“The most important environmental problem is one that is rarely mentioned, namely the lack of a conservation ethic in our culture” – Gaylord Nelson. Energy has become an extremely hot topic over the past couple of years, with arguments for our energy concerns ranging from environmental issues to political issues to economic or financial issues. The variety of energy sources available to Ontarians has been a positive outcome for citizens, but the consequences of using some of these sources have not been positive. The situation, although carefully considered, was the cause of heated arguments between people. With approximately thirteen million citizens living in Ontario, the future of the environment and sustainable energy sources is in question. While there are many types of energy sources from which Ontarians can get their electricity, the Premier of Ontario should focus on renewable energy for the sake of future generations, the economy and the province. The majority, if not all, of Ontarians using energy sources come from; nuclear power plants, hydroelectric power plants and renewable energy sources. Nuclear power, which has come a long way since the 1940s during World War II when uranium was used to make bombs, is considered a dangerous energy source. The creation of this energy comes from the division of the unstable uranium nucleus. This power generation energy source currently meets half of Ontario's energy needs, is subject to rigorous waste management, and emits varying degrees of radiation. The majority of Ontario's energy demand is met by nuclear power plants. Low operating costs for Ontario make it practical and extremely useful for the entire province. The management of the two nuclear power plants in Ontario, Pickering Nuclear and ...... middle of paper ...... sources cannot be considered responsible. It is clear that the answer to our energy problems is to move from traditional energy sources to renewable energy sources, thereby reducing greenhouse gas emissions, ending our dependence on foreign oil and eliminating our global transfer of wealth to oil-producing countries. According to David Suzuki, Canadian scientist and environmentalist, “we must change for the sake of our health, our children and grandchildren and even our economic well-being, we must make protecting the planet our top priority.” By using these energy sources, Canada's carbon footprint will be reduced. This will result in improved air quality for current and future generations. The transition will create more jobs and financially help Ontario families across the province. Renewable energy is the answer to a prosperous life and future.