In this article, the results and remains of the Fukushima disaster are shown through photographs. Contaminated bags of radioactive soil dot the landscape. Nearby villages lie abandoned, since their radioactive levels are too high to permit human life. Radioactive waste is being stored in a "temporary" (but likely practically permanent) location.
This is important since it shows the potential results of irresponsible use of nuclear energy. Nuclear energy seems to be one potential replacement for the more environmentally degrading methods such as natural gas and coal. While it may be effective, the results could be catastrophic.
This is important since it shows the potential results of irresponsible use of nuclear energy. Nuclear energy seems to be one potential replacement for the more environmentally degrading methods such as natural gas and coal. While it may be effective, the results could be catastrophic.