USD 4.8 billion
Nuclear Waste Management Market Size, Share, Growth Analysis, By Type(High-Level Waste, Intermediate-Level Waste), By Method(Deep Geological Repositories, Surface Storage), By Application(Nuclear Power Plants, Research Institutions) - Industry Forecast 2024-2031
Report ID:
SQMIG10F2018 |
Region:
Global |
Published Date: April, 2024
Pages:
178
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Tables:
91 |
Figures:
76
Nuclear Waste Management Market Insights
Global Nuclear Waste Management Market size was valued at USD 4.8 billion in 2022 and is poised to grow from USD 4.89 billion in 2023 to USD 5.69 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 1.9% in the forecast period (2024-2031).
A growing reliance on nuclear power generates an equivalent demand for safe and effective disposal of waste, making the worldwide Nuclear Waste Management market a burgeoning one in recent years. In other words, increasing attention to environmental and public safety issues spurs investment in waste management.
The two main factors driving the trend are worldwide growth in nuclear energy power and global recognition of the need for an environmentally acceptable method to dispose of waste.
But difficulties such as the complexity of regulations, public concern and costs are involved in developing these advanced waste management technologies.
Surveys of the market show that new ideas, like deep geological repositories and upgrading waste treatment technologies are gaining ground. These disclose a responsible attitude toward nuclear waste problems in industry circles.
Market snapshot - 2024-2031
Global Market Size
Largest Segment
High-Level Waste
Fastest Growth
Intermediate-Level Waste
Growth Rate
1.9% CAGR
Global Nuclear Waste Management Market ($ Bn)
Country Share for North America Region (%)
Global Nuclear Waste Management Market By Waste ($ Bn)
Global Nuclear Waste Management Market By Waste (%)
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Nuclear Waste Management Market Segmental Analysis
The global nuclear waste management market is segmented into four major segments i.e. by waste type, waste management method, application, and region. Based on waste type, it is divided into high-level waste, intermediate-level waste, low-level waste. Based on waste management methods, it is bifurcated as deep geological repositories, surface storage, near-surface disposal, transmutation. Based on application it is segregated into nuclear power plants, research institutions, industrial applications. Based on region, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East & Africa.
Analysis by Type
With higher levels of radioactivity than other types of spent nuclear fuel, HLW is the biggest headache for those in the nuclear industry. Long-term, stable disposal options for HLW are even more important to technological progress and financial investment in waste management.
With the increasing number of nuclear facilities coming to the end of their operational lives, more and more ILW is produced in annual decommissioning operations. As Ilw consists of materials from a wide variety of applications (including reactor components), it is difficult to control and one cannot do without it, which makes development very complex.
Analysis by Waste Management
Deep geological repositories are regarded as a secure approach to sustainable isolation of high-level nuclear wastes from the environment. Other countries prefer geological repositories because they can satisfy the strict standards of many nations for permanent disposal.
Transmutation means basically transforming long-lived isotopes into shorter lived or stable ones, and thereby lowering the overall radioactivity of waste. Further research and development of transmutation technology, including accelerator-driven systems continue to make it a promising solution for waste disposal methods which can be safely maintained over the long run.
Global Nuclear Waste Management Market By Waste , 2022 (%)
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Nuclear Waste Management Market Regional Insights
The United States and Canada have a high concentration of nuclear power generation plants, which means these countries release large quantities of nuclear waste. However, countries of North America have polished waste management programs and stipulations regarding research into deep geological repositories as well.
Looking at the whole Asia-Pacific region, many countries such as China and India have developed nuclear power generation requirements, creating problems of increasing waste. Many countries in the Asia-Pacific have been investing heavily to develop nuclear infrastructure, and as a result there is urgent demand for ways of handling nuclear waste.
Global Nuclear Waste Management Market By Region, 2024-2031
- Largest
- Fastest
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Nuclear Waste Management Market Dynamics
Drivers
Increasing Global Reliance on Nuclear Power
- The growing global dependence on nuclear power as a low-carbon energy source only heightens the need for effective waste management. Environmental consciousness moves governments and industry to confront the problem of nuclear waste safely. Additionally, progress in reprocessing and immobilization technologies provides alternative means for the treatment of nuclear waste which are even better suited to environmental protection.
Restraints
High Complex Regulatory Landscape Surrounding Nuclear Waste
- The stringent controls demanded by the complex legal situation regarding nuclear waste disposal are one of the primary factors limiting market conditions. Another limiting factor is public resistance and lack of understanding regarding the environmental hazards in managing nuclear waste, plus people's fear for their lives.
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Nuclear Waste Management Market Competitive Landscape
Nuclear Waste Management jungle market Competition is active and diverse, the competitive landscape made up of both existing giants as well smaller firms offering nuclear waste solutions. Another aspect of waste management is comprehensive strategies, which usually involve cooperation between companies and government agencies or nuclear power plant operators.
Top Player’s Company Profiles
- Centralised Interim Storage Facility GmbH (CIS GmbH) (Germany)
- ONDRAF/NIRAS (Belgium)
- Nuclear Waste Management Organization of Japan (NUMO)
- Svensk Kärnbränslehantering AB (SKB) (Sweden)
- Posiva Oy (Finland)
- National Radioactive Waste Management Agency (NRWMA) (United Kingdom)
- United States Department of Energy (DOE) (USA)
- Areva (France)
- NAC International Ltd. (Canada)
- BWXT Nuclear Operations Group (USA)
- Perma-Fix Environmental Services, Inc. (USA)
- Studsvik Nuclear AB (Sweden)
- Bechtel Corporation (USA)
- Fluor Corporation (USA)
- Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (USA)
- Nuclear Waste Services Ltd. (United Kingdom)
- Transnuclear, Inc. (USA)
- EnergySolutions, Inc. (USA)
- Waste Control Specialists, Inc. (USA)
- BWXT Canada Ltd. (Canada)
Recent Developments
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In April 2024, Hanford Tank Waste Operations and Closure, or H2C, was granted $45 billion by the U.S. Department of Energy to perform the work at the Hanford Site. A 10-year contract has been re-awarded to the Virginia company tasked with cleaning up millions of gallons of radioactive and chemical waste.
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In January 2024, newcleo, the clean and safe nuclear technology company developing innovative Generation IV reactors using nuclear waste as fuel, closed its previously announced acquisitions of Pompes Rütschi SAS and Rütschi Fluid AG – the two firms are jointly referred to as the Rütschi Group.
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In December 2023, Swedish-headquartered global engineering, design and business consultancy, AFRY, announced plans to acquire two Hungarian nuclear safety consultancies. The firms, SOM System and TTSA Mérnökiroda, are known jointly as SOM. SOM’s services cover the full lifespan of nuclear power plants, from design to waste management to decomissioning.
Nuclear Waste Management Key Market Trends
- Rising Emphasis on Research and Development to Advance Waste Treatment Technologies: The rising popularity of R & D to promote waste treatment technology, including research into such things as improved re-processing agents and alternative disposal resources. Secondly, the trend of international cooperation and sharing activities is rapidly spreading. Countries share difficulties in nuclear waste management, therefore collaboration to address common challenges is necessary.
Nuclear Waste Management Market SkyQuest Analysis
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The analysis of the global nuclear waste management market shows it to be a very lively industry with several major trends and challenges. This is a market orchestrated by rising demand for nuclear power and the need for strategies to deal with waste disposal. But regulatory hurdles and public issues hold them back. The most important factor is type of product, with high-level waste demanding advanced treatment technologies. Regionally North America dominates the market because all nuclear facilities are concentrated there. Asia-Pacific has captured rapid growth with its high use of nuclear energy. Three key trends are technological development, international cooperation and transparency in public affairs issues. Each shows the determination of the industry to practice responsible nuclear waste management.
| Report Metric | Details |
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| Market size value in 2022 | USD 4.8 billion |
| Market size value in 2031 | USD 5.69 billion |
| Growth Rate | 1.9% |
| Base year | 2023 |
| Forecast period | 2024-2031 |
| Forecast Unit (Value) | USD Billion |
| Segments covered |
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| Regions covered | North America (US, Canada), Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific (China, India, Japan, Rest of Asia-Pacific), Latin America (Brazil, Rest of Latin America), Middle East & Africa (South Africa, GCC Countries, Rest of MEA) |
| Companies covered |
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Table Of Content
Executive Summary
Market overview
- Exhibit: Executive Summary – Chart on Market Overview
- Exhibit: Executive Summary – Data Table on Market Overview
- Exhibit: Executive Summary – Chart on Nuclear Waste Management Market Characteristics
- Exhibit: Executive Summary – Chart on Market by Geography
- Exhibit: Executive Summary – Chart on Market Segmentation
- Exhibit: Executive Summary – Chart on Incremental Growth
- Exhibit: Executive Summary – Data Table on Incremental Growth
- Exhibit: Executive Summary – Chart on Vendor Market Positioning
Parent Market Analysis
Market overview
Market size
- Market Dynamics
- Exhibit: Impact analysis of DROC, 2021
- Drivers
- Opportunities
- Restraints
- Challenges
- Exhibit: Impact analysis of DROC, 2021
- SWOT Analysis
KEY MARKET INSIGHTS
- Technology Analysis
- (Exhibit: Data Table: Name of technology and details)
- Pricing Analysis
- (Exhibit: Data Table: Name of technology and pricing details)
- Supply Chain Analysis
- (Exhibit: Detailed Supply Chain Presentation)
- Value Chain Analysis
- (Exhibit: Detailed Value Chain Presentation)
- Ecosystem Of the Market
- Exhibit: Parent Market Ecosystem Market Analysis
- Exhibit: Market Characteristics of Parent Market
- IP Analysis
- (Exhibit: Data Table: Name of product/technology, patents filed, inventor/company name, acquiring firm)
- Trade Analysis
- (Exhibit: Data Table: Import and Export data details)
- Startup Analysis
- (Exhibit: Data Table: Emerging startups details)
- Raw Material Analysis
- (Exhibit: Data Table: Mapping of key raw materials)
- Innovation Matrix
- (Exhibit: Positioning Matrix: Mapping of new and existing technologies)
- Pipeline product Analysis
- (Exhibit: Data Table: Name of companies and pipeline products, regional mapping)
- Macroeconomic Indicators
COVID IMPACT
- Introduction
- Impact On Economy—scenario Assessment
- Exhibit: Data on GDP - Year-over-year growth 2016-2022 (%)
- Revised Market Size
- Exhibit: Data Table on Nuclear Waste Management Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- Impact Of COVID On Key Segments
- Exhibit: Data Table on Segment Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- COVID Strategies By Company
- Exhibit: Analysis on key strategies adopted by companies
MARKET DYNAMICS & OUTLOOK
- Market Dynamics
- Exhibit: Impact analysis of DROC, 2021
- Drivers
- Opportunities
- Restraints
- Challenges
- Exhibit: Impact analysis of DROC, 2021
- Regulatory Landscape
- Exhibit: Data Table on regulation from different region
- SWOT Analysis
- Porters Analysis
- Competitive rivalry
- Exhibit: Competitive rivalry Impact of key factors, 2021
- Threat of substitute products
- Exhibit: Threat of Substitute Products Impact of key factors, 2021
- Bargaining power of buyers
- Exhibit: buyers bargaining power Impact of key factors, 2021
- Threat of new entrants
- Exhibit: Threat of new entrants Impact of key factors, 2021
- Bargaining power of suppliers
- Exhibit: Threat of suppliers bargaining power Impact of key factors, 2021
- Competitive rivalry
- Skyquest special insights on future disruptions
- Political Impact
- Economic impact
- Social Impact
- Technical Impact
- Environmental Impact
- Legal Impact
Market Size by Region
- Chart on Market share by geography 2021-2027 (%)
- Data Table on Market share by geography 2021-2027(%)
- North America
- Chart on Market share by country 2021-2027 (%)
- Data Table on Market share by country 2021-2027(%)
- USA
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- Canada
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- Europe
- Chart on Market share by country 2021-2027 (%)
- Data Table on Market share by country 2021-2027(%)
- Germany
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- Spain
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- France
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- UK
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- Rest of Europe
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- Asia Pacific
- Chart on Market share by country 2021-2027 (%)
- Data Table on Market share by country 2021-2027(%)
- China
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- India
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- Japan
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- South Korea
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- Latin America
- Chart on Market share by country 2021-2027 (%)
- Data Table on Market share by country 2021-2027(%)
- Brazil
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- Rest of South America
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- Middle East & Africa (MEA)
- Chart on Market share by country 2021-2027 (%)
- Data Table on Market share by country 2021-2027(%)
- GCC Countries
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- South Africa
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
- Rest of MEA
- Exhibit: Chart on Market share 2021-2027 (%)
- Exhibit: Market size and forecast 2021-2027 ($ million)
KEY COMPANY PROFILES
- Competitive Landscape
- Total number of companies covered
- Exhibit: companies covered in the report, 2021
- Top companies market positioning
- Exhibit: company positioning matrix, 2021
- Top companies market Share
- Exhibit: Pie chart analysis on company market share, 2021(%)
- Total number of companies covered
Methodology
For the Nuclear Waste Management Market, our research methodology involved a mixture of primary and secondary data sources. Key steps involved in the research process are listed below:
1. Information Procurement: This stage involved the procurement of Market data or related information via primary and secondary sources. The various secondary sources used included various company websites, annual reports, trade databases, and paid databases such as Hoover's, Bloomberg Business, Factiva, and Avention. Our team did 45 primary interactions Globally which included several stakeholders such as manufacturers, customers, key opinion leaders, etc. Overall, information procurement was one of the most extensive stages in our research process.
2. Information Analysis: This step involved triangulation of data through bottom-up and top-down approaches to estimate and validate the total size and future estimate of the Nuclear Waste Management Market.
3. Report Formulation: The final step entailed the placement of data points in appropriate Market spaces in an attempt to deduce viable conclusions.
4. Validation & Publishing: Validation is the most important step in the process. Validation & re-validation via an intricately designed process helped us finalize data points to be used for final calculations. The final Market estimates and forecasts were then aligned and sent to our panel of industry experts for validation of data. Once the validation was done the report was sent to our Quality Assurance team to ensure adherence to style guides, consistency & design.
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