All Flashcards
What is the Nuclear Waste Policy Act (NWPA)?
US law for high-level radioactive waste disposal.
What is the purpose of Low-Level Radioactive Waste Policy?
To regulate the handling of less dangerous radioactive waste.
What are the general steps of recycling?
Collection, processing, manufacturing into new products, and purchasing recycled products.
What are the steps of composting?
Collect organic waste, mix greens and browns, maintain moisture and aeration, allow decomposition, and use compost.
Describe the process of anaerobic digestion.
Organic waste is broken down by microorganisms in the absence of oxygen, producing biogas and digestate.
What are the steps in landfill bioreactor operation?
Waste is placed in the landfill, liquid is added to enhance decomposition, biogas is collected, and leachate is managed.
Describe the process of phytoremediation.
Plants absorb pollutants from soil or water, breaking them down or storing them in their tissues.
What are the steps in activated sludge process?
Wastewater is aerated, microbes consume organic matter, solids settle, and treated water is discharged.
Describe the process of waste incineration.
Waste is burned at high temperatures, reducing its volume and generating heat that can be used to produce electricity.
What are the steps in creating compost?
Collect organic waste, layer green and brown materials, maintain moisture and aeration, and allow decomposition.
What is the process of landfill capping?
Covering a landfill with a layer of impermeable material to prevent water infiltration and gas escape.
What is the process of leachate collection?
Installing a system to collect leachate from a landfill to prevent groundwater contamination.
What is the purpose of the Nuclear Waste Policy Act (NWPA)?
US law for high-level radioactive waste disposal, establishing procedures and responsibilities.
What do landfill regulations typically address?
Siting, construction, operation, and closure of landfills to minimize environmental impact.
What is the aim of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) policies?
To make manufacturers responsible for the end-of-life management of their products.
What is the goal of Waste-to-Energy policies?
To convert waste into energy through incineration or other technologies.
What is the purpose of Recycling Mandates?
To require the recycling of specific materials by law.
What is the purpose of the Low-Level Radioactive Waste Policy?
To define rules for handling less dangerous radioactive waste.
What is the purpose of Nuclear Facility Decommissioning?
To ensure the safe shutdown and cleanup of nuclear plants.
What is the purpose of Nuclear Transport Regulations?
To ensure the safe packaging and transport of radioactive materials.
What is the purpose of Radiation Protection Regulations?
To protect workers and the public from radiation.
What is the aim of Zero Waste Policies?
To eliminate landfill waste through reduction, reuse, and recycling.