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13 of 26 Nuclear Reactors Operating in Gyeongbuk; KHNP HQ & Radioactive Waste Disposal Site Also Located There

Gyeongbuk Province is emerging as a nuclear energy hub with 13 operating reactors and plans for 4 more, including 2 new large-scale reactors in Yeongdeok. The province hosts KHNP headquarters and a radioactive waste disposal site, aiming to leverage stable power for industries like steel and data centers, while advocating for differentiated electricity rates.

Irregular Waste Disposal Degrades Area in Paty do Alferes

Environmental Police in Paty do Alferes, Brazil, are investigating an illegal waste disposal site covering approximately 1,000 square meters. Construction debris and tree waste were found dumped without authorization.

Japan's Nuclear Restart Faces Crisis: No Space for Spent Fuel

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Energy·6/11/2026AI summary

Japan's Nuclear Restart Faces Crisis: No Space for Spent Fuel

Japan has restarted its largest nuclear power plant amid an energy crisis, but faces a critical shortage of space for spent nuclear fuel. The country lacks a viable plan for permanent disposal, with a remote island being considered, sparking skepticism and concerns.

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16 employees of waste disposal contractor caught stealing from bulky waste in Tondabayashi City

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6/2/2026AI summary

16 employees of waste disposal contractor caught stealing from bulky waste in Tondabayashi City

Tondabayashi City, Osaka Prefecture, announced on the 2nd that 16 employees of "Hannan Seisou," a contractor for waste collection, were caught stealing items like frying pans and electrical wiring from bulky waste. The employees took the items for personal use, and the city has suspended the company from bidding for two months.

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Why Japan's Nuclear Waste Disposal Plan is Stalled

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Energy·5/25/2026AI summary

Why Japan's Nuclear Waste Disposal Plan is Stalled

Japan's plan for high-level radioactive waste disposal is stalled due to the "Not In My Backyard" (NIMBY) issue. Unlike Finland and Sweden, where disposal plans were mandated for nuclear plant permits, Japan prioritized nuclear fuel recycling, weakening the incentive to address final disposal early. Current laws treat spent nuclear fuel as an asset, not waste, and the legal framework is geared towards promoting nuclear power.

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Why is Japan's nuclear waste disposal plan stalled? Expert explains unique circumstances

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Energy·5/24/2026AI summary

Why is Japan's nuclear waste disposal plan stalled? Expert explains unique circumstances

A professor discusses Japan's stalled nuclear waste disposal plan, highlighting the "separation of beneficiary and suffering zones" issue where one region bears the burden while the nation benefits from nuclear power. He suggests overlapping these zones for fairness.

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