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National Radioactive Waste Disposal InstituteRef: https://www.nrwdi.org.za/why-nrwdi/

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Source domain: nrwdi.org.za

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What this means

The document describes NRWDI (National Radioactive Waste Disposal Institute) as a South African state-owned entity established to manage and dispose of radioactive waste. It outlines NRWDI's mandate to develop acceptance and disposal criteria, assess waste for disposal, issue disposal certificates, and operate disposal facilities in compliance with regulatory requirements. It provides background on the institute's legal basis (NRWDI Act No. 53 of 2008, effective 1 December 2009) and notes its role within the national nuclear waste management framework, including career and tender opportunities. It also mentions contact details and general information about operations and policy context.

Facts

Places

City of Tshwane, Gauteng

Reference

https://www.nrwdi.org.za/why-nrwdi/

Key Takeaways

parties: National Radioactive Waste Disposal Institute (NRWDI), South Africa
reference: NRWDI Act No. 53 of 2008 (effective 1 December 2009)
mandate: develop waste acceptance and disposal criteria, assess waste, issue disposal certificates, manage/operate/monitor disposal facilities
scope: all classes of radioactive waste and regulatory compliance
contact: info@nrwdi.org.za, postal address Private Bag X1, Pretoria 0001