Dounreay

Dounreay is a nuclear research facility located on the northern coast of Scotland, originally established in the 1950s. It was primarily used for developing and testing nuclear reactor technologies and fuel in a controlled environment. Over time, it ceased operations and is now undergoing decommissioning, which involves safely dismantling equipment and managing radioactive materials to protect the environment and public health. The site has complex waste management challenges due to its history of radioactive material use, and extensive efforts are underway to remediate and secure the area for the future.