Japan Approves Restart of World’s Largest Nuclear Plant Amid Protests
Japan’s Niigata Prefecture approves restart of Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear plant, sparking protests over safety concerns a decade after Fukushima.
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Japan Advances Restart of World’s Largest Nuclear Plant Amid Energy Shift
Japan moves to restart the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear plant, the world’s largest, as part of its 2040 energy strategy. Niigata’s approval marks a pivotal step in reducing fossil fuel dependence.
TEPCO Begins Second Phase of Fukushima Reactor Fuel Debris Removal
TEPCO starts second trial extraction of fuel debris at Fukushima Daiichi Unit 2, advancing cleanup efforts amid the plant’s decades-long decommissioning.
New Radioactive Water Leak Reported at Japan’s Fukushima Nuclear Plant
About 25 tonnes of radioactive water have leaked within the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, sparking renewed safety concerns amid ongoing ocean discharge of treated contaminated water.
Fukushima Nuclear Plant Detects 25-Tonne Radioactive Water Leak
A 25-tonne radioactive water leak has been detected at Fukushima’s Reactor Unit 2. TEPCO assures the public there’s no environmental risk as investigations begin.
Japan to Begin Fifth Discharge of Fukushima Nuclear Wastewater on April 19
Japan will begin its fifth release of nuclear-contaminated wastewater from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant into the ocean on April 19, Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) announced.
TEPCO Unveils New Safety Measures at Fukushima Nuclear Plant
TEPCO announces new safety installations at Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant to prevent future contaminated water leaks, following recent incidents at the facility.
Japan Commences Fourth Release of Fukushima Wastewater into Ocean
Japan has commenced the fourth release of treated wastewater from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant into the Pacific Ocean, sparking renewed concerns both domestically and internationally.
TEPCO Reports Open Valves Caused Radioactive Leak at Fukushima Plant
TEPCO reports that open valves led to a radioactive water leak at Fukushima Daiichi plant, spilling 1.5 tonnes of contaminated water due to worker oversight.
Japan Commences Third Release of Treated Fukushima Water Amid Renewed Concerns
Japan has begun the third release of treated water from the Fukushima nuclear plant, sparking renewed safety and environmental concerns amid incidents at the facility.
Japan Begins Controversial Release of Fukushima Treated Wastewater into Pacific Ocean
Japan has started releasing treated radioactive wastewater from the Fukushima nuclear plant into the Pacific Ocean, sparking international concern and debate over environmental and safety implications.
Japan’s Nuclear Wastewater Discharge Sparks Global Environmental Concerns
Japan’s plan to release treated nuclear wastewater into the Pacific Ocean has raised global environmental concerns, with neighboring countries and scientists questioning the potential impact on ecosystems and human health.