Two to two and a half years to prepare for disposal of water containing tritium etc. Fukushima Daiichi NPS March 25, 5:54
On April 24, TEPCO announced a draft procedure for the disposal of water containing tritium and the like that continues to accumulate at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station when it is decided by the government to release it into the sea or air for disposal. He said that it would take two to two and a half years to prepare for the installation of various facilities.
The government's subcommittee last month submitted a report to the government on how to dispose of water containing radioactive materials such as tritium into the sea or air last month, and the government's final decision will be made in the future. A meeting to hear the opinions of local stakeholders will be held before the event.
TEPCO published a draft procedure on the 24th when release to the sea or the atmosphere was decided, and indicated that it would take two to two and a half years to prepare new equipment.
In the case of marine release, pumps and pipes that take in seawater to dilute the water containing tritium, and boilers to evaporate when releasing into the atmosphere, are required.
Regarding concerns about reputational damage, TEPCO will provide concrete measures after the government has decided its policy. It also revealed that there was a corresponding idea.
Regarding the plan to release water containing tritium to the sea and the atmosphere, many people are worried about reputation damage mainly in Fukushima Prefecture, and civic groups are also looking for other options such as long-term storage, and the government's decision is paying attention Will be