

How to shut down a nuclear power station
Feb 1, 2024
Exploring the challenges of shutting down nuclear power stations safely, including the removal of nuclear fuel, complexities in decommissioning, and the ethical considerations of nuclear waste management. It also discusses innovations in robotics and the need for alternative solutions for safe disposal. The chapter concludes by addressing the debate on nuclear power as a reliable energy source and the challenges faced by the decommissioning industry.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Dismantling a Nuclear Power Station: Challenges and Processes
01:35 • 10min
Challenges in Decommissioning Nuclear Facilities
11:16 • 4min
Challenges of Nuclear Waste Management and Geological Storage
15:06 • 2min
The Ethical Question and Challenges of Nuclear Power
16:51 • 2min