Hi, I'm Graham.
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Essays on productivity, building, and what's actually working.
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Seven priorities for Nova Scotia: business investment, customers, new industries, talent, education, and the homes and infrastructure growth needs.
Is rooftop solar worth it in Nova Scotia in 2026?
A recent Nova Scotia solar quote shows what a home system costs. See payback under current NS Power rates and compare the return with investing the cash.
Where Nova Scotia's ocean opportunity lies
Nova Scotia can sell ocean technology worldwide. Research, paying customers and lessons from other ocean economies show where we should invest next.
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