nuclear fuel cycle
The nuclear fuel cycle encompasses uranium mining, enrichment, nuclear fuel production, spent fuel storage, reprocessing, and final disposal.EMRC is committed to fully adhering to safety standards during uranium exploration and extraction to ensure the protection of workers,
the environment, and society. It also ensures compliance with nuclear safety requirements at all stages of the nuclear fuel cycle, excluding the reactor stage, while ensuring the safe handling of spent fuel and radioactive waste generated by nuclear facilities and establishments.
Radioactive Waste Treatment Facility
The Authority has granted a site and construction permit as well as an operational license for the radioactive waste treatment facility associated with the Jordan Research and Training Reactor. The facility is ensured to comply with the highest safety standards in accordance with global benchmarks.
This facility will process low- and intermediate-level radioactive waste generated by the Jordan Research and Training Reactor.