Acceptance Criteria and Comparison of Options for Storage and Disposal of Radioactive Waste in Italy
In the first phase of this work, Quintessa provided support to SOGIN in the areas of repository siting and safety analysis covering two main themes. The first step was the development of general principles for the definition of implementation of technical acceptance criteria for the disposal of LILW, with particular emphasis on criteria used to support a site selection programme. Secondly, Quintessa provided support to SOGIN in performing safety assessment calculations for a hypothetical repository design, with the aim of identifying potential constraints on waste inventory and site characteristics.
Following the phasing out of the nuclear power programme in Italy, consideration is being given to the management of radioactive wastes, and in particular to those that will arise from the dismantling of decommissioned reactors. In the second phase of this work, Quintessa undertook an independent review of the available strategies in Italy for the disposal of Low and Intermediate Level radioactive wastes and the storage of High Level Waste and Spent Fuel. The study involves a detailed review of relevant international experience and the identification and evaluation of candidate strategies. A multi-attribute utility analysis methodology was used, providing a systematic appraisal of the key factors relevant to decision making. The attributes considered were:
- Health & safety (public & occupational);
- Environmental (physical, flora & fauna);
- Technical performance (viability, flexibility, scope for remedial action);
- Socio-economic (local community, sustainable development); and
- Costs.
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In the first phase of this work, Quintessa provided support to SOGIN in the areas of repository siting and safety analysis covering two main themes. The first step was the development of general principles for the definition of implementation of technical acceptance criteria for the disposal of LILW, with particular emphasis on criteria used to support a site selection programme. Secondly, Quintessa provided support to SOGIN in performing safety assessment calculations for a hypothetical repository design, with the aim of identifying potential constraints on waste inventory and site characteristics.