Use of a United States mid-Pacific Island territory for a Pacific Island Repository System (PIRS): Extended summary

Conference · Sat Aug 01 00:00:00 EDT 1987

OSTI ID:5598255

Forsberg, C W

The concept of using a mid-ocean island for a geologic high-level waste repository was investigated. The technical advantages include geographical isolation and near-infinite ocean dilution as a backup to repository geological waste isolation. The institutional advantages are reduced siting problems and the potential of creating an international waste repository. Establishment of international waste repository would allow cost sharing, aid US nonproliferation goals, and assure proper disposal of spent fuel from developing countries. The major uncertainties in this concept are rock conditions at waste disposal depths and costs. 13 refs., 2 tabs.

• Research Organization: Oak Ridge National Lab., TN (USA)
• DOE Contract Number: AC05-84OR21400
• OSTI ID: 5598255
• Report Number(s): CONF-880201-1-Summ.; ON: DE87014940
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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HYDROGEN COMPOUNDS
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INSTITUTIONAL FACTORS
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WASTE MANAGEMENT
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WASTES
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