Fukushima Nuclear Plant Completes Equipment for Sea Release of Treated Wastewater

Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings has announced that all equipment necessary for the release of treated radioactive wastewater from the Fukushima nuclear plant into the sea has been completed and will undergo a safety inspection by Japanese regulators this week. The plan has faced opposition from local fishing groups and neighboring countries due to safety concerns. Government and utility officials argue that the release is necessary to prevent accidental leaks and make room for decommissioning, assuring that the water will be diluted to safe levels. Some scientists call for more transparency and delay in the release, while Japan seeks support from the International Atomic Energy Agency to ensure safety measures meet international standards.