Jan 28 Last nuclear facility to be decommissioned
The waste treatment plant is the sixth and last of Risø's original nuclear plant to be decommissioned. Funds have now been allocated to start work.
What's happening in Danish Decommissioning?
Jan 23 "As far as we know" about DD
Every Thursday, the science programme "As Far As We Know" guides P1 listeners around the wondrous world of science. This Thursday, the entire programme was dedicated to Danish Decommissioning and our work.
Jan 08 What will we achieve by 2020?
The Board of Institutions and Educational Support has approved the objectives and results plan for what Danish Decommissioning should achieve in the current year.
Dec 17 The outer parts of the reactor are next in line
The top of Danish Reactor 3 is now naked and exposed, ready to be cut up.
09 Dec We no longer collect waste
Danish Decommissioning will continue to receive but no longer pick up radioactive waste. We regret any inconvenience this decision may have for our customers.
Dec 02 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.
Nov 13 An evening in a constructive mood
On 11 November, Danish Decommissioning invited locals to a dialogue on the plans for a new, upgraded storage facility.
Oct 15 Citizens' meeting on new storage facility
Come to the citizens' meeting and open house on 11 November about the new, upgraded storage facility to be built on Risø. Denmark's radioactive waste must be stored until 2073 at the latest.
Oct 08 Total consultancy for new storage facility tendered
We are now looking for a full service adviser to the task of designing and constructing a new upgraded storage facility for the radioactive waste on Risø.
Sep 30 Temporary stop for waste collection
Danish Decommissioning has decided to stop collecting radioactive waste. The decision applies from today until further notice.