APPLICATION OF MODERN TECHNOLOGIES IN ENSURING ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Abstract
The article examines modern methods for determining the boundaries of exclusion zones around nuclear power plants, with an emphasis on the recommendations of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). International and national practices are analyzed, including the experiences of the Chernobyl and Fukushima nuclear power plants, as well as the Semipalatinsk nuclear test site. The study highlights the importance of applying modern technologies to improve risk management efficiency and ensure radiation safety in areas adjacent to nuclear facilities. One of the key directions of economic development in the Republic of Kazakhstan is the rational use of natural resources while ensuring environmental and industrial safety within the influence zone of nuclear power plants. In this context, special attention is paid to the protection of mineral and water resources, including Lake Balkhash, underground water reserves, and the Akbakai gold ore zone adjacent to the NPP construction area. A method for creating a geodynamic polygon is proposed, which enables effective monitoring of deformation dynamics and allows for adjustments in land valuation depending on pollution levels.
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