Nuclear
Big Energy.
Low Impact.
By producing electricity with minimal greenhouse gas emissions, nuclear energy is a key part of Saskatchewan’s path toward a net-zero future and strengthening energy security.
Highest Grade Uranium Deposits in the World
Less rock needs to be mined and processed to produce the same amount of energy, reducing environmental disturbance.
Clean
Power
Nuclear energy provides consistent, large-scale electricity without carbon emissions.
Net-Zero
Future
Greenhouse gases we emit are balanced by the amount we remove from the atmosphere. Meaning our overall impact on the climate is effectively zero.
Where Does Nuclear Energy Come From?
Uranium is the fuel that makes nuclear energy possible, and Saskatchewan is the world’s second largest producer. Inside a nuclear reactor, uranium atoms are carefully split in a controlled process called nuclear fission. When these atoms split, they release heat, which is used to produce steam and generate electricity.
Reliable Energy for a Low-Carbon World
Saskatchewan’s uranium resources could power 170% of Canada’s electricity needs, helping keep homes, hospitals, and businesses running with reliable, made-in-Canada energy.
Nuclear Energy Security
Because uranium is extremely energy-dense, less material is required to produce large amounts of nuclear energy.
Innovation
Cutting-edge mining and processing technologies that make uranium safer, cleaner, and more efficient.
Nuclear Lowers Emissions
Carbon-free power that moves us closer to our net-zero goals.
Responsible Mining
The Cluff Lake Mine in northern Saskatchewan offers a clear example of how uranium mining can support clean energy while protecting people, land, and future generations. During its 20 years in operations, the site produced more than 62 million pounds of uranium used to fuel nuclear energy power generation.
Today, it is one of the first mines in the world to be fully decommissioned with the land safely returned to the province, with long-term monitoring and funding in place through Saskatchewan’s Institutional Control Program. Independent studies confirm the area is safe for public and traditional land use, highlighting Saskatchewan’s leadership in responsible mining.
Did You Know?
Saskatchewan Plays a Global Role in Clean Energy
Saskatchewan produces about 20% of the world’s uranium, making it a major player in the global clean energy supply chain.
With ore grades 10–100x above the global average, Saskatchewan uranium delivers more uranium per tonne of rock while minimizing fuel, water, and waste.
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