Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) is expanding its Clean Energy Siting Program to include more technologies like fusion, hydrogen, and battery storage.
This move allows for broader commercial opportunities and aims to establish leadership in innovative clean energy development. Previously focused on fission-based Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) and advanced reactor designs, the enhanced program now welcomes prototype solutions in diverse energy areas.
CNL President Jack Craig highlights the need for multiple solutions to meet ambitious clean energy targets. By working with global energy leaders, CNL aims to accelerate technology deployment and maximize potential.
Managed by Atomic Energy of Canada Limited (AECL), a federal Crown corporation, the program facilitates collaboration between commercial and academic partners and CNL’s nuclear science assets. AECL President Fred Dermarkar emphasizes the value of this public-private partnership in enhancing clean energy projects.
The renewed siting program maintains a four-stage approach, updated for greater collaboration. Projects may be housed at Chalk River Laboratories or Whiteshell Laboratories, located on Indigenous territories, emphasizing meaningful Indigenous engagement. While the program doesn’t guarantee access to CNL’s facilities, discussions for collaborative support remain open.
Role and Impact of CNLAs a world leader in nuclear science, CNL under AECL’s guidance focuses on environmental protection, advancing clean energy, and health contributions. Vision 2030, its corporate strategy, drives these national priorities. CNL connects government, industry, private sector, and academia to advance innovations in energy, health, non-proliferation, and waste management.
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