Japan remains committed to nuclear power despite the March 2011 accident at the Fukushima plant and its tragic aftermath, for economic, environmental and political reasons. [Fox News]

Carl Icahn’s 2012 purchase of CVR Energy Inc. has returned more than $2.5 billion to the hedge fund manager from market gains and dividends that has recouped much of his losses from dwindling oil prices. [Bloomberg]

Ikea will sell only LED bulbs from September 1st, the company has announced, as part of its overall sustainability efforts. [The NY Times]