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Title: Nuclear waste: distant and expensive mirage

Journal Article · · Electricity Journal

The situation in the U.S. regarding the disposal of nuclear waste is briefly summarized. Current estimates are that the site will not begin operation before 2020, and that the cost will be $96 billion, which includes construction, waste transport, operation through 2133, and closure of the facility. The Department of Energy is also considering whether more disposal sites might be needed.

OSTI ID:
21125464
Journal Information:
Electricity Journal, Vol. 21, Issue 7; Other Information: Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved; ISSN 1040-6190
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English