I understand the problem that there isn't really an alternative that can provide the same amount of energy that "cleanly", and that's why I've always been a cautious supporter of nuclear energy. But, as also can be clearly seen, there is a stark difference between what is deemed "safe" by whatever authorities, and how it actually stands up when the shit hits the fan.
I mean, it's the same stuff in Germany. Germany has formalized its exit from nuclear energy about 5 years ago, to be replaced with renewables. But, of course the equation doesn't work. The result: Existing power plants are used beyond their design age. Nobody wants to build a new plant, but the replacement energies are not up to snuff. Bottom line, ancient power plants are running when they shouldn't. I would not be surprised if that's the same in Japan.
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