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Japan Nuclear Regulatory Authority
Predicting Volcanoes a Risky Game for Japan’s Reactors
By Clint Richards
A catastrophic eruption may not accommodate Kyushu Electric’s five-year removal timeline.
Will Japan’s Volcanic Eruption Further Delay Nuclear Restart?
By Clint Richards
Japan’s seismic unpredictability is once again sparking domestic fears.
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Abe May Issue “Guarantees” for Nuclear Plants
By Clint Richards
A legal restart is complicated by the government’s own guidelines, popular sentiment and poor cleanup.
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Persistent Nuclear Waste From Fukushima Inhibits Restarts
By Clint Richards
Fukushima’s long-term problems will make public acceptance of a general nuclear restart difficult.
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Abe, Energy Sector Keep Restart On Track
By Clint Richards
Amidst public opposition, the government and energy companies feel constrained to resume nuclear power.
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Japan Nuclear Regulator Leaning Toward Restarts
By Clint Richards
Changes to the Nuclear Regulatory Authority could speed up the industry’s inspection process.
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