EB-2 NIWEnergy and climateEmployerDecided March 2026Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
MAR262026_01B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
A process engineer seeks EB-2 national interest waiver for hydrogen membrane reactor research and development. Appeal dismissed because petitioner failed to establish substantial merit and national importance of proposed endeavor under Dhanasar's first prong; description lacked sufficient specificity and evidence of broader impact. Second and third prongs not reached.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Petitioner's proposed endeavor lacks sufficient detail and evidence to demonstrate prospective impact rising to level of national importance
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Petitioner's proposed endeavor lacks sufficient detail and evidence to demonstrate prospective impact rising to level of national importance |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong dispositive; second and third Dhanasar prongs not reached |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong dispositive; second and third Dhanasar prongs not reached |
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