Tokyo Electric Power Co. wants to raise electricity rates by more than 10 percent to help offset massive compensation claims related to the Fukushima No. 1 nuclear plant meltdowns, according to recent media reports.
Before March 11, the way power companies set their rates didn’t attract public interest, but amid a widespread energy crunch and cries to replace atomic power and review reactor safety, this topic is drawing keen scrutiny.
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