Analysis of Nuclear Power Plant Decommissioning Costs

U.S. Energy Information Administration
U.S. Department of Energy
Project completed in 2000.

Synapse prepared a detailed analysis of the costs of decommissioning nuclear power plants, comparing the cost implications of prompt dismantlement versus delayed dismantlement.  The study included regression analysis and sensitivities to assumptions of labor costs, waste burial costs, and other decommissioning costs.  Project completed in 2000.