Energy & environment · 08/12/2011

U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Denies Petition for Rulemaking on Tritium Exit Signs

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has denied a petition by the Association of State and Territorial Solid Waste Management Officials (ASTSWMO) to amend its regulations for labeling and accountability of tritium exit signs, citing concerns over potential groundwater and surface water contamination.