Endogenous causes, risks perception and policy responses to the Fukushima disaster–political ecology comments

Schneider, Niklas

doi:10.1016/j.ijdrr.2023.103650

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“…The Fukushima nuclear disaster profoundly impacted local communities, national energy policies, and international nuclear safety standards. Locally, the disaster disrupted community structures and economic activities, particularly in shing and agriculture, while causing signi cant social and psychological distress (Schneider, 2023). Nationally, it prompted Japan to reevaluate its nuclear energy strategy, leading to a shift towards renewable energy and stricter safety regulations.…”

Section: Social Impacts Of Fukushima Nuclear Waste Discharge On Commu...mentioning

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Sociological and Ecological Vulnerabilities from Nuclear Waste Discharge: A Case Study of Fukushima's Marine Ecosystem

Khoso,

Jintu,

China

2024

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The dissemination of treated nuclear wastewater from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant into the Pacific Ocean has raised profound ecological and public health concerns. This study examines the sociological effects of nuclear waste discharges on marine ecosystems and human communities, with a particular emphasis on the Fukushima event. Utilizing a combination of existing literature review and secondary data analysis, this study explores the distribution of radionuclides in marine settings, their accumulation in the marine food chain, societal hurdles and the associated health risks for humans. Besides that, the positive nature of coefficients demonstrates that each area measured—health, environment, social, and marine life—worsens with higher volumes of discharged water, highlighting the importance of international standards and effective environmental governance in controlling and reducing the effects of nuclear pollutants. The findings also indicate that the spread of radionuclides, notably tritium and carbon-14, presents sustained ecological and health risks, exacerbated by their long-term presence in the environment and propensity to bioaccumulation. In conclude, Fukushima incident starkly demonstrates the prolonged and intricate effects of nuclear waste discharges on marine ecosystems and human health. Therefore, regulatory enhancements are necessary to uphold strict safety standards and ensure international accountability, thereby boosting public confidence and conforming to global best practices in nuclear safety and environmental protection.

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Section: Social Impacts Of Fukushima Nuclear Waste Discharge On Commu...mentioning

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Sociological and Ecological Vulnerabilities from Nuclear Waste Discharge: A Case Study of Fukushima's Marine Ecosystem

Khoso,

Jintu,

China

2024

Preprint

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“…The Chernobyl accident, triggered by a sudden power surge during a safety test, resulted in a massive release of radioactive materials, affecting large swathes of Europe and leading to long-term health and environmental impacts [ 71 ]. The Fukushima disaster, precipitated by a massive earthquake and subsequent tsunami, underscored the vulnerabilities of nuclear facilities to external natural threats [ 72 ]. The articles comparing the Chernobyl and Fukushima nuclear accidents provide a detailed examination of their environmental impacts [ 73 , 74 ].…”

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Unraveling the nuclear isotope tapestry: Applications, challenges, and future horizons in a dynamic landscape

Yang,

Feng,

et al. 2024

Eco-Environment & Health

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Impact of a novel emergency cooling system on data center environment under long-term power failure

Wang,

Zheng,

Wang

et al. 2024

Applied Thermal Engineering

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Endogenous causes, risks perception and policy responses to the Fukushima disaster–political ecology comments

Cited by 3 publications

References 48 publications

Sociological and Ecological Vulnerabilities from Nuclear Waste Discharge: A Case Study of Fukushima's Marine Ecosystem

Sociological and Ecological Vulnerabilities from Nuclear Waste Discharge: A Case Study of Fukushima's Marine Ecosystem

Unraveling the nuclear isotope tapestry: Applications, challenges, and future horizons in a dynamic landscape

Impact of a novel emergency cooling system on data center environment under long-term power failure

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