On this podcast episode of The Nemeth Report, Dr. Tammy Nemeth chats with energy expert Paul Tice to discuss his recent report, A Strategy for Financing the Nuclear Future. Tice discusses why U.S. nuclear power projects have stalled, lessons from Vogtle, and innovative financing strategies to advance the future of nuclear energy.
When governments take ownership stakes in private companies, business decisions can become politicized, efficiency may decline, and taxpayer support often increases. Global experience – from the U.S. to Europe and Canada – show that mixed enterprises rarely outperform the private sector. The challenge ahead is ensuring policies encourage innovation and investment without blurring the lines between government and business.
The rapid rise of AI and automation is reshaping the knowledge economy, shifting the value of education from memorization to creativity, problem-solving, and human connection – skills where AI falls short. Like past technological revolutions, AI should be seen as a tool to enhance learning. The challenge for parents, educators, and leaders is to guide its use in fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and meaningful connection.
New York mayoral front-runner Zohran Mamdani is making headlines with his affordability agenda, promising expanded free public services, social housing, and public transit subsidies funded by higher taxes. While the proposals aim to ease the cost of living for New Yorkers, economists and critics question their long-term effects on the city’s economy and housing market.
Despite U.S. tariffs, Canada has pivoted strategically, leveraging the CPTPP and CETA to boost trade with the EU and UK. This diversification has protected exporters and positioned Canada for growth, with Alberta’s businesses leading the charge in energy, agriculture, and tech. Strategic foresight has turned challenges into opportunities, proving the value of trade agreements in a volatile global economy.
Europe’s economy is high-taxed, over-regulated, and underperforming – not a model Canada should copy. While trade and cooperation with the EU bring benefits, adopting Europe’s economic policies could hurt Canada’s competitiveness and strain relations with the U.S. Instead of imitating Europe, Canada should focus on building a uniquely competitive economy that thrives globally.
Alberta’s mining industry is showing promising signs of progress and opportunity. According to the Fraser Institute’s Annual Survey of Mining Companies 2024, Alberta ranks 27th globally but stands out 9th worldwide for its attractive policy environment. Alberta is advancing in the production of potash, lithium, and rare earth elements – critical for electric vehicles and advanced manufacturing.
Canada is shifting trade from the US to the EU under Mark Carney, but tough EU climate rules risk pricing out Canadian businesses – especially small and energy-intensive ones. Meanwhile, the US remains a simpler partner, and Asia offers growing, less regulated markets. Is EU integration worth the cost?
Canada is a global leader in zero-carbon electricity, generating over 80% of its power from clean sources. This isn’t just good for the climate – it’s a competitive advantage. It’s time to own this success and make clean electricity central to our national story.
A new article from the Fraser Institute highlights the growing challenges facing Canadian small businesses, which make up over 98% of all firms and employ nearly two-thirds of private sector workers. Despite their vital role, rising costs, high taxes, and excessive regulation are making it harder for entrepreneurs to thrive. At AEG, we believe supporting small business is essential to Alberta’s long-term economic resilience.
