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Chubu Electric gets business improvement order for data scandal
Japan's Chubu Electric Power faces strict reforms after data manipulation scandal.
In brief
Japan's Chubu Electric Power faces strict reforms after data manipulation scandal. Chubu Electric Power received a business improvement order from Japan's industry ministry for improper earthquake data selection in nuclear reactor safety screenings. Originally reported by The Japan Times.
Business improvement order issued
Japan's industry ministry issued a business improvement order to Chubu Electric Power over improper earthquake data selection for nuclear reactor safety screenings.
Fourth major utility affected
This marks the fourth time a major electric utility has received such an order under the electricity business law.
Improvement plan deadline
Chubu Electric must submit an improvement plan by the end of this month to clarify executive and employee responsibilities.
Commissioner urges reforms
Yoshifumi Murase, commissioner of the Agency for Natural Resources and Energy, strongly urged Chubu Electric to carry out fundamental reforms and restore public trust.
Company's response
Chubu Electric President Minoru Yasui expressed deep regret over the scandal to reporters.
Additional misconduct
Chubu Electric also improperly claimed costs for decommissioning reactors and overcharged customers through a power retail subsidiary.
Corporate culture issues
The ministry concluded Chubu Electric lacked sufficient legal compliance awareness and had an unhealthy corporate culture.
What matters most
Chubu Electric Power received a business improvement order from Japan's industry ministry for improper earthquake data selection in nuclear reactor safety screenings.
