Management of transuranic wastes throughout the world

Unit costs of waste management operations

“…Treatment may range from minimal operations (such as packaging or compaction) to more stringent operations (such as incineration or vitrification). Treatment options for TRU wastes include volume reduction, solidification, vitrification, and incineration (Lakey et al 1983). Unit costs for treatment by compaction range from $105 to $158/ft3.…”