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To design and build a deep geological repository for used (spent) nuclear fuel in Northeastern Canada in a massive area of barren Archean rock.
To provide a safe and secure solution that will protect the environment for current and future generations under every possible circumstance.
To implement a system to transport used fuel to the repository predominately by waterways rather than road or rail.
To build a repository allowing future retrieval and reprocessing of spent nuclear fuel.
To involve local communities in project development, creating career opportunities.
To operate the repository and transport system as a Monitored/Retrievable Storage (MRS) facility for the benefit of the energy industry and the safety of the environment.
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Located in a massive, highly stable geological formation.
Minimal presence of ground and surface water.
Located on a far Northern East Coast - no population downwind.
Near zero human and animal population over 150,000 square mile area.
Deep-harbor sea access to repository.
Safer and direct transport by waterway from most North American nuclear power plants.
Topology allows for complete security control of access.
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