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Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant
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.
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TEPCO Prosecution: A Sign That Japan’s Nuclear Industry Is in Free Fall
March 04, 2016
TEPCO Prosecution: A Sign That Japan’s Nuclear Industry Is in Free Fall
The criminal prosecution of TEPCO is another step in the process to end nuclear power in Japan.
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TEPCO Prosecution: A Sign That Japan’s Nuclear Industry Is in Free Fall
Japan’s Nuclear Energy Choices
October 22, 2015
Japan’s Nuclear Energy Choices
The country has the chance to create a more durable national energy strategy.
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Japan’s Nuclear Energy Choices
Beware Japan’s Coming Nuclear Problem: Report
September 30, 2015
Beware Japan’s Coming Nuclear Problem: Report
Tokyo’s coming plutonium glut could pose nuclear dangers, a new report warns.
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Beware Japan’s Coming Nuclear Problem: Report
The Long Haul for Fukushima
November 19, 2014
The Long Haul for Fukushima
Costs and complications of the cleanup underscore the magnitude of Japan’s nuclear question.
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The Long Haul for Fukushima
A Small But Important Milestone in the Fukushima Cleanup
November 07, 2014
A Small But Important Milestone in the Fukushima Cleanup
Plus Sendai disaster plans and Fukushima reconstruction progress. Weekly Japan nuclear energy links.
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A Small But Important Milestone in the Fukushima Cleanup
The Future of Japanese Energy
October 22, 2014
The Future of Japanese Energy
Tokyo hopes to make cheaper LNG and renewables the basis of its energy supply.
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The Future of Japanese Energy
Three Approaches to Japan’s Energy Problem
September 18, 2014
Three Approaches to Japan’s Energy Problem
New technologies are available, but have yet to gain popular acceptance.
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Three Approaches to Japan’s Energy Problem
Interview: Japan’s Post-Nuclear Future
September 18, 2014
Interview: Japan’s Post-Nuclear Future
The Wall Street Journal’s Mari Iwata speaks about the future of Japan’s energy industry.
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Interview: Japan’s Post-Nuclear Future
Japan to Begin Decommissioning Old Reactors
September 05, 2014
Japan to Begin Decommissioning Old Reactors
The government looks to save money while restarting new reactors. Weekend nuclear industry links.
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Japan to Begin Decommissioning Old Reactors
Waste Storage, Reactor Dismantlement Show Positive Signs For Fukushima
August 26, 2014
Waste Storage, Reactor Dismantlement Show Positive Signs For Fukushima
With new storage facilities, cleanup and dismantlement may become a quicker process.
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Waste Storage, Reactor Dismantlement Show Positive Signs For Fukushima
Abe May Issue “Guarantees” for Nuclear Plants
August 20, 2014
Abe May Issue “Guarantees” for Nuclear Plants
A legal restart is complicated by the government’s own guidelines, popular sentiment and poor cleanup.
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Abe May Issue “Guarantees” for Nuclear Plants
Fukushima Facing a Long Road to Recovery
August 19, 2014
Fukushima Facing a Long Road to Recovery
As residents move back and food exports resume, the long-term stigma will be difficult to overcome.
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Fukushima Facing a Long Road to Recovery
As Radioactive Water Accumulates, TEPCO Eyes Pacific Ocean As Dumping Ground
August 17, 2014
As Radioactive Water Accumulates, TEPCO Eyes Pacific Ocean As Dumping Ground
TEPCO is running out of space to store contaminated water.
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As Radioactive Water Accumulates, TEPCO Eyes Pacific Ocean As Dumping Ground
Why Japan Will Drive Global LNG Growth
August 08, 2014
Why Japan Will Drive Global LNG Growth
There is little reason to expect Japan’s reactors will offset its voracious new appetite for LNG.
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Why Japan Will Drive Global LNG Growth
TEPCO Faces Renewed Pressure Over Responsibility and Cleanup
August 01, 2014
TEPCO Faces Renewed Pressure Over Responsibility and Cleanup
The utility finds itself again facing legal indictments and safety accusations.
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TEPCO Faces Renewed Pressure Over Responsibility and Cleanup
Persistent Nuclear Waste From Fukushima Inhibits Restarts
July 30, 2014
Persistent Nuclear Waste From Fukushima Inhibits Restarts
Fukushima’s long-term problems will make public acceptance of a general nuclear restart difficult.
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Persistent Nuclear Waste From Fukushima Inhibits Restarts
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Helen Qiao: China Ready to Cushion Trade Shocks
August 07, 2018
Helen Qiao: China Ready to Cushion Trade Shocks
But re-opening liquidity floodgates is likely to be wisely avoided.
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