Won’t transportation of used nuclear fuel be risky?
The NWMO will need to demonstrate the safety of any transportation system prior to its implementation. Our research and discussions with authorities in Canada and abroad suggest that used nuclear fuel can be transported safely. Internationally, many nations have been regularly transporting used fuel for decades. Robust transport containers are designed to withstand severe accidents and transport conditions, and must meet high standards which are continually reviewed by regulatory and licensing bodies.
