Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Kajiyama "Organize Opinions and Make Early Conclusions" Water Disposal at Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant October 20, 12:16
Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Kajiyama wants to carefully organize the opinions expressed so far and draw conclusions at an early stage regarding the disposal method of water containing radioactive substances such as tritium, which is increasing at TEPCO's Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station. Was emphasized again.
Regarding the disposal of water containing tritium, which is increasing at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant, in February, a subcommittee of the country said that it is realistic to dilute it to a concentration below the standard and release it into the sea or the atmosphere. The government is considering disposal methods by listening to opinions from local people and agriculture, forestry and fisheries industry.
Regarding this, Minister Kajiyama said at a press conference after the Cabinet meeting on the 20th, "Given that the amount of water is increasing day by day while the site is tight, we can not postpone it without deciding the policy forever." Said.
On that basis, "It is important to carefully organize the opinions received on various occasions. Based on these arrangements, after deepening the examination within the government, the government will take responsibility at the appropriate time. I would like to draw conclusions, "he said, reiterating the idea of drawing conclusions as soon as possible after organizing opinions.