Final Waste Disposal in Germany

Every technical process produces waste which can be reused or which has to be disposed of in a safe way. This also applies to all kinds of radioactive waste produced by utility companies or other technical plants, by medicine and by research institutions.

Safety Concept

The long-term safety of a repository is achieved with the help of a multiple-barrier concept. The barrier system isolates the radioactive waste from the environment for thousand of years. During this period of time, the radioactivity will be reduced to such an extent that no more radiation can escape from the stored waste.

International Cooperation

Safe disposal of radioactive waste is technically possible today if the specific properties of the waste are taken into consideration. Environmental protection must be guaranteed without borders.