### 1. calls on the commission and the member states to step up their efforts to promote gender equality and non-discrimination in cohesion policy through effective gender mainstreaming in all phases of the policy cycle , showing strong political commitment at eu , national and regional level; encourages close cooperation with the european institute for gender equality (eige) in that regard , providing high-quality research and data to support better-informed and evidence-based decision-making by policymakers and other key stakeholders working to enhance equality between women and men; stresses that knowledge sharing by the eu institutions and agencies and support for capacity building is key to preventing high administrative costs and an unnecessary increase in bureaucracy; ### 1. calls on the commission and the member states to step up their efforts to promote gender equality and non-discrimination in cohesion policy through effective gender mainstreaming in all phases of the policy cycle , showing strong political commitment at eu , national and regional level and to encourage the use of ex ante gender conditionalities; encourages close cooperation with the european institute for gender equality (eige) and national gender institutes and equality bodies in that regard , providing high-quality research and data to support better-informed and evidence-based decision-making by policymakers and other key stakeholders working to enhance equality between women and men; stresses that knowledge sharing by the eu institutions and agencies and support for capacity building is key to preventing high administrative costs and an unnecessary increase in bureaucracy; encourages the use of common output and result indicators in the different member states , and the use of gender disaggregated and gender specific data , to measure gender inequalities on social and economic dimensions , to ensure the gender perspective in the evaluation criteria , implementation and monitoring systems of the funds;


### 1. calls on the commission and the member states to step up their efforts to promote gender equality and non-discrimination in cohesion policy through effective gender mainstreaming in all phases of the policy cycle , showing strong political commitment at eu , national and regional level; encourages close cooperation with the european institute for gender equality (eige) in that regard , providing high-quality research and data to support better-informed and evidence-based decision-making by policymakers and other key stakeholders working to enhance equality between women and men; stresses that knowledge sharing by the eu institutions and agencies and support for capacity building is key to preventing high administrative costs and an unnecessary increase in bureaucracy; ### 1. calls on the commission and the member states to step up their efforts to promote gender equality and non-discrimination in cohesion policy through effective gender mainstreaming in all phases of the policy cycle , showing strong political commitment at eu , national and regional level; encourages close cooperation with the european institute for gender equality (eige) in that regard , providing high-quality research and data to support better-informed and evidence-based decision-making by policymakers and other key stakeholders working to enhance equality between women and men; stresses that knowledge sharing by the eu institutions and agencies and support for capacity building is key to preventing high administrative costs and an unnecessary increase in bureaucracy; stresses the importance of close cooperation with gender equality partnersfrom civil society in all stages of the cohesion policy cycle;


### 2. strongly believes that gender equality is still mainly addressed in a general manner and limited to the policy domains of the european social fund (esf) , as well as in the context analysis and programming phase , while more attention is needed in the implementation , monitoring and evaluation phases; ### 2. strongly believes that gender equality is still mainly addressed in a general manner and limited to the policy domains of the european social fund (esf) , as well as in the context analysis and programming phase , while more attention is needed in the implementation , monitoring and evaluation phases; recalls that is necessary for each programming phase , strategic actions to identify the priority areas that contribute to gender equality and sustainable development;


### 2. strongly believes that gender equality is still mainly addressed in a general manner and limited to the policy domains of the european social fund (esf) , as well as in the context analysis and programming phase , while more attention is needed in the implementation , monitoring and evaluation phases; ### 2. strongly believes that gender equality is still mainly addressed in a general manner and limited to the policy domains of the european social fund (esf) , as well as in the context analysis and programming phase , while more attention is needed in the implementation , monitoring and evaluation phases on a regular basis;


### 2. calls on the commission to raise awareness of the need for gender equality and to develop and provide specific tools and guidelines to help the member states integrate a gender perspective at the implementation and monitoring stage; stresses the importance of gender mainstreaming training for the officials managing the cohesion policy funds; ### 2. calls on the commission , member states , and regional and local authorities to raise awareness of the need for gender equality and to develop and provide specific tools and guidelines to help the member states integrate a gender perspective at the design , implementation and monitoring stage; stresses the importance of linking national gender equality strategies to cohesion policy , as esi funds are a key instrument to promote structural changes in society; stresses the importance of gender mainstreaming training for the officials managing the cohesion policy funds;


### 3. believes that eu rules should be written in a clear and explicit way , and be binding in relation to gender equality; ### 3. believes that eu rules should be written in a clear and explicit way , and be binding in relation to gender equality; underlines that the lack of suitable resources is a major cause of discrimination;


### 3. calls on the member states and their respective authorities to share good practices in the application of gender mainstreaming through knowledge sharing , technical assistance , training and awareness raising; ### 3. encourages member states and the commission to ensure that equality between men and women and the integration of gender perspective is promoted in all the stages of the evaluation , implementation and monitoring of esi funds; calls on the commission , member states and managing authorities to share good practices in the application of gender mainstreaming through knowledge sharing , technical assistance , training and awareness raising;


### 4. stresses the need for a strong political commitment on the importance of gender equality for the entire population and for economic growth and territorial development; ### 4. stresses the need for a strong political commitment on the importance of gender equality for the entire population and for economic growth and territorial development; stresses the necessity of a stronger work-life balance strategy for the eu as away to promote gender equality; considers that a good work-life balance is essential to reduce the pressure on women during family-related leave , decreasing the lack of free time due to the unequal distribution of caring responsibilities in the personal sphere;


### 4. stresses the role of cohesion policy funding , in the light of the unprecedented impact of the covid-19 crisis , in supporting , facilitating and promoting programmes that , through consideration of the special needs of women , including rural women , encourage women’s employment and entrepreneurship , improve their access to land , credit and financial instruments , boost their skills and performance through education , training and advisory services , increase their participation in local action groups and the development of local partnerships , and address infrastructural deficiencies , including in relation to the provision of different types of care; stresses that cooperation at european level , together with the efficient use of eu funds , can contribute to the development of high-quality , accessible and affordable care services that are vitally important to maintaining women’s labour market activity. ### 4. stresses the role of cohesion policy funding , in the light of the unprecedented impact of the covid-19 crisis , in supporting , facilitating and promoting programmes that , through consideration of the special needs of women , including rural women and women in remote areas and border regions , encourage women’s employment and entrepreneurship , improve their access to land , credit and financial instruments , boost their skills and performance through education , training and advisory services , increase their participation in local action groups and the development of local partnerships , and address infrastructural deficiencies , including in relation to the provision of different types of care; stresses that cooperation at european level , together with the efficient use of eu funds , can contribute to the development of high-quality , accessible and affordable care services that are vitally important to maintaining women’s labour market activity;


### 9. encourages the member states to coordinate closely with local and regional authorities and civil society partners , in particular in the framework of the partnership agreement and when drafting the partnership principle , to take into account challenges related to effective equality policies at local and regional level; ### 9. encourages the member states to coordinate closely with local and regional authorities and civil society partners , in the framework of the partnership agreement and when drafting the partnership principle , to take into account challenges related to effective equality policies at local and regional level; encourages the member states to carry on campaigns to promote equality policies , namely in the field of the reconciliation of work and private live , elimination of gender stereotypes in career choices and improving women economic independence;


### 10. considers that programme stakeholders and monitoring committees still lack expertise on the implementation of a gender perspective in concrete projects , especially in european regional development fund (erdf) interventions; considers there to be a lack of guidelines , training programmes and concrete examples of good practice to address this; ### 10. considers that programme stakeholders and monitoring committees still lack expertise on the implementation of a gender perspective in concrete projects , especially in european regional development fund (erdf) interventions; considers there to be a lack of guidelines , training programmes and concrete examples of good practice to address this; underlines , in this regard , the potential of the erdf/cf to bridge the gap women are still facing , with particular reference to female entrepreneurship and the digital sector;


### 11. believes that all programmes implemented under cohesion policy should ensure gender equality throughout their preparation , implementation , monitoring and evaluation , as well as equal opportunities for all , without discrimination based on gender or sexual orientation; ### 11. stresses that all programmes implemented under cohesion policy should ensure gender equality throughout their evaluation , preparation , implementation , monitoring and evaluation , as well as equal opportunities for all , without discrimination based on gender or sexual orientation; is of the opinion that the composition of expert groups in the different phases of the policy cycle should be gender balanced;


### 13. stresses that cohesion policy needs to support equal access to training for women in order to bridge the digital gender gap and to support the green and digital transitions; ### 13. stresses that cohesion policy needs to support equal access to training for women in order to bridge the digital gender gap and to support the green and digital transitions; for instance through the increase of the share of female graduates in stem subjects as well as their involvement in sectors that are crucial for the environmental transition , such as the energy one;


### 14. underlines the crucial role of cohesion policy in investing in high-quality public services , both for combating gender inequalities and for building social resilience and coping with economic , social and health crises; ### 14. underlines the crucial role of cohesion policy in investing in high-quality public services and social infrastructure , both for combating gender inequalities and for building social resilience and coping with economic , social and health crises;


### 14. underlines the crucial role of cohesion policy in investing in high-quality public services , both for combating gender inequalities and for building social resilience and coping with economic , social and health crises; ### 14. underlines the crucial role of cohesion policy in investing in high-quality public services , including healthcare , both for combating gender inequalities and for building social resilience and coping with economic , social and health crises;


### 17. strongly supports the ex ante requirement of developing a national gender equality strategy to underpin cohesion policy interventions; ### 17. strongly supports the ex ante requirement of developing a european , national , regional and local gender equality strategy to underpin cohesion policy interventions;


### 19. underlines that a gender impact assessment should be a mandatory part of member states’ evaluations on how the funds are spent and whether compliance with gender equality targets is respected; ### 19. underlines that an ex ante and ex post gender impact assessment should be a mandatory part of member states’ evaluations on how the funds are spent and whether compliance with gender equality targets is effectively respected;


### 20. recalls that gender mainstreaming must be applied in all stages of the budgetary process; stresses the need to track spending on gender equality in all budget lines , not just in targeted measures , and to assess the final impact of the budgetary lines on gender equality; requests that the commission , in cooperation with the european court of auditors , propose a methodology to that end; recommends the use of criteria such as the national median wage and the median annual gross income in purchasing power parity; ### 20. recalls that gender mainstreaming must be applied in all stages of the budgetary process; stresses the need to track spending on gender equality in all budget lines , not just in targeted measures , and to assess the final outcome of the budgetary lines on gender equality; requests that the commission , in cooperation with the european court of auditors , propose a methodology to that end; recommends the use of criteria that do not only assess the national median wage and the median annual gross income in purchasing power parity , but also non-economic indicators , such as those measuring subjective well-being , the elimination of gender-based violence , civil engagement , work-life balance , social connections; underlines that the assessment of the outcome is only possible if gender-disaggregated data is available;


### 21. calls on all institutions to provide guidance documents and training sessions , so as to disseminate concrete examples of good practices on gender mainstreaming; stresses , moreover , that at the project selection stage the criteria for gender mainstreaming should be strengthened through higher scoring and requirements for more practical actions; recommends making use of the existing tools developed by the european institute for gender equality (eige) such as its toolkit for gender budgeting in the esi funds; ### 21. calls on all institutions to provide guidance documents and , on a regular basis , hands-on training at all levels of the administration , so as to disseminate and embed concrete examples of good practices on gender mainstreaming; stresses , moreover , that at the project selection stage the criteria for gender mainstreaming should be strengthened through higher scoring and requirements for more practical actions; recommends making use of the existing tools developed by the european institute for gender equality (eige) such as its toolkit for gender budgeting in the esi funds;


### (1) the commission adopted a communication on the european green deal on 11 december 20199 , drawing its roadmap towards a new growth policy for europe and setting ambitious objectives to counter climate change and for environmental protection. in line with the objective to achieve climate neutrality in the union by 2050 in an effective and fair manner , the european green deal announced a just transition mechanism to provide means for facing the climate challenge while leaving no one behind. the most vulnerable regions and people are the most exposed to the harmful effects of climate change and environmental degradation. at the same time , managing the transition requires significant structural changes. ### (1) the commission adopted a communication on the european green deal on 11 december 20199 , drawing its roadmap towards a new growth policy for europe and setting ambitious objectives to counter climate change and for environmental protection. in line with the energy and climate objectives for 2030 and the objective to achieve climate neutrality in the union by 2050 in an effective and fair manner , the european green deal announced a just transition mechanism to provide means for facing the climate challenge while leaving no one behind. the most vulnerable regions and people are the most exposed to the harmful effects of climate change and environmental degradation. at the same time , managing the transition requires significant structural changes , which will call for ambitious funding by the union.


### (1) the commission adopted a communication on the european green deal on 11 december 20199 , drawing its roadmap towards a new growth policy for europe and setting ambitious objectives to counter climate change and for environmental protection. in line with the objective to achieve climate neutrality in the union by 2050 in an effective and fair manner , the european green deal announced a just transition mechanism to provide means for facing the climate challenge while leaving no one behind. the most vulnerable regions and people are the most exposed to the harmful effects of climate change and environmental degradation. at the same time , managing the transition requires significant structural changes. ### (1) the commission adopted a communication on the european green deal on 11 december 20199 , drawing its roadmap towards a new sustainable growth policy for europe and setting ambitious objectives to counter climate change and for environmental protection. in line with the objective of achieving the union’s 2030 targets for climate and energy and climate neutrality in the union by 2050 at the latest in an effective and fair manner , as laid down in [regulation (eu) 2020/xxx establishing the framework for achieving climate neutrality and amending regulation (eu) 2018/1999("european climate law")] , the european green deal announced a just transition mechanism to provide means for facing the economic , social and environmental challenges of the transition to a climate neutral , environmentally sustainable , energy and resource efficient , circular economy , while leaving no one behind. the most vulnerable regions and people are the most exposed to the harmful effects of climate change and environmental degradation. at the same time , managing the transition requires significant structural changes , also in light of the covid-19 crisis.


### (1) the commission adopted a communication on the european green deal on 11 december 20199 , drawing its roadmap towards a new growth policy for europe and setting ambitious objectives to counter climate change and for environmental protection. in line with the objective to achieve climate neutrality in the union by 2050 in an effective and fair manner , the european green deal announced a just transition mechanism to provide means for facing the climate challenge while leaving no one behind. the most vulnerable regions and people are the most exposed to the harmful effects of climate change and environmental degradation. at the same time , managing the transition requires significant structural changes. ### (1) the commission adopted a communication on the european green deal on 11 december 20199 , drawing its roadmap towards a new growth policy for europe and setting ambitious objectives to counter climate change and for environmental protection. in line with the objective to achieve climate neutrality in the union by 2050 in an effective and fair manner , the european green deal announced a just transition mechanism to provide means for facing the climate challenge while leaving no one behind. the most vulnerable regions and people are the most exposed to the harmful effects of climate change and environmental degradation. at the same time , managing the transition requires significant structural changes. effective support should be dedicated towards providing sustainable employment for the most affected by the transition.


### (1) the commission adopted a communication on the european green deal on 11 december 20199 , drawing its roadmap towards a new growth policy for europe and setting ambitious objectives to counter climate change and for environmental protection. in line with the objective to achieve climate neutrality in the union by 2050 in an effective and fair manner , the european green deal announced a just transition mechanism to provide means for facing the climate challenge while leaving no one behind. the most vulnerable regions and people are the most exposed to the harmful effects of climate change and environmental degradation. at the same time , managing the transition requires significant structural changes. ### (1) the commission adopted a communication on the european green deal on 11 december 20199 , drawing its roadmap towards a new growth policy for europe and setting ambitious objectives to counter climate change and for environmental protection. in line with the objective to achieve climate neutrality in the union by 2050 in an effective and fair manner , the european green deal announced a just transition mechanism to provide means for facing the climate challenge while leaving no one behind. the most vulnerable regions and people are the most exposed to the harmful effects of climate change and environmental degradation. at the same time , managing the transition requires significant structural changes. the application of union support and funding through the just transition mechanism shall ensure that all eligible projects in every member state are consistent with all member states’ responsibility to achieve national climate neutrality by 2050 , endorsed by the european parliament resolution (2019/2930(rsp) and the european council (euco29/19)


### (1) the commission adopted a communication on the european green deal on 11 december 20199 , drawing its roadmap towards a new growth policy for europe and setting ambitious objectives to counter climate change and for environmental protection. in line with the objective to achieve climate neutrality in the union by 2050 in an effective and fair manner , the european green deal announced a just transition mechanism to provide means for facing the climate challenge while leaving no one behind. the most vulnerable regions and people are the most exposed to the harmful effects of climate change and environmental degradation. at the same time , managing the transition requires significant structural changes. ### (1) the commission adopted a communication on the european green deal on 11 december 20199 , drawing its roadmap towards a new growth policy for europe and setting ambitious objectives to counter climate change and for environmental protection. in line with the objective to achieve climate neutrality in the union by 2050 in an effective and fair manner , while striving for socio-economic sustainability , the european green deal announced a just transition mechanism to provide means for facing the climate challenge while leaving no one behind. the most vulnerable regions and people are the most exposed to the harmful effects of climate change and environmental degradation. at the same time , managing the transition requires significant structural changes. in order to be successful , the transition should reduce inequalities , create a net employment effect with new high quality jobs , and be fair and socially acceptable for all.


### (2) the commission adopted a communication on the european green deal investment plan10 on 14 january 2020 , establishing the just transition mechanism which focuses on the regions and sectors that are most affected by the transition given their dependence on fossil fuels , including coal , peat and oil shale or greenhouse gas-intensive industrial processes but have less capacity to finance the necessary investments. the just transition mechanism consists of three pillars: a just transition fund implemented under shared management , a dedicated just transition scheme under investeu , and a public sector loan facility to mobilise additional investments to the regions concerned. ### (2) the commission adopted a communication on the european green deal investment plan10 on 14 january 2020 , establishing the just transition mechanism which focuses on the regions and sectors that are most affected by the transition given their dependence on fossil fuels , including coal , peat and oil shale or greenhouse gas-intensive industrial processes but have less capacity to finance the necessary investments towards climate neutrality. the just transition mechanism consists of three pillars: a just transition fund implemented under shared management , a dedicated just transition scheme under investeu , and a public sector loan facility to mobilise additional investments to the regions concerned.


### (2) the commission adopted a communication on the european green deal investment plan10 on 14 january 2020 , establishing the just transition mechanism which focuses on the regions and sectors that are most affected by the transition given their dependence on fossil fuels , including coal , peat and oil shale or greenhouse gas-intensive industrial processes but have less capacity to finance the necessary investments. the just transition mechanism consists of three pillars: a just transition fund implemented under shared management , a dedicated just transition scheme under investeu , and a public sector loan facility to mobilise additional investments to the regions concerned. ### (2) the commission adopted a communication on the european green deal investment plan10 on 14 january 2020 , establishing the just transition mechanism which focuses on the regions and sectors that are most affected by the transition given their dependence on fossil fuels , including coal , peat and oil shale or greenhouse gas-intensive industrial processes but have less capacity to finance the necessary investments. the just transition mechanism consists of three pillars: a just transition fund implemented under shared management , a dedicated just transition scheme under investeu , and a public sector loan facility to mobilise additional investments to the regions concerned. all three pillars are to complement each other to support the implementation of the green deal and address the economic , social , energy sustainability , energy security , energy affordability and regional challenges and opportunities of the transition to a sustainable , climate-neutral and climate-resilient , resource-efficient , and circular economy by 2050 at the latest.


### (2) the commission adopted a communication on the european green deal investment plan10 on 14 january 2020 , establishing the just transition mechanism which focuses on the regions and sectors that are most affected by the transition given their dependence on fossil fuels , including coal , peat and oil shale or greenhouse gas-intensive industrial processes but have less capacity to finance the necessary investments. the just transition mechanism consists of three pillars: a just transition fund implemented under shared management , a dedicated just transition scheme under investeu , and a public sector loan facility to mobilise additional investments to the regions concerned. ### (2) the commission adopted a communication on the european green deal investment plan10 on 14 january 2020 , establishing the just transition mechanism which focuses on the regions and sectors that are most affected by the transition given their dependence on fossil fuels , including coal , peat and oil shale or greenhouse gas-intensive industrial processes but have less capacity to finance the necessary investments. these regions and sectors are the ones identified by the commission and members states and object to a territorial just transition plan established in accordance with article 7 of regulation [jtf regulation] and approved by the commission . the just transition mechanism consists of three pillars: a just transition fund implemented under shared management , a dedicated just transition scheme under investeu , and a public sector loan facility to mobilise additional investments to the regions concerned.


### (3) the proposal for establishing the just transition fund was adopted by the commission on 14 january 202011. for the better programming and implementation of the fund , territorial just transition plans are to be adopted , setting out the key steps and timeline of the transition process and identifying the territories most negatively affected by the transition towards a climate neutral economy and with less capacity to deal with the transition challenges. ### (3) the proposal for establishing the just transition fund was adopted by the commission on 14 january 202011. for the better programming and implementation of the fund , territorial just transition plans are to be adopted , setting out the key steps and timeline of the transition process and identifying the territories most negatively affected by the transition towards a climate neutral economy and with less capacity to deal with the social and environmental challenges inherent in the transition.


### (3) the proposal for establishing the just transition fund was adopted by the commission on 14 january 202011 . for the better programming and implementation of the fund , territorial just transition plans are to be adopted , setting out the key steps and timeline of the transition process and identifying the territories most negatively affected by the transition towards a climate neutral economy and with less capacity to deal with the transition challenges. ### (3) the proposal for establishing the just transition fund was adopted by the commission on 14 january 202011 . for the better programming and implementation of the fund , territorial just transition plans are to be adopted , setting out the key steps and timeline of the transition process towards the achievement the union 2030 climate targets and a climate neutral economy by 2050 , in a way that leaves no one behind , and identifying the territories most negatively affected by the transition towards a climate neutral economy and with less capacity to deal with the transition challenges. only member states that are committed to the eu 2050 climate neutrality target should benefit from the facility.


### (4) a public sector loan facility (the ‘facility’) should be provided. it constitutes the third pillar of the just transition mechanism , supporting public sector entities in their investments. such investments should meet the development needs resulting from the transition challenges described in the territorial just transition plans as adopted by the commission. the activities envisaged for support should be consistent with and complement those supported under the other two pillars of the just transition mechanism. ### (4) a public sector loan facility (the ‘facility’) should be provided. it constitutes the third pillar of the just transition mechanism , supporting public sector entities in their investments. such investments should meet the development needs resulting from the transition challenges described in the territorial just transition plans as adopted by the commission. the activities envisaged for support should be consistent with and complement those supported under the other two pillars of the just transition mechanism , meaning that they should be consistent with the goal of reducing emissions by 2030 and oriented towards achieving a climate-neutral union by 2050.


### (4) a public sector loan facility (the ‘facility’) should be provided. it constitutes the third pillar of the just transition mechanism , supporting public sector entities in their investments. such investments should meet the development needs resulting from the transition challenges described in the territorial just transition plans as adopted by the commission. the activities envisaged for support should be consistent with and complement those supported under the other two pillars of the just transition mechanism. ### (4) a public sector loan facility (the ‘facility’) should be provided. it constitutes the third pillar of the just transition mechanism , supporting public sector entities in their investments. such investments should be consistent with union policies , in line with the paris agreement and its commitment to achieve climate neutrality by 2050 at the latest , and meet the development needs resulting from the transition challenges described in the territorial just transition plans as adopted by the commission. the activities envisaged for support should be consistent with and complement those supported under the other two pillars of the just transition mechanism. the facility shall not support activities excluded under article [5] of [regulation (eu) 2020/xxx establishing the just transition fund ("jtf regulation")].


### (4) a public sector loan facility (the ‘facility’) should be provided. it constitutes the third pillar of the just transition mechanism , supporting public sector entities in their investments. such investments should meet the development needs resulting from the transition challenges described in the territorial just transition plans as adopted by the commission. the activities envisaged for support should be consistent with and complement those supported under the other two pillars of the just transition mechanism. ### (4) a public sector loan facility (the ‘facility’) should be provided. it constitutes the third pillar of the just transition mechanism , supporting public sector entities in their investments. such investments should meet the development needs resulting from the transition challenges described in the territorial just transition plans as adopted by the commission and contribute towards achieving the goals of the green deal and the european pillar of social rights. the activities envisaged for support should be consistent with and complement those supported under the other two pillars of the just transition mechanism.


### (5) in order to enhance the economic diversification of territories impacted by the transition , the facility should cover a wide range of investments , on condition that they contribute to meet the development needs in the transition towards a climate neutral economy , as described in the territorial just transition plans. the investments supported may cover energy and transport infrastructure , district heating networks , green mobility , smart waste management , clean energy and energy efficiency measures including renovations and conversions of buildings , support to transition to a circular economy , land restoration and decontamination , as well as up- and re-skilling , training and social infrastructure , including social housing. infrastructure developments may also include solutions leading to their enhanced resilience to withstand disasters. comprehensive investment approach should be favoured in particular for territories with important transition needs. investments in other sectors could also be supported if they are consistent with the adopted territorial just transition plans. by supporting investments that do not generate sufficient revenues , the facility aims at providing public sector entities with additional resources necessary to address the social , economic and environmental challenges resulting from the adjustment to climate transition. in order to help identify investments with a high positive environmental impact eligible under the facility , the eu taxonomy on environmentally sustainable economic activities may be used. ### (5) in order to enhance the economic diversification of territories impacted by the transition , the facility should cover a wide range of investments , on condition that they contribute to meet the development needs in the transition towards a climate neutral economy , as described in the territorial just transition plans. the investments supported may cover energy and sustainable transport infrastructure , district heating networks , green mobility , smart waste management , clean energy and energy efficiency measures including renovations and conversions of buildings , support to transition to a circular economy , the fight against depopulation , land restoration and decontamination , as well as up- and re-skilling , training and social infrastructure , including social housing , in addition to digital coverage for regions and better broadband connections. all financed projects should be in line with the climate objectives set for 2030 , meaning that the commission should ensure that all projects are consistent with the goal of reducing emissions. infrastructure developments may also include solutions leading to their enhanced resilience to withstand disasters , especially in those regions which have been heavily affected by extreme meteorological phenomena in recent years. comprehensive investment approach should be favoured in particular for territories with important transition needs. investments in other sectors could also be supported if they are consistent with the adopted territorial just transition plans , and which although having been affected by the climate transition , have not been able to benefit under the first pillar of the just transition mechanism , namely the just transition fund. by supporting investments that do not generate sufficient revenues , the facility aims at providing public sector entities with additional resources necessary to address the social , economic and environmental challenges resulting from the adjustment to climate transition. in order to help identify investments with a high positive environmental impact eligible under the facility , the eu taxonomy on environmentally sustainable economic activities may be used. the facility must take account of the devastating consequences which the covid-19 crisis has had in numerous european regions , as well as of the uneven impact of the virus , in order to ensure cohesion and that aid reaches those regions and communities which need it the most.


### (5) in order to enhance the economic diversification of territories impacted by the transition , the facility should cover a wide range of investments , on condition that they contribute to meet the development needs in the transition towards a climate neutral economy , as described in the territorial just transition plans. the investments supported may cover energy and transport infrastructure , district heating networks , green mobility , smart waste management , clean energy and energy efficiency measures including renovations and conversions of buildings , support to transition to a circular economy , land restoration and decontamination , as well as up- and re-skilling , training and social infrastructure , including social housing. infrastructure developments may also include solutions leading to their enhanced resilience to withstand disasters. comprehensive investment approach should be favoured in particular for territories with important transition needs. investments in other sectors could also be supported if they are consistent with the adopted territorial just transition plans. by supporting investments that do not generate sufficient revenues , the facility aims at providing public sector entities with additional resources necessary to address the social , economic and environmental challenges resulting from the adjustment to climate transition. in order to help identify investments with a high positive environmental impact eligible under the facility , the eu taxonomy on environmentally sustainable economic activities may be used. ### (5) in order to enhance the economic diversification of territories impacted by the transition , the facility should cover a wide range of investments , on condition that they contribute to meet the development needs in the transition towards a climate-neutral , environmentally sustainable , energy and resource efficient and circular economy of the union by 2050 at the latest as described in the territorial just transition plans. the investments supported may cover technology to support the decarbonisation of the energy sector , district heating networks , sustainable mobility ,waste prevention measures , clean and renewable energy , energy efficiency measures including renovations and conversions of buildings , sustainable bioeconomy , support to transition to a circular economy , land and ecosystem restoration and decontamination , as well as up- and re-skilling , training and social infrastructure , including social housing. infrastructure developments may also include solutions leading to their enhanced resilience to withstand disasters. comprehensive investment approach , consistent with the sustainable development goals (sdgs) and in line with the paris agreement goals ,should be favoured in particular for territories with important transition needs. investments in other sectors could also be supported if they are consistent with the union’s 2030 targets for climate and energy and its commitment to a climate-neutral economy by 2050 , with the “do not significant harm" principle referred to in regulation (eu) 2020/852 and with the adopted territorial just transition plans. by supporting investments that do not generate sufficient revenues , the facility aims at providing public sector entities with additional resources necessary to address the social , economic and environmental challenges resulting from the adjustment to climate transition.


### (5) in order to enhance the economic diversification of territories impacted by the transition , the facility should cover a wide range of investments , on condition that they contribute to meet the development needs in the transition towards a climate neutral economy , as described in the territorial just transition plans. the investments supported may cover energy and transport infrastructure , district heating networks , green mobility , smart waste management , clean energy and energy efficiency measures including renovations and conversions of buildings , support to transition to a circular economy , land restoration and decontamination , as well as up- and re-skilling , training and social infrastructure , including social housing. infrastructure developments may also include solutions leading to their enhanced resilience to withstand disasters. comprehensive investment approach should be favoured in particular for territories with important transition needs. investments in other sectors could also be supported if they are consistent with the adopted territorial just transition plans. by supporting investments that do not generate sufficient revenues , the facility aims at providing public sector entities with additional resources necessary to address the social , economic and environmental challenges resulting from the adjustment to climate transition. in order to help identify investments with a high positive environmental impact eligible under the facility , the eu taxonomy on environmentally sustainable economic activities may be used. ### (5) in order to enhance the economic diversification of territories impacted by the transition , the facility should cover a wide range of investments , on condition that they contribute to meet the development needs in the transition towards a climate neutral economy , as described in the territorial just transition plans. the investments supported may cover , but shall not be limited to , energy infrastructure , including clean hydrogen- , biogas- and biomethane- compatible investments , and transport infrastructure , district heating networks , green mobility , investment in green and sustainable research and innovation projects , smart waste management , clean energy and energy efficiency measures including renovations and conversions of buildings , support to transition to a circular economy , land restoration and decontamination , environmental infrastructure (water and sanitation) , urban renewal and regeneration , cultural and historical heritage , as well as up- and re-skilling , training and social infrastructure , including social housing. infrastructure developments may also include solutions leading to their enhanced resilience to withstand disasters. comprehensive investment approach should be favoured in particular for territories with important transition needs. investments in other sectors could also be supported if they are consistent with the adopted territorial just transition plans. by supporting investments that do not generate sufficient revenues , the facility aims at providing public sector entities with additional resources necessary to address the social , economic and environmental challenges resulting from the adjustment to climate transition. in order to help identify investments with a high positive environmental impact eligible under the facility , the eu taxonomy on environmentally sustainable economic activities may be used.


### (6) 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. ### (6) 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. only member states that adhere to the fundamental values of the union , including the rule of law principle , should benefit from the facility. in case the commission is of the opinion that the rule of law in a member state is breached , it should seek to support the transition of concerned regions in other ways or find a way to direct the support strictly to the region , if it obeys the rule of law principles , without involving the national government.


### (6) 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. ### (6) 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. therefore , the respect and adherence to fundamental union values such as the rule of law principle should be mandatory for receiving any financial support from the eu budget , including the just transition mechanism. member states benefitting from the jtm should be committed to achieving the eu 2050 climate neutrality target.


### (13) in order to ensure that all member states are granted the possibility to benefit from the grant component , a mechanism should be set up to establish earmarked national shares to be respected during a first stage , based on the distribution key proposed in the just transition fund regulation. however , in order to reconcile that objective with the need to optimise the economic impact of the facility and its implementation , such national allocations should not be earmarked after 31 december 2024. thereafter , the remaining resources available for the grant component should be provided without any pre-allocated national share and on a competitive basis at union level , while ensuring predictability for investment and following a needs-based and regional convergence approach. ### (13) in order to ensure that all member states are granted the possibility to benefit from the grant component , a mechanism should be set up to establish earmarked national shares to be respected during a first stage , based on the distribution key proposed in the just transition fund regulation. however , in order to reconcile that objective with the need to optimise the economic impact of the facility and its implementation , such national allocations should not be earmarked after 31 december 2024. thereafter , the remaining resources available for the grant component should be provided without any pre-allocated national share and on a competitive basis at union level , while ensuring predictability for investment and following a needs-based and regional convergence approach , prioritising less developed regions which suffer from lower public investment capacity.


### (13) in order to ensure that all member states are granted the possibility to benefit from the grant component , a mechanism should be set up to establish earmarked national shares to be respected during a first stage , based on the distribution key proposed in the just transition fund regulation. however , in order to reconcile that objective with the need to optimise the economic impact of the facility and its implementation , such national allocations should not be earmarked after 31 december 2024. thereafter , the remaining resources available for the grant component should be provided without any pre-allocated national share and on a competitive basis at union level , while ensuring predictability for investment and following a needs-based and regional convergence approach. ### (13) in order to ensure that all member states are granted the possibility to benefit from the grant component to the highest level possible , and understanding that it is transition regions that might be mostly financially and socially hit by the transition , a mechanism should be set up to establish earmarked national shares to be respected during a first stage , based on the distribution key proposed in the just transition fund regulation. however , in order to reconcile that objective with the need to optimise the economic impact of the facility and its implementation , such national allocations should not be earmarked after 31 december 2024. thereafter , the remaining resources available for the grant component should be provided without any pre-allocated national share and on a competitive basis at union level , while ensuring predictability for investment and following a needs-based and regional convergence approach. an interim evaluation report should be published by 30 june 2024 to provide input into allocating the remaining resources.


### (14) specific eligibility conditions and award criteria should be set out in the work programme and the call for proposals. those eligibility conditions and award criteria should take into account the relevance of the project in the context of the development needs described in the territorial just transition plans , the overall objective of promoting regional and territorial convergence and the significance of the grant component for the viability of the project. union support established by this regulation should thus only be made available to member states with at least one territorial just transition plan adopted. the work programme and calls for proposals will also take into account the territorial just transition plans submitted by member states to ensure that coherence and consistency across the different pillars of the mechanism is ensured. ### (14) specific eligibility conditions and award criteria should be set out in the work programme and the call for proposals. those eligibility conditions and award criteria should take into account the relevance of the project in the context of the development needs described in the territorial just transition plans , the overall objective of promoting regional and territorial convergence and the significance of the grant component for the viability of the project , as well as the committment of the member states to the climate objectives forming part of the european green deal. union support established by this regulation should thus only be made available to member states with at least one territorial just transition plan adopted. the work programme and calls for proposals will also take into account the territorial just transition plans submitted by member states to ensure that coherence and consistency across the different pillars of the mechanism is ensured.


### (14) specific eligibility conditions and award criteria should be set out in the work programme and the call for proposals. those eligibility conditions and award criteria should take into account the relevance of the project in the context of the development needs described in the territorial just transition plans , the overall objective of promoting regional and territorial convergence and the significance of the grant component for the viability of the project. union support established by this regulation should thus only be made available to member states with at least one territorial just transition plan adopted. the work programme and calls for proposals will also take into account the territorial just transition plans submitted by member states to ensure that coherence and consistency across the different pillars of the mechanism is ensured. ### (14) specific eligibility conditions and award criteria should be set out in the work programme and the call for proposals. those eligibility conditions and award criteria should take into account the relevance of the project in the context of the development needs described in the territorial just transition plans , the overall objective of promoting regional and territorial convergence and the significance of the grant component for the viability of the project , the positive environmental impact of the project measured with the screening criteria as defined in the eu taxonomy established by regulation (eu) 2020/852. union support established by this regulation should thus only be made available to member states with at least one territorial just transition plan adopted. the work programme and calls for proposals will also take into account the territorial just transition plans submitted by member states to ensure that coherence and consistency across the different pillars of the mechanism is ensured.


### (14) specific eligibility conditions and award criteria should be set out in the work programme and the call for proposals. those eligibility conditions and award criteria should take into account the relevance of the project in the context of the development needs described in the territorial just transition plans , the overall objective of promoting regional and territorial convergence and the significance of the grant component for the viability of the project. union support established by this regulation should thus only be made available to member states with at least one territorial just transition plan adopted. the work programme and calls for proposals will also take into account the territorial just transition plans submitted by member states to ensure that coherence and consistency across the different pillars of the mechanism is ensured. ### (14) specific eligibility conditions and award criteria , which may include relevant criteria established by regulation (eu)… (regulation on establishment of a framework to facilitate sustainable investment) , should be set out in the work programme and the call for proposals. those eligibility conditions and award criteria should take into account the ability of the project to meet the objectives and development needs described in the territorial just transition plans , the contribution to ensuring the climate transition is achieved in a manner leaving no one behind , the overall objective of promoting regional and territorial convergence and the role of the grant component for the affordability of the project. union support established by this regulation should thus only be made available to member states with at least one territorial just transition plan adopted. the work programme and calls for proposals will also take into account the territorial just transition plans submitted by member states to ensure that coherence and consistency across the different pillars of the mechanism is ensured.


### (16) since the grant component should reflect the divergent development needs of regions across member states , such support should be modulated. taking into account that public sector entities in less developed regions , as defined in article 102(2) of regulation [new cpr] , generally experience lower public investment capacity , the grant rates applied to loans provided to such entities should be comparatively higher. ### (16) since the grant component should reflect the divergent development needs of regions across member states , and the committment of each member state to reducing greenhouse gases , such support should be modulated. taking into account that public sector entities in less developed regions , as defined in article 102(2) of regulation [new cpr] , generally experience lower public investment capacity , the grant rates applied to loans provided to such entities should be comparatively higher.


### (18) in order to speed up implementation and ensure that resources are used in a timely fashion , this regulation should lay down specific safeguards to be included in the grant agreements. in view of that objective , the commission , in line with the principle of proportionality , should be able to reduce or terminate any union support in case of serious lack of progress in the implementation of the project. the financial regulation lays down rules on the implementation of the union budget. in order to ensure coherence in the implementation of union funding programmes , the financial regulation should apply to the grant component and to resources for advisory support provided under this facility. ### (18) in order to speed up implementation and ensure that resources are used in a timely fashion , this regulation should lay down specific safeguards to be included in the grant agreements. in view of that objective , the commission , in line with the principle of proportionality , should be able to reduce or terminate any union support in case of serious lack of progress in the implementation of the project , or in case of a failure to comply with the established objectives with regard to emissions reductions. the financial regulation lays down rules on the implementation of the union budget. in order to ensure coherence in the implementation of union funding programmes , the financial regulation should apply to the grant component and to resources for advisory support provided under this facility.


### (21) in order to set out an appropriate financial framework for the grant component of this facility until 31 december 2024 , implementing powers should be conferred on the commission to set out the available national allocations expressed as shares of the overall financial envelope of the facility for each member state in accordance with the methodology set out in annex i of regulation [the jtf regulation]. the implementing powers should be conferred without comitology procedures given that the shares derive directly from the application of a pre-defined calculation methodology. ### (21) in order to set out an appropriate financial framework for the grant component of this facility until 31 december 2024 , implementing powers should be delegated to the commission to set out the available national allocations expressed as shares of the overall financial envelope of the facility for each member state.


### the facility shall provide support benefitting union territories facing serious social , environmental and economic challenges deriving from the transition process towards a climate-neutral economy of the union by 2050. ### the facility shall provide support benefitting union territories facing serious social , environmental and economic challenges deriving from the transition process towards a climate-neutral economy of the union by 2050 at the latest , and from the 2030 climate targets.


### the facility shall provide support benefitting union territories facing serious social , environmental and economic challenges deriving from the transition process towards a climate-neutral economy of the union by 2050. ### the facility shall provide support to people in union territories facing diverse serious social , environmental and economic challenges deriving from the transition process towards a climate-neutral , environmentally sustainable , energy and resource efficient and circular economy of the union by 2050 at the latest .


### the facility shall provide support benefitting union territories facing serious social , environmental and economic challenges deriving from the transition process towards a climate-neutral economy of the union by 2050. ### the facility shall provide support benefitting union territories facing serious social , environmental and economic challenges deriving from the transition process towards a climate-neutral economy of the union by 2050. only member states that are committed to achieving the eu 2050 climate neutrality target and adhere to the fundamental values of the union such as the rule of law may benefit from the facility.


### the facility shall provide support benefitting union territories facing serious social , environmental and economic challenges deriving from the transition process towards a climate-neutral economy of the union by 2050. ### the facility shall provide support benefitting union territories identified in the territorial just transition plans prepared by member states in accordance with article 7 of regulation[jtf regulation] , facing serious social , environmental and economic challenges deriving from the transition process towards a climate-neutral economy of the union by 2050.


### the facility shall provide support benefitting union territories facing serious social , environmental and economic challenges deriving from the transition process towards a climate-neutral economy of the union by 2050. ### the facility shall provide support benefitting union territories facing serious social , environmental , educational , technical , geographical and economic challenges deriving from the transition process towards a climate-neutral economy of the union by 2050.


### 5. 'territorial just transition plan' means a plan established in accordance with article 7 of regulation [jtf regulation] and approved by the commission; ### 5. 'territorial just transition plan' means a plan established in accordance with article 7 of regulation [jtf regulation] , prepared by relevant local and regional authorities and consulted with social partners , regional civil society and the private sector representatives , and approved by the commission;


### 1. the general objective of the facility is to address serious socio-economic challenges deriving from the transition process towards a climate-neutral economy for the benefit of the union territories identified in the territorial just transition plans prepared by the member states in accordance with article 7 of regulation [jtf regulation]. ### 1. the general objective of the facility is to address diverse serious social , environmental and economic challenges deriving from the transition process towards a climate-neutral , environmentally sustainable , energy and resource efficient and circular economy of the union by 2050 at the latest as laid down in [regulation (eu) 2020/xxx establishing the framework for achieving climate neutrality and amending regulation (eu) 2018/1999("european climate law")] , for the benefit of the union territories identified in the territorial just transition plans prepared by the member states in accordance with article 7 of regulation [jtf regulation].


### 1. the general objective of the facility is to address serious socio-economic challenges deriving from the transition process towards a climate-neutral economy for the benefit of the union territories identified in the territorial just transition plans prepared by the member states in accordance with article 7 of regulation [jtf regulation]. ### 1. the general objective of the facility is to address serious socio-economic challenges deriving from the transition process towards a climate-neutral economy for the benefit of the union territories identified in the territorial just transition plans prepared by the member states in accordance with article 7 of regulation [jtf regulation] in line with paris agreement objectives and ensuring that the transition reduces inequalities , creates a net employment effect with new high quality jobs , and is fair and socially acceptable for all.


### 2. the facility shall have the specific objective of increasing public sector investments , which address the development needs of regions identified in the territorial just transition plans , by facilitating the financing of projects that do not generate a sufficient stream of own revenues and would not be financed without the element of grant support from the union budget. ### 2. the facility shall have the specific objective of increasing public sector investments , which address the development needs of regions identified in the territorial just transition plans , by facilitating the financing of environmentally sustainable projects that do not generate a sufficient stream of own revenues and would not be financed without the element of grant support from the union budget.


### 2. the facility shall have the specific objective of increasing public sector investments , which address the development needs of regions identified in the territorial just transition plans , by facilitating the financing of projects that do not generate a sufficient stream of own revenues and would not be financed without the element of grant support from the union budget. ### 2. the facility shall have the specific objective of increasing public sector investments , which address the development needs of regions identified in the territorial just transition plans , by facilitating the financing of projects that are consistent with the union policies , in line with the paris agreement and its commitment to achieve climate neutrality by 2050 at the latest , that do not generate a sufficient stream of own revenues and would not be financed without the element of grant support from the union budget.


### 3. in pursuing the achievement of the specific objective referred to in paragraph 2 , this regulation also aims at providing advisory support for the preparation , development , and implementation of eligible projects where necessary. that advisory support shall be provided in accordance with the rules and implementation methods for the investeu advisory hub established by article [20] of regulation [investeu regulation]. ### 3. in pursuing the achievement of the specific objectives referred to in paragraphs 2 and 2 a , this regulation also aims at providing advisory support for the preparation , development , and implementation of eligible projects where necessary. that advisory support shall be provided in accordance with the rules and implementation methods for the investeu advisory hub established by article [20] of regulation [investeu regulation].


### 3. for grants awarded pursuant to calls for proposals launched as from 1 january 2025 , union support awarded to eligible projects shall be provided without any pre-allocated national share and on a competitive basis at union level until exhaustion of remaining resources. the award of such grants shall take into account the need to ensure predictability of investment and the promotion of regional convergence. ### 3. for grants awarded pursuant to calls for proposals launched as from 1 january 2025 , union support awarded to eligible projects shall be provided without any pre-allocated national share and on a competitive basis at union level until exhaustion of remaining resources. the award of such grants shall take into account the need to ensure predictability of investment and the promotion of regional convergence , priority being given to territories belonging to less developed regions.


### 4. the commission shall adopt a decision by means of an implementing act setting out the respective shares for each member state resulting from the application of the methodology set out in annex i of regulation [jtf regulation] in the form of percentages of the total available resources. ### 4. the commission shall adopt a decision by means of a delegated act setting out the respective shares for each member state resulting from the application of the methodology set out in annex i of regulation [jtf regulation] in the form of percentages of the total available resources.


### 4. the commission shall adopt a decision by means of an implementing act setting out the respective shares for each member state resulting from the application of the methodology set out in annex i of regulation [jtf regulation] in the form of percentages of the total available resources. ### 4. the commission shall adopt a decision by means of a delegated act in accordance with article 17 setting out the respective shares for each member state resulting from the application of the methodology set out in annex i of regulation [jtf regulation] in the form of percentages of the total available resources.


### the projects achieve measurable impact in addressing serious social , economic or environmental challenges deriving from the transition process towards a climate-neutral economy and benefit territories identified in a territorial just transition plan , even if they are not located in those territories; ### the projects achieve measurable impact in addressing serious social , economic , demographic or environmental challenges deriving from the transition process towards a climate-neutral economy and benefit territories identified in a territorial just transition plan , even if they are not located in those territories;


### the projects achieve measurable impact in addressing serious social , economic or environmental challenges deriving from the transition process towards a climate-neutral economy and benefit territories identified in a territorial just transition plan , even if they are not located in those territories; ### the projects achieve measurable impact in addressing serious social , economic or environmental challenges deriving from the transition process towards a a climate-neutral , environmentally sustainable , energy and resource efficient and circular economy of the union by 2050 at the latest as laid down in [regulation (eu) 2020/xxx establishing the framework for achieving climate neutrality and amending regulation (eu) 2018/1999("european climate law")] , and benefit territories identified in a territorial just transition plan , even if they are not located in those territories;


### the projects achieve measurable impact in addressing serious social , economic or environmental challenges deriving from the transition process towards a climate-neutral economy and benefit territories identified in a territorial just transition plan , even if they are not located in those territories; ### the projects achieve measurable impact in addressing serious social , economic or environmental challenges deriving from the transition process towards a climate-neutral economy ensuring that the climate transition is achieved in a just manner leaving no one behind and benefit territories identified in a territorial just transition plan , even if they are not located in those territories;


### the projects achieve measurable impact in addressing serious social , economic or environmental challenges deriving from the transition process towards a climate-neutral economy and benefit territories identified in a territorial just transition plan , even if they are not located in those territories; ### the projects achieve measurable impact in addressing serious social , economic , geographical , environmental , educational or technical challenges deriving from the transition process towards a climate-neutral economy and benefit territories identified in a territorial just transition plan , even if they are not located in those territories;


### 2. the amount of the grant shall not exceed 15% of the amount of the loan provided by the finance partner under this facility. for projects located in territories in nuts level 2 regions with a gdp per capita not exceeding 75% of the average gdp of the eu-27 as referred to in article [102(2)] of regulation [new cpr] , the amount of the grant shall not exceed 20% of the amount of the loan provided by the finance partner. ### 2. the amount of the grant shall not exceed 15% of the amount of the loan provided by the finance partner under this facility. for projects located in territories in nuts level 2 regions with a gdp per capita not exceeding 75% of the average gdp of the eu-27 as referred to in article [102(2)] of regulation [new cpr] , the amount of the grant shall not exceed 30% of the amount of the loan provided by the finance partner.


### 1. in addition to the grounds specified in article 131(4) of the financial regulation and after consulting the finance partner , the amount of the grant may be reduced or the grant agreement may be terminated , if within two years from the date of signature of the grant agreement , the economically most significant supply , works or services contract has not been signed , in cases where the conclusion of such contract is envisaged pursuant to the grant agreement. ### 1. in addition to the grounds specified in article 131(4) of the financial regulation and after consulting the finance partner , the amount of the grant shall be reduced or the grant agreement may be terminated , if within two years from the date of signature of the grant agreement , the economically most significant supply , works or services contract has not been signed , in cases where the conclusion of such contract is envisaged pursuant to the grant agreement.


### the facility shall be implemented by work programmes established in accordance with article 110 of the financial regulation. the work programmes shall set out the national shares of resources , including any additional resources , for each member state in accordance with articles 4(1) and 6(2) of this regulation. ### the facility shall be implemented by work programmes established in accordance with article 110 of the financial regulation. the commission shall adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 17 in order to establish work programmes the work programmes shall specify the criteria and conditions for the selection and for the prioritisation of projects , taking into account the relevant screening criteria laid down by regulation (eu) 2020/852 , the project’s ability to meet the objectives and needs identified in the territorial just transition plans , the contribution to the transition towards a climate-neutral , environmentally sustainable , energy and resource efficient and circular economy of the union by 2050 at the latest , the overall objective of promoting regional and territorial convergence and the grant’s contribution to the viability of projects. the work programmes shall set out the national shares of resources , including any additional resources , for each member state in accordance with articles 4(1) and 6(2) of this regulation.


### the facility shall be implemented by work programmes established in accordance with article 110 of the financial regulation. the work programmes shall set out the national shares of resources , including any additional resources , for each member state in accordance with articles 4(1) and 6(2) of this regulation. ### the facility shall be implemented by work programmes established in accordance with article 110 of the financial regulation. the work programmes shall specify the eligibility conditions and award criteria for the selection. such award criteria may include relevant criteria out of those laid down in regulation (eu)... (regulation on the establishment of a framework to facilitate sustainable investment) , the project's ability to meet the objectives and needs identified in the territorial just transition plans , the contribution to ensuring that the climate transition is achieved in a just manner leaving no one behind , the overall objective of promoting regional and territorial convergence and the grant's contribution to the affordability of projects. the commission shall ensure that gender equality and the integration of gender perspective are taken into account and promoted in the work programme. the work programmes shall set out the national shares of resources , including any additional resources , for each member state in accordance with articles 4(1) and 6(2) of this regulation.


### evaluation ### evaluation and review


### 2. the interim evaluation of the facility shall be performed by 30 june 2025 , when sufficient information is expected to be available about the implementation of the facility. the evaluation shall in particular demonstrate how the union support provided under the facility shall have contributed in addressing the needs of territories implementing the territorial just transition plans. ### 2. the interim evaluation of the facility shall be performed by 30 june 2025 , when sufficient information is expected to be available about the implementation of the facility. the evaluation shall in particular demonstrate how the union support provided under the facility shall have contributed in addressing the needs of territories implementing the territorial just transition plans and show whether , on the basis of information pertaining to the impact on the union's climate objectives and the objectives pursued by the european green deal , the union support has contributed to reducing emissions.


### 2. the interim evaluation of the facility shall be performed by 30 june 2025 , when sufficient information is expected to be available about the implementation of the facility. the evaluation shall in particular demonstrate how the union support provided under the facility shall have contributed in addressing the needs of territories implementing the territorial just transition plans. ### 2. the interim evaluation of the facility shall be performed by 30 june 2024 , when sufficient information is expected to be available about the implementation of the facility. the evaluation shall in particular demonstrate how the union support provided under the facility shall have contributed in addressing the needs of territories implementing the territorial just transition plans.


### 3. at the end of the implementation period and no later than 31 december 2031 , a final evaluation report on the results and long-term impact of the facility shall be established. ### 3. at the end of the implementation period and no later than 31 december 2031 , a final evaluation report on the results and long-term impact of the facility shall be submitted to the european parliament and to the council to ascertain whether the financed projects have contributed to addressing the economic , social , demographic and environmental challenges in the regions in which they have been carried out.


### 3. at the end of the implementation period and no later than 31 december 2031 , a final evaluation report on the results and long-term impact of the facility shall be established. ### 3. at the end of the implementation period and no later than 31 december 2031 , a final evaluation report on the results and long-term impact of the facility shall be established and submitted by the commission to the parliament and the council. the beneficiaries and the finance partners shall contribute to such evaluation by providing the commission all relevant information necessary to enable it to perform that evaluation.


### 1. the beneficiaries and the finance partners shall ensure the visibility of the union support provided under the facility , in particular when promoting the projects and their results , by providing targeted information to multiple audiences , including the media and the public. ### 1. the beneficiaries and the finance partners shall ensure , to the highest possible level , the visibility and details of the union support provided under the facility , in particular when promoting the projects and their results , by providing targeted information to multiple audiences , including the public and privately-owned media , the social partners and the public.


### assigned revenue as referred to in paragraph 2 up to a maximum amount of eur 1 275 000 000 in current prices. ### assigned revenue as referred to in paragraph 2 up to a maximum amount of eur 2 170 000 000 in current prices.


### assigned revenue as referred to in paragraph 2 up to a maximum amount of eur 1 275 000 000 in current prices. ### assigned revenue as referred to in paragraph 2 up to a maximum amount of eur 2 550 000 000 in current prices.


### 7. greenhouse gas emission reduced ### 7. greenhouse gas emission reduced , where relevant for calculation


### 2. the resources referred to in paragraph 1(b) shall be provided by repayments stemming from financial instruments established under the programmes listed in annex i to this regulation up to a maximum amount of eur 275 000 000 and from the surplus of the provisioning for the eu guarantee established by the efsi regulation up to a maximum amount of eur 1 000 000 000. ### 2. the resources referred to in paragraph 1(b) shall be provided by repayments stemming from financial instruments established under the programmes listed in annex i to this regulation up to a maximum amount of eur 1 000 000 000 and from the surplus of the provisioning for the eu guarantee established by the efsi regulation up to a maximum amount of eur 1 700 000 000.


### 2. the resources referred to in paragraph 1(b) shall be provided by repayments stemming from financial instruments established under the programmes listed in annex i to this regulation up to a maximum amount of eur 275 000 000 and from the surplus of the provisioning for the eu guarantee established by the efsi regulation up to a maximum amount of eur 1 000 000 000. ### 2. the resources referred to in paragraph 1(b) shall be provided by repayments stemming from financial instruments established under the programmes listed in annex i to this regulation up to a maximum amount of eur 550 000 000 and from the surplus of the provisioning for the eu guarantee established by the efsi regulation up to a maximum amount of eur 2 000 000 000.


### in such cases and after consulting the finance partner , the amount of the grant may be reduced or the grant agreement may be terminated , and any related amounts paid may be recovered , in accordance with the conditions set out in the grant agreement. ### in such cases and after consulting the finance partner , the amount of the grant shall be reduced or the grant agreement may be terminated , and any related amounts paid may be recovered , in accordance with the conditions set out in the grant agreement.


### (8) to maintain the availability of the fund for natural disasters , its original purpose , a budgetary ceiling for support related to the withdrawal of the united kingdom from the union without an agreement should be established. ### (8) considering that a reasonable budget needs to be provided in order to maintain the availability of the european union solidarity fund for natural disasters , other additional means need to be made available to member states and regions to help them limit the impact of a potential withdrawal of the united kingdom from the union without an agreement , for example by way of the egf or other ad hoc financial instruments.


### (2) the available appropriations for this goal shall be limited to half of the maximum available amount for the fund intervention for the years 2019 and 2020. ### (2) the available appropriations for this goal shall be limited to 30 % of the maximum available amount for the fund intervention for the years 2019 and 2020.


### 3. emphasises that the challenges border regions face vary from one region to the next depending on the legal , administrative , economic and geographical circumstances pertaining in the region concerned; calls for bespoke approaches to be taken , to a certain extent , that are integrated and region-specific; ### 3. emphasises that the challenges border regions face vary from one region to the next depending on the legal , administrative , economic , demographic and geographical circumstances pertaining in the region concerned; emphasises the need for an effective use and greater coordination of eu funds to ensure a more comprehensive approach to before mentioned challenges; calls for bespoke approaches to be taken , to a certain extent , that are integrated and region-specific;


### 17. points out that there is already an important eu legal framework – including in particular the birds , habitats and water framework directives – that must be fully , systematically and jointly implemented by the member states in cross-border regions; points out that nature , the climate , natural disasters and diseases do not stop at national borders; ### 17. points out that there is already an important eu legal framework – including in particular the birds , habitats and water framework directives , as well as the eu’s biodiversity strategy for 2030 – that must be fully , systematically and jointly implemented by the member states in cross-border regions; points out that nature , the climate , natural disasters and diseases do not stop at national borders and calls for coordinated and coherent protection of natura 2000 sites to ensure more integrated implementation measures;


### 18. notes that border regions reap too few benefits from the deployment of renewable energy and energy efficiency measures; ### 18. notes that border regions reap too few benefits from the deployment of renewable energy and energy efficiency measures and underlinesthe need to build on regulatory advances; highlights the potential of the european cross-border mechanism in this context;


### 19. emphasises that cooperation among neighbouring member states will be a central element in achieving the objectives of the european green deal; ### 19. emphasises that cooperation among neighbouring member states will be a central element in achieving the objectives of the european green deal and calls on the member states to make the most of existing opportunities for cooperation under the applicable eu legal framework;


### (40) in order to ensure synchronisation with the timeline for the adoption of the statement of estimates , the working document on the building policy of the commission should be attached to the draft budget. ### (40) in order to ensure synchronisation with the timeline for the adoption of the statement of estimates , the working document on the building policies of all union institutions , bodies and agencies should be attached to the draft budget.


### (254) in its communication on the european green deal , the commission encourages the renovation of buildings in order to reduce their emissions and make them more energy efficient. taking into account the rapid evolution of the market for energy efficient buildings , there is an acute need for the union institutions to incorporate the green deal commitments in their own building policy and to renovate their buildings. in addition , the recent development of working methods accelerated by the covid-19 pandemic requires adapting the institutions’ office stock in order to develop a dynamic office policy. as a consequence , financing of structural renovations by loans should be allowed. the interpretation of the concept of new building projects should be broadened and , in particular , include any project concerning structural renovation. ### (254) in its communication on the european green deal , the commission encourages the renovation of buildings in order to reduce their emissions and make them more energy efficient. taking into account the rapid evolution of the market for energy efficient buildings , there is an acute need for the union institutions to incorporate the green deal commitments in their own building policy and to prioritize the most energy efficient investments , besides the security and safety required ones , to renovate their buildings. in addition , the recent development of working methods accelerated by the covid-19 pandemic requires adapting the institutions’ office stock in order to develop a dynamic office policy. as a consequence , financing of structural renovation energy efficiency upgrades by loans should be allowed. the interpretation of the concept of new building projects should be broadened and , in particular , include any project concerning structural renovation energy efficiency upgrades.


### 6 respect for budgetary principles and general regime of conditionality for the protection of the union budget ### 6 respect for budgetary principles and general regime of conditionality for the protection of the union budget and respect for eu values and fundamental rights


### 2. the union and the union bodies referred to in articles 70 and 71 shall not raise loans within the framework of the budget. ### deleted


### where disclosure risks threatening the rights and freedoms of the persons or entities concerned as protected by the charter of fundamental rights of the european union or harming the commercial interests of the recipients; ### where disclosure risks threatening the rights and freedoms of the persons or entities concerned as protected by the charter of fundamental rights of the european union;


### as regards appropriations for administration , a working document presenting administrative expenditure to be implemented by the commission under its section of the budget and a working document on the commission’s building policy as referred to in article 271(1) ; ### as regards appropriations for administration , a working document presenting administrative expenditure to be implemented by the commission under its section of the budget and a working document on union institutions' , bodies' and agencies' building policy as referred to in article 271(1) ;


### (iii) been discovered by an authorising officer , olaf or the court of auditors following checks , audits or investigations; ### (iii) been discovered by an authorising officer , olaf , the court of auditors or the eppo following checks , audits or investigations;


### it has been established by a final judgment or final administrative decision that the person or entity has created an entity in a different jurisdiction with the intent to circumvent fiscal , social or any other legal obligations in the jurisdiction of its registered office , central administration or principal place of business; ### it has been established by a final judgment or final administrative decision that the person or entity has created an entity in a different jurisdiction with the intent to circumvent fiscal , social or any other legal obligations including those related to working rights , employment and labour conditions , in the jurisdiction of its registered office , central administration or principal place of business;


### 5. the value of the contract shall be below the thresholds referred to in article 179(1). this value may be exceeded only exceptionally and in duly justified cases , in order to allow the union institutions to compete on equal footing with other actors in the market. ### 5. the value of the contract shall be below the thresholds referred to in article 179(1). this value may be exceeded by up to 100 % only exceptionally and in duly justified cases , in order to allow the union institutions to compete on equal footing with other actors in the market.


### for each building , the expenditure and surface area covered by the appropriations of the corresponding budget lines. the expenditure shall include the costs of the fitting-out of buildings but not the other charges; ### for each building , the expenditure and surface area , broken down by offices purpose and other purposes , covered by the appropriations of the corresponding budget lines. the expenditure shall include the costs of the fitting-out of buildings but not the other charges;


### the expected evolution of the global programming of surface area and locations for the coming years with a description of the building projects in planning phase which are already identified; ### the expected evolution of the global programming of surface area and locations for the coming years with a description of the building projects in planning phase which are already identified as well as the foreseeable evolutions of the surrounding real estate market that may impact the initially expected cost , the security conditions or the perspective of the widening of the scale of the building project;


### 2. for any building project likely to have significant financial implications for the budget , the union institution concerned shall inform the european parliament and the council as early as possible , and in any case before any prospecting of the local market takes place , in the case of building contracts , or before invitations to tender are issued , in the case of building works , about the building surface area required and the provisional planning. ### 2. for any building project likely to have significant financial implications for the budget , the union institution concerned shall inform the european parliament and the council as early as possible , and in any case before any prospecting of the local market takes place , in the case of building contracts , or before invitations to tender are issued , in the case of building works , about the building surface area required , the demonstrated reasons underlying this requirement and the provisional planning.


### for any building project likely to have significant financial implications for the budget , the union institution concerned shall present the building project , in particular its detailed estimated costs and its financing including any possible use of internal assigned revenue referred to in point (e) of article 21(3) , as well as a list of draft contracts intended to be used , to the european parliament and to the council and shall request their approval before contracts are concluded. at the request of the union institution concerned , documents submitted relating to the building project shall be treated confidentially. ### for any building project likely to have significant financial implications for the budget , the union institution concerned shall present the building project , in particular the demonstrated reasons underlying the need for the building , its detailed estimated costs , specifying those relating to the security and energy effieciency needed upgrades and its financing including any possible use of internal assigned revenue referred to in point (e) of article 21(3) , as well as a list of draft contracts intended to be used , to the european parliament and to the council and shall request their approval before contracts are concluded. at the request of the union institution concerned , for security related reasons only documents submitted relating to the building project shall be treated confidentially.


### the acquisition , sale , structural renovation , construction of buildings or any project combining those elements to be implemented in the same timeframe , exceeding eur 3 000 000; ### the acquisition , sale , structural renovation , energy efficiency upgrades , construction of buildings or any project combining those elements to be implemented in the same timeframe , exceeding eur 3 000 000;