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


What does success at COP26 look like for nuclear?
The industry has a real opportunity to change the channel and show the crucial role it will play in decarbonizing the global economy.
Nov 2, 20215 min read

Talking to kids about climate change… with stinky toot jokes?
New children’s book from NII Explore brings humour and fun to science education
Nov 1, 20212 min read

“Nationally Determined Contributions” at COP26: what you need to know
COP26 is officially underway and the spotlight is on national leaders as they kick off two days of meetings part of the World Leaders Summit
Nov 1, 20212 min read


Ontario’s electricity future needs nuclear: October Nuclear Intelligence Report
This month’s Intelligence Report tackles a timely question: what is the role of nuclear power in getting to net zero emissions?
Oct 29, 20211 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


“COP26”: what you need to know
We're cutting through the acronyms and reams of reporting to give you the essential info you need follow along
Oct 27, 20213 min read


Safer beaches save lives: innovation at work in Bruce County
The Smart Beach Project includes remote sensing, machine learning and IoT—and is on track to launch as a pilot in 2022.
Oct 25, 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

SMR development, finance and advocacy: an interview with Canon Bryan
I recently sat down with Canon to talk about SMR development in Canada, the process of raising capital as a nuclear company, and more.
Oct 12, 20214 min read


Bruce Power advances Net Zero 2027 commitments with local projects aimed at reducing GHG emissions
Through its Net Zero partnership with NII, Bruce Power will also be funding the development of carbon-offset projects in our local community
Oct 7, 20211 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


History in the making: inside Canada's first-ever grid-scale SMR project
A historic decision is about to be announced this fall—which everybody, not just folks from the nuclear industry—should be watching out for.
Sep 24, 20214 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


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


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


A summer of science: NII Explore engages students and adults alike
Hands-on fun and competition for more than 1,000 Bruce and Grey students this summer
Sep 9, 20211 min read


What we can learn from Illinois’ recent clean energy success
This week the Illinois Senate passed a sweeping clean energy bill that should help prevent two nuclear plants in the state from closing.
Sep 2, 20214 min read
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