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Regulators clear Japan's largest nuclear plant for operation, navigating past safety concerns and local hesitations

Japan's nuclear watchdog has lifted the operational ban on Tokyo Electric Power's Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear plant, marking a cautious move towards nuclear energy amidst historical safety issues and local apprehensions.

Mari Yamaguchi reports for the Associated Press.

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Japanese regulator lifts ban on TEPCO-owned Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear plant, citing safety improvements

Japan's nuclear power regulator has lifted an operational ban on Tokyo Electric Power's Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant, as the company turns its attention to getting local permission to restart.
Fukushima’s tragic legacy—radioactive soil, ongoing leaks, and unanswered questions

Fukushima’s tragic legacy—radioactive soil, ongoing leaks, and unanswered questions

The ripple effects from one of the world’s worst nuclear catastrophes continue after a decade, with implications for human health and remediation efforts.
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