Is Nuclear Waste Really Waste?

Why it was recommended

This talk from 2010 is really amazing at understanding what 'nuclear waste' actually is and what it will be.

Strong recommendationpanick21_ · Original2022-04

What it covers

In a 2010 Google Tech Talk, Kirk Sorensen gives an economic analysis of what spent nuclear fuel actually contains. He argues it is mostly valuable material that can be. It is for someone who already knows the basic terms and wants the next step.

Video details

Channel

Google TechTalks

Length

40 min 40 sec

Year

2010

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