Bernard Barani Information on EU Commission R&D Future Prospects
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In his presentation entitled: “R&D&I - Future Prospects”, Mr. Bernard Barani from EC presented the Commission’s proposals for the 2014-2020 Multiannual Financial Framework. He discussed the need for a Common Strategic Framework to increase impact and achieve simplification, while he outlined the objectives and structure of Horizon 2020.
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Bernard Barani Information on EU Commission R&D Future Prospects
- 1. Bernard Barani Information Society and Media DG European Commission R&D&I Future Prospects FINES Workshop, 12 October 2011, Brussels
- 2. The Commission’s proposals for the 2014-2020 Multiannual Financial Framework 1.05% of EU GNI in commitments = € 1025 billion over 7 years (2011 prices) ICT Opportunities
- 9. Investing in digital infrastructure Case for EU investment 1. Current level of investment is not sufficient to ensure growth 2. No agreement on investment between incumbents and competitors, high cost of capital and high perceived risks 4. Core layers of digital services will not be financed by MS or private operators 5. Interoperability, standards and cross-border problems for digital services 3. No business case in rural and (in most) suburban areas Broadband networks Digital Services
- 10. Thank you for your attention!
Editor's Notes
- NB: Future Internet = Pathfinder theme Following coupling r&D and std, DG ENTR WP
- Summary of problems identified Problem 1a: High-speed internet is a key infra-structure for the 21st century, but Europe falls far short of the necessary investments, leaving potential for growth and societal benefits untapped. Problem 1b: There is little competitive pressure on incumbents to invest in modern broadband networks. Even where projects could be financially viable, alternative public and private investors (including local administrations and public utilities) are held back by high capital costs (interest rates) and the lack of long-term funding. Problem 1c: There is currently no adequate strategy to publicly support the rollout of broadband networks in areas where there is no business case. Current levels of European support are sub-critical and are hampered a lack of planning and absorption capacity at the regional level. Problem 2a: The private sector will not replace public investment in the digital services central elements (platforms, generic services etc) essential to ensure trans-European connectivity, access and interoperability. Problem 2b: Despite efforts on technical interoperability, on-line public services may stop at the border.