Reseauch RTD, 5th EC framework-programme 1998-2002: specific programme "preservation of the ecosystem"

PURPOSE: to adopt a specific programme for research, technological development and demonstration on energy, environment and sustainable development (1998 to 2002). COMMUNITY MEASURE: Council decision 1999/170/EC. CONTENT: in accordance with the 5th framework programme for RTD, the amount deemed necessary for carrying out the specific programme is EURO 2,125 million (EURO 446 million for the period 1998 to 1999 and 1,679 million for the period 2000 to 2002). Indicative breakdown (in millions of Euros): a) key actions: - sustainable management and quality of water: 254 - global change, climate and biodiversity: 301 - sustainable marine ecosystems:170 - the city of tomorrow and cultural heritage: 170 - cleaner energy systems, including renewables: 479 - economic and efficient energy for a competitive Europe: 547 b) research and technological development activities of a generic nature: 119 (environment) and 16 (energy). c) support for research infrastructures: 69. �