NASA’s Updated NEPA Procedures and Environmental Compliance

Stay current with the latest regulatory requirements affecting NASA’s projects with this in-depth course on NASA’s revised NEPA procedures. You’ll receive actionable guidance on applying the new rule, preparing environmental documents, and meeting updated procedural standards for environmental assessments, impact statements, and categorical exclusions. Designed for NASA action proponents, non-Federal project sponsors, and environmental professionals, this course ensures your actions align with the latest legal, procedural, and documentation mandates—helping you avoid costly delays and remain compliant.

In this course you will learn the following:
* Identify the key requirements and procedural changes in NASA’s NEPA implementing regulations.
* Determine when NEPA applies to a proposed action and select the appropriate level of NEPA review.
* Apply and document categorical exclusions, environmental assessments, and environmental impact statements in compliance with the new rule.
* Understand the roles and responsibilities of NASA and non-Federal project sponsors in preparing NEPA documents.
* Implement efficient environmental review processes, including public engagement, mitigation, and coordination with other agencies.
* Recognize the legal and administrative consequences of non-compliance with NEPA and NASA’s implementing regulations.