National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)

The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) regulations require federal agencies to evaluate the environmental effects of proposed major federal activities. The prescribed evaluation process ensures that the proper level of environmental review is performed before an irreversible commitment of resources is made. The Environmental Protection Division coordinates NEPA reviews of BNL projects, scientific proposals and activities.

• The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Cultural Resources Evaluations SBMS Subject Area describes the NEPA review process.



• Point of Contact for BNL NEPA issues: Jennifer Higbie, x5919.



• Click here for information on BNL projects determined to be Categorical Exclusions in accordance with 10 CFR 1021, DOE's Rules for Implementing NEPA.



• NEPA documents available soon:

Environmental Assessment for BP Solar Array Project (DOE/EA-1663)

Last Modified: November 30, 2011
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