Nuclear waste storage Ahaus, Interim radioactive waste repository in Ahaus, Germany.
The Ahaus Nuclear Fuel Interim Storage Facility is a site that stores spent fuel elements from German power plants. The facility consists of two storage areas separated by a reception zone, where spent fuel is held in specially designed transport containers.
Construction of this facility took place from 1984 to 1990, and it received its initial operating license in 1997. It was built to temporarily store spent fuel elements from power plants until their final disposal.
The facility represents Germany's systematic approach to nuclear waste management, reflecting national commitments to responsible energy transition policies.
The site operates under continuous monitoring and regulatory oversight to maintain safety standards. Visitors should check ahead about access, as entry may be restricted for security reasons.
The facility stores around 329 specialized CASTOR containers that hold spent fuel elements from various reactor types. These transport containers are engineered to provide some of the most secure and reliable storage possible.
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