EB-2 NIWEnergy and climateIndividualDecided 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JUL262024_02B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Economist in oil and gas industry seeking EB-2 with NIW as employee or independent consultant. Petitioner claimed expertise supports U.S. transition to cleaner energy and guides LNG companies. AAO held proposed consultancy does not extend beyond prospective employer or clientele to impact field broadly at national importance level.
Official PDF
Official PDF ↗Published by USCIS. The summary is ours, in our own words; the decision text is on uscis.gov.
No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Proposed consultancy work lacks national importance; endeavor limited to employer or client services without broader field-level impact.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed consultancy work lacks national importance; endeavor limited to employer or client services without broader field-level impact. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed; decision reserves determination. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed; decision reserves determination. |
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