Nuclear energy is considered one of the most effective solutions to produce electricity at low carbon emissionsbut presents a significant problem: the management of radioactive waste. These waste, if not treated correctly, can cause contamination and irradiation, putting health and the environment at risk.
To face this challenge, MANIX ENERGY CANADA INC. has developed Watssan innovative technological process that allows convert nuclear waste into stable saltsusable in specialized reactors for energy production. This system not only reduces the amount of slag, but transforms a problem into an opportunity, recovering precious materials from the exhausted fuel.
The heart of the Watss process consists in theExtraction of transuranial subjectsor radioactive elements present in nuclear waste. MOLIX says that 90% of these substances can be recovered in just 24 hourswith further improvement margins through greater optimization of treatment times.
Second Rory O’Sullivan, CEO of Molix Energythis technology is essential to respond to the growing demand for energy. The company underlines how the Watss process It significantly reduces the risks and responsibilities related to the management of nuclear waste, transforming them into a precious energy resource.
The importance of an innovation of this type is evident if the data released by the United Nations are considered: in 2024 417 nuclear reactors in the world were operational, with another 62 under construction. Solutions such as Watss could therefore have a significant impact in the management of waste of these systems.
The phases of the Watss process for the treatment of nuclear waste
The transformation of nuclear waste with Watss It happens through A series of targeted passages:
- Exhausable fuel preparation: the materials are subjected to a process of obsidorduction to change their chemical composition.
- Separation of transuranial subjects: through the use of Fusi saltsthe radioactive elements are extracted from uranium.
- Elimination of fission products: unusable residues are removed, while the recovered matter is refined.
- Production of stable salts: The final result is a mixture based on fluoride or chloride, reusable in the reactors.
An important aspect is that the Watss installations must be placed near nuclear power plantsin order to Reduce the risks related to the transport of waste and optimize their treatment.
An alternative more advantageous than traditional methods
MOLIX ENERGY stresses that the process Watss present significant advantages compared to traditional nuclear waste management systems. First of all, it is simple to implement and offers a high resistance to nuclear proliferationa crucial factor in terms of safety.
While conventional methods focus mainly on collection, transport and storage of radioactive waste to reduce their environmental impact, Watss converts them into a reusable energy resource. This innovation could revolutionize the nuclear sector, making it more efficient and sustainable.
In France, for example, In 2021 725 million euros were spent for the management of radioactive wasteaccording to the data of the Ministry of the Environment and the ecological transition. Although this figure is lower than other environmental costs, such as the reclamation of soil and water, it still represents A significant burden for companies and public administrations. The adoption of technologies such as Watss it could therefore Reduce costs and improve the sustainability of the nuclear sector.
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