2012-06-12 Policy: Improved Decision Making through the Integration of Program and Project Management with National Environmental Policy Act Compliance (archived)

DOE NEPA Program History

Office of NEPA Policy and Compliance

January 24, 2018
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The Secretary of Energy Memorandum for Heads of Departmental Elements declared that compliance with NEPA is a prerequisite to successful implementation of DOE programs and projects, urged better use of existing tools and guidance, and highlighted principles for strengthening NEPA compliance – for example, through field and headquarters teamwork, realistic schedules, and performance accountability. The policy was retired.