EB-2 NIWElectrical and electronic engineeringIndividualDecided August 2024Sustained
Outcome: Sustained
AUG012024_09B5203
Merit and national importanceMetWell positionedMetBalance favors a waiverMet
Our summary
An electrical engineer sought a national interest waiver for renewable energy work. The AAO found his proposed endeavor had substantial merit and national importance, he was well positioned to advance it with relevant experience and credentials, and on balance a waiver would benefit the United States in critical energy technology.
Official PDF
Official PDF ↗Published by USCIS. The summary is ours, in our own words; the decision text is on uscis.gov.
What the AAO accepted
- Merit and national importance · Proposed endeavor in energy production and renewable energy demonstrates national importance
- Well positioned · Advanced degree, over decade experience, documented success, field letters demonstrate positioning
- Balance favors a waiver · Engineer with track record in critical STEM field; contributions benefit U.S. energy sector
What was missing
Every criterion in the table was found met.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Met | Proposed endeavor in energy production and renewable energy demonstrates national importance |
 Well positioned | Met | Advanced degree, over decade experience, documented success, field letters demonstrate positioning |
 Balance favors a waiver | Met | Engineer with track record in critical STEM field; contributions benefit U.S. energy sector |
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