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1 Outlook on research for climate change and urban development in the FP 7 Kjell Nilsson Deputy Director Head of Department for Parks and Urban Landscapes Danish Centre for Forest, Landscape and Planning

2 Structure of Research Framework Programme 7 FP 7 has been organised in Specific Programmes. They constitute the five major building blocks of FP7: Cooperation Ideas People Capacities Nuclear Research The core of FP7, representing two thirds of the overall budget, is the Cooperation programme. It fosters collaborative research across Europe and other partner countries through projects by transnational consortia of industry and academia. Research will be carried out in ten key thematic areas. Environment (including climate change) is one of the thematic areas.

3 Objectives and funding Mia. p.a. 9,0 8,0 7,0 6,0 5,0 4,0 3,0 2,0 1,0 0,0 Frame Programme funding p.a. FP4 FP5 FP6 FP7 Framework Programme funding Among the objectives of the Seventh Framework Programme the following are particularly important: trans-national cooperation at every scale across the EU should be supported, the dynamism, creativity and excellence of European research at the frontier of knowledge should be enhanced, human potential in research and technology in Europe should be strengthened 60,0 Mia. 50,0 40,0 30,0 20,0 10,0 FP 4 ( ): 13,2 mia. euro. FP 5 ( ): 15 mia. euro. FP 6 ( ): 17,5 mia. euro. FP 7 ( ): 54 mia. euro. 0,0 FP4 FP5 FP6 FP7

4 Budget breakdown

5 Total budget for Environment Theme 1.89 bn Indicative breakdown: Slight increase of budget in 2008, 2009 compared to Sharp increase only from In 2013 expenditure 60% higher than in 2006

6 Where did the EC get input to FP7 COST Actions Joint Research Centre, especially its Institute for Tecnological Scenarios, which is organised in four scientific units, one of them called Institute for Environment and Sustainability in Ispra, Italy EURAB - Is a "high-level, independent, advisory committee created by the Commission to provide advice on the design and implementation of EU research policy: ex_en.html External advisory groups (EAGS) in relation to FP6: Key technologies Expert groups ( roup_2005.htm) Programme committees in relation to FP6 Technology Platforms Large research institutions (e.g. Max Planck Society)

7 Environment Research contributes to EU policies - 6 th Environmental Action Plan and associated Thematic Strategies (air, waste, marine, soil, pesticides, urban environment) - Action Plans on Environmental Technologies, Environment and Health and Sustainable Consumption and Production and Sustainable Industrial Policy - European Directives Water Framework, REACH (chemicals), CAFE (air quality), INSPIRE - Renewed Sustainable Development Strategy - Communication»Towards a Future Maritime Policy«- Commission Communications on»halting the loss of biodiversity by 2010«- EU Climate and Energy Package - Thematic Strategy on Urban Environment

8 Instruments and participation rules FP 6: Integrated Projects Strategic research projects Networks of excellence } FP 7: Collaborative Projects (small, medium or large-scale) Coordination Actions ERA-NET Art. 169 Specific Support Actions ERA-NET Art. 169 Support Actions Additional Cost(AC)/Full Cost (FC) Full Cost Art. 171 (Agency) Basic Research Grants Joint Technology Initiatives

9 1. Health Objective Improving the health of European citizens and increasing the competitiveness of European health-related industries and businesses, while addressing global health issues including emerging epidemics. Emphasis will be put on translational research (translation of basic discoveries into clinical applications), the development and validation of new therapies, methods for health promotion and disease prevention, diagnostic tools and technologies, as well as sustainable and efficient health care systems. Biotechnology, generic tools and technologies for human health Translating research for human health Optimising the delivery of health care to European citizens International cooperation

10 2. Food, Agriculture and Biotechnology Objective Building a European Knowledge Based Bio-Economy by bringing together science, industry and other stakeholders, to exploit new and emerging research opportunities that address social and economic challenges: the growing demand for safer, healthier and higher quality food, taking into account animal welfare and rural contexts; the sustainable production and use of renewable bioresources; the increasing risk of epizootic and zoonotic diseases and food related disorders; threats to the sustainability and security of agricultural and fisheries production resulting in particular from climate change. Sustainable production and management of biological resources from land, forest, and aquatic environments Fork to farm: Food, health and well being Life sciences and biotechnology for sustainable non-food products and processes International cooperation

11 3. Information and Communication Technologies Objective Improve the competitiveness of European industry and enable Europe to master and shape the future developments of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) so that the demands of its society and economy are met. Activities will strengthen Europe s scientific and technology base and ensure its global leadership in ICT, help drive and stimulate innovation through ICT use and ensure that ICT progress is rapidly transformed into benefits for Europe s citizens, businesses, industry and governments. ICT Technology Pillars Integration of Technologies Applications Research International cooperation

12 4. Nanosciences, Nanotechnologies, Materials and new Production Technologies Objective Improve the competitiveness of European industry and ensure its transformation from a resource-intensive to a knowledge-intensive industry, by generating breakthrough knowledge for new applications at the crossroads between different technologies and disciplines. Nanosciences and nanotechnologies Materials New Production Technologies Integration of technologies for industrial applications International cooperation Commission Communication, Nanosciences and Nanotechnologies: an action plan for Europe COM(2005) 243.

13 5. Energy Objective Transforming the current fossil-fuel based energy system into a more sustainable one based on a diverse portfolio of energy sources and carriers combined with enhanced energy efficiency, to address the pressing challenges of security of supply and climate change, whilst increasing the competitiveness of Europe s energy industries. Hydrogen and fuel cells Renewable electricity generation Renewable fuel production Renewables for heating and cooling CO2 capture and storage technologies for zero emission power generation Clean coal technologies Smart energy networks Energy efficiency and savings Knowledge for energy policy making International cooperation GREEN PAPER - A European Strategy for Sustainable, Competitive and Secure Energy - COM(2006) 105 final {SEC(2006) 317}

14 6. Environment (including Climate Change) Objective To promote sustainable management of the natural and human environment and its resources by advancing our knowledge on the interactions between the biosphere, ecosystems and human activities, and developing new technologies, tools and services, in order to address in an integrated way global environmental issues. Emphasis will be put on prediction of climate, ecological, earth and ocean systems changes, on tools and on technologies, for monitoring, prevention and mitigation of environmental pressures and risks including on health and for the sustainability of the natural and man-made environment. Climate change, pollution, and risks Sustainable Management of Resources Environmental Technologies Earth observation and assessment tools International cooperation

15 7. Transport (including( Aeronautics) Objective Based on technological advances, develop integrated,»greener«,»smarter«and safer pan-european transport systems for the benefit of the citizen and society, respecting the environment and natural resources; and securing and further developing the competitiveness and the leading role attained by the European industries in the global market. Aeronautics and air transport Surface transport (rail, road and waterborne) Support to the European global satellite navigation system (Galileo) International Cooperation

16 8. Socio-Economic Sciences and the Humanities Objective Generating an in-depth, shared understanding of complex and interrelated socioeconomic challenges Europe is confronted with, such as growth, employment and competitiveness, social cohesion and sustainability, quality of life, education, cultural issues and global interdependence, in particular with the view of providing an improved knowledge base for policies in the fields concerned. Growth, employment and competitiveness in a knowledge society Combining economic, social and environmental objectives in a European perspective Major trends in society and their implications Europe in the world The citizen in the European Union Socio-economic and scientific indicators Foresight activities International cooperation

17 9. Security and Space Objective To develop the technologies and knowledge for building capabilities with a civil application focus needed to ensure the security of citizens from threats such as terrorism and crime as well as from the impact and consequences of unintended incidents such as natural disasters or industrial accidents; to ensure optimal and concerted use of available and evolving technologies to the benefit of European security while respecting fundamental human rights; and to stimulate the co-operation of providers and users for security solutions; through the activities at the same time to reinforce the technology basis of the European security industry and to strengthen its competitiveness. Supporting a European Space Programme focusing on applications such as GMES with benefits for citizens and for the competitiveness of the European space industry. This will contribute to the development of a European Space Policy, complementing efforts by Member States and by other key players, including the European Space Agency. Security International cooperation Space International cooperation

18 Climate change,, pollution, and risks Pressures on environment and climate Integrated research on the functioning of climate and the earth system is needed in order to observe and analyse how these systems evolve and predict future evolution. This will enable the development of effective adaptation and mitigation measures to climate change and its impacts. Advanced climate change models from the global to sub-regional scales will be developed and applied to assess changes, potential impacts and critical thresholds. Changes in atmospheric composition and in the water cycle will be studied and risk based approaches will be developed taking into account changes in droughts, storms and floods patterns. Pressures on environmental quality and on climate from pollution of the air, water and soil will be investigated as well as the interactions between the atmosphere, the stratospheric ozone layer, land surface, ice and oceans. Consideration will be given to feedback mechanisms and abrupt changes (e.g. ocean circulation), and to impacts on biodiversity and ecosystems. Environment and health Multidisciplinary research on interactions of environmental risk factors and human health is needed to support the Environment and Health action plan and the integration of public health concerns and disease characterisation related to emerging environmental risks. Research will focus on multiple exposures via different exposure routes, identification of pollution sources and new or emerging environmental stressors (e.g. indoor and outdoor air, electromagnetic fields, noise, and exposure to toxic substances) and their potential health effects. Research will also aim at integrating research 6. Environment (including Climate Change) activities on human biomonitoring regarding scientific aspects, methodologies and tools to develop a coordinated and coherent approach. It will include European cohort studies, with attention to vulnerable population groups, and methods and tools for improved risk characterisation, assessment and comparisonsof risksand health impacts. Research will develop biomarkers and modelling tools taking into account combined exposures, variations in vulnerability and uncertainty. It will also deliver methods and decision support tools (indicators, cost-benefit and multicriteria analyses, health impact assessment, burden of disease and sustainability analysis) for risk analysis, management and communication, and for policy development and analysis. Natural hazards Managing natural disasters requires a multi risk approach. There is a need for improved knowledge, methods and integrated framework for the assessment of hazards, vulnerability and risks. Furthermore mapping, prevention and mitigation strategies including consideration of economic and social factors need to be developed. Disasters related to climate (such as storms, droughts, forest fires, landslides and floods), and geological hazards (such as earthquakes, volcanoes and tsunamis) will be studied. This research will allow the underlying processes to be better understood, and prediction and forecasting methods to be improved on the basis of a probabilistic approach. It will also underpin the development of early warning and information systems. Societal repercussions of major natural hazards will be quantified.

19 6. Environment (including Climate Change) Sustainable Management of Resources Conservation and sustainable management of natural and manmade resources Research activities will be targeted to improve the knowledge basis and develop advanced models and tools needed for the sustainable management of resources and the creation of sustainable consumption patterns. This will enable the prediction of the behaviour of ecosystems and their restoration, and the mitigation of degradation and loss of important structural and functional elements of ecosystems (for biodiversity, water, soil and marine resources). Research on ecosystem modelling will take account of protection and conservation practices. Innovative approaches to develop economic activities from ecosystem services will be promoted. Approaches will be developed to prevent desertification, land degradation and erosion, and to stop biodiversity loss. Research will also address sustainable management of forests and the urban environment including planning, and waste management. The research will benefit from and contribute to the development of open, distributed, inter-operable data management and information systems and will underpin assessments, foresight, and services related to natural resources and their use. Evolution of marine environments Specific research is required to improve our understanding of the impacts of human activities on the ocean and seas and on the resources of the marine environment, including the pollution and eutrophication of regional seas and coastal areas. Research activities in aquatic environments, deep sea ecosystems and seabed will be carried out in order to observe, monitor and predict the behaviour of this environment and enhance understanding of the sea and the sustainable use of ocean resources. The impact of human activities on the ocean will be assessed through integrated approaches taking into account marine biodiversity, ecosystem processes and services, ocean circulation and seabed geology.

20 6. Environment (including Climate Change) Environmental Technologies Environmental technologies for the sustainable management and conservation of the natural and manmade environment New or improved environmental technologies are needed to reduce the environmental impact of human activities, protect the environment and manage resources more efficiently and to develop new products, processes and services more beneficial for the environment than existing alternatives. Research will target in particular: technologies preventing or reducing environmental risks, mitigating hazards and disasters, mitigating climate change and the loss of biodiversity; technologies promoting sustainable production and consumption; technologies for managing resources or treating pollution more efficiently, in relation to water, soil, air, sea and other natural resources, or waste; technologies for the environmentally sound and sustainable management of the human environment including the built environment, urban areas, landscape, as well as for the conservation and restoration of cultural heritage. Technology assessment, verification and testing Research will focus on the risk and performance assessment of technologies, including processes and products, and the further development of related methods such as the life cycle analysis. Moreover, focus will be given to: long-term opportunities, market potential and socioeconomical aspects of environmental technologies; chemicals risk assessment, intelligent testing strategies and methods for minimising animal testing, risk quantification techniques; and research support to the development of the European Environmental Technologies Verification and Testing system.

21 6. Environment (including Climate Change) Earth observation and assessment tools Earth observation Research activities will be devoted to the development and integration of the Global Earth Observation System of Systems (GEOSS) for environment and sustainable development issues in the framework of the GEO initiative38. Interoperability between observation systems, information management and data sharing, and optimisation of information for understanding, modelling and predicting environment phenomena will be addressed. These activities will focus on natural hazards, climate change, weather, ecosystems, natural resources, water, land use, environment and health, and biodiversity (including the aspects of risk assessment, forecasting methods and assessment tools) in order to produce advances for the GEOSS societal benefit areas and contribute to GMES. Assessment tools for sustainable development Tools are needed to quantitatively assess the environmental and research policy contribution to competitiveness and sustainable development, including assessments of market-based and regulatory approaches as well as the impacts of current trends in production and consumption patterns. Such tools will include models that consider the links between the economy, environment and society and hence beneficial and efficient strategies of adaptation and prevention. Research will also seek to improve existing indicators and develop new ones to assess sustainable development policy priorities, and to analyse the linkages between them, taking into account the existing set of EU sustainable development indicators. The analysis of technology, socio-economic drivers, externalities and governance as well as foresight studies, will be included. Areas of application include land use and marine policies and the economic, political and social conflicts related to climate change.

22 Preparation calendar for Annual WP Strategy: November-December Y-2 Consultation of Stakeholders: Dec Y-2 until March Y-1 Final draft WP: April Y-1 Adoption and publication: July Y-1

23 General approach for WP 2010»Environment (including Climate Change)«Systemic focus Emphasis on European added value ERA objectives addressed in a tangible manner Balance between»focused topicsopen topics«cross-thematic approach Strategic approach for International Cooperation Dissemination, take-up and use of results Reinforce the participation of SMEs and Industry

24 Overarching priority for WP 2010 environment (including Climate Change) Tackle the issue of»environmental safety and welfare«identified by the Advisory Group Driver: emerging and increasing competition for natural resources and environmental services due to rapid environmental changes and/or natural and man-made hazards Promote problem solving approaches and related technological and socioeconomic solutions Through research, contribute to assessing, reducing and preventing tensions and conflicts related to depletion of natural resources and decreasing environmental services

25 International cooperation Possible key environmental issues Water and Food security for Africa (Cross thematic call) Marine ecosystems in the North Atlantic Ocean as a collaboration activity with US. Biodiversity, vulnerability of urban systems and coastal zones (targeting Asia and Latin America) Ocean acidification in Mediterranean (and Black Sea region) Health and urban environment in cooperation with China Mapping research excellence and infrastructure in Brazil

26 (First draft) ENV Greenhouse gas emission reduction policies and their impacts on public health and welfare in urban areas Policies to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions may affect public health in various ways, for instance through the choices made regarding the selection of fuels and means for space heating and transport, building codes to improve thermal efficiency, or urban development and zoning. The aim of the project is to model and, as much as possible, quantify the positive and negative impacts of the implementation of alternative GHG emission reduction policies on health and welfare in urban areas in Europe and China. Human health and welfare impacts in the absence on any GHG emission reduction policies will be assessed as well. The distribution of the impacts across different social groups will be addressed. The impacts considered could include, but are not limited to, the impacts of changes in the exposures to ambient and indoor air pollution, as well as other environmental contaminants, changes in housing, workplaces, transport and lifestyles. Participation of Chinese partners is required. Funding scheme: Collaborative projects (small or medium-scale focused research project) for specific cooperation actions (SICA) dedicated to international cooperation partner countries

27 (First draft) ENV Assessing vulnerability of urban systems, populations and goods in relation to natural and man-made disasters The project shall conduct prospective studies to assess expected risks and vulnerabilities of different major urban areas (including the urban-rural interface) and their respective populations, goods and services, with the overall aim to develop innovative approaches to enhance resistance and resilience of cities against climate-change-induced risks under locally adapted IPCC scenarios of climatechange, and also considering possible changes in urban population as a result of climate-change induced environmental refugees. It will focus on assessing the environmental, social and economic impacts and of climate induced risks likely to affect urban areas at various time frames, including floods, sea-level rise and storm surges, droughts, urban heat waves, desertification, storms and fires, using a fully integrated multi-risk assessment approach compatible with the UN-ISDR framework. It will propose innovative green and preventive land use and spatial planning (in particular including the use of urban green spaces, the rehabilitation of ecological services, and urban biodiversity) as adaptation/mitigation tools, to combat against the expected changes in occurrence and intensity of climate related risks. It will assess the current role of land use and related policies and governance in coping with climate-induced risks in urban areas, and should draw upon and be linked to the activities of UN-HABITAT. Funding scheme: Collaborative Project (small- or medium scale focused research project) for specific cooperation actions (SICA) dedicated to international cooperation partner countries

28 The successful strategy Best science Scientists Best partners Best impact on EU policies Support services Follow Commission guidelines (Legal, contractual, financial) Success in Framework Programme 7 = Winning competitive Projects

29 Best partners Activate your network NOW! Your European partners: Are they Aware? Prepared? Active? Commercial partners: Do you have any? SICA partners: Do you have any?

30 Provisional timetable for 3rd Environment call (WP2009) Call publication: 3 September 2008 Call closure: 8 January 2009 Remote evaluation: 2 20 February 2009 Consensus meetings: 2 20 March 2009