We know that #NuclearEnergy is one of the largest sources of zero-emissions power in the ๐, but as any other energy-generation industry, it generates a "waste".
And I got some news for you: It is actually consider a valuable resource, not a waste!
Say what!? ๐
Donโt worry, the ๐บ๐ธ @GovNuclear published:
โ5 Fast Facts About #SpentNuclearFuelโ
Letโs read it and keep learning together:
1.#NuclearWaste is an incorrect term for used or spent fuel (Letโs all take note! - myself included)๐
#UsedFuel is made up of metal fuel rods that contains small ceramic pellets of enriched U-235 & it always stay in a solid state.
2. The U.S. ๐บ๐ธ has produced roughly 83,000 metric tons of used fuel since 1950s.
This may sound like a lot, but it actually fit on a single football field at a depth of less than 10 yards.๐
3. The are 76 sites in 34 U.S. states that can store used fuel!
#SpentFuel rods are safely and securely enclosed in steel-lined concrete pools of water or in concrete containers.๐
4. Transportation of spent fuel have occurred around the U.S. without any radiological releases.๐
Used fuel is shipped in special casks that are designed to withstand more than 99% of vehicle accidents, including water immersion, impact, punctures and fires.
Check them out! ๐
5. Spent fuel CAN BE RECYCLED! โป๏ธ
France currently recycle used fuel, since more than 90% of its potential energy still remains in the fuel, even after 5 yr of operation in a reactor.
Check out the fuel cycle ๐
You can find the infographic here:
๐ energy.gov/ne/downloads/iโฆ
We should definitely check out the recycling process next, what do you think? โป๏ธ๐ค
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