Nuclear waste plan enters new phase

Nuclear waste plan enters new phase

The development of Canada's deep geological repository entered the regulatory decision-making process on Monday, after the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) submitted the Initial Project Description. The Initial Project Description for the proposed repository that will store used nuclear fuel…

NWMO submits Initial Project Description for Canada’s deep geological repository

The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) announced the Initial Project Description for the proposed Deep Geological Repository for Canada’s Used Nuclear Fuel Project is now posted to the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada website.   This step marks the beginning of an in-depth regulatory process and a notable milestone for our work as the project moves from planning to independent review. It also brings another opportunity for host commu…