Japan's energy plan contributes to securing a stable power supply for developing countries that have no choice but to rely on coal-fired power.
Challenergy's bladeless wind power technology has advantages over conventional turbines, including operating even in typhoons, making it ideal for islands.
The government’s current power-saving measures signal defeat in energy policy, which should be a fundamental part of government function.
In the upcoming Upper House election, we should intensely scrutinize pledges made by political parties — that these are not just rhetoric designed to win votes.
Aging thermal plants are being shut down as Japan seeks decarbonization, but solar power facilities are unable to operate during the foul winter weather.
To achieve decarbonization and sustain it, you have to use nuclear power in coordination with hydroelectricity or other sources.
“Japan has an amazing nuclear competence...all this wealth of knowledge,” says Gert Pille of Nuclear for Climate.
Environment Minister Shinjiro Koizumi rules out nuclear and thermal power, but does not answer how he intends to supply power in a stable manner. Failure to...
It is vitally important that national politicians and bureaucrats listen to involved local voices on the role of nuclear power as Japan moves toward cuts in...
As Japan races to meet its net zero carbon emissions, a Japanese company is helping to pave the way with batteries that meet the challenge for...
The High Temperature Engineering Test Reactor is not susceptible to core meltdowns. It is the type of small modular reactor that the world is calling for.
Hiroshi Kajiyama, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, announced on July 3 a new government policy that would accelerate the halting or scrapping of...