Hokkaido to Convene Horonobe Deep Geological Research Confirmation Meeting for Fiscal Year 2025
Sapporo, Hokkaido – August 12, 2025 – The Hokkaido Prefectural Government has announced the upcoming convening of the third Confirmation Meeting for the Horonobe Deep Geological Research Plan for Fiscal Year 2025. The meeting is scheduled to take place on August 12, 2025, at 06:00 JST.
This Confirmation Meeting serves as a vital platform for reviewing the progress and discussing future directions of the Horonobe Deep Geological Research Project. The project, located in the town of Horonobe, Hokkaido, is a crucial initiative focused on advancing scientific understanding and technological development related to the safe disposal of high-level radioactive waste.
Attendees at the meeting will comprise a range of stakeholders, including experts in geology, nuclear science, environmental safety, as well as representatives from relevant government agencies, local authorities, and potentially community members. The agenda is expected to cover a comprehensive overview of research activities undertaken in the preceding periods of Fiscal Year 2025, including key findings from the underground research laboratory and surface-based studies.
Discussions will likely delve into the scientific validity and safety aspects of the research methods employed, the progress in understanding the geological characteristics of the site, and the development of relevant technologies. Furthermore, the meeting will provide an opportunity to address any emerging challenges or concerns, and to outline the proposed research plan and objectives for the subsequent phases of the project.
The Horonobe Deep Geological Research Project is a long-term, scientifically rigorous endeavor aimed at contributing to the global effort of managing radioactive waste responsibly. Hokkaido’s commitment to transparency and open communication regarding this complex and important research is demonstrated through these regular confirmation meetings. The information shared and decisions made during these sessions are instrumental in ensuring the project’s continued adherence to the highest scientific and safety standards.
Further details regarding the specific agenda items and the list of participants are anticipated to be released closer to the meeting date. The Hokkaido Prefectural Government remains dedicated to fostering a thorough and collaborative approach to the Horonobe Deep Geological Research Plan.
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