
Japan: law to extend nuclear reactors beyond 60 years passed
Japan adopts a law to extend the life of its nuclear reactors beyond 60 years, with the aim of strengthening the country’s energy security and helping to achieve its climate objectives. This decision will exclude outage periods related to post-Fukushima safety standards and temporary court orders. With only 10 of the 33 reactors in operation, this measure aims to revive Japan’s nuclear industry, while ensuring regular monitoring by the Nuclear Safety Authority.