2. Social and Ethical Dimensions

This series of papers is designed to suggest social and ethical dimensions of managing radioactive waste for the purpose of promoting a broader dialogue on these important considerations.

	2-1 Ethics of High Level Nuclear Fuel Waste Disposal in Canada
	Peter Timmerman, York University Ethical Considerations: initial suggestion and exploration of key ethical questions related to used nuclear fuel management decision-making.

	2-2 Social Issues Associated with the Atomic Energy of Canada Limited Nuclear Fuel Waste Management and Disposal Concept
	Mark Stevenson, MAS Consulting Summary of the social issues raised concerning deep geological disposal concept during Seaborn Panel hearings.

	2-3 Key Social Issues Related to Nuclear Waste, or What Do Canadians Want to Do About Nuclear Waste?
	Maria Páez Victor, Victor Research Discussion paper suggesting social issues which should be addressed in decision making on long term management of used nuclear fuel.

	2-4 Long-Term Management of Nuclear Fuel Waste - Issues and Concerns Raised at Nuclear Facility Sites 1996 - 2003
	Chris Haussmann & Peter Mueller, Haussmann Consulting Overview of key issues and concerns regarding long term management of used nuclear fuel raised by the public, affected communities & key stakeholders during recent reactor site environmental assessments.

	2-5 Overview of European Initiatives: Towards a Framework to Incorporate Citizen Values and Social Considerations in Decision-making
	Kjell Andersson, Karita Research Overview of recent European experience, initiatives and lessons learned.

	2-6 A Review of Waste Facility Siting Case Studies Applicable to Spent Nuclear Fuel Management Facilities and Associated Infrastructure
	DPRA Inc. Review of six waste facility siting case studies.

	2-7 Ethical and Social Framework
	NWMO Roundtable on Ethics

	2-8 Incorporation of Seaborn Panel Recommendations

	2-9 Review of Factors Influencing 'Social Acceptability' - in considering long term waste management approaches

	Commissioned Comment and other contributions on Social and Ethical Considerations
	Ian Duncan on social dimensions, Charles McCombie on ethical considerations, JAL Robertson on ethical considerations...

Disclaimer

This report does not necessarily reflect the views or position of the Nuclear Waste Management Organization, its directors, officers, employees and agents (the "NWMO") and unless otherwise specifically stated, is made available to the public by the NWMO for information only. The contents of this report reflect the views of the author(s) who are solely responsible for the text and its conclusions as well as the accuracy of any data used in its creation. The NWMO does not make any warranty, express or implied, or assume any legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information disclosed, or represent that the use of any information would not infringe privately owned rights. Any reference to a specific commercial product, process or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise, does not constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or preference by NWMO.