The Program consists of two stages: 2004-2006 (I stage) and 2007-2008 (II stage). The main objectives of the Program are: 1) elaboration of methods and technology for the improvement of safety and efficiency of nuclear and thermonuclear energy; 2) creation of the system of management of radioactive waste, including waste nuclear fuel; 3) introduction of ecologically safe technologies at all stages of the functioning of nuclear plants; 4) creation of the system of monitoring of environment and natural resources in the areas exposed to radiation risks as a part of common state system of environmental monitoring; 5) creation of the infrastructure and technologies for collection, processing and long-term storage of nuclear waste and waste nuclear fuel; 6) liquidation of radiation risks on the national territory.
Kazakhstan · 2004-04-12