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Nuclear Plant in Japan

Right now, 52 nuclear power plants supply energy to more than one-third of Japan. However, 14 years ago, a facility was opened in Rokkasho, northern Japan, to produce enriched uranium stirring controversy in the area. The upset could have been due to one of the first plants to be commercially operated, or it could be from complaints from families living nearby who claim the government should not have issued a safety license. Apparently, the land is vulnerable to earthquakes or plane crashes although the building is built to withstand tremors to a degree of five or more. Stronger earthquakes could occur near the facility, but the government's safety check approves.

A high court judge ruled that an earlier decision by a lower court, rejecting the lawsuit, should stand.

Power Plant Controversy

posted by Anonymous @ 5/10/2006 06:51:00 PM