Syvyysvarastoinnin
Syvyysvarastoinnin is a Finnish term that translates to "deep storage" or "deep warehousing." It refers to the practice of storing items, often waste or goods, in underground facilities. This method is typically employed for materials that require long-term isolation from the surface environment, such as spent nuclear fuel or certain types of hazardous waste. The geological stability and natural containment provided by deep rock formations are key advantages of this storage approach.
The concept of syvyysvarastoinnin is not limited to waste management. It can also be used for the
Finland, in particular, has been a pioneer in the development of deep geological repositories for spent nuclear