Bundesgesellschaft für Endlagerung mbH (BGE)

The Bundesgesellschaft für Endlagerung (BGE) is a federal-owned company that specializes in the safe disposal of radioactive waste. Founded in July 2016, the BGE took over responsibility for the disposal projects Konrad and Morsleben as well as the Schachtanlage Asse II in April 2017. Additionally, it is responsible for the site selection for a suitable repository for high-level radioactive waste, based on the Site Selection Act (StandAG).

The main mission of the BGE is to protect the environment and human health through safe and responsible disposal of radioactive waste. This is done in accordance with strict legal requirements and taking into account the latest scientific findings. The BGE places great importance on transparency and public participation in decision-making processes.

• Repository Operation: The BGE operates several repositories, including Konrad and Morsleben, and is responsible for the safe storage of radioactive waste.
• Site Selection: It conducts scientific investigations to identify suitable locations for future repositories.
• Research and Development: Through its subsidiary BGE TECHNOLOGY GmbH, the BGE engages in international collaborations and projects to improve repository safety.

The BGE is committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions in disposal. It prioritizes safety and environmental protection in all decisions. Furthermore, the BGE promotes dialogue with the public and participates in educational and informational initiatives to raise awareness of the importance of safe disposal.

The BGE is financially supported by the state-managed fund for the financing of nuclear waste disposal (KENFO) and through tax revenues. The supervisory board, which is equally composed of representatives from the shareholders and employees, oversees the company's work. The BGE adheres to the principles of the Public Corporate Governance Code to ensure transparency and responsible corporate governance.

The BGE is an important player in the field of nuclear waste disposal in Germany and continuously works to address the challenges of disposal through innovative solutions and close collaboration with science and society.

• 1 - https://www.bge.de/de/bge/organisation/
• 2 - https://www.bge.de/de/endlagersuche/unterlagen/
• 3 - https://www.bge-technology.de/unternehmen/muttergesellschaft-bge/
• 4 - https://www.bge.de/de/endlagersuche/unterlagen/korrespondenzen/
• 5 - https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bundesgesellschaft_f%C3%BCr_Endlagerung