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  • National Energy and Climate Plan 2021-2030 (NECP 2030)

    The National Energy and Climate Plan (PNEC) 2030 outlines a comprehensive strategy for Portugal’s energy and climate goals. The plan is developed in alignment with the Roadmap for Carbon Neutrality 2050, ensuring a coherent approach towards achieving the defined trajectory by 2030. Collaboration with various stakeholders, including the Directorate-General for Energy and Geology (DGEG) and the Portuguese Environment Agency (APA), has been instrumental in shaping the final version of the plan. Regional cooperation plays a crucial role in the preparation of the plan, with joint planning efforts with other EU

    The Waterways (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2019

    This legislation outlines the rigorous environmental impact assessment process required for proposed works in the Republic of Ireland. It delves into the considerations and criteria for determining the significant effects of works on the environment, encompassing factors such as construction, natural resource use, emissions, risks to health and heritage, and climate impact. The document emphasises the need to identify, describe, and assess the direct and indirect effects of works on various environmental factors, including population, biodiversity, land, and cultural heritage. One of the key aspects highlighted is the importance of

    The Constitution of Greece – Article 24: Protection of Environment

    According to Article 24 of the Constitution of Greece, the protection of the natural and cultural environment constitutes a duty of the State and a right of every person. The State is responsible for protecting natural and cultural environments, adopting preventive measures in the context of the principle of sustainable development. The master plan of the country and the development of towns and residential areas are under the State’s control, aiming to serve settlement functionality and ensure living conditions. The provisions apply to the rehabilitation of existing residential areas, with

    Culture strategy for Vastra Götaland_Short English version

    This presentation outlines the Culture Strategy for Västra Götaland and the Regional Culture Plan for 2020-2023, providing a comprehensive overview of the cultural priorities and initiatives in the region. It describes the megatrends influencing cultural development and presents strategic areas for the implementation of cultural policy. The strategy emphasizes the importance of widening participation, promoting innovation, and strengthening digital competence in the cultural sector. It also highlights the significance of internationalization and the role of culture in addressing societal challenges. One of the key themes addressed is the impact of

    Biodiversity: Climate Change Sectoral Adaptation Plan

    This policy document aims to address the pressing issue of biodiversity loss in Ireland and the resulting impact on heritage. Prepared under the National Adaptation Framework, the “Biodiversity Climate Change Sectoral Adaptation Plan” was compiled by the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht and released in September 2019. Drawing from extensive feedback from stakeholders and experts, the report highlights the need for urgent action to protect and restore biodiversity in Ireland, focusing on 12 key sectors such as farming, marine life, and soil management. The plan aims to increase

    Commission Recommendation (EU) 2019/1019 of 7 June 2019 on building modernisation

    The European Union has recommended in its latest guidelines for all member states to implement energy efficiency measures in the buildings sector as a priority to establish a sustainable Energy Union. The guidelines underline the necessity of adopting a comprehensive and integrated approach to improve building energy performance. Directive (EU) 2018/844 amended Directive 2010/31/EU (‘EPBD’) in 2018 to accelerate the modernisation of buildings in the Union with two complementary objectives: i) accelerate renovations to existing buildings by 2050, and ii) support the modernisation of all buildings with smart technologies and

    Open Data Directive [Directive (EU) 2019/1024 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 20 June 2019 on open data and the re-use of public sector information (recast)]

    Under open data legislation, cultural heritage institutions, like other public sector information bodies, are obliged to make the data they hold and/or produce available for reuse, either upfront or upon request, when no sensitive information or third party intellectual property rights exist on this data. The open data Directive seeks to ‘fully exploit the potential of public sector information for the European economy and society’. To achieve this, the Directive establishes a set of obligations for public sector bodies, including cultural heritage institutions, to share the data they hold and/or

    Commission Regulation 2019/786 of 8 May 2019 on building renovation

    This legislative document aims at increasing the energy efficiency standards of European buildings, particularly by exploring different ways to reduce energy consumption and carbon footprint. As an integral part of the European Green Deal, it is expected to pave the way for a decarbonised building stock by 2050. Adhering to the EPBD, Member States have a wide margin of discretion to design their building codes in a way that best fits their national climatic conditions and building stocks while implementing technical requirements for renovations, building certificates, and technical building systems.

    Regulation (EU) 2019/880 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 April 2019 on the introduction and the import of cultural goods

    This European Heritage regulation outlines measures to prevent the unlawful import of cultural goods into the European Union. It focuses on combatting illicit trade and protecting cultural heritage from pillaging and appropriation. The regulation aims to establish uniform controls on the import of specific cultural goods, particularly those affected by armed conflict and criminal activities. It also addresses the need for personal data protection and the establishment of a centralised electronic system for the submission of import licences and importer statements. The regulation requires importers to provide evidence of the

    Copyright in the Digital Single Market Directive [Directive (EU) 2019/790 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 April 2019 on copyright and related rights in the Digital Single Market and amending Directives 96/9/EC and 2001/29/EC (Text with EEA relevance.)]

    Copyright legislation impacts the activities of cultural heritage institutions whose collections often contain materials that are subject to copyright or neighbouring rights protection. While not all items in the collections of cultural heritage institutions are subject to copyright, some are, resulting in cultural heritage professionals having to put processes in place to manage these rights. This becomes particularly relevant when cultural heritage institutions undergo digitisation projects with the aim of making these materials widely available to the public and facilitate their reuse. The copyright in the digital single market Directive

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