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NUCLEAR ENERGY

Japan Times
WORLD / ANALYSIS
Oct 27, 2021
Nuclear power’s awkward role in crucial COP26 climate talks
Anti-nuclear nations from Austria to New Zealand have opposed attempts to label atomic technology with the same credentials as wind or solar power.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 26, 2021
Incumbent favoring nuclear waste disposal facility wins Hokkaido mayoral election
If all technical and political hurdles are cleared and the facility is built, waste from Japan's nuclear reactors would be transported to Suttsu.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 23, 2021
Fukui nuclear unit halted after missing deadline for antiterrorism steps
Kansai Electric Power Co. now aims to make the necessary changes to the Mihama No. 3 unit around September next year and restart operations in mid-October.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 22, 2021
Japan government OKs energy plan, aiming to double renewables by 2030
The plan aims to have renewable sources accounting for 36% to 38% of total power generation capacity in fiscal 2030.
Japan Times
WORLD / FOCUS
Oct 18, 2021
Nuclear analysts say watch China after gaming out Iran talks
That's the conclusion reached by top security analysts using game theory to forecast the next moves in the star-crossed talks.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 17, 2021
Japan’s carbon goal is based on restarting 30 nuclear reactors
The LDP has also been promoting the idea of building small modular reactors, saying they are safer than Japan's existing atomic plants.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 11, 2021
Industry minister vows to promote scrapping of Fukushima plant as top priority
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is also arranging a trip to the Fukushima complex over the next weekend as part of his first visit to the Tohoku region as leader of the country, sources said.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Oct 5, 2021
New Kishida administration faces divisions over future energy mix
With pro-nuclear figures in key positions in the new Cabinet and COP26 not far off, the next few weeks are likely to see intense debate on the balance between nuclear and renewables.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 3, 2021
Nuclear power nonprofit in Japan struggling to retain English newsletter
The Citizens' Nuclear Information Center based in Tokyo has published the free bimonthly Nuke Info Tokyo newsletter since 1987.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 26, 2021
Three PM hopefuls call for Japan to continue with nuclear fuel recycle program
Taro Kono, the only contender who has pushed for phasing out nuclear power, went against his leadership rivals and said Japan should pivot away from fuel recycling 'as soon as possible.'
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 24, 2021
Balance of nuclear and renewables looms large in LDP presidential race
While all candidates see some future for nuclear energy, they are divided on whether to increase its share of electricity generation and how to handle renewables.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 19, 2021
LDP hopefuls vow to introduce nuclear fusion and small modular reactors
Candidates Fumio Kishida and Sanae Takaichi also said Japan should in the meantime restart its currently idled reactors in order to maintain a stable and feasible power supply source.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Aug 25, 2021
Get ready for the nuclear fusion revolution
Nuclear fusion could one day mean a limitless energy source, produce no long-term waste, emit no greenhouse gases and pose no risk of meltdowns.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 17, 2021
Fire alarms go off at Hamaoka nuclear plant in Shizuoka, operator says
The operator confirmed smoke within a building that houses a reactor turbine in the currently suspended plant.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Aug 2, 2021
Hydrogen goes nuclear as U.K. reactor pivots toward renewables
'The amount of clean hydrogen that we're going to need to really decarbonize our economic sectors is just immense.”
Japan Times
BUSINESS / ANALYSIS
Jul 21, 2021
Japan sets 60% target for nonfossil fuel energy sources by fiscal 2030
Difficulties boosting nuclear power and increasing solar and off-shore wind mean the new energy plan's goals will be difficult to achieve, experts say.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 16, 2021
Japan weighs extending maximum reactor lifespan beyond 60 years
Extension could spur concerns about the safety of aging reactors that are prone to accidents.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jul 13, 2021
Solar power to become cheaper in Japan than nuclear by 2030, government says
The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry estimated the cost of generating nuclear power will rise about 10% from its previous estimate, while the cost of solar power will drop.
Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Jun 23, 2021
As Japan reboots 44-year-old nuclear reactor, experts sound alarm
Kansai Electric Power Co. restarted the No. 3 reactor at its Mihama station in Fukui Prefecture on Wednesday.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 23, 2021
Fukui nuclear unit becomes Japan's first to operate beyond 40-year limit
The reactor had stopped operations after the crisis at the Fukushima No. 1 plant triggered by a massive earthquake and tsunami.
South Korea couple beat same-sex barriers to parenthood
South Korean lesbian couple Kim Kyu-jin (left) and her wife, Kim Sae-yeon, pose with a "pregnant woman" badge during an interview in Seoul last month.
Japan unveils new overtourism countermeasures
The majority of tourists in Japan tend to stay in Tokyo, Osaka or Kyoto, resulting in overcrowding in popular tourist spots and a strain on transportation systems.
Opportunities await the bold in the Year of the Wood Dragon
2024 marks the Year of the Dragon in the Chinese zodiac, with the year predicted to be a good time for fresh starts.
Japan pharma startup developing world-first drug to grow new teeth
A new tooth is seen in a ferret's mouth after it was administered a drug to stimulate the growth of tooth buds.
Don’t worry about global population collapse
Most projections show the world will hit peak humanity in the 21st century as people choose to have smaller families and women gain power over their own reproduction.
The neurological disorder that 'kills culture'
Akiko Trush says her experience with the neurological disorder dystonia left her feeling like she wanted to chop her own hand off.
How to beat Japan’s summer heat in ways better for the planet
Tenugui towels hang up to dry at a dyeing company in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, on May 8. The durable and versatile tenugui, which many people have in their homes, can be used in many ways to cool one’s body.
After Trump shooting, U.S. presidential race might take a violent turn
United States Secret Service Counter Snipers stand guard on a rooftop during a campaign rally for U.S. President Donald Trump in Avoca, Pennsylvania, in 2020.
No AC this summer? No problem (for me).
Think air conditioning is a requirement for a Tokyo summer? Think again.
She’s paying ¥1 million to help behind the scenes at the Paris Olympics
Mai Tarumi, who previously volunteered at the postponed Tokyo Olympics in 2021, has a travel budget of ¥1 million for her trip to volunteer at the Paris Games.

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