2022/07/05 |
South Korea Returns to Nuclear Power’s Warm Embrace
President Yoon Suk-yeol is going all in on nuclear power, both at home and abroad, marking a shift from his predecessor’s undecided approach.
2018/12/06 |
Cabinet Says It Will Cancel Plan to Abolish Nuclear Energy by 2025
The DPP remains committed to phasing out nuclear power – but not by 2025.
2018/11/26 |
Govt Sidesteps Energy Referendums as Pro-Nuclear Group Mulls Further Action
Flush from referendum success, a pro-nuclear group is suggesting a further plebiscite on restarting construction of the fourth nuclear power plant if the government doesn't adjust its energy policy of its own accord.
2017/06/13 |
Why Japanese Locals Rejoice About a Restart for Nuclear Power Plant
This is the second nuclear reactor to be restarted at Takahama, and brings up to five the number of reactors restarted across Japan after being shut down following the March 2011 earthquake, tsunami and ensuing nuclear meltdown at Fukushima.
2017/05/11 |
Green Energy for a Nuclear-Free, Low-Carbon Future
The key factor explaining the optimism surrounding green energy in Taiwan is not the rate of current progress, but rather belief that finally, the government is solidly behind the industry.
2017/05/09 |
Taiwan's Choice: Nuclear Freeze vs. Carbon Abatement
Simultaneously achieving the two goals will be a big challenge.
2016/12/27 |
The Cost of Cleaning Up Fukushima
Tepco should pay for the decommissioning of its reactors, compensation for the victims, and cleanup of the contaminated areas.
2015/12/03 |
French Media Says Taiwan Is Forgotten in World Climate Negotiation Due to Political Issues
French media, Le Figaro, reported on Taiwan with great details, pointing out that although the island accounts for 1% of the world's greenhouse gas emissions and has brought up a goal for its reduction, the country is still blocked out of COP21 due to sensitive political issues.