Radioactive Nuclear Waste - A Problem Not Going Away - Part 1

Explore the critical issue of radioactive nuclear waste management in this 30-minute video, the first in a three-part series from APS Physics. Listen to invited speaker Nicole Nelson-Jean discuss the challenges and complexities surrounding the disposal of nuclear waste, a persistent problem facing the scientific community and society at large. Gain insights into current approaches, potential solutions, and the long-term implications of radioactive waste storage. Recorded during the APS March Meeting, this talk is part of a session chaired by Cherrill Spencer from SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, offering a comprehensive look at one of the most pressing environmental and technological challenges of our time.