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Oak Ridge Workers Monitor Wastewater by Smartphone

United Cleanup Oak Ridge workers are monitoring millions of gallons of landfill wastewater from smartphones after major infrastructure upgrades. The work is part of the U.S. Department of Energy’s nuclear cleanup mission and is described as supporting innovation and improved safety.
WHO: United Cleanup Oak Ridge workers
WHAT: UCOR workers began monitoring landfill wastewater from smartphones following infrastructure upgrades.
WHEN: Reported Oct 15, 2026 at 6:31 PM ET
WHERE: Oak Ridge, Tennessee
WHY: The remote monitoring supports innovation and improved safety in the U.S. Department of Energy’s nuclear cleanup mission.

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