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Read on for the latest thinking on a new energy future.
Apr 29, 20213 min read
Innovation and invention: there’s a difference, and it matters
I am often connecting and collaborating with people working in innovation spaces across public, non-profit, and private sectors. Each...
Apr 22, 20212 min read
3ThoughtThursday – federal budget edition!
For the Clean Energy Frontier, this budget connects to the ongoing conversations that we’ve been having weekly on this blog.
Apr 21, 20217 min read
Behind the headlines: cleantech and the federal budget
David Campbell and Chad Richards take us behind the headlines on cleantech and the federal budget.
Apr 15, 20213 min read
3ThoughtThursday – Coal phase out, committee report on EVs, Canada-US climate approach
It is important to recognize how we achieved such a feat: nuclear power did the heavy lifting and it's still doing so today.
Apr 14, 20212 min read
New feasibility study details made-in-Canada path forward on SMRs
This study is a clear signal that Canada’s biggest nuclear operators are beginning to develop a more concrete plan forward.
Apr 14, 20211 min read
Introducing the Centre’s new monthly Nuclear Intelligence Report
Today we released the first edition of our new Nuclear Intelligence Report, exploring the latest news and updates in the nuclear industry.
Apr 9, 20214 min read
The world needs change: let's start with nuclear
Despite many hardships, my parents carved out a good life for themselves and our family. But now, that good life is being threatened.
Apr 8, 20213 min read
Meet the all-star judges for NII Explore’s Spring Break Mission to Mars challenge
The countdown to next week begins as teams prepare to compete in NII Explore’s Spring Break Mission to Mars challenge.
Apr 8, 20213 min read
3ThoughtThursday – Bruce Power carbon co-op, Owen Sound EVs, Cleantech Week on the Hill
Over the past few weeks, the term “net zero” has been used extensively in these posts. In mid-March we talked about what exactly we mean...
Apr 7, 20212 min read
Applied research with local impact
Students from the University of Waterloo’s School of Planning have worked closely with the Town of Saugeen Shores and the Municipal...
Apr 6, 20213 min read
Learning from industry leaders on how to get to net zero
SNC-Lavalin released a report last month titled “Engineering Net Zero,” which provides an analysis of the current state of energy in...
Apr 1, 20213 min read
3ThoughtThursday – new Kinectrics facility, climate-focused infrastructure, Bruce Power & net zero
It’s April Fools’ Day! But I promise you the content in today’s post is no joke—we had one of those last Thursday. This week, we are...
Mar 29, 20213 min read
The path to SMRs: Canada's leadership, industry diversity, and securing fuel supply
The focus on Canada speaks to the leadership role that our domestic industry plays, influencing not only our American neighbours...
Mar 25, 20213 min read
3ThoughtThursday – provincial budget released, Kinectrics event, e-petition tabled in Ottawa
What season is it best to go on a trampoline? …spring time! And, as we referenced last week on this blog, we’re bouncing into spring 2021...
Mar 18, 20213 min read
3ThoughtThursday – provincial budget next week, what is net zero, NII vaccination hub
Spring is just around the corner! And, in political circles that means speculation on what will be included in upcoming provincial and...
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