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- Amin Shahrokhi
(Department of Radiochemistry and Radioecology, Research Centre for Biochemical, Environmental and Chemical Engineering, University of Pannonia, 8200 Veszprém, Hungary)
- Lordford Tettey-Larbi
(Department of Radiochemistry and Radioecology, Research Centre for Biochemical, Environmental and Chemical Engineering, University of Pannonia, 8200 Veszprém, Hungary)
- Esther Osei Akuo-ko
(Department of Radiochemistry and Radioecology, Research Centre for Biochemical, Environmental and Chemical Engineering, University of Pannonia, 8200 Veszprém, Hungary)
- Edit Tóth-Bodrogi
(Department of Radiochemistry and Radioecology, Research Centre for Biochemical, Environmental and Chemical Engineering, University of Pannonia, 8200 Veszprém, Hungary)
- Tibor Kovács
(Department of Radiochemistry and Radioecology, Research Centre for Biochemical, Environmental and Chemical Engineering, University of Pannonia, 8200 Veszprém, Hungary)
Abstract
The concept of radiological sustainability has been reviewed using the possibility of the reutilization of NORMs regarding the 2050 sustainable development concepts. This study is reviewing the capability of re-production of NORM residues based on their properties and the applicable treatment before reutilization. Linking the waste producers and construction materials industry as mineral end-users could contribute to the creation of industrial symbiosis and result in waste reduction and preserving natural resources on one hand, and CO 2 reducing and energy saving on the other hand. According to EU-BSS (European Basic Safety Standards Directive), the characterization of NORMs as a secondary raw material for use as construction materials is necessary, however as an additive or secondary material their radiological behavior and material properties are quite important regardless of their origin. This is to say that the reutilization of NORM residues provides a better financial and environmental solution while reducing possible radiological effects on humans. NORM residue or waste could become a high material resource for the cement industry. In this regard, the assessment of radium equivalents (Raeq) and external and internal indexes (I-indexes) are useful tools to classify NORM residues before their inclusion in building products. This assessment and/or indexes reflect the risk of external exposure much better than the specific activity concentration of Ra-226, Th-232 and K-40. Equally, building material properties such as density and thickness should be taken into consideration when designing building materials that contain NORM residue. Furthermore, mixtures or additives of NORM residues are proven to result in the reduction of activity concentration in the raw residue with other raw materials, and this offers flexible reuse options depending on the final product. By integrating radiological considerations into sustainable development initiatives, we can work towards a safer, healthier and more sustainable future.
Suggested Citation
Amin Shahrokhi & Lordford Tettey-Larbi & Esther Osei Akuo-ko & Edit Tóth-Bodrogi & Tibor Kovács, 2023.
"The New Conception of Radiological Sustainability Possibilities by Reutilization of Residues Products and Building Materials,"
Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 15(13), pages 1-13, July.
Handle:
RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:15:y:2023:i:13:p:10647-:d:1187890
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