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


Summit showcases impact of clean energy industry in Bruce, Grey and Huron counties
More than 150 participants attended the virtual event to learn about the innovative efforts of the clean energy industry in the region.
Nov 30, 20212 min read


3ThoughtThursday – Clean Energy Summit, STEM gifts, recognizing local
The Clean Energy Frontier Program and the NII team are busy finalizing details for the Clean Energy Innovation and Recovery Summit. It’s...
Nov 25, 20213 min read


3ThoughtThursday – Green trees, net-zero water, Brockton economic development
This time of year has me wondering about the environmental impact of a particular holiday tradition, so I’ve gathered a few things for us...
Nov 18, 20214 min read


3ThoughtThursday – Remembering, here in the Clean Energy Frontier
This week’s 3 Thought Thursday boils down to one thought with many layers: Remembrance Day.
Nov 11, 20211 min read


3ThoughtThursday – Ontario Pumped Storage, new children's book, snow safety
I shared how our commitment to clean energy and ability to support and leverage the clean energy sector in the Bruce, Grey and Huron region.
Nov 4, 20212 min read


3ThoughtThursday – clean water, economic development forum, sharing insights
The Clean Energy Frontier program did some discovery work this week: at the Walkerton Clean Water Centre, through the Saugeen Shores 3rd Ann
Oct 28, 20212 min read


3ThoughtThursday – Bruce County ec dev, Clean Tech Export Week, empathy in leadership
We have seen some beautiful days in the past couple of weeks and before we know it the snow will be flying in Bruce County.
Oct 21, 20212 min read


3ThoughtThursday – Welcome to the Clean Energy Frontier
It has been a big week at NII! To remain with our tradition of #3ThoughtThursday, I had to narrow down my thoughts.
Oct 14, 20212 min read


NII’s Jessica Linthorne named to list of Ontario's top 10 economic development professionals
Jessica Linthorne, Director of the Clean Energy Frontier, has been recognized by EDCO for overall excellence and achievements in her field.
Oct 14, 20212 min read


3ThoughtThursday – Giving thanks, saving lives, telling our story
For many of us in the Clean Energy Frontier, this weekend will be filled with delicious food and fall colours.
Oct 7, 20212 min read


3ThoughtThursday – National Truth and Reconciliation Day
All three thoughts today are related to Truth and Reconciliation Day. Canada, we have so much work to do.
Sep 30, 20212 min read


3ThoughtThursday – Grey County Ec Dev, tri-county tech sector, building networks
We quickly realized the Grey County Ec Dev team is dynamic, passionate, and just as enthusiastic about collaboration as the NII team.
Sep 23, 20213 min read


3ThoughtThursday – CNA conference, Excellence in Manufacturing, why language matters
This week we have a CNA Conference update, a great chat with the Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium, why language matters—and well...
Sep 16, 20213 min read


3ThoughtThursday – Welcoming Week, Grey County on World EV Day, first responder shout out
Today’s three thoughts begin with a program to support newcomers to the Clean Energy Frontier region, moves to celebrating World EV Day with
Sep 10, 20212 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


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


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


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


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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