{"id":760,"date":"2025-01-30T10:25:53","date_gmt":"2025-01-30T15:25:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/cipser\/?p=760"},"modified":"2025-07-31T09:46:12","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T13:46:12","slug":"smrs-in-the-arctic-powering-canadas-future-nc-cipser","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/cipser\/2025\/smrs-in-the-arctic-powering-canadas-future-nc-cipser\/","title":{"rendered":"Energy Security and Resilience: SMR’s in the Arctic"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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\n Energy Security and Resilience: SMR’s in the Arctic\n <\/h1>\n \n \n <\/header>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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SMR Energy Security and Resilience: The Arctic<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In the face of evolving global threats and the growing urgency of energy security and resilience, the need for innovative approaches to critical infrastructure protection has never been greater. Let’s push the boundaries of risk assessment and engage with visionaries who think beyond traditional models to create future-ready solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Breaking New Ground: Are SMRs Arctic-ready  (Note – this a class exercise only)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As part of ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ University\u2019s<\/strong> Infrastructure Protection and International Security Program,<\/strong> IPIS 5105 Critical Infrastructure Risk Assessment course, students are undertaking a bold and ambitious project\u2014installing Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) on Canadian military bases in the Arctic and conducting comprehensive Threat and Risk Assessments (TRAs).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Developed in collaboration with NC-CIPSeR, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), Canadian Nuclear Labs, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC), the Department of National Defence (DND)\/Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), and industry experts, this exercise challenges students to apply cutting-edge risk methodologies to one of Canada\u2019s most complex and high-stakes environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Mission – SMR’s boost the ARCTIC<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u2714 Evaluate the security and regulatory framework for SMRs on Canadian Military bases, in extreme Arctic conditions.<\/strong>
\n\u2714 Assess geo-political threats, natural hazards and risks from cyber threats, environmental challenges, espionage, and sabotage.<\/strong>
\n\u2714 Determine how SMRs can enhance energy security and resilience for military operations, remote communities, and critical industries.<\/strong>
\n\u2714 Develop forward-thinking strategies for integrating nuclear energy into Canada\u2019s defense and energy infrastructure while adding an economic boost to Arctic communities.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why This Matters<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Arctic is at the heart of geopolitical competition, climate change challenges, and national security priorities. As Canada looks to fortify its presence in the North, the deployment of SMRs as a sustainable energy solution introduces both opportunities and risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2714 How do we secure these advanced nuclear systems in remote, high-threat environments?<\/strong>
\n\u2714 What role does AI and cyber resilience play in protecting nuclear assets?<\/strong>
\n\u2714 Can SMRs drive sustainable energy solutions for both defense and civilian applications?<\/strong>
\n\u2714 What lessons can policymakers, regulators, industry leaders, and security experts learn from this exercise?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

These are the big questions that we hope will spark discussion, debate, and groundbreaking ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pushing the Boundaries: Who Will Lead?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Innovation in critical infrastructure doesn\u2019t happen in silos.  It requires visionaries and leaders willing to challenge conventional thinking and break through bureaucratic inertia. We are calling on leaders, researchers, engineers, and security professionals to engage with us, contribute ideas, and drive this conversation forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2714 Are you a security expert<\/strong> with insight into defending high-risk assets?
\n\u2714 Are you an energy specialist<\/strong> interested in the future of decentralized power?
\n\u2714 Are you an AI and cyber strategist<\/strong> focused on protecting critical infrastructure?
\n\u2714 Are you a policy innovator<\/strong> ready to shape Canada\u2019s approach to regulation, risk and resilience?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This project is just the beginning\u2014the insights gained here will help fuel conversations and raise better questions for our Energy Sector Task Force<\/a>. We want to hear from you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join the Conversation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We believe that true innovation comes from collaboration. If you have ideas, expertise, or just a burning curiosity to explore what\u2019s next, we invite you to connect, contribute, and challenge us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s build smarter, safer, and more resilient infrastructure\u2014together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What do you think? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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