With increasing global interest in nuclear energy, getting new facilities approved involves navigating a complex regulatory process to ensure the protection of workers, our environment and the safety of the public. Governments must first understand any potential impacts of these new facilities—including effects on ecosystems, wildlife and nearby residents, particularly Indigenous communities.
To enhance their likelihood of success, many nuclear utilities seek outside expertise to make sure their projects emphasize protecting the environment and honoring community rights.
Leading the way in nuclear safety and sustainability
Enter Calian—one of the few companies in Canada that specializes in full-scope nuclear environmental impact assessments.
For more than 25 years, our Nuclear and Environmental Services team has been leading the charge on some of the country’s biggest nuclear infrastructure projects, with a focus on safety and sustainability for all. With deep, decades-long expertise in modelling radiological impacts, we efficiently manage these evaluations to help our clients secure regulatory approvals while reducing their environmental impact.
Protecting communities while advancing nuclear energy
At Calian, our impact assessment services aim to ensure our clients’ nuclear projects are both sustainable and good for the surrounding environment. We engage with stakeholders, identify potential risks, and recommend effective strategies to address those concerns.
This approach not only enhances our clients’ relationships with government regulators but also builds trust with nearby communities. Consequently, our involvement can streamline the approval process—leading to the development of a nuclear facility that protects both the environment and the community’s interests.
Enhancing environmental protection through nuclear evaluations
The global nuclear energy market is on the rise as more people seek clean and sustainable energy solutions for climate change. However, public concerns about nuclear hazards, like accidents and radioactive releases, are still top of mind for many.
The good news? Evidence from the past 60 years shows that nuclear power is a safe electricity source, with accident risks going down.
Thorough assessments that evaluate the impacts of designing, building and operating nuclear facilities are key to safety by:
- Ensuring nuclear projects follow environmental regulations, protect resources and public health
- Supporting efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions
- Aiding stakeholders in informed decision-making
Strengthening our commitment to safe low-carbon energy production
In 2024 at Calian, we doubled our nuclear workforce to keep pace with the rising demand for next-gen nuclear projects. In doing so, we aim to help more organizations achieve that balance between low-carbon energy and environmental protection.
Moving forward, we remain focused on exploring new opportunities and innovative, sustainable solutions that use nuclear power as a clean energy source in the ongoing fight against climate change.
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At Calian, we use a thorough and scientific process to positively advance nuclear projects. Ultimately what we’re trying to do is provide clean, safe, reliable energy to the world—and this is one way we support that.
