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3 challenges for nuclear hydrogen production
Chatting with global colleagues, I was struck by how nuclear operators are dealing with a few common challenges around hydrogen deployment.
May 19, 20214 min read


US plant closures and Canadian SMR developments: May Nuclear Intelligence Report
In this edition, we explore the impact of plant closures in the US, reveal the path to deployment for SMRs in Canada, and recap Budget 2021.
May 18, 20211 min read


Lessons from a hydrogen leader: California
Home to more than just palm trees and box office movies, the Golden State has led the way on progressive climate policies.
May 3, 20214 min read


3ThoughtThursday – Leaders Summit, ZEV market share increases, local net-zero home
This commitment to even further reductions underscores the importance of regions like the Clean Energy Frontier.
Apr 29, 20213 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 22, 20212 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 21, 20217 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 15, 20213 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, 20212 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 14, 20211 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 6, 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 29, 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...
Mar 18, 20213 min read


Lessons from a hydrogen leader: Sweden
This is the third in our series exploring national hydrogen best practices from other jurisdictions. My colleague David had previously...
Mar 17, 20214 min read


Lessons from the Texas outage
In the midst of an unusual and devastating winter storm, as many as four million households in Texas had lost power by last Tuesday....
Feb 22, 20212 min read


Reflections of an energy boomerang
From David Campbell, Director of the Bruce Power Centre for Next Generation Nuclear Joining the Centre for Next Generation Nuclear has...
Feb 8, 20213 min read


Preparing a hydrogen workforce begins now
New report provides recommendations for an Ontario-made hydrogen talent strategy Ontario needs a comprehensive understanding of the...
Feb 1, 20212 min read


Steps towards next generation nuclear released today in Canada’s Small Modular Reactor Action Plan
Today Natural Resources Minister Seamus O'Regan launched Canada's Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Action Plan. This plan compiles more than...
Dec 18, 20202 min read


Energy policy we can agree on
Hydrogen can be a low-carbon fuel that works for all Canadians Hydrogen is having a moment. Suddenly, this potentially carbon-free source...
Dec 16, 20201 min read


David Campbell brings policy experience to Nuclear Innovation Institute
He joins as the first Director of the Bruce Power Centre for Next Generation Nuclear The Nuclear Innovation Institute (NII) is pleased to...
Dec 7, 20202 min read


A strong, healthy future starts in Canada’s Clean Energy Frontier
Building back better—like Bruce, Grey and Huron As we come to the end of a long and difficult year, uncertainty about the future is...
Nov 23, 20203 min read
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