Partnering for Long-Term Management of Radioactive Waste
Evolution and Current Practice in Thirteen Countries
National radioactive waste management programmes are in various phases of siting facilities
and rely on distinct technical approaches for different categories of waste. In all
cases, it is necessary for institutional actors and the potential or actual host community
to build a meaningful, workable relationship. Partnership approaches are effective
in achieving a balance between the requirements of fair representation and competent
participation. With host community support, they also help ensure the desirable combination
of a licensable site and management concept as well as a balance between compensation,
local control and development opportunities. This report provides up-to-date information
on experience with local partnership arrangements in 13 countries. The characteristics,
advantages and aims of community partnerships are also described in addition to the
concept's evolution over the past decade.
Published on April 08, 2010Also available in: French
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