Critical issues for disposal, recycling, and clearance of fusion radioactive materials: The European viewpoint

Zuchchetti M.; Di Pace L.; Kolbasov B.N.; Vincent Massaut; Ludo Vermeeren

Critical issues for disposal, recycling, and clearance of fusion radioactive materials: The European viewpoint

Zuchchetti M., Di Pace L., Kolbasov B.N., Vincent Massaut, Ludo Vermeeren

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Abstract

In order to maximize the environmental benefits of fusion power generation, it is important to clearly define the parameters governing the back-end of the materials cycle. A fusion-specific approach is necessary. Recycling of materials and clearance (i.e. declassification to non-radioactive material) are the two recommended options for reducing the amount of fusion waste, while the disposal as low-level waste could be an alternative route for specific materials and components. Most fusion materials could potentially be recycled or cleared, providing the necessary studies and developments are carried out. To enhance prospects for a successful waste management scheme, we identified the key issues and challenges for disposal, recycling, and clearance, focusing on the EU studies.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Fusion Engineering, 2009. SOFE 2009. 23rd IEEE/NPSS Symposium on Fusion Engineering
Place of Publication	Piscataway, New Jersey, United States
State	Published - Jun 2009
Event	23rd IEEE/NPSS Symposium on Fusion Engineering (SOFE 2009) - Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), San Diego, CA Duration: 1 Jun 2009 → 5 Jun 2009

Conference

Conference	23rd IEEE/NPSS Symposium on Fusion Engineering (SOFE 2009)
Country/Territory	United States
City	San Diego, CA
Period	2009-06-01 → 2009-06-05

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