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Fukushima nuclear disaster
May 21, 2021
The Legal Case Against Japan’s Fukushima Wastewater Decision
By Xiuxiu Zhang, Jeffrey Thaler, and Danning Zhu
The proposed discharge of wastewater from the Fukushima nuclear plant into the Pacific Ocean would violate Japan’s legal and environmental obligations.
April 08, 2021
Japan’s Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant Operators Penalized for Sloppy Safeguards at Niigata
By Thisanka Siripala
A series of safety breaches compounds fears that TEPCO has failed to learn from the Fukushima nuclear disaster in its bid to restart a Niigata nuclear power plant.
March 11, 2021
Why Japan Might Not Abandon Nuclear Power
By Maxime Polleri
10 years after Fukushima, nuclear power is still considered a key factor in issues surrounding energy security, global warming, technological expertise, and international security.
March 11, 2021
‘Great Walls’ and Geiger Counters: Life After Japan’s Triple Disaster
By Cristian Martini Grimaldi
Ten years after the Great East Japan Earthquake, the rebuilding process continues for the few who have returned to the region.
March 04, 2021
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.
March 13, 2020
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.
March 21, 2019
Rethinking Japan’s Energy Security 8 Years After Fukushima
By Xie Zhihai
To increase energy self-sufficiency after the 2011 nuclear disaster, renewables are Japan’s only option.
March 14, 2019
The Truth About Radiation in Fukushima
By Maxime Polleri
Despite government claims, radiation from the 2011 nuclear disaster is not gone.
December 03, 2018
Taiwan Votes to Maintain Import Ban on Fukushima Food Imports
By Thisanka Siripala
While Fukushima suffered a blow, trade ties between Japan and Taiwan avoided any major impact.
October 31, 2018
Ex-TEPCO Executive Downplays Role in Fukushima Nuclear Meltdown
By Thisanka Siripala
Three TEPCO leaders are on trial for allegedly delaying tsunami preparation measures.
April 14, 2016
Japan-Ukraine Relations: Untapped Potential
By Olena Mykal
With shared interests and experiences, Japan-Ukraine relations should be booming. Why aren't they?
September 30, 2015
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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