Our Approach

Why should impacted projects or operations ensure safe and effective NORM management?


Practically speaking, Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM) contains natural radionuclides: Uranium or Thorium, including their decay products like Radium or Radon. As requirements for managing NORM continue to tighten, GeoEnergy Consult is committed to assisting mining and processing of Uranium, Rare Earths or further impacted resources in obtaining the necessary permits and operating safely.


Key concerns include ensuring the radiological safety of personnel and public, avoiding contamination of sites and facilities, and preventing potential liability risks. To achieve that troughout the lifecycle of impacted projects, tailored advice plays a crucial role:


  • For operators, the primary concern lies in safe and effective solutions; achieving this is essential to gain the confidence of regulators and secure the desired permits.

  • For investors, thorough analyses of proposed NORM management are needed, helping to identify hidden risks and determine the likelihood of getting permitted or any need for modifications.

  • Regulators welcome the vital role that mining and processing play in national economies; however, the benefits may be temporary if NORM is inadequately managed, leading to legacies rather than long-term assets.

While basically GeoEnergy Consult offers consultancy services – such as assessing technical options and developing capable solutions – we can also assist with engineering and implementation. Given that NORM management solutions are rarely available as one-size-fits-all options, we customize our solutions to meet the specific needs of each project.


The trend toward stricter NORM regulations is largely driven by public and institutional demand for enhanced sustainability and ESG compliance. As a result, developing solutions that align with those expectations is becoming increasingly critical. Projects that prioritize appropriate NORM management are likely to have a competitive edge over those that do not. Thus, the overall emphasis on sustainability should be viewed as an opportunity rather than a burden.


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