Friday, November 6, 2026

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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Overview

https://eageget.org/short-course-5/

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Details

Structural geology and geomechanics play a central role in the safe and sustainable management of nuclear waste, particularly where long-term mechanical stability and geological integrity must be ensured over timescales of thousands to millions of years. The course begins by outlining the broader context of nuclear waste management and the rationale for geological disposal as the preferred long-term solution for high-level and long-lived radioactive waste. Key repository principles such as isolation, containment, and the use of engineered and natural barriers are introduced. Within this framework, structural geology is presented as a critical discipline, as faults, fractures, folds, and other deformation features directly influence rock strength, permeability, and long-term stability.