Finding a [open quotes]proposal[close quotes] for major federal action consistent with the purposes of NEPA: Does Blue Ocean Preservation Society v. Watkins breathe new life into the law

Journal Article · · Natural Resources Journal; (United States)

OSTI ID:5393318

Chang, V

Blue Ocean Preservation Society vs. Watkins (BOPS), the subject of this casenote, exemplifies the need for consideration of the environmental consequences of an agency action. The geothermal energy project which was the subject of that litigation involved sensitive, highly controversial and cultural concerns. BOPS illustrates the most compelling case for requiring preparation of an EIS before the decision to undertake agency action. This article addresses the question of what constitutes a [open quotes]proposal[close quotes] for purposes of compelling federal agencies to prepare EIS's pursuant to NEPA. Specifically, this casenote examines the method by which the Court found a proposal for major federal action in BOPS.

• OSTI ID: 5393318
• Journal Information: Natural Resources Journal; (United States), Journal Name: Natural Resources Journal; (United States) Vol. 33:1; ISSN 0028-0739; ISSN NRJOAB
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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