Developing a framework for the effective implementation of a borehole disposal system
Closed for proposals
Project Type
Coordinated Research Project
Project Code
T22002CRP
2228Approved Date
19 December 2018
Status
Active - Ongoing
Start Date
14 August 2019
Expected End Date
31 December 2023
Participating Countries
Australia
Brazil
Bulgaria
Canada
China
France
Germany
Indonesia
Norway
South Africa
United States of America
Objectives
To further strengthen the supporting information on the borehole disposal of DSRS making the borehole disposal option more readily licensable and implementable.
Specific objectives
Define a reference design envelope, including details and technical specifications of the designs of disposal containers, boreholes, mobile source conditioning facilities (Mobile Hot Cell, Mobile Tool Kit, etc.) and an envelope of potentially suitable geologies (including guidance on siting and site characterisation)
Develop a QA/QC plan supporting the implementation of and confidence in the concept
Expand and consolidate the technical and scientific basis underpinning the concept