Radioactive waste exists today and will be produced in the service time of the existing nuclear power plants, even if Switzerland phases out nuclear energy as a source for the production of electricity. more

The principal objective of a deep geological repository for radioactive waste is to protect human and the environment both in the short term and in the long term. In contrast to an end-storage facility, the deep geological repository concept embodies the principle of recoverability. more

The search for suitable sites for deep geological repositories is regulated by the "Deep Geological Repository" sectoral plan. The general population and all interested organisations receive comprehensive information and are also given an opportunity to actively participate. more

The "Newsletter Tiefenlager" informs about the actual stand of the waste management (only available in german). more

You find on this page the media releases of the Swiss Federal Office of Energy about the radioactive waste management. The factsheets contain basic information. more

Find out more about frequently asked questions concerning radioactive waste. more