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NII BLOG
Read on for the latest thinking on a new energy future.


What we can learn from Illinois’ recent clean energy success
This week the Illinois Senate passed a sweeping clean energy bill that should help prevent two nuclear plants in the state from closing.
Sep 2, 20214 min read


3ThoughtThursday – The process of innovation, Steering Committee, CNA
With great anticipation for back-to-school routine, I bring to you another edition of #3ThoughtThursday.
Sep 2, 20212 min read


MIC’s Innovation Officer stepping down
Today’s announcement from Georgian College signals my transition out of the Innovation Officer position with the MIC.
Sep 2, 20214 min read


Research and implementation for local impact
I have had the distinct pleasure of working with a bright, talented, and motivated team on five research-intensive projects for MIC members.
Aug 30, 20215 min read


3ThoughtThursday – Private sector and EVs, CNA conference and NII Explore heads to Hanover
1) The Plugging In report continues to have traction. As my pun filled colleague Chad would say, the study continues to drive a lot of...
Aug 26, 20213 min read


3ThoughtThursday – Grey County and climate change, collaboration and EcDev
Today’s three thoughts begin with a call with Grey County staff, shifts to collaboration, and then lands on the importance of EcDev.
Aug 19, 20212 min read


Silenced at COP26—here's what nuclear can do next
Perhaps it’s too late to change the decision that was made at COP26. But it’s just one conference, and there will be others.
Aug 19, 20214 min read


3ThoughtThursday – save our planet, Huron County Council, summer science
I ignored that feeling for a while, and then I knew I had to process what I had just read about the IPCC report.
Aug 12, 20212 min read


The power of fusion: an interview with General Fusion’s Jay Brister
It’s been an exciting summer for Vancouver-based General Fusion. So I recently sat down with the company's Jay Brister to learn more.
Aug 12, 20216 min read


Catch up on your summer reading list: STEM must-reads for kids and teens
#ScienceInTheSummer is visiting library branches across the region this week, so check out a list of STEM must-reads this summer.
Aug 9, 20212 min read


Empowered youth in Arran-Elderslie are making positive, lasting change
Municipalities have a unique opportunity to develop an innovative format for youth engagement that is meaningful to young people.
Aug 6, 20217 min read


3ThoughtThursday – Clean energy and camping, ShopNetZero, Bruce County EVs
There is an extra appreciation for resources when we’re surrounded by nature. What an opportunity to teach our kids about clean energy.
Aug 5, 20213 min read


New research finds Canada at risk of losing jobs in clean energy transition
Despite a positive balance of job growth worldwide, research shows the ledger is negative in countries with significant fossil fuel sectors.
Jul 29, 20213 min read


NII Explore takes science on the road this summer
NII Explore Science in the Summer programming is popping up around the region, bringing hands-on learning to students of all ages.
Jul 27, 20212 min read


3ThoughtThursday – Net Zero Partnerships, telling our story, economic recovery
What a week we’ve had at NII. From reports and announcements to a new program launching, the team at the NII have been busy.
Jul 22, 20213 min read
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