☢️Intent to Prepare Environmental Impact Statement for Plutonium Pit Production
Notice of Intent To Prepare a Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement for Plutonium Pit Production
Summary
The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), a semi- autonomous agency within the United States (U.S.) Department of Energy (DOE), announces its intent to initiate a National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) programmatic environmental impact statement (PEIS) process to ensure NEPA compliance for the production of plutonium pits in support of NNSA's Stockpile Stewardship and Management Program. The PEIS will evaluate the programmatic environmental impacts of producing pits at the Congressionally mandated rate (and potentially other reasonable rates) using various single site and multi-site alternatives; associated activities at other NNSA sites; and associated waste management and transportation activities. The purpose of this Notice is to invite public participation in the PEIS process and to solicit public comment on the scope, environmental issues, and alternatives for consideration by NNSA in the draft PEIS.
Agencies
- Energy Department
- National Nuclear Security Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The notice outlines compliance requirements for businesses involved in environmental assessments related to plutonium pit production, which is a key component of national security. Businesses may need to engage in the public comment process and adhere to NEPA regulations.