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Storage space at the plant is running out.<\/p>\n<p>According to Japan, the plan to dilute and release water over several decades is safe because, an extensive pumping and filtration system removes most radioactive <a href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/elements\">Elements<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>IAEA has also endorsed the release and says it similar to disposal of wastewater at nuclear <a href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/plants\">Plants<\/a> at other sites.<\/p>\n<p>IAEA will now conduct a mission for reviewing the action, data, plans, and relevant documents, for assessing their compliance against provisions included in international safety standards. 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