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Controlling Radioactive Gas Emissions and Environmental Improvements in Radiopharmaceutical Production Facilities

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20m
M-Building (IAEA Headquarters, Vienna)

M-Building

IAEA Headquarters, Vienna

Vienna International Center - Wagramer Str 5 - PO Box 100, 1400 Vienna, Austria
POSTER Track 5 - Practical experiences in integrating safety and sustainable development

Speaker

Mr Mert Güzeller

Description

This paper focuses on the potential environmental impacts of the anticipated increase in radiopharmaceutical production facilities. Specifically, it addresses the growing concern of increased radioactive gas emissions resulting from the expansion of these facilities and proposes measures to mitigate these emissions. Additionally, it presents solutions and recommendations for improving stack systems and implementing environmental enhancements related to radioactive gas emissions in radiopharmaceutical production facilities.

Radiopharmaceutical production is recognized as a significant field in medical science today. However, the operations of these facilities can have adverse effects on the environment. Particularly, the release of radioactive gases into the atmosphere can lead to an increase in environmental radiation levels. Therefore, an effective management strategy must be adopted to minimize the environmental impacts of radiopharmaceutical production facilities.

This paper will discuss the current technologies and methods for controlling radioactive gas emissions in radiopharmaceutical production facilities. These include enhancing the efficiency of stack systems, utilizing gas treatment techniques, and exploring options for the recovery of radioactive gases. Additionally, innovative approaches for evaluating the energy efficiency and sustainability aspects of radiopharmaceutical production facilities will be addressed.

In conclusion, it is crucial to prevent the escalation of radiation levels resulting from the increasing number of radiopharmaceutical production facilities and mitigate their environmental impacts. Enhancing stack systems and controlling radioactive gas emissions are essential steps towards achieving this goal. This paper aims to provide a roadmap for promoting environmentally friendly practices and embracing sustainability principles in radiopharmaceutical production facilities.

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