The reversible storage of radioactive wastes

As the demand for reversibility in the case of radioactive waste disposal is supposed to meet concerns regarding the ability to retrieve parcels in case of problem, the possibility to make choices for future generations whenever better management solutions would emerge, and the need to act with prudence on this complex issue which corresponds to a commitment on a long term, the authors describe the Andra's approach to reversibility. This approach relies on technical measures aimed at easing the possible retrieval of parcels, and on a decision process which allows the disposal process to be steered in relationship with the progressive development of the storage centre and its step-by-step closure