Japan eyes nuclear revival with first new reactor plan since Fukushima disaster
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Japan's nuclear industry is poised for a comeback as Kansai Electric plans to survey for a potential new reactor at its Mihama plant. This marks the first step towards new nuclear construction since the 2011 Fukushima disaster, driven by surging energy demand from AI and data centers. The move reflects Japan's urgent need for stable, carbon-free electricity as it faces limited domestic energy resources.
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