For Immediate Release March 16, 2005 |
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Statement From Secretary of Energy, Samuel Bodman | |
“During the document review process associated with the Licensing Support Network preparation for the “The Department of Energy has initiated a scientific investigation of the data and documentation that was part of this modeling activity. If in the course of that review any work is found to be deficient, it will be replaced or supplemented with analysis and documentation that meets appropriate quality assurance standards to ensure that the scientific basis of the project is sound. We are conducting a thorough review of all work completed by the identified individuals to ensure that other work was not affected. “Additionally, we have informed the US Geological Survey and the State of “I am greatly disturbed by the possibility that any of the work related to the Yucca Mountain Project may have been falsified. This behavior indicated in the emails is completely unacceptable, and I have referred this matter to the Department of Energy’s Office of Inspector General for full investigation. “The safe handling and disposal of nuclear waste and the sound scientific basis for the repository safety analysis are priorities for this Administration and the Department of Energy. All related decisions have been, and will continue to be, based on sound science. “The fact remains that this country needs a permanent geological nuclear waste repository, and the Administration will continue to aggressively pursue that goal. We are committed to the safety and protection of the citizens of Media contact: Anne Womack-Kolton, 202/586-4940 |
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U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Public Affairs, Washington, D.C. |