The document discusses the European Commission's views on open access. It notes that both green and gold open access models are supported under the EC's Framework Programmes FP7 and Horizon 2020. Common issues discussed include the importance of explanation for open access policies, funding challenges, and the need for support tools. Next steps mentioned are continued monitoring of open access implementation, providing more training and guidance, and working to mainstream open access and develop harmonized global policies and standards.

1. Green Light for
Open Access:
The Funders View
Jean-François Dechamp
European Commission, Directorate-General for Research & Innovation
@OpenAccessEC
Pasteur4OA Final Conference, 17 May 2016, Amsterdam (post conference revised version)

2. OA and EC Framework Programmes
FP7
OA Green or
Gold+Green
Pilot
H2020
OA Green or
Gold+Green
obligation
& ORD Pilot
H2020
OA Green or
Gold+Green
obligation
& ORD by
default

3. A few thoughts
Open Access to scientific publications
• Both Green and/or Gold
• Gold OA: post-grant issues, APC ceiling, hybrid journals...
• Green OA: repositories, embargoes
Open Research Data
• It could have helped to rather name it 'DMP Pilot'
• Need to state that not everything must be open
Common issues
• Explanation is paramount
• Money is key: both a bad and a good excuse
• Tools and support are needed (importance of projects)
• Importance of feedback for co-shaping European policy
• Overall aim: kick-starting a virtuous circle and change of culture

4. Next steps
The Framework Programmes
• Monitor OA in FP7 and Horizon 2020
• Provide 360° support
More training and guidance e.g. on Data Management Plan
• Adapt OA mandates of Horizon 2020 – or not
Working together
• Get more knowledge on open research data
• Mainstream Open Access and reach towards harmonised
policies and common standards on a global scale
• Develop more and better interactions with stakeholders
• And much more...