Nuclear Wastes: Technologies for Separations and TransmutationNational Research Council, Division on Earth and Life Studies, Commission on Geosciences, Environment and Resources, Committee on Separations Technology and Transmutation Systems Disposal of radioactive waste from nuclear weapons production and power generation has caused public outcry and political consternation. Nuclear Wastes presents a critical review of some waste management and disposal alternatives to the current national policy of direct disposal of light water reactor spent fuel. The book offers clearcut conclusions for what the nation should do today and what solutions should be explored for tomorrow. |