Low-level biodegradable and mixed wastes

["Leif E. Peterson, PH.D." <PETERSON@plato.jsc.nasa.gov>]

Dear Radsafers:

Given the increasingly difficult conditions that most low-level 
(cocktail) waste generators now face, that is, high-costs of disposal
and lack of storage space, what are the "tips and tricks" or alternative 
solutions for getting rid of:

1).  Biodegradable cocktail solutions with low-levels of C-14 and H-3?

2).  Scintillation counting solutions (mixed waste with toluene)?

What are the advantanges and disadvantages of incineration, disposal in
the sewer system, burial, long-term storage?  What are the most popular
methods for dealing with biodegradable and mixed low-level wastes?

Your suggestions will be gratefully appreciated.

With best regards,

Leif Peterson
peterson@plato.jsc.nasa.gov