Truth: Fukushima nuclear contaminated water discharged into the sea

Status of Fukushima nuclear contaminated water one year after discharge into the sea

Changes in the marine environment: According to the Japanese Government and the Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO), monitoring of the surrounding waters has not detected any abnormalities in the seawater as of today. However, international concerns have not been allayed, especially regarding the long-term effects of the radioactive substance tritium.

International response: Neighboring countries such as China and South Korea have expressed strong opposition to Japan’s decision and have taken measures to suspend imports of Japanese aquatic products. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), while endorsing Japan’s discharge plan, emphasized the need for continuous monitoring.

Impact of Fukushima Nuclear Contaminated Water Discharge to the Sea

Impact on marine ecology: Although current monitoring data show no abnormalities in seawater, experts warn that long-term impacts are difficult to predict, particularly the potential for cumulative impacts on marine life and ecosystems from the radioactive material tritium and other radioisotopes.

Concerns and reactions of the international community: The international community, especially neighboring countries, have expressed serious concerns about Japan’s decision and have called on Japan to adopt a more transparent and responsible attitude and to establish a long-term international monitoring mechanism.