If the Ancient Egyptians had made use of nuclear fuel, their engineers would have needed to find a solution to store the waste not just to today, but far into the future.

Fortunately, modern engineers are up to the task. The most advanced project for the disposal of spent nuclear fuel is ‘Onkalo’ in Finland. 

Onkalo means ‘small cave’ or ‘cavity’, a humble name for one of the most significant efforts of underground construction ever undertaken.

Guest

Sophie Haapalehto, Rock Mechanics Engineer, Posiva

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