Fukushima Update #31 “Viable Nuclear Energy Alternatives?”
The Japanese government passed a new energy policy that keeps nuclear energy as a main source. It also supports the development of renewable energy sources to help end Japan’s nuclear dependence. NTV explores some alternatives. Other news: TEPCO reports another contaminated water issue at Fukushima Daiichi. Two ex-prime ministers will form a new group to eliminate nuclear power from Japanese society. Japan’s utilities meet and discuss a possible peak season with no nuclear power.