Planning and preparation

Background

We are interested in new technologies and techniques that can improve how we plan the management of our wastes. This is challenging due to the diversity, quantity and location of our wastes but also the long timescales and number of stakeholders involved.

Next steps

Get in touch with research@nda.gov.uk

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