National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) WorkshopsAbout | Schedule & Registration | Pricing | Workshop Session Outline | Workshop Materials | Event Policies About the Advanced NEPA WorkshopThe National Association of Environmental Professionals (NAEP) has designed the 8-hour NEPA Essentials workshop for new and emerging environmental professionals engaged in the preparation of Categorical Exclusions and Environmental Assessments to fulfill federal Lead Agencies responsibilities pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act, referred to as NEPA. This course is designed to help you understand the basic requirements, and how to fulfill the spirit and legislative intent of NEPA. You will learn what NEPA is, when the NEPA requirements apply to projects, the roles and responsibilities of the federal Lead Agency and Cooperating Agencies and project sponsors within the context of NEPA, about the three different NEPA classes of action, how to determine when each class of action applies, and the different environmental review, documentation, and public involvement requirements, focusing on Categorical Exclusions and Environmental Assessment. The workshop will use a Case Study to illustrate best practices for effective analysis and writing for the required purpose and need statement, consideration of alternatives, characterization of the affected environment, and evaluation of environmental effects. NAEP welcomes you to connect with other environmental professionals by engaging in this learning opportunity. Public Materials: About the NEPA Essentials WorkshopThis workshop will cover National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) basics, including policies, procedures, and environmental documents necessary for successful compliance. It is primarily designed for new and midlevel NEPA practitioners and will inform agency staff, consultants, regulators, applicants, and other interested professionals about best NEPA practices. NEPA is a far-reaching law that applies to virtually all U.S. federal agencies and most activities that affect the environment. Many state, local, and private undertakings must be evaluated pursuant to NEPA if they receive federal funding, require federal permits, or would take place on federal land. The key to successfully implementing NEPA is attaining a working knowledge of the regulations, legal interpretations, and typical federal agency practices. This workshop will cover all of these aspects of NEPA. Workshop topics include:
Meet the InstructorsThank you to our NEPA Workshop Committee!Marie Campbell, Michael Drummond, Pam Hudson, Lisa Mahoney, Chuck Nicholson, Michelle Rau, Michael Smith, Laura Thorne, and Fred Wagner
Advanced NEPA Workshops ScheduleMay 9, 2024 - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Central Time - In Person at the NAEP 2024 Annual Conference & Training Symposium* Register Now*Want to register for the workshop in person but can't attend the annual conference? No problem! Just select "Workshop Only" on the 2024 conference registration form when asked to select your registration type. July 17, 2024 - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Hawaii Time - Virtual Register NowSeptember 18, 2024 - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Eastern Time - Virtual Register NowNovember 15, 2024 - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Pacific Time - In Person (Location, to be determined) Register Now
NEPA Essentials Workshops ScheduleApril 24, 2024 - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Eastern Time - In Person at the FAEP 2024 Conference Register NowMay 5, 2024 - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Central Time - In Person at the NAEP 2024 Annual Conference & Training Symposium* Register Now*Want to register for the workshop in person but can't attend the annual conference? No problem! Just select "Workshop Only" on the 2024 conference registration form when asked to select your registration type. July 16, 2024 - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Hawaii Time - Virtual Register NowSeptember 17, 2024 - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Eastern Time - Virtual Register NowNovember 14, 2024 - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Pacific Time - In Person (Location, to be determined) Register NowPricingWorkshop Prices
NEPA Workshop Session OutlineFor a general overview of what will be covered in each workshop, please see the sample agenda below. Topic orders/timeframe for each workshop will vary pending speaker availability and will be sent out in the Know Before You Go email. The time will be the same for each workshop and will correspond to the time zone for each workshop. *Session outline subject to change based on speaker availability. Advanced NEPA Workshop Outline
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