If we wanted to, we could build breeder reactors that burn >90% of what we call ... | Hacker News

Hacker Newsnew | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submit

		adrianN on Oct 2, 2014 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: The USSR used a nuclear charge to stop a gas well ... If we wanted to, we could build breeder reactors that burn >90% of what we call waste today and leave only isotopes with relatively short half-lives.

the_solution on Oct 6, 2014 [–]

France tried doing that. I suggest you have a look how it turned out. Hint: It's an absoluty disaster in practice.

Consider applying for YC's Summer 2026 batch! Applications are open till May 4
Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact