Japan suspends world’s largest nuclear plant hours after restart

Workers in safety gear assess the KashiwazakiKariwa nuclear power plant after operations were suspended just hours after its restart due to safety concerns.

The plant, operated by Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings (TEPCO), had been offline for maintenance and inspections before its recent restart. Regulatory authorities cited issues related to the plant’s cooling system as a primary reason for the suspension. This incident raises questions about the reliability of Japan’s nuclear infrastructure and the government’s commitment to nuclear … Read more