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


Why hydrogen needs nuclear: September Nuclear Intelligence Report
This month’s Nuclear Intelligence Report studies the electricity demands of Canada’s hydrogen future and how we might meet them.
Sep 13, 20211 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


Exploring SMR readiness in Africa: June Nuclear Intelligence Report
We look at the state of nuclear readiness in Africa as well as an Indigenous partnership for SMR investment in Saskatchewan
Jun 21, 20211 min read


Canada’s first-ever feasibility study on the case for nuclear hydrogen production now underway
The study will be the first of its kind in Canada to evaluate the technical viability and business case for nuclear hydrogen production.
Jun 10, 20213 min read


3ThoughtThursday – Global CO2 levels, local hydrogen production, Huron Chamber
This week though, we got a sobering reminder of just how much work we need to do and how that work needs to start now.
Jun 10, 20213 min read


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


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


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


A crucial time for hydrogen development: Phil De Luna on cleantech in Canada
Hydrogen is a key fuel on the path to net zero, with the potential to reduce emissions in some of the most difficult-to-decarbonize...
Mar 12, 20215 min read


Lessons from a hydrogen leader: Australia
This is the second in a series exploring national hydrogen strategies from around the globe. For the first in the series, see our...
Feb 24, 20214 min read


Lessons from a hydrogen leader: Japan
Global leaders series explores national hydrogen strategies around the world Excitement around hydrogen is growing fast in Canada. The...
Feb 19, 20215 min read


Charting a clean path for the airline industry
According to Gates, the answer to decarbonizing the aviation industry has to be adopting "a fuel that doesn’t cost much extra..."
Feb 18, 20214 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 labour supply and demand challenges that will arise as it develops its clean hydrogen economy, according to a new report published today by the Nuclear Innovation Institute (NII) . The report found that Ontario has an opportunity to be a leader in the growing hydrogen sector. But to do so, the province will need to prepare for workforce challenge
Feb 1, 20212 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 of energy is on everyone’s lips. The federal government today announced a new national hydrogen strategy, joining governments and industries across the world who see hydrogen as a key enabler of a net-zero carbon future. Why the fuss? Well for one thing, hydrogen has real potential to take a chunk out of greenhouse gas emissions... Read t
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 announce that David Campbell has joined the team to lead the newly created Bruce Power Centre for Next Generation Nuclear . As Director, David will direct the Centre’s work studying the emerging technologies that can help Canada get to a clean energy future. David has spent close to a decade working in public policy, with a particular focu
Dec 7, 20202 min read


Seizing Ontario’s opportunity to become a world leader in hydrogen
New report explores made-in-Ontario hydrogen potential Ontario has a historic opportunity to be a global leader in developing a clean hydrogen economy, according to a new report published today by the Nuclear Innovation Institute (NII). The report found that this province has the right combination of conditions needed to produce and market made-in-Ontario hydrogen: strong demand for clean power from its industrial base and transportation networks, and a clean energy grid anch
Nov 18, 20202 min read


Next Generation Nuclear Centre sets first goals
Hydrogen, new nuclear projects key to reaching net-zero emissions The newly formed Bruce Power Centre for Next Generation Nuclear has agreed on its first set of projects as it works towards Canada’s goal of net-zero emissions by 2050. The Centre’s first research projects will tackle issues such as hydrogen’s role as a unifying force in national energy policy, and the potential uses of new nuclear technologies—such as small modular reactors and fusion energy—now under develop
Nov 13, 20202 min read
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