Japan Prepares to Restart World's Largest Nuclear Plant Amid Protests and Concerns
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Japan plans to restart the world's largest nuclear plant, Kashiwazaki-Kariwa, after 15 years to reduce fossil fuel reliance, despite protests over safety concerns. The first reactor could restart on January 20 if approved.
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Japan nuclear restartKashiwazaki-Kariwa plantFukushima disasterTEPCO safety concernsenergy policy
Japan is set to restart the world's largest nuclear power plant, Kashiwazaki-Kariwa, after a 15-year hiatus following the Fukushima disaster. The decision comes as the country tries to wean itself off imported fossil fuels. Around 300 protesters gathered in Niigata prefecture ahead of the vote, expressing concerns over TEPCO's ability to operate the plant safely. If approved, the first reactor is expected to be restarted on January 20.
