LegalizeCommission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2021/2139 of 4 June 2021 supplementing Regulation (EU) 2020/852 of the European Parliament and of the Council by establishing the technical screening criteria for determining the conditions under which an economic activity qualifies as contributing substantially to climate change mitigation or climate change adaptation and for determining whether that economic activity causes no significant harm to any of the other environmental objectives (Text with EEA relevance)
| Substantial contribution to climate change mitigation | Substantial contribution to climate change mitigation |
| The activity complies with one or more of the following criteria: (a) the vessels have zero direct (tailpipe) CO2 emissions; (b) where technologically and economically not feasible to comply with the criterion in point (a), until 31 December 2025, hybrid and dual fuel vessels derive at least 25 % of their energy from zero direct (tailpipe) CO2 emission fuels or plug-in power for their normal operation at sea and in ports; (c) where technologically and economically not feasible to comply with the criterion in point (a), until 31 December 2025, the vessels have an attained Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) [^E0287] value 10 % below the EEDI requirements applicable on 1 April 2022 [^E0288], if the vessels are able to run on zero direct (tailpipe) emission fuels or on fuels from renewable sources [^E0289]; (d) where technologically and economically not feasible to comply with point (a), from 1 January 2026, the vessels that are able to run on zero direct (tailpipe) emission fuels or on fuels from renewable sources [^E0289] have an attained Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) value equivalent to reducing the EEDI reference line by at least 20 percentage points below the EEDI requirements applicable on 1 April 2022 [^E0294], and: (a) are able to plug-in at berth; (b) for gas-fuelled ships, demonstrate the use of state-of-the-art measures and technologies to mitigate methane slippage emissions. (e) where technologically and economically not feasible to comply with point (a), from 1 January 2026, in addition to an attained Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI) value equivalent to reducing the EEDI reference line by at least 10 percentage points below the EEXI requirements applicable on 1 January 2023 [^E0295], the yearly average greenhouse gas intensity of the energy used on-board by a ship during a reporting period [^E0296] does not exceed the following limits: (a) 76,4 g CO2e/MJ from 1 January 2026 until 31 December 2029; (b) 61,1 g CO2e/MJ from 1 January 2030 until 31 December 2034; (c) 45,8 g CO2e/MJ from 1 January 2035 until 31 December 2039; (d) 30,6 g CO2e/MJ from 1 January 2040 until 31 December 2044; (e) 15,3 g CO2e/MJ from 1 January 2045. | The activity complies with one or more of the following criteria: (a) the vessels have zero direct (tailpipe) CO2 emissions; (b) where technologically and economically not feasible to comply with the criterion in point (a), until 31 December 2025, hybrid and dual fuel vessels derive at least 25 % of their energy from zero direct (tailpipe) CO2 emission fuels or plug-in power for their normal operation at sea and in ports; (c) where technologically and economically not feasible to comply with the criterion in point (a), until 31 December 2025, the vessels have an attained Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) [^E0287] value 10 % below the EEDI requirements applicable on 1 April 2022 [^E0288], if the vessels are able to run on zero direct (tailpipe) emission fuels or on fuels from renewable sources [^E0289]; (d) where technologically and economically not feasible to comply with point (a), from 1 January 2026, the vessels that are able to run on zero direct (tailpipe) emission fuels or on fuels from renewable sources [^E0289] have an attained Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) value equivalent to reducing the EEDI reference line by at least 20 percentage points below the EEDI requirements applicable on 1 April 2022 [^E0294], and: (a) are able to plug-in at berth; (b) for gas-fuelled ships, demonstrate the use of state-of-the-art measures and technologies to mitigate methane slippage emissions. (e) where technologically and economically not feasible to comply with point (a), from 1 January 2026, in addition to an attained Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI) value equivalent to reducing the EEDI reference line by at least 10 percentage points below the EEXI requirements applicable on 1 January 2023 [^E0295], the yearly average greenhouse gas intensity of the energy used on-board by a ship during a reporting period [^E0296] does not exceed the following limits: (a) 76,4 g CO2e/MJ from 1 January 2026 until 31 December 2029; (b) 61,1 g CO2e/MJ from 1 January 2030 until 31 December 2034; (c) 45,8 g CO2e/MJ from 1 January 2035 until 31 December 2039; (d) 30,6 g CO2e/MJ from 1 January 2040 until 31 December 2044; (e) 15,3 g CO2e/MJ from 1 January 2045. |
| Do no significant harm (‘DNSH’) | Do no significant harm (‘DNSH’) |
| (2) Climate change adaptation | The activity complies with the criteria set out in Appendix A to this Annex. |
| (3) Sustainable use and protection of water and marine resources | The activity complies with the criteria set out in Appendix B to this Annex. |
| (4) Transition to a circular economy | Measures are in place to manage and recycle waste at the end-of life, including through decommissioning contractual agreements with recycling service providers, reflection in financial projections or official project documentation. These measures ensure that components and materials are segregated and treated to maximise recycling and reuse in accordance with the waste hierarchy, EU waste regulation principles and applicable regulations, in particular through the reuse and recycling of batteries and electronics and the critical raw materials therein. These measures also include the control and management of hazardous materials. Measures are in place to prevent the generation of waste in the use phase (maintenance, operation of transport services with regards to catering waste) and to manage any remaining waste in accordance with the waste hierarchy. For existing ships above 500 gross tonnage and the new-built ones replacing them, the activity complies with the requirements of Regulation (EU) No 1257/2013. The scrap ships are recycled in facilities included on the European List of ship recycling facilities as laid down in Commission Implementing Decision 2016/2323. The activity complies with Directive (EU) 2019/883 as regards the protection of the marine environment against the negative effects from discharges of waste from ships. The ship is operated in accordance with Annex V to the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships of 2 November 1973 (the IMO MARPOL Convention), in particular to produce reduced quantities of waste and to reduce legal discharges, by managing its waste in a sustainable and environmentally sound manner. |
| (5) Pollution prevention and control | As regards the reduction of sulphur oxides emissions and particulate matters, vessels comply with Directive (EU) 2016/802, and with Regulation 14 of Annex VI to the IMO MARPOL Convention. Sulphur in fuel content does not exceed 0,50 % in mass (the global sulphur limit) and 0,10 % in mass in emission control area (ECA) for sulphur oxides designated in the North and Baltic Seas as well as in the Mediterranean Sea (as of 2025) by the IMO [^E0290]. As regards nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions, vessels comply with Regulation 13 of Annex VI to IMO MARPOL Convention. Tier II NOx requirement applies to ships constructed after 2011. Only while operating in NOx emission control areas established under IMO rules, ships constructed after 1 January 2016 comply with stricter engine requirements (Tier III) reducing NOx emissions [^E0291]. Discharges of black and grey water comply with Annex IV to the IMO MARPOL Convention. Measures are in place to minimise toxicity of anti-fouling paint and biocides as laid down in Regulation (EU) No 528/2012. |
| (6) Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems | Releases of ballast water containing non-indigenous species are prevented in line with the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediments (BWM). Measures are in place to prevent the introduction of non-indigenous species by biofouling of hull and niche areas of ships taking into account the IMO Biofouling Guidelines [^E0292]. Noise and vibrations are limited by using noise reducing propellers, hull design or on-board machinery in line with the guidance given in the IMO Guidelines for the Reduction of Underwater Noise [^E0293]. In the Union, the activity does not hamper the achievement of good environmental status, as set out in Directive 2008/56/EC, requiring that the appropriate measures are taken to prevent or mitigate impacts in relation to that Directive’s Descriptors 1 (biodiversity), 2 (non-indigenous species), 6 (seabed integrity), 8 (contaminants), 10 (marine litter), 11 (Noise/Energy) and as set out in Decision (EU) 2017/848 in relation to the relevant criteria and methodological standards for those descriptors, as applicable. |
[^E0287]: (1)
Energy Efficiency Design Index (version of 4.6.2021: http://www.imo.org/fr/MediaCentre/HotTopics/GHG/Pages/EEDI.aspx).
[^E0288]: (2)
EEDI requirements as agreed by the Marine Environment Protection Committee of the International Maritime Organization on its seventy-fifth session. Vessels that fall into the ship types set out in MARPOL Annex VI Regulation 2 but are not considered as new ship under that regulation may provide attained EEDI value calculated on a voluntary basis in line with MARPOL Annex VI Chapter 4 and have those calculations verified in line with MARPOL Annex VI Chapter 2.
Fuels that meet the technical screening criteria specified in sections 3.10 and 4.13 of this Annex.
As regards the extension of the requirements applying in Emission Control Area to other Union seas, countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea are discussing the creation of relevant ECA under the legal framework of the Barcelona Convention.
In Union seas, the requirement is applicable as of 2021 in the Baltic and North Seas.
[^E0292]: (6)
IMO Guidelines for the control and management of ships' biofouling to minimize the transfer of invasive aquatic species resolution MEPC.207(62).
IMO Guidelines for the Reduction of Underwater Noise from Commercial Shipping to Address Adverse Impacts on Marine Life, (MEPC.1/Circ.833).
EEDI requirements defined as a percentage reduction factor, to be applied to the EEDI reference value, as agreed by the Marine Environment Protection Committee of the International Maritime Organization on its seventy-fifth session. The defined percentage points in the technical screening criteria for EEDI shall be added to EEDI percentage reduction factor.
EEXI requirements defined as a percentage reduction factor, to be applied to the EEDI reference value, as agreed by the Marine Environment Protection Committee of the International Maritime Organization on its seventy-sixth session. The defined percentage points in the Taxonomy technical screening criteria for EEXI must be added to EEXI percentage reduction factor. (Attained Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI), mandatory from 1 January 2023 for all ships in maritime freight/passenger transport, to measure their energy efficiency and to initiate the collection of data for the reporting of their annual operational carbon intensity indicator (CII) and CII rating. (version of 27.6.2023: https://www.imo.org/en/MediaCentre/HotTopics/Pages/EEXI-CII-FAQ.aspx).
The greenhouse gas intensity of the energy used on-board by a ship is verified by an independent third party and calculated as the amount of greenhouse gas emissions per unit of energy according to the methodology and default values specified in a Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council on the use of renewable and low-carbon fuels in maritime transport and amending Directive 2009/16/EC.
6.12. Retrofitting of sea and coastal freight and passenger water transport
Description of the activity
Retrofit and upgrade of vessels designed and equipped for the transport of freight or passengers on sea or coastal waters, and of vessels required for port operations and auxiliary activities, such as tugboats, mooring vessels, pilot vessels, salvage vessels and ice-breakers.
The economic activities in this category could be associated with NACE codes H50.10, H50.2, H52.22, C33.15, N77.21 and N.77.34 in accordance with the statistical classification of economic activities established by Regulation (EC) No 1893/2006.
An economic activity in this category is a transitional activity as referred to in Article 10(2) of Regulation (EU) 2020/852 where it complies with the technical screening criteria set out in this Section.
Technical screening criteria
| Substantial contribution to climate change mitigation | Substantial contribution to climate change mitigation |
| 1. The activity complies with one or more of the following criteria: (a) the retrofitting activity reduces fuel consumption of the vessel by at least 15 % expressed in grams of fuel per deadweight tons per nautical mile for freight vessels, or per gross tonnage per nautical mile for passenger vessels, as demonstrated by computational fluid dynamics (CFD), tank tests or similar engineering calculations; (b) enables the vessels to attain Energy Efficiency Existing Ships Index (EEXI) value at least 10 % below the EEXI requirements applicable on 1 January 2023 and if the vessels are able to run on zero direct (tailpipe) emission fuels or on fuels from renewable sources [^E0301], and have the ability to plug-in at berth and are equipped with plug-in power technology. 2. Vessels are not dedicated to the transport of fossil fuels. | 1. The activity complies with one or more of the following criteria: (a) the retrofitting activity reduces fuel consumption of the vessel by at least 15 % expressed in grams of fuel per deadweight tons per nautical mile for freight vessels, or per gross tonnage per nautical mile for passenger vessels, as demonstrated by computational fluid dynamics (CFD), tank tests or similar engineering calculations; (b) enables the vessels to attain Energy Efficiency Existing Ships Index (EEXI) value at least 10 % below the EEXI requirements applicable on 1 January 2023 and if the vessels are able to run on zero direct (tailpipe) emission fuels or on fuels from renewable sources [^E0301], and have the ability to plug-in at berth and are equipped with plug-in power technology. 2. Vessels are not dedicated to the transport of fossil fuels. |
| Do no significant harm (‘DNSH’) | Do no significant harm (‘DNSH’) |
| (2) Climate change adaptation | The activity complies with the criteria set out in Appendix A to this Annex. |
| (3) Sustainable use and protection of water and marine resources | The activity complies with the criteria set out in Appendix B to this Annex. |
| (4) Transition to a circular economy | Measures are in place to manage and recycle waste at the end-of life, including through decommissioning contractual agreements with recycling service providers, reflection in financial projections or official project documentation. These measures ensure that components and materials are segregated and treated to maximise recycling and reuse in accordance with the waste hierarchy, EU waste regulation principles and applicable regulations, in particular through the reuse and recycling of batteries and electronics and the critical raw materials therein. These measures also include the control and management of hazardous materials. For existing ships above 500 gross tonnage and the new-built ones replacing them, the activity complies with the requirements of Regulation (EU) No 1257/2013. The scrap ships are recycled in facilities included on the European List of ship recycling facilities as laid down in Commission Implementing Decision 2016/2323. The activity complies with Directive (EU) 2019/883 as regards the protection of the marine environment against the negative effects from discharges of waste from ships. The ship is operated in accordance with Annex V to the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships of 2 November 1973 (the IMO MARPOL Convention), in particular to produce reduced quantities of waste and to reduce legal discharges, by managing its waste in a sustainable and environmentally sound manner. |
| (5) Pollution prevention and control | The activity complies with the criteria set out in Appendix C to this Annex. As regards the reduction of sulphur oxides emissions and particulate matters, vessels comply with Directive (EU) 2016/802, and with Regulation 14 of Annex VI to the IMO MARPOL Convention. Sulphur in fuel content does not exceed 0,50 % in mass (the global sulphur limit) and 0,10 % in mass in emission control area (ECA) for sulphur oxides designated in the North and Baltic Seas as well as in the Mediterranean Sea (as of 2025) by the IMO [^E0297]. As regards nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions, vessels comply with Regulation 13 of Annex VI to IMO MARPOL Convention. Tier II NOx requirement applies to ships constructed after 2011. Only while operating in NOx emission control areas established under IMO rules, ships constructed after 1 January 2016 comply with stricter engine requirements (Tier III) reducing NOx emissions [^E0298]. Discharges of black and grey water comply with Annex IV to the IMO MARPOL Convention. Measures are in place to minimise toxicity of anti-fouling paint and biocides as laid down in Regulation (EU) No 528/2012. |
| (6) Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems | Releases of ballast water containing non-indigenous species are prevented in line with the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediments (BWM). Measures are in place to prevent the introduction of non-indigenous species by biofouling of hull and niche areas of ships taking into account the IMO Biofouling Guidelines [^E0299]. Noise and vibrations are limited by using noise reducing propellers, hull design or on-board machinery in line with the guidance given in the IMO Guidelines for the Reduction of Underwater Noise [^E0300]. In the Union, the activity does not hamper the achievement of good environmental status, as set out in Directive 2008/56/EC, requiring that the appropriate measures are taken to prevent or mitigate impacts in relation to that Directive’s Descriptors 1 (biodiversity), 2 (non-indigenous species), 6 (seabed integrity), 8 (contaminants), 10 (marine litter), 11 (Noise/Energy) and as set out in Decision (EU) 2017/848 in relation to the relevant criteria and methodological standards for those descriptors, as applicable. |
[^E0297]: (1)
As regards the extension of the requirements applying in Emission Control Area to other Union seas, countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea are discussing the creation of relevant ECA under the legal framework of the Barcelona Convention.
In Union seas, the requirement is applicable as of 2021 in the Baltic and North Seas.
IMO Guidelines for the control and management of ships' biofouling to minimize the transfer of invasive aquatic species resolution MEPC.207(62).
IMO Guidelines for the Reduction of Underwater Noise from Commercial Shipping to Address Adverse Impacts on Marine Life, (MEPC.1/Circ.833).
[^E0301]: (5)
Fuels that meet the technical screening criteria specified in Sections 3.10. and 4.13. of this Annex.
6.13. Infrastructure for personal mobility, cycle logistics
Description of the activity
Construction, modernisation, maintenance and operation of infrastructure for personal mobility, including the construction of roads, motorways bridges and tunnels and other infrastructure that are dedicated to pedestrians and bicycles, with or without electric assist.
The economic activities in this category could be associated with several NACE codes, in particular F42.11, F42.12, F42.13, F43.21, M71.12 and M71.20 in accordance with the statistical classification of economic activities established by Regulation (EC) No 1893/2006.
An economic activity in this category is an enabling activity as referred to in Article 10(1), point (i), of Regulation (EU) 2020/852 where it complies with the technical screening criteria set out in this Section.
Technical screening criteria
| Substantial contribution to climate change mitigation | Substantial contribution to climate change mitigation |
| The infrastructure that is constructed and operated is dedicated to personal mobility or cycle logistics: pavements, bike lanes and pedestrian zones, electrical charging and hydrogen refuelling installations for personal mobility devices. | The infrastructure that is constructed and operated is dedicated to personal mobility or cycle logistics: pavements, bike lanes and pedestrian zones, electrical charging and hydrogen refuelling installations for personal mobility devices. |
| Do no significant harm (‘DNSH’) | Do no significant harm (‘DNSH’) |
| (2) Climate change adaptation | The activity complies with the criteria set out in Appendix A to this Annex. |
| (3) Sustainable use and protection of water and marine resources | The activity complies with the criteria set out in Appendix B to this Annex. |
| (4) Transition to a circular economy | At least 70 % (by weight) of the non-hazardous construction and demolition waste (excluding naturally occurring material referred to in category 17 05 04 in the European List of Waste established by Commission Decision 2000/532/EC [^E0302]) generated on the construction site is prepared for reuse, recycling and other material recovery, including backfilling operations using waste to substitute other materials, in accordance with the waste hierarchy and the EU Construction and Demolition Waste Management Protocol [^E0303]. Operators limit waste generation in processes related to construction and demolition, in accordance with the EU Construction and Demolition Waste Management Protocol, taking into account best available techniques and using selective demolition to enable removal and safe handling of hazardous substances and facilitate reuse and high-quality recycling by selective removal of materials, using available sorting systems for construction and demolition waste. |
| (5) Pollution prevention and control | Measures are taken to reduce noise, dust and pollutant emissions during construction or maintenance works. |
| (6) Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems | The activity complies with the criteria set out in Appendix D to this Annex. |
[^E0302]: (1)
Commission Decision 2000/532/EC of 3 May 2000 replacing Decision 94/3/EC establishing a list of wastes pursuant to Article 1(a) of Council Directive 75/442/EEC on waste and Council Decision 94/904/EC establishing a list of hazardous waste pursuant to Article 1(4) of Council Directive 91/689/EEC on hazardous waste (OJ L 226, 6.9.2000, p. 3).
EU Construction and Demolition Waste Protocol (version of 4.6.2021: https://ec.europa.eu/growth/content/eu-construction-and-demolition-waste-protocol-0_en ).
6.14. Infrastructure for rail transport
Description of the activity
Construction, modernisation, operation and maintenance of railways and subways as well as bridges and tunnels, stations, terminals, rail service facilities ([^E0304]), safety and traffic management systems including the provision of architectural services, engineering services, drafting services, building inspection services and surveying and mapping services and the like as well as the performance of physical, chemical and other analytical testing of all types of materials and products.
Manufacture, installation, technical consulting, retrofitting, upgrade, repair, maintenance, repurposing of products, equipment, systems and software related to one of the following elements:
- (a) assembled railway track fixtures;
- (b) rail constituents detailed in Points 2.2 to 2.6 to Annex II of Directive (EU) 2016/797.
The economic activities in this category could be associated with several NACE codes, in particular C25.99, C27.9, C30.20, F42.12, F42.13, M71.12, M71.20, F43.21, and H52.21 in accordance with the statistical classification of economic activities established by Regulation (EC) No 1893/2006.
An economic activity in this category is an enabling activity as referred to in Article 10(1), point (i), of Regulation (EU) 2020/852 where it complies with the technical screening criteria set out in this Section.
Technical screening criteria
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| --- | --- | | Substantial contribution to climate change mitigation | Substantial contribution to climate change mitigation | | 1. The activity complies with one of the following criteria: (a) the infrastructure (as defined in Annex II.2 to Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council [^E0305]) is either: (i) electrified trackside infrastructure and associated subsystems: infrastructure, energy, on-board control-command and signalling, and trackside control-command and signalling subsystems as defined in Annex II.2 to Directive (EU)2016/797; (ii) new and existing trackside infrastructure and associated subsystems where there is a plan for electrification as regards line tracks, and, to the extent necessary for electric train operations, as regards sidings, or where the infrastructure will be fit for use by zero tailpipe CO2 emission trains within 10 years from the beginning of the activity: infrastructure, energy, on-board control-command and signalling, and trackside control-command and signalling subsystems as defined in Annex II.2 to Directive (EU)2016/797; (iii) until 2030, existing trackside infrastructure and associated subsystems that are not part of the TEN-T network [^E0306] and its indicative extensions to third countries, nor any nationally, supranationally or internationally defined network of major rail lines: infrastructure, energy, on-board control-command and signalling, and trackside control-command and signalling subsystems as defined in Annex II.2 to Directive (EU) 2016/797; (b) the infrastructure and installations are dedicated to transhipping freight between the modes: terminal infrastructure and superstructures for loading, unloading and transhipment of goods; (c) infrastructure and installations are dedicated to the transfer of passengers from rail to rail or from other modes to rail; (d) digital tools enable an increase in efficiency, capacity or energy saving. 2. The infrastructure is not dedicated to the transport or storage of fossil fuels. | 1. The activity complies with one of the following criteria: (a) the infrastructure (as defined in Annex II.2 to Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council [^E0305]) is either: (i) electrified trackside infrastructure and associated subsystems: infrastructure, energy, on-board control-command and signalling, and trackside control-command and signalling subsystems as defined in Annex II.2 to Directive (EU)2016/797; (ii) new and existing trackside infrastructure and associated subsystems where there is a plan for electrification as regards line tracks, and, to the extent necessary for electric train operations, as regards sidings, or where the infrastructure will be fit for use by zero tailpipe CO2 emission trains within 10 years from the beginning of the activity: infrastructure, energy, on-board control-command and signalling, and trackside control-command and signalling subsystems as defined in Annex II.2 to Directive (EU)2016/797; (iii) until 2030, existing trackside infrastructure and associated subsystems that are not part of the TEN-T network [^E0306] and its indicative extensions to third countries, nor any nationally, supranationally or internationally defined network of major rail lines: infrastructure, energy, on-board control-command and signalling, and trackside control-command and signalling subsystems as defined in Annex II.2 to Directive (EU) 2016/797; (b) the infrastructure and installations are dedicated to transhipping freight between the modes: terminal infrastructure and superstructures for loading, unloading and transhipment of goods; (c) infrastructure and installations are dedicated to the transfer of passengers from rail to rail or from other modes to rail; (d) digital tools enable an increase in efficiency, capacity or energy saving. 2. The infrastructure is not dedicated to the transport or storage of fossil fuels. | | Do no significant harm (‘DNSH’) | Do no significant harm (‘DNSH’) | | (2) Climate change adaptation | The activity complies with the criteria set out in Appendix A to this Annex. | | (3) Sustainable use and protection of water and marine resources | The activity complies with the criteria set out in Appendix B to this Annex. | | | | | (4) Transition to a circular economy | Operators limit waste generation in processes related to construction and demolition and take into account best available techniques. At least 70 % (by weight) of the non-hazardous construction and demolition waste (excluding naturally occurring material referred to in category 17 05 04 in the European List of Waste established by Decision 2000/532/EC) generated on the construction site is prepared for reuse, recycling and other material recovery, including backfilling operations using waste to substitute other materials, in accordance with the waste hierarchy and the EU Construction and Demolition Waste Management Protocol [^E0309]. Operators use selective demolition to enable removal and safe handling of hazardous substances and facilitate reuse and high-quality recycling. For manufacturing of constituents, the activity assesses the availability of and, where feasible, adopts techniques that support: (a) reuse and use of secondary raw materials and re-used components in products manufactured; (b) design for high durability, recyclability, easy disassembly and adaptability of products manufactured; (c) waste management that prioritises recycling over disposal, in the manufacturing process; (d) information on and traceability of substances of concern throughout the life cycle of the manufactured products. | | (5) Pollution prevention and control | Where appropriate, given the sensitivity of the area affected, in particular in terms of the size of population affected, noise and vibrations from use of infrastructure are mitigated by introducing open trenches, wall barriers, or other measures and they comply with Directive 2002/49/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council [^E0310]. Measures are taken to reduce noise, dust and pollutant emissions during construction or maintenance works. For manufacturing of constituents, the activity complies with the criteria set out in Appendix C to this Annex. | | (6) Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems | The activity complies with the criteria set out in Appendix D to this Annex. In addition, the following is to be ensured: (a) in the Union, in relation with Natura 2000 sites: the activity does not have significant effects on Natura 2000 sites in view of their conservation objectives on the basis of an appropriate assessment carried out in accordance with Article 6(3) of Council Directive 92/43/EEC [^E0311]; (b) in the Union, in any area: the activity is not detrimental to the recovery or maintenance of the populations of species protected under Directive 92/43/EEC and Directive 2009/147/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council [^E0312] at a favourable conservation status. The activity is also not detrimental to the recovery or maintenance of the habitat types concerned and protected under Directive 92/43/EEC at a favourable conservation status; (c) outside of the Union, activities are conducted in accordance with applicable law related to the conservation of habitats and species. | | | |
Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 May 2016 on the interoperability of the rail system within the European Union (OJ L 138, 26.5.2016, p. 44).
In accordance with Regulation (EU) No 1315/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 December 2013 on Union guidelines for the development of the trans-European transport network and repealing Decision No 661/2010/EU (OJ L 348, 20.12.2013, p. 1).
EU Construction and Demolition Waste Protocol (version of 4.6.2021: https://ec.europa.eu/growth/content/eu-construction-and-demolition-waste-protocol-0_en).
[^E0308]: (4)
Directive 2002/49/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 25 June 2002 relating to the assessment and management of environmental noise (OJ L 189, 18.7.2002, p. 12).
EU Construction & Demolition Waste Management Protocol, September 2016: https://ec.europa.eu/docsroom/documents/20509/.
Directive 2002/49/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 25 June 2002 relating to the assessment and management of environmental noise – Declaration by the Commission in the Conciliation Committee on the Directive relating to the assessment and management of environmental noise (OJ L 189, 18.7.2002, p. 12).
[^E0311]: (7)
Council Directive 92/43/EEC of 21 May 1992 on the conservation of natural habitats and of wild fauna and flora (OJ L 206, 22.7.1992, p. 7).
[^E0312]: (8)
Directive 2009/147/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 30 November 2009 on the conservation of wild birds (OJ L 20, 26.1.2010, p. 7).
6.15. Infrastructure enabling low-carbon road transport and public transport
Description of the activity
Construction, modernisation, maintenance and operation of infrastructure that is required for zero tailpipe CO2 operation of zero-emissions road transport, as well as infrastructure dedicated to transshipment, and infrastructure required for operating urban transport.
The economic activities in this category could be associated with several NACE codes, in particular F42.11, F42.13, M71.12 and M71.20 in accordance with the statistical classification of economic activities established by Regulation (EC) No 1893/2006.
An economic activity in this category is an enabling activity as referred to in Article 10(1), point (i), of Regulation (EU) 2020/852 where it complies with the technical screening criteria set out in this Section.
Technical screening criteria
| Substantial contribution to climate change mitigation | Substantial contribution to climate change mitigation |
| 1. The activity complies with one or more of the following criteria: (a) the infrastructure is dedicated to the operation of vehicles with zero tailpipe CO2 emissions: electric charging points, electricity grid connection upgrades, hydrogen fuelling stations or electric road systems (ERS); (b) the infrastructure and installations are dedicated to transhipping freight between the modes: terminal infrastructure and superstructures for loading, unloading and transhipment of goods; (c) the infrastructure and installations are dedicated to urban and suburban public passenger transport, including associated signalling systems for metro, tram and rail systems. 2. The infrastructure is not dedicated to the transport or storage of fossil fuels. | 1. The activity complies with one or more of the following criteria: (a) the infrastructure is dedicated to the operation of vehicles with zero tailpipe CO2 emissions: electric charging points, electricity grid connection upgrades, hydrogen fuelling stations or electric road systems (ERS); (b) the infrastructure and installations are dedicated to transhipping freight between the modes: terminal infrastructure and superstructures for loading, unloading and transhipment of goods; (c) the infrastructure and installations are dedicated to urban and suburban public passenger transport, including associated signalling systems for metro, tram and rail systems. 2. The infrastructure is not dedicated to the transport or storage of fossil fuels. |
| Do no significant harm (‘DNSH’) | Do no significant harm (‘DNSH’) |
| (2) Climate change adaptation | The activity complies with the criteria set out in Appendix A to this Annex. |
| (3) Sustainable use and protection of water and marine resources | The activity complies with the criteria set out in Appendix B to this Annex. |
| (4) Transition to a circular economy | At least 70 % (by weight) of the non-hazardous construction and demolition waste (excluding naturally occurring material defined in category 17 05 04 in the European List of Waste established by Decision 2000/532/EC) generated on the construction site is prepared for reuse, recycling and other material recovery, including backfilling operations using waste to substitute other materials, in accordance with the waste hierarchy and the EU Construction and Demolition Waste Management Protocol [^E0313]. Operators limit waste generation in processes related construction and demolition, in accordance with the EU Construction and Demolition Waste Management Protocol and taking into account best available techniques and using selective demolition to enable removal and safe handling of hazardous substances and facilitate reuse and high-quality recycling by selective removal of materials, using available sorting systems for construction and demolition waste. |
| (5) Pollution prevention and control | Where relevant, noise and vibrations from use of infrastructure are mitigated by introducing open trenches, wall barriers or other measures and comply with Directive 2002/49/EC. Measures are taken to reduce noise, dust and pollutant emissions during construction or maintenance works. |
| (6) Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems | The activity complies with the criteria set out in Appendix D to this Annex. Where relevant, maintenance of vegetation along road transport infrastructure ensures that invasive species do not spread. Mitigation measures have been implemented to avoid wildlife collisions. |
EU Construction and Demolition Waste Protocol (version of 4.6.2021: https://ec.europa.eu/growth/content/eu-construction-and-demolition-waste-protocol-0_en).
6.16. Infrastructure enabling low carbon water transport
Description of the activity
Construction, modernisation, operation and maintenance of infrastructure that is required for zero tailpipe CO2 operation of vessels or the port’s own operations, as well as infrastructure dedicated to transhipment and modal shift and service facilities, safety and traffic management systems.
The economic activities in this category excludes dredging of waterways.
The economic activities in this category could be associated with several NACE codes, in particular F42.91, M71.12 and M71.20 in accordance with the statistical classification of economic activities established by Regulation (EC) No 1893/2006. An economic activity in this category is an enabling activity as referred to in Article 10(1), point (i), of Regulation (EU) 2020/852 where it complies with the technical screening criteria set out in this Section.
Technical screening criteria
| Substantial contribution to climate change mitigation | Substantial contribution to climate change mitigation |
| 1. The activity complies with one or more of the following criteria: (a) the infrastructure is dedicated to the operation of vessels with zero direct (tailpipe) CO2 emissions: electricity charging, hydrogen-based refuelling; (b) the infrastructure is dedicated to the provision of shore-side electrical power to vessels at berth; (c) the infrastructure is dedicated to the performance of the port’s own operations with zero direct (tailpipe) CO2 emissions; (d) the infrastructure and installations are dedicated to transhipping freight between the modes: terminal infrastructure and superstructures for loading, unloading and transhipment of goods; (e) the modernisation of the existing infrastructure necessary to enable modal shift and fit for use by vessels with zero direct (tailpipe) CO2 emissions and that has been subject to a verified climate proofing assessment in accordance with Commission Notice – Technical guidance on the climate proofing of infrastructure in the period 2021-2027 (2021/C 373/01). 2. The infrastructure is not dedicated to the transport or storage of fossil fuels. | 1. The activity complies with one or more of the following criteria: (a) the infrastructure is dedicated to the operation of vessels with zero direct (tailpipe) CO2 emissions: electricity charging, hydrogen-based refuelling; (b) the infrastructure is dedicated to the provision of shore-side electrical power to vessels at berth; (c) the infrastructure is dedicated to the performance of the port’s own operations with zero direct (tailpipe) CO2 emissions; (d) the infrastructure and installations are dedicated to transhipping freight between the modes: terminal infrastructure and superstructures for loading, unloading and transhipment of goods; (e) the modernisation of the existing infrastructure necessary to enable modal shift and fit for use by vessels with zero direct (tailpipe) CO2 emissions and that has been subject to a verified climate proofing assessment in accordance with Commission Notice – Technical guidance on the climate proofing of infrastructure in the period 2021-2027 (2021/C 373/01). 2. The infrastructure is not dedicated to the transport or storage of fossil fuels. |
| Do no significant harm (‘DNSH’) | Do no significant harm (‘DNSH’) |
| (2) Climate change adaptation | The activity complies with the criteria set out in Appendix A to this Annex. |
| (3) Sustainable use and protection of water and marine resources | The activity complies with the requirements laid down in Article 4 of Directive 2000/60/EC. In accordance with Article 4 of Directive 2000/60/EC and in particular paragraph 7 of that Article, an impact assessment of the project is to be carried out to assess all its potential impacts on the status of water bodies within the same river basin and on protected habitats and species directly dependent on water, considering in particular migration corridors, free-flowing rivers or ecosystems close to undisturbed conditions. The assessment is based on recent, comprehensive and accurate data, including monitoring data on biological quality elements that are specifically sensitive to hydromorphological alterations, and on the expected status of the water body as a result of the new activities, as compared to its current one. It assesses, in particular, the cumulated impacts of the new project with other existing or planned infrastructure in the river basin. On the basis of that impact assessment, it has been established that the project is conceived, by design and location and by mitigation measures, so that it complies with one of the following requirements: (a) the project does not entail any deterioration nor compromises the achievement of good status or potential of the specific water body it relates to; (b) where the project risks to deteriorate or compromise the achievement of good status/potential of the specific water body it relates to, such deterioration is not significant, and is justified by a detailed cost-benefit assessment demonstrating both of the following: (i) the overriding reasons in the public interest or the fact that the benefits expected from the planned navigation infrastructure project in terms of benefits to climate change mitigation or climate change adaptation outweigh the costs from deteriorating the status of water that are accruing to the environment and to society; (ii) the fact that the overriding public interest or the benefits expected from the activity cannot, for reasons of technical feasibility or disproportionate cost, be achieved by alternative means that would lead to a better environmental outcome (such as nature-based solutions, alternative location, rehabilitation/refurbishment to existing infrastructures, or use of technologies not disrupting river continuity). All technically feasible and ecologically relevant mitigation measures are implemented to reduce adverse impacts on water as well as on protected habitats and species directly dependent on water. Mitigation measures include, where relevant and depending on the ecosystems naturally present in the affected water bodies: (a) measures to ensure conditions as close as possible to undisturbed continuity, including measures to ensure longitudinal and lateral continuity, minimum ecological flow and sediment flow; (b) measures to protect or enhance morphological conditions and habitats for aquatic species; (c) measures to reduce adverse impacts of eutrophication. The effectiveness of those measures is monitored in the context of the authorisation or permit setting out the conditions aimed at achieving good status or potential of the affected water body. The project does not permanently compromise the achievement of good status/potential in any of the water bodies in the same river basin district. In addition to the mitigation measures, and where relevant, compensatory measures are implemented to ensure that the project does not result in overall deterioration of status of water bodies in the same river basin district. That result is achieved by restoring (longitudinal or lateral) continuity within the same river basin district to an extent that compensates the disruption of continuity, which the planned navigation infrastructure project may cause. Compensation starts prior to the execution of the project. |
| (4) Transition to a circular economy | Operators limit waste generation in processes related to construction and demolition and take into account best available techniques. At least 70 % (by weight) of the non-hazardous construction and demolition waste (excluding naturally occurring material referred to in category 17 05 04 in the European List of Waste established by Decision 2000/532/EC generated on the construction site is prepared for reuse, recycling and other material recovery, including backfilling operations using waste to substitute other materials, in accordance with the waste hierarchy and the EU Construction and Demolition Waste Management Protocol. Operators use selective demolition to enable removal and safe handling of hazardous substances and facilitate reuse and high-quality recycling. The activity assesses the availability of and, where feasible, adopts techniques that support: (a) reuse and use of secondary raw materials and reused components in products manufactured; (b) design for high durability, recyclability, easy disassembly and adaptability of products manufactured; (c) waste management that prioritises recycling over disposal, in the manufacturing process; (d) information on and traceability of substances of concern throughout the life cycle of the manufactured products. |
| (5) Pollution prevention and control | The activity complies with the criteria set out in Appendix C to this Annex. Measures are taken to reduce noise, vibration, dust and pollutant emissions during construction maintenance works. |
| (6) Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems | An Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) or a screening [^E0315] has been completed in accordance with Directive 2011/92/EU [^E0316]. Where an EIA has been carried out, the required mitigation and compensation measures for protecting the environment are implemented. The activity does not have significant effects on protected areas (Unesco World Heritage sites, Key Biodiversity Areas, as well as other protected areas than Natura 2000 sites), and protected species based on an assessment of its impact that takes into account the best available knowledge [^E0317]. In addition, the following is to be ensured: (a) in the Union, in relation with Natura 2000 sites: the activity does not have significant effects on Natura 2000 sites in view of their conservation objectives on the basis of an appropriate assessment carried out in accordance with Article 6(3) of Council Directive 92/43/EEC; (b) in the Union, in any area: the activity is not detrimental to the recovery or maintenance of the populations of species protected under Directive 92/43/EEC and Directive 2009/147/EC at a favourable conservation status. The activity is also not detrimental to the recovery or maintenance of the habitat types concerned and protected under Directive 92/43/EEC at a favourable conservation status; (c) in the Union, the introduction of invasive alien species is prevented, or their spread is managed in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 1143/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council [^E0318]; (d) outside of the Union, activities are conducted in accordance with applicable law related to the conservation of habitats, species and the management of invasive alien species. |
[^E0314]: (1)
EU Construction and Demolition Waste Protocol (version of 4.6.2021: https://ec.europa.eu/growth/content/eu-construction-and-demolition-waste-protocol-0_en).
The procedure through which the competent authority determines whether projects listed in Annex II to Directive 2011/92/EU is to be made subject to an environmental impact assessment (as referred to in Article 4(2) of that Directive).
For activities in third countries, in accordance with equivalent applicable national law or international standards requiring the completion of an EIA or screening, for example, IFC Performance Standard 1: Assessment and Management of Environmental and Social Risks.
[^E0317]: (4)
For activities located in third countries, in accordance with equivalent applicable national law or international standards, that aim at the conservation of natural habitats, wild fauna and wild flora, and that require to carry out (1) a screening procedure to determine whether, for a given activity, an appropriate assessment of the possible impacts on protected habitats and species is needed; (2) such an appropriate assessment where the screening determines that it is needed, for example IFC Performance Standard 6: Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Management of Living Natural Resources.
[^E0318]: (5)
Regulation (EU) No 1143/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 22 October 2014 on the prevention and management of the introduction and spread of invasive alien species (OJ L 317, 4.11.2014, p. 35).
6.17. Low carbon airport infrastructure
Description of the activity
Construction, modernisation, maintenance and operation of infrastructure that is required for zero tailpipe CO2 operation of aircraft or the airport’s own operations, and for provision of fixed electrical ground power and preconditioned air to stationary aircraft as well as infrastructure dedicated to transhipment with rail and water transport.
The economic activities in this category could be associated with several NACE codes, in particular F41.20 and F42.99 in accordance with the statistical classification of economic activities established by Regulation (EC) No 1893/2006.
An economic activity is an enabling activity as referred to in Article 10(1) point (i), of Regulation (EU) 2020/852 where it complies with the technical screening criteria set out in this Section.
Technical screening criteria
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| --- | --- | | Substantial contribution to climate change mitigation | Substantial contribution to climate change mitigation | | 1. The activity complies with one or more of the following criteria: (a) the infrastructure is dedicated to the operation of aircraft with zero tailpipe CO2 emissions: electricity charging and hydrogen refuelling; (b) the infrastructure is dedicated to the provision of fixed electrical ground power and preconditioned air to stationary aircrafts; (c) the infrastructure is dedicated to the zero direct emissions performance of the airport’s own operations: electric charging points, electricity grid connection upgrades, hydrogen refuelling stations; (d) the infrastructure and installations are dedicated to transhipping freight with rail and water transport: terminal infrastructure and superstructures for loading, unloading and transhipment of goods. 2. The infrastructure is not dedicated to the transport or storage of fossil fuels. | 1. The activity complies with one or more of the following criteria: (a) the infrastructure is dedicated to the operation of aircraft with zero tailpipe CO2 emissions: electricity charging and hydrogen refuelling; (b) the infrastructure is dedicated to the provision of fixed electrical ground power and preconditioned air to stationary aircrafts; (c) the infrastructure is dedicated to the zero direct emissions performance of the airport’s own operations: electric charging points, electricity grid connection upgrades, hydrogen refuelling stations; (d) the infrastructure and installations are dedicated to transhipping freight with rail and water transport: terminal infrastructure and superstructures for loading, unloading and transhipment of goods. 2. The infrastructure is not dedicated to the transport or storage of fossil fuels. | | Do no significant harm (‘DNSH’) | Do no significant harm (‘DNSH’) | | (2) Climate change adaptation | The activity complies with the criteria set out in Appendix A to this Annex. | | (3) Sustainable use and protection of water and marine resources | The activity complies with the criteria set out in Appendix B to this Annex. | | (4) Transition to a circular economy | At least 70 % (by weight) of the non-hazardous construction and demolition waste (excluding naturally occurring material defined in category 17 05 04 in the European List of Waste established by Decision 2000/532/EC) generated on the construction site is prepared for reuse, recycling and other material recovery, including backfilling operations using waste to substitute other materials, in accordance with the waste hierarchy and the EU Construction and Demolition Waste Management Protocol [^E0319]. Operators limit waste generation in processes related to construction and demolition, in accordance with the EU Construction and Demolition Waste Management Protocol and taking into account best available techniques and using selective demolition to enable removal and safe handling of hazardous substances and facilitate reuse and high-quality recycling by selective removal of materials, using available sorting systems for construction and demolition waste. | | (5) Pollution prevention and control | Measures are taken to reduce noise, vibration, dust and pollutant emissions during construction maintenance works. | | (6) Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems | The activity complies with the criteria set out in Appendix D to this Annex. |
EU Construction and Demolition Waste Protocol (https://ec.europa.eu/growth/content/eu-construction-and-demolition-waste-protocol-0_en).
6.18. Leasing of aircraft
Description of the activity
Renting and leasing of aircraft and aircraft parts and equipment ([^E0320]).
The economic activities in this category could be associated with a NACE code, in particular N77.35, in accordance with the statistical classification of economic activities established by Regulation (EC) No 1893/2006.
Where an economic activity in this category does not fulfil the substantial contribution criterion specified in point (a) of this Section, the activity is a transitional activity as referred to in Article 10(2) of Regulation (EU) 2020/852, provided it complies with the remaining technical screening criteria set out in this Section.
Technical screening criteria
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| --- | --- | | Substantial contribution to climate change mitigation | Substantial contribution to climate change mitigation | | The activity consists of renting or leasing of one of the following: (a) the aircraft with zero direct (tailpipe) CO2 emissions; (b) the aircraft delivered before 11 December 2023, complying with the technical screening criteria referred to in Section 3.21., subsection ‘Substantial contribution to climate change mitigation’, points (b) or (c); (c) the aircraft delivered after 11 December 2023 complying with the technical screening criteria referred to in Section 3.21., subsection ‘Substantial contribution to climate change mitigation’, points (b) or (c) and with the commitment that another non-compliant aircraft in the fleet is either: (i) permanently withdrawn from use within 6 months of delivery of the compliant aircraft, in which case, the replacement ratio does not apply; or (ii) permanently withdrawn from the fleet within six months of delivery of the compliant aircraft in which case the share of Taxonomy compliance of eligible aircraft is limited by the replacement ratio as set out in Section 3.21; whereby the aircraft permanently withdrawn from use or from the fleet: (i) is non-compliant with the margins set out in Section 3.21., subsection ‘Substantial contribution to climate change mitigation’, point (b); (ii) has at least 80 % of maximum take-off weight of the compliant aircraft; (iii) has remained in the fleet within at least 12 months prior to its withdrawal; (iv) has a proof of airworthiness dating back less than 6 months prior to the delivery of the compliant aircraft. The lessor ensures that aircraft in point (b) or (c) is operated on sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) consistently with the criteria specified in point (d) and paragraph 2 of Section 6.19 of this Annex. | The activity consists of renting or leasing of one of the following: (a) the aircraft with zero direct (tailpipe) CO2 emissions; (b) the aircraft delivered before 11 December 2023, complying with the technical screening criteria referred to in Section 3.21., subsection ‘Substantial contribution to climate change mitigation’, points (b) or (c); (c) the aircraft delivered after 11 December 2023 complying with the technical screening criteria referred to in Section 3.21., subsection ‘Substantial contribution to climate change mitigation’, points (b) or (c) and with the commitment that another non-compliant aircraft in the fleet is either: (i) permanently withdrawn from use within 6 months of delivery of the compliant aircraft, in which case, the replacement ratio does not apply; or (ii) permanently withdrawn from the fleet within six months of delivery of the compliant aircraft in which case the share of Taxonomy compliance of eligible aircraft is limited by the replacement ratio as set out in Section 3.21; whereby the aircraft permanently withdrawn from use or from the fleet: (i) is non-compliant with the margins set out in Section 3.21., subsection ‘Substantial contribution to climate change mitigation’, point (b); (ii) has at least 80 % of maximum take-off weight of the compliant aircraft; (iii) has remained in the fleet within at least 12 months prior to its withdrawal; (iv) has a proof of airworthiness dating back less than 6 months prior to the delivery of the compliant aircraft. The lessor ensures that aircraft in point (b) or (c) is operated on sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) consistently with the criteria specified in point (d) and paragraph 2 of Section 6.19 of this Annex. | | Do no significant harm (‘DNSH’) | Do no significant harm (‘DNSH’) | | (2) Climate change adaptation | The activity complies with the criteria set out in Appendix A to this Annex. | | (3) Sustainable use and protection of water and marine resources | N/A | | (4) Transition to a circular economy | Measures are in place to prevent generation of waste in the use phase (maintenance) and to manage any remaining waste in accordance with the waste hierarchy. The activity assesses the availability of and, where feasible, adopts techniques that support: (a) reuse and use of secondary raw materials and re-used components in products manufactured; (b) design for high durability, recyclability, easy disassembly and adaptability of products manufactured; (c) waste management that prioritises recycling over disposal in the manufacturing process; (d) information on and traceability of substances of concern throughout the life cycle of the manufactured products. Measures are in place to manage and recycle waste at the end-of life, including through decommissioning contractual agreements with recycling service providers, reflection in financial projections or official project documentation. These measures ensure that components and materials are segregated and treated to maximise recycling and reuse in accordance with the waste hierarchy, EU waste regulation principles and applicable regulations, in particular through the reuse and recycling of batteries and electronics and the critical raw materials therein. These measures also include the control and management of hazardous materials. | | (5) Pollution prevention and control | The activity complies with the criteria set out in Appendix C to this Annex. The aircraft complies with the relevant requirements referred to in Article 9(2) of Regulation (EU) 2018/1139. The aircraft referred to in subsection ‘Substantial contribution to climate change mitigation’, points (b) to (c), complies with the following standards: (a) for aircraft other than freighter: amendment 13 of Volume I (noise), Chapter 14 of Annex 16 to the Chicago Convention, where the sum of the differences at all three measurement points between the maximum noise levels and the maximum permitted noise levels specified in 14.4.1.1, 14.4.1.2 and 14.4.1.3, shall not be less than 22 EPNdB; for freighter aircraft: amendment 13 of Volume I (noise), Chapter 14 of Annex 16 to the Chicago Convention; (b) amendment 10 of Volume II (engine emissions), Chapters 2 and 4, of Annex 16 to the Chicago Convention. | | (6) Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems | N/A |
6.19. Passenger and freight air transport
Description of the activity
Purchase, financing and operation of aircraft including transport of passengers and goods.
The economic activity does not include leasing of aircraft referred to in Section 6.18.
The economic activities in this category could be associated with several NACE codes, in particular H51.1 and H51.21, in accordance with the statistical classification of economic activities established by Regulation (EC) No 1893/2006.
Where an economic activity in this category does not fulfil the substantial contribution criterion specified in point (a) of this Section, the activity is a transitional activity as referred to in Article 10(2) of Regulation (EU) 2020/852, provided it complies with the remaining technical screening criteria set out in this section.
Technical screening criteria
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