Canadian Nuclear Laboratories Transitions Clean Energy Program to Support Growing Momentum in Domestic Nuclear Power Industry

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire Canadian Nuclear Laboratories Transitions Clean Energy Program to Support Growing Momentum in Domestic Nuclear Power IndustryAuthor of the article:Canada's national nuclear laboratory prioritizes support as new nuclear era in Canada begins GNWCanada’s national nuclear laboratory prioritizes support as new nuclear era in Canada beginsTHIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountCHALK RIVER, Ontario, Sept. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), Canada’s premier nuclear science and technology organization, is announcing adjustments to its clean energy research programs. As of July 2026, CNL has closed its Invitation for Clean Energy Projects program and the Canadian Nuclear Research Initiative (CNRI). Both programs were aimed at leveraging the facilities and capabilities at CNL-managed sites to advance clean energy projects.Closing these programs is necessary to allow CNL to prioritize its programming and focus its capabilities around the current and anticipated rise in new nuclear projects that are poised to begin across the country, as Canada increasingly adopts nuclear energy to meet surging energy demand, achieving net-zero climate goals by 2050, and building energy sovereignty. CNL is playing an important role in advancing microreactor technologies for off-grid and remote applications, with multiple, targeted, initiatives underway for federal partners.Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againThe Government of Canada has been clear that nuclear will play a major role in the future Canadian energy landscape, recently announcing the development of a national nuclear strategy, and new initiatives to explore the potential of micro-reactors. Major projects underway include Ontario Power Generation’s construction of four grid-scale small modular reactors (SMRs) at Darlington, planned refurbishment of reactors at Pickering, and potential new facilities in Port Hope. Additional developments include new large-scale reactors proposed at Bruce Power and nuclear deployment initiatives in New Brunswick, Alberta, and Saskatchewan.The Invitation for Clean Energy Projects program was launched in 2018 (originally titled as Invitation for SMR Demonstration Projects) to encourage clean energy demonstrations on CNL-managed sites. The projects initially proposed at both the Chalk River Laboratories and Whiteshell Laboratories are no longer active as part of the CNL process.The Canadian Nuclear Research Initiative (CNRI) was launched in 2019 and served as a collaborative cost-shared program. The initiative supported over a dozen international projects across a range of technical disciplines, enabling technology developers to access the deep capabilities and expertise of the national laboratories. While the formal program is closing, CNL remains open to similar collaborations on a case-by-case basis.“The momentum we are seeing in nuclear energy, both in Canada and globally, signals a transformative opportunity for clean, reliable power,” commented Dr. Monica Regalbuto, CNL’s Vice-President of Science and Technology. “CNL is well positioned to help lead this next chapter – but to do so, we must diligently focus our expertise and resources where they can have the greatest impact—supporting new nuclear projects, advancing innovative technologies, and strengthening Canada’s leadership in the global energy transition.”This advertisement has not loaded yet.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.CNL is already and rapidly responding to the Nuclear Energy Strategy, realigning resources and programming to accelerate progress in key areas including heavy water production to support CANDU markets, microreactor research and development activities, science to sustain the current reactor fleet, and assessment work to understand Canada’s future needs in nuclear research capabilities. These adjustments, in conjunction with the $2.2 billion capital investment announced by AECL on behalf of the Government of Canada to modernize the Chalk River Laboratories campus, strengthen Canada’s leadership in nuclear science and technology, ensuring that the resources and capabilities of the national laboratories stand ready to support the needs of the country today and into the future.To learn more about CNL, including its clean energy programs, please visit www.cnl.ca.As Canada’s premier nuclear science and technology laboratory and working under the direction of Atomic Energy of Canada Limited (AECL), CNL is a world leader in the development of innovative nuclear science and technology products and services. Guided by an ambitious corporate strategy known as Vision 2030, CNL fulfills three strategic priorities of national importance – restoring and protecting the environment, advancing clean energy technologies, and contributing to the health of Canadians.By leveraging the assets owned by AECL, CNL also serves as the nexus between government, the nuclear industry, the broader private sector and the academic community. CNL works in collaboration with these sectors to advance innovative Canadian products and services towards real-world use, including carbon-free energy, cancer treatments and other therapies, non-proliferation technologies and waste management solutions.To learn more about CNL, please visit www.cnl.ca.CNL Contact:Philip KompassDirector, Corporate Communications1-866-886-2325media@cnl.caNotice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. 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