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This talk will give an update on how the Areas of Focus for a GDF site have been identified using a range of information, such as geological data, areas of environmental protection, and consideration of built-up areas

A Geological Disposal Facility (GDF) is the safe and secure solution for the disposal of the UK’s most radioactive waste. It is one of the largest environmental protection programmes the UK has ever seen and ensures the cost and burden or keeping the waste safe is removed from future generations. At the end of January Nuclear Waste Services (NWS) published Areas of Focus in the search to find a suitable site and a willing community to host a GDF. The areas are within the three communities currently involved in the process, in Mid Copeland and South Copeland in Cumbria, and in East Lincolnshire. The identification of Areas of Focus will enable NWS to focus more in-depth studies and investigations to help experts understand and consider the potential for an area to safely and securely host a GDF. This talk will give an update on how the Areas of Focus have been identified using a range of information, such as geological data, areas of environmental protection, and consideration of built-up areas.

Registration

This event is open to NI members and non-members. 

Doors open from 17:30 for 18:00 start. Refreshments and light buffet provided.

Speaker details

Dr Robin Cowley

Senior Scientific Advisor, Design Authority and Technical Control, Nuclear Waste Services