Like the rest of the world, Ontario has come face-to-face with two converging crises: it must rebuild strongly from the health and economic shock of COVID-19; and it needs to find a way to shift the economy to clean energy sources that can limit the worst effects of climate change. The solution to both these challenges runs right through Bruce, Grey and Huron counties. As we seek innovative solutions for COVID-19 recovery and to combatting climate change, the region has an op

As we mark #NuclearScienceWeek 2020, we’re chatting with Dr. Eric Johnston, NII’s Chief Innovation Officer. During this international week-long celebration of nuclear science, we asked Eric about the importance of nuclear science and energy literacy as Canada works towards its goal of net-zero emissions by 2050. “Per unit of power, nuclear is one of the least carbon-producing sources of energy,” says Eric. “Ontario has done a great job of decarbonization already through nucle

Speaking today to the Empire Club of Canada , Bruce Power President & CEO Mike Rencheck announced ‘ NZ-2050,’ the company’s strategy to contribute to a net zero Canada, while growing the economy and supporting innovation. NZ-2050 builds off the strong foundation laid by Canada’s largest clean energy infrastructure project at Bruce Power, which contributed the majority of the clean, reliable, low-cost electricity Ontario needed to phase out coal-powered generation in 2014 – t

(TORONTO – October 6, 2020) The Green Ribbon Panel released its final report today highlighting the need for strong, innovative policies in the urgent fight to combat climate change while advancing growth opportunities for an economy challenged by the COVID-19 pandemic. The panel was launched in February and consists of leaders from a range of sectors and organizations who came together to advance proven solutions and practical steps to reduce emissions and grow the economy.

We are excited to announce the introduction of the Centre for Next Generation Nuclear, coming from our Founding Members, Bruce Power, and Cameco. For more information: https://www.nuclearinnovationinstitute.ca/centre-for-next-generation-nuclear

SMRs, Hydrogen & The Future of Energy Port Elgin, Ontario August 20, 2020 In the global race to reduce the worst impacts of climate change, more and more countries and businesses are aiming to not just reduce greenhouse gas emissions, but to target “net-zero” emissions by 2050. That means reducing the amount of fossil fuels we burn to as close to zero as possible - then finding ways to remove any remaining gases from the atmosphere. This ambitious goal requires mustering a

(TORONTO – August 12, 2020) In June, the Canadian Nuclear Isotope Council (CNIC) and Nuclear Innovation Institute (NII) announced a joint study to identify challenges — and evaluate potential technology, logistical, regulatory and policy solutions – facing Canada’s medical isotope supply chain. Today that partnership took a major leap forward with McMaster University formally agreeing to lead the research and development of the project. Through this initiative, McMaster Unive

The role of carbon capture and storage Reducing carbon emissions requires driving innovation in all energy sectors, not just nuclear power generation. If Canada is to achieve its target of net-zero emissions by 2050, we will have to apply our knowledge, technologies and ingenuity to finding solutions to the most difficult energy challenges. That includes mastering carbon capture, utilization and storage technologies and processes, which capture CO2 emitted by industry so the

July 13th, 2020 The Organization of Canadian Nuclear Industries (OCNI) and the Nuclear Innovation Institute (NII) signed a Memorandum of Understanding today, agreeing to collaborate where possible, on industry innovation projects and on educational programming for students. By becoming a Friend of NII, NII is able to invite OCNI members to offer expertise and resources to help evaluate NII project proposals and to participate in the innovation teams running approved projects.

All of us who work at the Nuclear Innovation Institute were shocked and saddened to learn of the sudden death over the weekend of Frank Saunders, NII’s first chief executive officer and president. Frank was a builder in the nuclear industry who believed that nuclear energy should play a leading role in creating a better future for Canadians. That belief guided him throughout his long, successful career at Bruce Power, and he brought that conviction to NII as its founding pr

June 23, 2020 – Port Elgin Summer camps create some of the best memories of childhood and it should be no different for kids this year – even with the Covid virus closing many outdoor camps across Ontario. To nurture the joys of summer, the Nuclear Innovation Institute (NII) has created the Best Ever Summer Camp , an online gathering place for children between the ages of 7 and 12 in the Bruce, Grey and Huron counties, starting in July. Designed in partnership with the high

June 19, 2020 – Port Elgin, Ontario Bruce Power today announced plans to run its public educational programs in collaboration with the Nuclear Innovation Institute (NII), allowing the two organizations to jointly develop original, inventive programming for students in Bruce, Grey and Huron counties. The programming will be delivered through NII Explor e, the Institute’s new platform for cultivating the youthful urge to experiment, create, discover and learn. Bruce Power re

Building a resilient Canadian isotope supply chain critical for patients at home and around the world New study will explore ways to strengthen delivery of life-saving medical isotopes (TORONTO – June 3, 2020) – The Nuclear Innovation Institute (NII) and Canadian Nuclear Isotope Council (CNIC) have partnered on an innovative study to identify challenges and evaluate potential technology, logistical, regulatory and policy solutions in Canada’s medical isotope supply chain.

Focusing on what matters now The Covid-19 pandemic is a global health and economic calamity. It has altered personal priorities and broken business models. It changed behaviour, severed long-standing connections and upended assumptions about the future - for people, businesses and governments. Though it’s too early to predict what kind of world will emerge from the coronavirus upheaval, it is safe to assume life will not simply return to what it was. We’re in new territory.

TIVERTON, ON – Wednesday, April 29, 2020 - In the spirit of staying connected across our region, GBH Strong has added a new feature to its app and website to promote shopping local at a time when many stores are closed and residents are urged to stay home. The website and app now include an online store where consumers can purchase Gift Cards, of any value, from their local favourite stores and redeem at a later date. “Bruce Power, along with our partners at NPX and NII,