and resilience plan should set out the detailed set of measures for its implementation , including targets and milestones , and the expected impact of the recovery and resilience plan on growth potential , job creation and economic and social resilience; it should also include measures that are relevant for the green and the digital transitions; it should also include an explanation of the consistency of the proposed recovery and resilience plan with the relevant country-specific challenges and priorities identified in the context of the european semester. close cooperation between the commission and the member states should be sought and achieved throughout the process. ### (21) in order to ensure the national ownership and a focus on relevant reforms and investments , member states wishing to receive support should submit to the commission a recovery and resilience plan that is duly reasoned and substantiated. the recovery and resilience plan should set out the detailed set of measures for its implementation , including targets and milestones , and the expected impact of the recovery and resilience plan on growth potential , job creation and economic and social resilience at the level of the whole union so that no one is left behind; it should also include measures that are relevant for the green and the digital transitions; it should also include an explanation of the consistency of the proposed recovery and resilience plan with the relevant country-specific challenges and priorities identified in the context of the european semester. close cooperation between the commission and the member states should be sought and achieved throughout the process.


### (22) the commission should assess the recovery and resilience plan proposed by the member states and should act in close cooperation with the member state concerned. the commission will fully respect the national ownership of the process and will therefore take into account the justification and elements provided by the member state concerned and assess whether the recovery and resilience plan proposed by the member state is expected to contribute to effectively address challenges identified in the relevant country-specific recommendation addressed to the member state concerned or in other relevant documents officially adopted by the commission in the european semester; whether the plan contains measures that effectively contribute to the green and the digital transitions and to addressing the challenges resulting from them; whether the plan is expected to have a lasting impact in the member state concerned; whether the plan is expected to effectively contribute to strengthen the growth potential , job creation and economic and social resilience of the member state , mitigate the economic and social impact of the crisis and contribute to enhancing economic , social and territorial cohesion; whether the justification provided by the member state of the estimated total costs of the recovery and resilience plan submitted is reasonable and plausible and is commensurate to the expected impact on the economy and employment; whether the proposed recovery and resilience plan contains measures for the implementation of reforms and public investment projects that represent coherent actions; and whether the arrangement proposed by the member state concerned are expected to ensure effective implementation of the recovery and resilience plan , including the proposed milestones and targets , and the related indicators. ### (22) the commission should assess the recovery and resilience plan proposed by the member states and should act in close cooperation with the member state concerned. the commission will fully respect the national ownership of the process and will therefore take into account the justification and elements provided by the member state concerned and assess whether the recovery and resilience plan proposed by the member state is expected to contribute to effectively address challenges identified in the relevant country-specific recommendation addressed to the member state concerned or in other relevant documents officially adopted by the commission in the european semester; whether the plan contains measures that effectively contribute to the green and the digital transitions and to addressing the challenges resulting from them enhancing the achievement of climate neutrality by 2050 at the latest and respecting the "do no harm" principle; whether the plan is expected to have a lasting impact in the member state concerned; whether the plan is expected to effectively contribute to strengthen the growth potential , job creation and economic and social resilience of the member state , mitigate the economic and social impact of the crisis and contribute to enhancing economic , social and territorial cohesion; whether the justification provided by the member state of the estimated total costs of the recovery and resilience plan submitted is reasonable and plausible and is commensurate to the expected impact on the economy and employment; whether the proposed recovery and resilience plan contains measures for the implementation of reforms and public investment projects that represent coherent actions; and whether the arrangement proposed by the member state concerned are expected to ensure effective implementation of the recovery and resilience plan , including the proposed milestones and targets , and the related indicators.


### (22) the commission should assess the recovery and resilience plan proposed by the member states and should act in close cooperation with the member state concerned. the commission will fully respect the national ownership of the process and will therefore take into account the justification and elements provided by the member state concerned and assess whether the recovery and resilience plan proposed by the member state is expected to contribute to effectively address challenges identified in the relevant country-specific recommendation addressed to the member state concerned or in other relevant documents officially adopted by the commission in the european semester; whether the plan contains measures that effectively contribute to the green and the digital transitions and to addressing the challenges resulting from them; whether the plan is expected to have a lasting impact in the member state concerned; whether the plan is expected to effectively contribute to strengthen the growth potential , job creation and economic and social resilience of the member state , mitigate the economic and social impact of the crisis and contribute to enhancing economic , social and territorial cohesion; whether the justification provided by the member state of the estimated total costs of the recovery and resilience plan submitted is reasonable and plausible and is commensurate to the expected impact on the economy and employment; whether the proposed recovery and resilience plan contains measures for the implementation of reforms and public investment projects that represent coherent actions; and whether the arrangement proposed by the member state concerned are expected to ensure effective implementation of the recovery and resilience plan , including the proposed milestones and targets , and the related indicators. ### (22) the commission should assess the recovery and resilience plan proposed by the member states and should act in close cooperation with the member state concerned. the commission will fully respect the national ownership of the process and will therefore take into account the justification and elements provided by the member state concerned and assess whether the recovery and resilience plan proposed by the member state is expected to contribute to effectively address challenges identified in the relevant country-specific recommendation addressed to the member state concerned or in other relevant documents officially adopted by the commission in the european semester; whether the plan contains measures that effectively contribute to the green and the digital transitions and the challenges resulting from them , with no measures negatively affecting the possibility of achieving a climate-neutral eu by 2050; whether the plan is expected to have a lasting impact in the member state concerned; whether the plan is expected to effectively contribute to strengthen the growth potential , job creation and economic and social resilience of the member state , mitigate the economic and social impact of the crisis and contribute to enhancing economic , social and territorial cohesion; whether the justification provided by the member state of the estimated total costs of the recovery and resilience plan submitted is reasonable and plausible and is commensurate to the expected impact on the economy and employment; whether the proposed recovery and resilience plan contains measures for the implementation of reforms and public investment projects that represent coherent actions; and whether the arrangement proposed by the member state concerned are expected to ensure effective implementation of the recovery and resilience plan , including the proposed milestones and targets , and the related indicators.


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


### (33) for effective monitoring of implementation , the member states should report on a quarterly basis within the european semester process on the progress made in the achievement of the recovery and resilience plan. such reports prepared by the member states concerned should be appropriately reflected in the national reform programmes , which should be used as a tool for reporting on progress towards completion of recovery and resilience plans. ### (33) for effective monitoring of implementation , the member states should report every six months within the european semester process on the progress made in the achievement of the recovery and resilience plan. such reports prepared by the member states concerned should be appropriately reflected in the national reform programmes , which should be used as a tool for reporting on progress towards completion of recovery and resilience plans.


### (35) in order to ensure an efficient and coherent allocation of funds from the union budget and to respect the principle of sound financial management , actions under this regulation should be consistent with and be complementary to ongoing union programmes , whilst avoiding double funding for the same expenditure. in particular , the commission and the member state should ensure , in all stages of the process , effective coordination in order to safeguard the consistency , coherence , complementarity and synergy among sources of funding. to that effect , member states should be required to present the relevant , information on existing or planned union financing when submitting their plans to the commission. financial support under facility should be additional to the support provided under other union funds and programmes , and reform and investment projects financed under the facility should be able to receive funding from other union programmes and instruments provided that such support does not cover the same cost. ### (35) in order to ensure an efficient and coherent allocation of funds from the union budget and to respect the principle of sound financial management , actions under this regulation should be consistent with and be complementary to ongoing union programmes , whilst avoiding double funding for the same expenditure. in particular , the commission and the member state should ensure , in all stages of the process , effective coordination in order to safeguard the consistency , coherence , transparency , complementarity and synergy among sources of funding. to that effect , member states should be required to present the relevant , information on existing or planned union financing when submitting their plans to the commission. financial support under facility should be additional to the support provided under other union funds and programmes , and reform and investment projects financed under the facility should be able to receive funding from other union programmes and instruments provided that such support does not cover the same cost.


### (36) pursuant to paragraphs 22 and 23 of the interinstitutional agreement for better law-making of 13 april 2016 , there is a need to evaluate the recovery and resilience facility established by this regulation on the basis of information collected through specific monitoring requirements , while avoiding overregulation and administrative burdens , in particular on member states. these requirements , where appropriate , should include measurable indicators , as a basis for evaluating the effects of the instruments on the ground. ### (36) pursuant to paragraphs 22 and 23 of the interinstitutional agreement for better law-making of 13 april 2016 , there is a need to evaluate the recovery and resilience facility established by this regulation on the basis of information collected through specific monitoring requirements , while avoiding overregulation and excessive administrative burdens , in particular on member states and their final recipients. these requirements , where appropriate , should include relevant , clear and measurable indicators , as a basis for evaluating the effects of the instruments on the ground. a dedicated scoreboard should be set up to that effect.


### (37) it is opportune that the commission provides an annual report to the european parliament and the council on the implementation of the facility set out in this regulation. this report should include information on the progress made by member states under the recovery and resilience plans approved; it should also include information on the volume of the proceeds assigned to the facility under the european union recovery instrument in the previous year , broken down by budget line , and the contribution of the amounts raised through the european union recovery instrument to the achievements of the objectives of the facility. ### (37) it is opportune that the commission provides an annual report to the european parliament and the council on the implementation of the facility set out in this regulation. for the purpose of sound financial management and coordination with the discharge procedure , the annual report should be presented in november of the year n+1 at the latest. this report should include information on the progress made by member states under the recovery and resilience plans approved; it should also include information on the volume of the proceeds assigned to the facility under the european union recovery instrument in the previous year , broken down by budget line , and the contribution of the amounts raised through the european union recovery instrument to the achievements of the objectives of the facility.


### (39) the recovery and resilience plans to be implemented by the member states and the corresponding financial contribution allocated to them should be established by the commission by way of implementing act. in order to ensure uniform conditions for the implementation of this regulation , implementing powers should be conferred on the commission. the implementing powers relating to the adoption of the recovery and resilience plans and to the payment of the financial support upon fulfilment of the relevant milestones and targets should be exercised by the commission in accordance with regulation (eu) no 182/2011 of the european parliament and of the council , under the examination procedure thereof13 . after the adoption of an implementing act , it should be possible for the member state concerned and the commission to agree on certain operational arrangements of a technical nature , detailing aspects of the implementation with respect to timelines , indicators for the milestones and targets , and access to underlying data. to allow the continuous relevance of the operational arrangements in respect of the prevailing circumstances during the implementation of the recovery and resilience plan , it should be possible that the elements of such technical arrangements may be modified by mutual consent. horizontal financial rules adopted by the european parliament and the council on the basis of article 322 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union apply to this regulation. these rules are laid down in the financial regulation and determine in particular the procedure for establishing and implementing the budget through grants , procurement , prizes , indirect implementation , and provide for checks on the responsibility of financial actors. rules adopted on the basis of article 322 tfeu also concern the protection of the union's budget in case of generalised deficiencies as regards the rule of law in the member states , as the respect for the rule of law is an essential precondition for sound financial management and effective eu funding. ### (39) the recovery and resilience plans to be implemented by the member states and the corresponding financial contribution allocated to them should be established by the commission by way of implementing act. in order to ensure uniform conditions for the implementation of this regulation , implementing powers should be conferred on the commission. the implementing powers relating to the adoption of the recovery and resilience plans and to the payment of the financial support upon fulfilment of the relevant milestones and targets should be exercised by the commission in accordance with regulation (eu) no 182/2011 of the european parliament and of the council , under the examination procedure thereof13 . after the adoption of an implementing act , it should be possible for the member state concerned and the commission to agree on certain operational arrangements of a technical nature , detailing aspects of the implementation with respect to timelines , indicators for the milestones and targets , and access to underlying data. to allow the continuous relevance of the operational arrangements in respect of the prevailing circumstances during the implementation of the recovery and resilience plan , it should be possible that the elements of such technical arrangements may be modified by mutual consent. horizontal financial rules adopted by the european parliament and the council on the basis of article 322 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union apply to this regulation. these rules are laid down in the financial regulation and determine in particular the procedure for establishing and implementing the budget through grants , procurement , prizes , indirect implementation , and provide for checks on the responsibility of financial actors. rules adopted on the basis of article 322 tfeu also concern the protection of the union's budget in case of generalised deficiencies as regards the rule of law in the member states , as the respect for the rule of law , democratic checks and balances , an independent judiciary , media pluralism and media freedom are essential preconditions for sound financial management and effective eu funding and fighting fraud and corruption.


### the scope of application of the recovery and resilience facility established by this regulation shall refer to policy areas related to economic , social and territorial cohesion , the green and digital transitions , health , competitiveness , resilience , productivity , education and skills , research and innovation , smart , sustainable and inclusive growth , jobs and investment , and the stability of the financial systems. ### the scope of application of the recovery and resilience facility established by this regulation shall refer to policy areas related to economic , social and territorial cohesion , the transition to a climate-neutral union by 2050 , the digital transition , health , competitiveness , resilience , productivity , education and skills , research and innovation , smart , sustainable and inclusive growth , jobs and investment , and the stability of the financial systems.


### the scope of application of the recovery and resilience facility established by this regulation shall refer to policy areas related to economic , social and territorial cohesion , the green and digital transitions , health , competitiveness , resilience , productivity , education and skills , research and innovation , smart , sustainable and inclusive growth , jobs and investment , and the stability of the financial systems. ### the scope of application of the recovery and resilience facility established by this regulation shall refer to policy areas related to economic , social and territorial cohesion , the green transition towards climate neutrality , the digital transition , health , competitiveness , resilience , productivity , education and skills , research and innovation , smart , sustainable and inclusive growth , jobs and investment , and the stability of the financial systems.