INNOVATIONS AND THEIR SIGNIFICANCE TO LOW-LEVEL RADIOACTIVE WASTE MANAGEMENT IN THE U.S

摘要

H.W.(Bud)Arrowsmith is the 2003 recipient of the distinguished Richard S.Hodes,M.D.Honor Lecture Award from the Southeast Compact Commission in recognition of his implementation of numerous innovations in low-level radioactive waste management in the United States. rnMr.Arrowsmith was the founder and served as the President and CEO of the Scientific Ecology Group. He and the company played a significant role in solving waste management problems in the United States by providing critical new technology,facilities,and resources for the nuclear industry. rnThe innovative technologies to be discussed during the presentation include compaction, decontamination,incineration,recycling,and survey and release. rnMr.Arrowsmith will also share his views on the need for continued innovation in the low-level waste management field.Points to be discussed include: rn1.The need for continued innovation in waste characterization and processing technology; rn2.Concerns about continuing access to existing disposal facilities;and rn3.The absence of progress among interstate compacts to site low-level waste disposal facilities.