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A Robot Begins Removal of Melted Fuel From the Fukushima Nuclear Plant. It Could Take a Century.

A Robot Begins Removal of Melted Fuel From the Fukushima Nuclear Plant. It Could Take a Century.

By Mari Yamaguchi
The robot’s two-week trip is a crucial step in a decades-long process to decommission the plant and deal with large amounts of highly radioactive melted fuel inside.

Why Fears About Fukushima Water Release Are Overblown

Why Fears About Fukushima Water Release Are Overblown

By OKAMOTO Koji
The release of ALPS-treated water will have no physical effects on people or the environment.
Fukushima Disaster’s Impact on Health Will Be Challenged in Court   

Fukushima Disaster’s Impact on Health Will Be Challenged in Court   

By Thisanka Siripala
A link between radiation from the Fukushima nuclear disaster and cancer will be the focal point of the civil court case against operator TEPCO.

The International Brouhaha Over Fukushima Treated Water

The International Brouhaha Over Fukushima Treated Water

By SUZUKI Kazuto
The criticisms from China and South Korea are missing some crucial points.

Fukushima Chief: No Need to Extend Decommissioning Target

Fukushima Chief: No Need to Extend Decommissioning Target

By Associated Press
Despite recent setbacks, the head of Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant says the goal to fully decommission in 30-40 years is on track.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

Japan’s 3/11 Recovery Stalled by Fukushima Decommissioning Delays

Japan’s 3/11 Recovery Stalled by Fukushima Decommissioning Delays

By Thisanka Siripala
Delays in dismantling the disaster-stricken nuclear power complex cast doubt on whether recovery goals will move forward according to schedule.

Ex-TEPCO Executive Downplays Role in Fukushima Nuclear Meltdown

Ex-TEPCO Executive Downplays Role in Fukushima Nuclear Meltdown

By Thisanka Siripala
Three TEPCO leaders are on trial for allegedly delaying tsunami preparation measures.
Floating Nuclear Power Plants in Northeast Asia? A Daunting Prospect.

Floating Nuclear Power Plants in Northeast Asia? A Daunting Prospect.

By Tom Corben
Weak multilateral architecture, territorial disputes, and natural disaster vulnerability compound the unknowns of Russia’s new energy platform.

Japan's Nuclear Safety Problems Remain Five Years After Fukushima

Japan's Nuclear Safety Problems Remain Five Years After Fukushima

By Ryan Shaffer
Despite some improvements, there are still lingering issues that need to be addressed.

TEPCO Prosecution: A Sign That Japan’s Nuclear Industry Is in Free Fall

TEPCO Prosecution: A Sign That Japan’s Nuclear Industry Is in Free Fall

By Shaun Burnie
The criminal prosecution of TEPCO is another step in the process to end nuclear power in Japan.

Japan’s Nuclear Energy Choices

Japan’s Nuclear Energy Choices

By Kathleen Araújo
The country has the chance to create a more durable national energy strategy.
Beware Japan’s Coming Nuclear Problem: Report

Beware Japan’s Coming Nuclear Problem: Report

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Tokyo’s coming plutonium glut could pose nuclear dangers, a new report warns.

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