Zwilag, Nuclear waste repository in Würenlingen, Switzerland
The Zwilag facility contains multiple specialized storage halls for different categories of radioactive materials, including spent fuel elements and vitrified waste.
The operating company Zwischenlager Würenlingen AG initiated its operations in 1990, receiving the first fuel assemblies and glass molds in 2001.
The facility represents Switzerland's methodical approach to nuclear waste management through stringent safety protocols and comprehensive storage solutions.
The storage facility maintains a capacity for 200 transport and storage casks, processing waste from nuclear power plants, research facilities, healthcare, and industrial applications.
Natural air circulation through wall and roof openings manages the heat output of stored materials, which initially reaches 40 to 50 kilowatts per steel cask.
GPS coordinates: 47.54111,8.23167
Latest update: March 10, 2025 08:16
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