In accordance with 5 CFR 1320, the information collection is approved for 3 years. Upon resubmission, it is suggested the agency take care to distinguish between annual cost to Federal Government versus aggregate costs over 3 years (According to the supporting statement, the annual cost is $5,000, while the cost over 3 years is estimated at $15,000).
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
11/30/2012
36 Months From Approved
20
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400
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The Department of Energy requires this information in order to be in compliance with Section 1405 of Energy Policy Act of 2005. The proposed collection will allow respondents to submit applications for a National Priority Project Designation (NPPD) as called for by the Energy Policy Act of 2005. The purpose of the NPPD is to recognize organizations whose work has advanced the field of renewable energy technology and contributed to North American energy independence.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.