Japan’s government will aim to increase the use of nuclear power and build new nuclear reactors, dropping a decade-long policy of reducing dependence on the energy source and reversing curbs that were put in place following the 2011 Fukushima disaster.

The nation, which relied on coal and natural gas for more than 60% of electricity generation in 2023, set out a proposed new energy strategy on 17 December.

The draft strategy calls for both nuclear and renewables to be used “to the fullest extent” to maintain growth and help curb emissions.