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Canada’s Nuclear Future Tracy Primeau Past Shift Manager, Bruce Power & Board Member, WiN Canada
The nuclear industry is currently going through a renaissance and change, innovation, and growth in the industry are only going to be successful if we have diverse teams. We need people from different backgrounds who look different, think different, and have different experience.
John Gorman President & CEO, Canadian Nuclear Association
We’re seeing an international awakening around nuclear, with countries increasingly building out this clean energy source. We’re going to need a lot of nuclear, both conventional and small modular reactors, going forward. If Canada aligns its policy and investment support for nuclear, then I think we’re going to be able to achieve our net zero and energy security goals, and benefit from it economically as well.
We’re seeing a broader benefit of our strong nuclear industrial supply base who are collaborating with pharmaceutical innovators and partnering with nuclear energy power producers to design, develop, manufacture, and install systems that will allow for large scale harvesting and processing of medical isotopes, saving tens of thousands of lives. Darryl Spector President, Promation & Board Chair, Skills Ontario
One of our greatest challenges in the nuclear industry is the very lean representation of women, who represent only about 22 per cent of the workforce. The fact of the matter is, diversity brings improved operational and financial performance, greater innovation, better group performance, and an enhanced reputation for the company.
Creating Clean Energy for the Future with Engineering Leader Hatch Companies like Hatch are leading the way in helping us to harness nuclear energy’s immense power and transition to a low-carbon economy. Tania Amardeil
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f Canada wants to achieve its net-zero targets, decarbonizing the electricity and industrial sectors are an essential step — and nuclear energy is an essential part of the solution. Nuclear provides a non-emitting source of energy that is safe, reliable, and cost-competitive, to help facilitate the transition to a low-carbon and net-zero future.
Lisa McBride President, WiN Canada & Country Leader, Small Modular Reactors, GEH
Emily Whetung Chief Emeritus, Curve Lake First Nation
The possibility of an energy grid based only on wind and solar isn’t currently viable. Anishinaabe teachings focus on balance and I’ve come to believe we need an energy grid based on a balance of a stable nuclear baseload that’s supplemented by wind and solar technology.
Bill Walker President & CEO, Organization of Canadian Nuclear Industries
There’s the energy side of nuclear, but there’s also the health care side that impacts lives every day. Isotopes will truly have a game-changing impact, and Canada is already positioned to continue leading the medical isotope sector.
There’s been an overall trend in recognizing that nuclear will play a significant role in reducing our GHG emissions and its role in combating climate change. Young Canadians want actual change and not just greenwashing. Matthew Mairinger Vice-President, NAYGN & Business Analyst, Ontario Power Generation
Nuclear offers us clean air, a cooler climate, and life-saving medical isotopes. With a supply chain that’s 96 per cent made in Canada and high-quality jobs, we can achieve our environmental goals, a healthy economy, and a truly just transition for Canadian workers. Dr. Chris Keefer, M.D. President, Canadians for Nuclear Energy & Emergency Physician
“Public perception is that the technology is new, but we’ve been operating nuclear safely and responsibly in Canada for over 60 years,” says Mario Pieries, Director of Nuclear Business Development and Strategy at Hatch, a global multidisciplinary management, engineering, and development consultancy headquartered in Mississauga, Ont. As global energy consumption continues to increase, a sustainable energy mix is the only solution. That means nuclear complemented by other clean sources of energy. And we’ll only get there if we continue to invest in technology and innovRead the ation. Unlocking the potential of nuclear full article at energy will not only meet the challenges of innovating canada.ca. today but can also ensure a healthier planet and livelihood for future generations.
Mario Pieries Director of Nuclear Business Development & Strategy, Hatch
Visit hatch.com/nuclear to learn more. This article was sponsored by Hatch.
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