The turnout was overwhelming when Danish Decommissioning hosted an open house and information meeting on Monday, June 18th. More than 150 citizens from Roskilde accepted the invitation, filling Risø's largest auditorium to capacity.
The Danish Parliament has adopted a long-term solution for Denmark's radioactive waste. What does this signify for the citizens of Roskilde?
On May 15th, the Danish Parliament unanimously adopted resolution B 90 concerning a long-term solution for Denmark's radioactive waste.
Over the past year, a team of DD employees has been working on removing the aluminum tank located innermost in Danish Reactor 3. The tank has now been reduced to small pieces and placed in shielded containers.
Read the report on the initiatives and results DD in maintaining a good work environment 2017.
Risø's peaceful and shallow surroundings attract abundant birdlife. On Sunday, March 18, members of the Danish Society for Nature Conservation were able to enjoy the sight of the many diverse bird species.
The Government and the parties in the Danish Parliament agree that the radioactive waste will continue to be stored at Risø until no later than 2073, when a deep geological repository is expected to become operational.
Overall, this year's results met expectations satisfactorily. Key milestones in 2017 included the removal of the innermost reactor tank in DR 3 and the preliminary decontamination of the first three Hot Cells. Read more about both the technical and financial results in the 2017 annual report....
The Agency for Institutions and Educational Support has now approved DD's objectives and performance plan for what we aim to achieve in the current year. Read the plan here....
The narrow office corridor was crowded when a group of members from the Danish Society of Engineers visited DD for a tour. From the corridor, which previously housed DTU employees, there is a good view of the work area in front of the Hot Cells....