OVERALL OBJECTIVE
Dozens of uranium mining/milling sites have been shut down over the last
few years. To ensure long-term stabilization and isolation of residues
is but one element in sustainable and environmentally responsible plant
operation schemes. However, legal requirements, environmental targets and
standards, economic resources available, and hence the actual management
and remediation/restoration practices may vary considerably from Member
State to Member State. This CRP is proposed as one step towards raising
the awareness of potential problems and assisting Member States in the
development of efficient procedures and processes for the sustainable long-term
management and, if deemed appropriate, remediation of uranium mining/milling
waste sites, and to encourage a harmonized and systematic approach where
feasible.