"Challenges of Nuclear Waste Governance" is the second volume of a comparative analysis that addresses the governance of nuclear waste and public participation in decision-making processes regarding the storage and sites of high-level radioactive waste and spent fuel in various countries. The contributions provide a comprehensive overview of the historical and current approaches that countries have adopted to tackle the complex challenges of nuclear waste management. The analyses highlight the respective regulations, technological decisions, safety criteria, cost and financing issues, compensation models, institutional structures, as well as the approaches to public participation found in each country. This specialized book is aimed at professionals and interested parties who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the multifaceted aspects of nuclear waste management and its governance.