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TEPCO

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.

March 04, 2016
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.

March 01, 2016
3 TEPCO Execs To Face Trial for Fukushima Nuclear Disaster
By Mina Pollmann
Nearly five years after the Fukushima meltdown, three executives have been indicted for the disaster.

November 19, 2014
The Long Haul for Fukushima
By Clint Richards
Costs and complications of the cleanup underscore the magnitude of Japan’s nuclear question.

November 07, 2014
A Small But Important Milestone in the Fukushima Cleanup
By Clint Richards
Plus Sendai disaster plans and Fukushima reconstruction progress. Weekly Japan nuclear energy links.

August 26, 2014
Waste Storage, Reactor Dismantlement Show Positive Signs For Fukushima
By Clint Richards
With new storage facilities, cleanup and dismantlement may become a quicker process.

August 17, 2014
As Radioactive Water Accumulates, TEPCO Eyes Pacific Ocean As Dumping Ground
By Nick Cunningham
TEPCO is running out of space to store contaminated water.

August 01, 2014
TEPCO Faces Renewed Pressure Over Responsibility and Cleanup
By Clint Richards
The utility finds itself again facing legal indictments and safety accusations.

July 30, 2014
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.

July 15, 2014
Japan Sweats Its Energy Grid
By Clint Richards
A grid built around nuclear power is destined to be perpetually pushed to its limit.

July 01, 2014
The Summer of Japan’s Energy Discontent
By Clint Richards
With another energy-saving campaign this summer, Japanese utilities may look for profits abroad.

June 19, 2014
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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