Old nuclear-site concrete could become a powerful tool for trapping strontium-90, a dangerous radioactive contaminant. This discovery could transform how we manage radioactive waste.

Crushed concrete can remove up to 90% of strontium-90 from contaminated water.

This method could drastically reduce cleanup costs at nuclear legacy sites.

Next steps include scaling up the process for real-world applications.

This innovation highlights the potential of turning waste into a resource.

Crushed concrete removes 90% of strontium-90 from contaminated water.

How Crushed Concrete Could Trap Strontium-90 at Nuclear Sites