5 states offer to accept nuclear waste in exchange for help developing nuclear energy

The DOE has identified five states willing to accept nuclear waste in exchange for assistance in developing nuclear energy. These potential storage sites aim to resolve a long-standing disposal issue, facilitating the storage of over 95,000 metric tons of radioactive waste and spent nuclear fuel. The Trump administration is pursuing these agreements through signed memorandums to achieve significant progress in a multi-decade effort to manage the hazardous materials generated by nuclear power plants.