02 Dec Environmental assessment of new storage facility under way

What issues should be addressed in a report on the impact of a new upgraded waste storage facility on the environment? The Environmental Protection Agency is now asking for citizens' input on this.

Danish Decommissioning intends to establish and operate a new, upgraded storage facility for Denmark's radioactive waste – a project covered by Annex 1 of the Environmental Impact Assessment Act. As the developer, we must therefore prepare an environmental impact report before the Danish Environmental Protection Agency can assess whether the project can be implemented. The report describes the project's effects on the environment and the mitigation measures necessary to limit any potential damage.

The Danish Environmental Protection Agency has prepared a concept paper outlining the project's background, the investigations now being initiated, and opportunities for public input.

View the material on the Danish Environmental Protection Agency's website

Citizens are requested to submit ideas and suggestions for topics to be addressed in the report to the Danish Environmental Protection Agency, Tolderlundsvej 5, 5000 Odense C, or via email to mst@mst.dk. Please include your name, address, and journal no. 2019-9443 in your submission. The Danish Environmental Protection Agency must receive submissions by January 2, 2020.