In the aftermath of Yucca's mothballing, the DOE has pursued a diverse strategy of nuclear waste management that includes tentative plans for consolidated interim storage facilities, tests of deep boreholes as another possible long - term storage technique, and the development of «consent - based» siting protocols to gain support from municipal and state governments. (scientificamerican.com)
TRU waste could also be shipped to WIPP for interim storage prior to disposal there.» (sric.org)
Holtec's proposed consolidated interim storage facility in New Mexico utilizes the HI - STORM UMAX system. (holtecgovernmentservices.com)