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GDSA Deep Borehole Disposal investigations in FY 2023: Guidelines for a DBD Demonstration Test and Workshop Overview

GDSA Deep Borehole Disposal investigations in FY 2023: Guidelines for a DBD Demonstration Test and Workshop Overview

Author(s)
LaForce, Tara ,
Freeze, Geoff ,
Fukuyama, David ,
Leute, Jennifer ,
Sassani, David
Publication Date
This report describes specific activities in Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 associated with the Deep Borehole Disposal Concept and Safety Strategy work package funded by the Spent Fuel and Waste Science and Technology (SFWST) Campaign of the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Nuclear Energy (DOE-NE), Office of Spent Fuel and Waste Disposition (SFWD).

Performance Specification for Standardized Transportation, Aging, and Disposal Canister Systems

Performance Specification for Standardized Transportation, Aging, and Disposal Canister Systems

Author(s)
Abdelhalim Alsaed ,
James Blink ,
Mark Nutt ,
Brian Gutherman ,
Bruce Balkcom Bevard ,
Rob L. Howard ,
Joshua J. Jarrell ,
John M. Scaglione ,
John C. Wagner ,
S. J. Maheras ,
C. L. Bryan ,
Ernest Hardin ,
Anastesia Ilgen ,
Elena Kalina
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Rationale for the Performance Specification for Standardized Transportation, Aging, and Disposal Canister Systems

Rationale for the Performance Specification for Standardized Transportation, Aging, and Disposal Canister Systems

Author(s)
Abdelhalim Alsaed ,
James Blink ,
Mark Nutt ,
Brian Gutherman ,
Bruce Balkcom Bevard ,
Rob L. Howard ,
Joshua J. Jarrell ,
John M. Scaglione ,
John C. Wagner ,
S. J. Maheras ,
C. L. Bryan ,
Ernest Hardin ,
Anastesia Ilgen ,
Elena Kalina
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Abstract does not exist for this document.

Final University of South Carolina Socioeconomic Study March 2026

Final University of South Carolina Socioeconomic Study March 2026

Author(s)
Joseph Von Nessen
Publication Date
The purpose of this analysis is to estimate the potential economic and social impacts that would likely arise from the construction and subsequent operation of a new Federal used fuel staging facility in different locations throughout the U.S. This includes estimates that detail the total local economic activity generated by a Federal staging facility over its lifespan along with all associated job and income creation.

SPENT NUCLEAR FUEL AND REPROCESSING WASTE INVENTORY

SPENT NUCLEAR FUEL AND REPROCESSING WASTE INVENTORY

Author(s)
Kaushik Banerjee ,
Harish Gadey
Publication Date
This report provides information on the inventory of spent nuclear fuel (SNF) in the United States located at Nuclear Power Reactor (NPR) and Independent Spent Fuel Storage Installation (ISFSI) sites, as well as SNF and reprocessing waste located at U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) sites and other research and development (R&D) centers as of the end of calendar year 2024.

Spent Nuclear Fuel and Reprocessing Waste Inventory

Spent Nuclear Fuel and Reprocessing Waste Inventory

Author(s)
Kaushik Banerjee, Antonio Rigato, Veronica Wilson
Publication Date
This report provides information on the inventory of spent nuclear fuel (SNF) in the United States located at Nuclear Power Reactor (NPR) and Independent Spent Fuel Storage Installation (ISFSI) sites, as well as SNF and reprocessing waste located at U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) sites and other research and development (R&D) centers as of the end of calendar year 2022.

Six Overarching Recommendations for How to Move the Nation’s Nuclear Waste Management Program Forward

Six Overarching Recommendations for How to Move the Nation’s Nuclear Waste Management Program Forward

Author(s)
U.S. Nuclear Waste Technical Review Board
Publication Date
The goal of this report is to communicate high-level recommendations to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), which if adopted, the U.S. Nuclear Waste Technical Review Board (Board) members believe will support the creation of a robust, safe, and effective nuclear waste management capability for the nation, including laying the groundwork for a successful geologic repository.

Consent-based Siting Consortia Progress: June 2024

Consent-based Siting Consortia Progress: June 2024

Author(s)
U.S. Department of Energy
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Consent-based siting consortia support DOE's efforts to facilitate inclusive community engagement and elicit public feedback on consent-based siting, management of spent nuclear fuel, and federal consolidated interim storage. The 12 awardees are comprised of various organizations to help reach communities across the country and remove barriers to participate in DOE's consent-based siting process.Awardees have made significant progress in carrying out community engagement activities and providing direct grants to communities wanting to learn more.

Emergency Response Training Available for a DOE Spent Nuclear Fuel Shipment

Emergency Response Training Available for a DOE Spent Nuclear Fuel Shipment

Author(s)
U.S. Department of Energy Office of Nuclear Energy
Publication Date
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is preparing to ship one container of spent nuclear fuel (SNF) from a nuclear power plant to a national laboratory to undergo further research. DOE is coordinating the shipment with Tribal and State governments and offering technical assistance and training.

MRS Siting Briefing

MRS Siting Briefing

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DOE
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This briefing paper is a component of the comprehensive briefing package developed for the Negotiator, and describes previous DOE experience in its attempt to site an MRS facility. The Background section highlights, in chronological order, significant events in DOE's MRS siting history from enactment of the Nuclear Waste Policy Act of 1982 to the issuance of the "Report to Congress on Reassessment of the Civilian Radioactive Waste Management Program" in November 1989.
nuclear waste policy act mrs clinch river siting

Soil-Related Input Parameters for the Biosphere Model

Soil-Related Input Parameters for the Biosphere Model

Author(s)
Bechtel SAIC Company, LLC
Publication Date
This report presents one of the analyses that support the Environmental Radiation Model for Yucca Mountain Nevada (ERMYN), referred to in this report as the biosphere model. Biosphere Model Report (BSC 2004 [DIRS 169460]) describes the details of the conceptual and mathematical biosphere models and the required input parameters.
yucca mountain repository environmental consequences dose environmental assessment environmental modeling biosphere analysis

The U.S. Department of Energy's Implementation of the Consultation Provisions of the Nuclear Waste Policy Act

The U.S. Department of Energy's Implementation of the Consultation Provisions of the Nuclear Waste Policy Act

Author(s)
Creighton, James L.
Publication Date
The Nuclear Waste Policy Act of 1982 (NWPA) directed the Department of Energy (DOE) to proceed with the siting of two nuclear waste repositories, and the construction of one repository. Under the provisions of the Act, DOE was also directed to conduct a program of consultation and cooperation with each of the potentially affected states and Indian tribes. The Act also states that "State and public participation is essential in order to promote public confidence in the safety of disposal of ..."waste and spent fuel."

Atlas Railcar Fact Sheet

Atlas Railcar Fact Sheet

Author(s)
U.S. Department of Energy
Publication Date
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has developed special railcars for future large-scale DOE transport of spent nuclear fuel (SNF) from nuclear power plants. The designs include the Atlas railcar (designed to transport SNF containers), new buffer railcars, and a new escort railcar for security personnel that was developed in collaboration with the U.S. Navy.

Emergency Response Training Available for a DOE Spent Nuclear Fuel Shipment

Emergency Response Training Available for a DOE Spent Nuclear Fuel Shipment

Author(s)
U.S. Department of Energy Office of Nuclear Energy
Publication Date
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is preparing to ship one container of spent nuclear fuel (SNF) from a nuclear power plant to a national laboratory to undergo further research. DOE is coordinating the shipment with Tribal and State governments and offering technical assistance and training.
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