Maanshan NPP License Renewal Briefing; Governor Chou Chun-mi Reiterates Safety
The Nuclear Safety Commission held a briefing on the license renewal of NPP3. Pingtung County Magistrate Chou Chun-mi emphasized 'safety, safety, and safety' and called for transparency on nuclear waste.
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The Nuclear Safety Commission (NSC) held a local briefing today at Hengchun Town Hall regarding the application for a license renewal for the Maanshan Nuclear Power Plant (NPP3). Pingtung County Magistrate Chou Chun-mi stated that the county's stance is 'safety, safety, and more safety,' demanding the disclosure of all scientific investigations and clear information on the destination of nuclear waste.
During the briefing, the NSC explained the safety controls for the renewal application, while NPP3 reported on its autonomous safety inspection plans. The floor was opened for public comments, with many participants focusing on safety concerns and the long-term disposal of nuclear waste. The session, which began at 10 AM, lasted until after 1 PM due to the high volume of questions.
Speaking to the media, Chou Chun-mi noted that the briefing followed legal procedures. She emphasized that if the continued operation of NPP3 is to be an option, the central government, Taipower, and the NSC have a responsibility to make all information public, including scientific assessments, and to inform the public about where the nuclear waste will eventually go.
During the briefing, the NSC explained the safety controls for the renewal application, while NPP3 reported on its autonomous safety inspection plans. The floor was opened for public comments, with many participants focusing on safety concerns and the long-term disposal of nuclear waste. The session, which began at 10 AM, lasted until after 1 PM due to the high volume of questions.
Speaking to the media, Chou Chun-mi noted that the briefing followed legal procedures. She emphasized that if the continued operation of NPP3 is to be an option, the central government, Taipower, and the NSC have a responsibility to make all information public, including scientific assessments, and to inform the public about where the nuclear waste will eventually go.