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2005-2026
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Aug 31, 2026
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- EB-2 NIWEnergy and climateDec 2025Remanded
Engineer self-petitioned for EB-2 national interest waiver to develop machine-learning forecasting models for renewable energy. AAO found proposed endeavor has national importance but petitioner not well positioned to advance it. Matter remanded for reconsideration after petitioner provides additional evidence of demonstrated success in similar work.
1 of 3 criteria metRead → - EB-2 NIWEnergy and climateJun 2025Remanded
A solar energy entrepreneur with business degree and twelve years in renewable energy seeks NIW of job requirement. Service center denied underlying EB-2 classification without adequate explanation or RFE. AAO remanded for proper evaluation of whether advanced degree professional status and NIW eligibility were satisfied, finding denial insufficiently reasoned.
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