Overview
- Kyodo reported Governor Hideyo Hanazumi could announce approval as early as Friday, while he told reporters he will decide soon.
- TEPCO plans to bring Units 6 and 7 back online with a combined 2,710 megawatts at the world’s largest nuclear complex.
- TEPCO completed fuel loading and operational checks at Reactor No. 6 in October, confirming key startup systems were functioning.
- The governor intends to submit a restart-related supplementary budget on Dec 2, and a passed bill would allow him to notify the national government for local consent.
- TEPCO has pledged ¥100 billion to support nearby communities, and the restart plan aligns with government goals to bolster energy security and curb LNG import costs.