MysticDaedra t1_j5swbjp wrote on January 25, 2023 at 9:32 AM Reply to Hey, can someone explain to me why we are not stending nuclear waste into space having a reliable rocket that can carry a decent amounts of cargo? I'm thinking about Falcon Heavy. One start a year would mean that US doesn't need to store anymore waste underground. by William0fBaskerville We already don't store nuclear waste underground. Modern radioactive waste containers are extremely safe and durable. Permalink 3
MysticDaedra t1_j5swbjp wrote
Reply to Hey, can someone explain to me why we are not stending nuclear waste into space having a reliable rocket that can carry a decent amounts of cargo? I'm thinking about Falcon Heavy. One start a year would mean that US doesn't need to store anymore waste underground. by William0fBaskerville
We already don't store nuclear waste underground. Modern radioactive waste containers are extremely safe and durable.