Why Did the Fukushima Nuclear Accident Happen, and How Did It Affect People?

The Fukushima nuclear accident, triggered by a massive earthquake and tsunami on March 11, 2011, resulted in reactor meltdowns at the Fukushima Daiichi plant in Japan, releasing radiation, causing widespread evacuations, and raising global concerns about the safety of nuclear energy. This chapter uses standards across disciplines to understand the causes and consequences of the Fukushima disaster in a holistic and justice-oriented way, including how unjust conditions were created for local residents.