WHALES of Teton Valley • Entered by Liz McCane on March 21, 2025
NEPA webinar
March 19, 2025
Participants and Hours
| Pre Planning hours | |
| Post Admin hours | |
| Activity Hours | 1 |
| Participants | 1 |
| Total Hours | 1 |
Key Issue: Multiple apply
Activity Type: Education & Outreach (tabling, films & lectures, regional B-walks/works)
Key Partners: Great Old Broads
Short Description of Activity
Mary O’Brien brought us up to speed on the history, function and future of NEPA.
Reflection/Evaluation
Mary began by reminding us that, when faced with a decision, we all consider what could go wrong, as well as pros and cons. This is the essence of NEPA, for federal decisions that may impact our environment. It was a little reassuring to hear that only Congress can repeal NEPA, though individual agencies can, and probably will, make significant changes to their procedures. There are 3 social needs within NEPA that must be adhered to, and defended:
1. agencies must spell out impacts
2. must consider alternatives
3. must offer opportunities for public comment