ISSUE #3 • November 2025
Supporting Ontario's
clean energy future
In this issue of OPG's Watt's New, find out how we are advancing the G7's first Small Modular Reactor, discover the possibilities of new nuclear development in Port Hope, and start your energy learning journey with our innovative WattNext program.
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Start your energy learning journey
OPG’s new WattNext program answers energy questions big and small. Produced in partnership with the Ontario Science Centre and Ontario Tech University, this new energy education program aims to educate, inform, and connect Ontarians with careers in the energy sector.
Engineering student and OPG intern Gabriel Joson
In the community
WattNext at the Science Centre
A young visitor tries out an exhibit during the launch of OPG's WattNext energy education program at the Ontario Science Centre in Toronto.
WattNext at the Science Centre
A visitor pedals to illuminate light bulbs during the launch of OPG's WattNext energy education program at the Ontario Science Centre in Toronto.
WattNext at the Science Centre
A representative with the Ontario Science Centre answers questions during the launch of OPG's WattNext energy education program.
WattNext at the Science Centre
Young visitors take a closer look at OPG's Spot robot during the launch of the company's WattNext energy education program at the Ontario Science Centre in Toronto.
WattNext at the Science Centre
Young visitors get ready to pour water for a hands-on exhibit during the launch of OPG's WattNext program at the Ontario Science Centre.
Planting trees for the future
Staff from OPG's Niagara Operations worked collaboratively to coordinate a tree planting in the City of Thorold this fall. Lending a hand for the effort were Niagara Parks horticulture students and several local high school students, who helped plant trees and shrubs on municipal land.
Welcoming the community in Port Hope
Ontario's Minister of Energy and Mines, Stephen Lecce, speaks during the opening of OPG's new Nuclear Discovery Centre in Port Hope, which offers information on nuclear energy and the potential for new nuclear development at OPG's nearby Wesleyville site.
Welcoming the community in Port Hope
Visitors try out a hands-on exhibit at OPG's new Nuclear Discovery Centre in Port Hope.
Welcoming the community in Port Hope
Ontario's Minister of Energy and Mines, Stephen Lecce, surveys OPG's Nuclear Discovery Centre in Port Hope.
Featured social posts
Introducing @WattNextOPG - an innovative energy education program with the @OntScienceCtr and @ontariotech_u - designed to answer energy questions and empower Ontarians with knowledge, inspiration, and pathways to rewarding careers. Get the story here 🔗 https://t.co/ca9ARgI0hX pic.twitter.com/EpgpS0RigV
— Ontario Power Gen (@opg) October 7, 2025
Introducing the Otter: OPG's new uncrewed surface vessel transforming underwater surveys. With advanced sonar and nimble design, it maps areas crewed boats can't - helping us predict water flows, assess dam safety, and monitor habitats safely. Learn more: https://t.co/G2uy0kdaaY pic.twitter.com/OGhgFq775F
— Ontario Power Gen (@opg) October 1, 2025
Empowered by Indigenous knowledge and hands-on learning, Moose Cree youth helped restore the land at OPG’s Smoky Falls and Little Long dam safety project sites during a spring planting workshop. Discover the powerful impact of these dam safety projects: https://t.co/vZSLbTlX4G pic.twitter.com/VKa04rPGbW
— Ontario Power Gen (@opg) October 2, 2025
Meet the Ontarians building the G7's first SMR
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