EB-2 NIWElectrical and electronic engineeringIndividualDecided September 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
SEP122024_04B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
An electrical engineer proposed work in sustainable energy, smart telecommunications, and lighting systems, claiming alignment with national clean energy initiatives. The AAO held that importance of sustainable energy as field does not establish national importance of her specific endeavor; no evidence she would directly employ U.S. workers or achieve field-wide impact.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Electrical engineer work in sustainable energy lacks national importance; no direct U.S. worker employment, benefits limited to employers and clients, not field-wide.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Electrical engineer work in sustainable energy lacks national importance; no direct U.S. worker employment, benefits limited to employers and clients, not field-wide. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; second prong not reached as dispositive issue. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; third prong not reached as dispositive issue. |
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