The nuclear waste problem can be solved by further burning it in fast breeder reactors. The problem is they're quite expensive to build and operate. The VVER P

The nuclear waste problem can be solved by further burning it in fast breeder reactors. The problem is they're quite expensive to build and operate. The VVER PWRs have a good track record, yes. It is the RBMK reactor that is an irresponsible design. Just about every major nuclear power has a sub graveyard: http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-devon-28157707 http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-devon-28157707