The Splitting Atoms Podcast

Chapter 4: Bat Conservation with NWMO and The Toronto Zoo

In this chapter, host Caitlin Stone delves into the Native Bat Conservation Program, a collaboration between the Nuclear Waste Management Organization and the Toronto Zoo. This initiative seeks to deepen our understanding of the challenges and threats facing native bat species in South Bruce Peninsula and to bolster conservation efforts to support these species. Conservation is a collective effort, and a key aspect of this program is working with communities to dispel myths about bats and reintroduce these creatures to the public. Ensuring safe habitats and garnering community support are essential for the long-term protection of native species. Caitlin is joined by Toby Thorne of the Toronto Zoo as well as Melissa Mayhew from the Nuclear Waste Management Organization.  For more information, visit www.torontozoo.ca/bats.  Be sure to follow The Toronto Zoo and the Nuclear Waste Management Organization on social media channels to stay up to date on this and other conservation efforts.  @thetorontozoo @tzconservancy @nwmocanada

Chapter 3: Canada's Plan for Waste Management with Laurie Swami

In this chapter, we discuss Canada's plan for safely and securely storing used fuel for today and tomorrow, as well as the relationships and exploratory work that goes into selecting communities to host our waste management facilities. Thank you to Laurie Swami, The Nuclear Waste Management Organization, and our chapter partners, PCL Nuclear.

Chapter 1: The State of Nuclear in Canada with John Gorman

In Chapter One, we look at the overall state of nuclear within Canada. Our nation has always been a leader within the industry, and continues to lead the way into the future. We discuss how nuclear is delivering much needed consistent, cleaner, and affordable energy. We also look to new technologies that will allow nuclear to serve communities across the country, making clean, affordable, and consistent energy available to even the most remote communities.  I am joined by John Gorman, President and CEO of the Canadian Nuclear Association. With a extensive background in the energy sector, and served as Canada's Designate to the International Energy Agency's Executive Committee (PVPS) and was a Founder of the Canadian Council on Renewable Electricity (CanCORE). He’s using this experience to secure a leading role for nuclear energy at the heart of Canada’s energy transition. John has been recognized as one of Canada’s CLEAN50 and was awarded the designation of Climate Project Ambassador by Nobel Laureate Al Gore in 2008. The Canadian Nuclear Association (CNA) has been the national voice of the Canadian nuclear industry since 1960. Working with our members and all communities of interest, the CNA promotes the industry nationally and internationally, works with governments on policies affecting the sector and endeavours to increase awareness and understanding of the value nuclear technology brings to the environment, economy and daily lives of Canadians.