The elusive search for a long-term nuclear disposal solution
Much of the debate around nuclear power revolves around fears of leakage of radioactive material and accidents leading to a reactor meltdown. But a fire in a cooling pool – where large quantities of spent nuclear fuel is stored – could be worse. So why can’t the world’s nuclear-powered nations agree on a more secure storage solution? Jennifer Johnson reports.
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Journal title: Energy World
Publisher: Energy Institute
Subjects: Underground storage, Nuclear waste, Nuclear