Phrases with «geologic repository»

A "geologic repository" is a place where hazardous materials, such as nuclear waste, are stored deep underground in protected containers and structures. It is designed to safely isolate and contain these materials for a long period of time to prevent harm to people and the environment. Full definition

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Sentences with «geologic repository»

Last year Finland showed this when it approved construction of the Onkalo facility, which is expected to become the first geologic repository for spent fuel when it begins operations in the 2020s. (scientificamerican.com)
Although the world's first geologic repository for military nuclear waste does not have room for all of the hottest waste it is supposed to handle, the federal government is proposing to disregard legal limits and expand the types and amounts of waste destined for the site. (sric.org)
Ultimately, if consent - based siting efforts fail, in favor of the common good the federal government must exercise its power of eminent domain to overcome local opposition, creating a deep geologic repository for nuclear waste. (scientificamerican.com)
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Phrases with «geologic repository»

Sentences with «geologic repository»

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