A New Way to Bury Nuclear Waste Deep Underground

Deep Isolation, a US-based company, is making waves in nuclear waste management. They are testing a new method to store nuclear waste deep underground. The idea is to use deep boreholes, which are holes drilled into the ground, to place nuclear waste safely. The company is using technology from the oil and gas industry. This makes the process cheaper and less risky. They place the waste in steel canisters. These canisters are then put deep into the ground, up to two miles below the surface.The canisters are designed to hold different types of nuclear waste. This includes waste from advanced reactors. The company has also tested the canisters to make sure they can withstand the conditions deep underground. This method could be a game-changer for nuclear waste disposal. Currently, no country has a permanent solution for nuclear waste. With the growth of nuclear energy, finding a safe and permanent way to dispose of waste is becoming more important. Deep Isolation believes their method can provide a long-term solution. They are working with other experts to make this technology a reality.