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


Nov 30, 20212 min read
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 25, 20213 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 18, 20214 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 4, 20212 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.


Oct 28, 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 21, 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 14, 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 7, 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.


Sep 23, 20213 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 10, 20212 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 2, 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.


Aug 5, 20213 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.


Jul 29, 20213 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 22, 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 15, 20213 min read
3ThoughtThursday – learnings from the Frontier
As the Director for the Clean Energy Frontier program, I have the privilege to build off tremendous work done by my colleague Chad Richards.

Jul 6, 20212 min read
NII welcomes new Director of the Clean Energy Frontier program
Jessica Linthorne brings strong economic development and communications experience

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.

May 31, 20213 min read
In conversation: Grey County and the Clean Energy Frontier
“Climate change doesn’t have these nice boundaries. It affects all of us.” That’s what Selwyn Hicks, Warden of Grey County, had to say...


May 20, 20213 min read
3ThoughtThursday – Nucleom joins the Frontier, end of coal, clean energy and the Great Lakes
It’s always a big week for the Clean Energy Frontier when we can announce that a new clean energy company has set up shop in our region.
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