Sustainability and business intelligence consultant sought EB-2 NIW classification. AAO held proposed endeavor had substantial merit but lacked national importance as required under Dhanasar because petitioner provided only general assertions without adequate evidence of broader field impact or specific prospective consequences.

Sustainability specialist sought EB-2 with national interest waiver. He claimed work helping companies become sustainable would address climate change and create jobs. AAO dismissed because the proposed endeavor lacked sufficient evidence of national importance; general assertions about economic impact without concrete corroboration were insufficient.

An entrepreneur seeking EB-2 with NIW for an environmentally friendly cleaning products company in Florida claimed nineteen years of experience and unique expertise. The AAO affirmed denial, finding the proposed endeavor lacked national importance; it would not impact the industry broadly or substantially employ U.S. workers.

Environmental sustainability consultant seeking EB-2 with NIW to operate sustainable furniture consulting company. AAO held petitioner failed to establish five years progressive experience in specialty and lacks exceptional ability; national importance of endeavor not demonstrated; appeal dismissed.