Japan to restart world's biggest nuclear plant after 15-year shutdown

Japan plans to restart its largest nuclear power plant, Kashiwazaki-Kariwa, after a 15-year shutdown following the Fukushima disaster. TEPCO announced preparations for the restart, but concerns about safety remain. Only one of the seven reactors will restart initially. This plant can generate 8.2 gigawatts, enough for millions of homes.

Opponents worry about seismic activity in the area, with nearly 40,000 signatures on a petition against the restart. TEPCO acknowledges that "safety is an ongoing process" and emphasizes the need for vigilance. The government aims to reduce reliance on fossil fuels by reviving nuclear energy, despite recent scandals in the industry.