Fukushima Plant Operator Confirms Radioactive Wastewater Release.

Tokyo Electric Power Holdings (TEPCO) has completed construction on all necessary infrastructure and equipment to discharge treated radioactive wastewater from the Fukushima Daiichi power plant into the ocean. The only barrier remaining is a final safety inspection from national regulators. If approved, TEPCO expects to begin discharging the wastewater this summer. The company has been treating the water to minimize its radioactivity, but not all harmful compounds can be removed. Critics remain skeptical of the plan, citing environmental concerns and potential long-term marine health impacts.