Summary of session on future DOE low-level waste management

The objectives of the session were to try to identify some of the major issues and factors which will likely impact the way the DOE manages the wastes it generates and disposes of at its facilities. Session papers then tried to discuss an approach that DOE is looking at to address these concerns. And finally the session took a look at two sites to see how they are addressing some of these changes and factors. Papers presented at the session are summarized. The major issues and conclusions that resulted from this session involve three areas: potential implications of RCRA on LLW management; a systems approach to the design of a LLW management system; and the development of an integrated system. Each of these are discussed