The National Citizens’ Oversight Committee is an independent, pluralistically assembled social committee. Scientists, students, interested citizens - the spectrum of the members reflects the diversity of society. The goal is to mediate in the search for the final repository for highly radioactive waste - in an independent, transparent and participatory manner.

The key task of the National Citizens’ Oversight Committee is providing mediatory and independent assistance in the site selection procedure. The committee is particularly tasked with monitoring public participation. The goal: Enabling trust in the process.

How does the search for a repository work in practice? Who are the key players? And what are the next steps in the process? You can find answers related to the search for a repository in our FAQs.