Local Acceptance of a High-Level Nuclear Waste Repository

摘要: The siting of nuclear waste facilities has been very difficult in all countries. Recent experience Sweden indicates, however, that it may be possible, under certain circumstances, to gain local support for the a high-level (HLNW) repository. article reports on study attitudes and risk perceptions people living four municipalities where HLNW was being intensely discussed at political level, media, among public. Data showed relatively high level consensus acceptability least further investigation issue; two cases councils have since voted favor go-ahead, one case only small majority defeated issue. Models policy these were related attitude power, attributes perceived risk, trust. Factors responsible acceptance are several levels. One is which becoming more positive, probably because no viable alternatives sight. Other factors do with extensive information programs conducted municipalities, logical nature conclusion they would good candidates hosting national