Current Canadian Attitudes Towards Nuclear Energy
Uranium and nuclear energy have been benefiting from renewed attention in Canada, and around the world, as one solution to environmental and energy supply concerns.
Used as a nuclear fuel, Uranium is an emissions-free source of energy, which makes it safe for the environment in comparison to other fuels. Canada has the world’s richest uranium deposits in northern Saskatchewan and has long been a world leader in Uranium technology.
But what do Canadians, on a whole, think about nuclear energy?
A recent research report prepared by Ipsos-Reid for the Canadian Nuclear Association, outlines Canadians’ current attitudes towards the environment, energy supply and a nuclear solution.
The report shows that Canadian concerns about future energy supply are becoming widespread, in tandem with environmental concerns:
- Only 37% of Canadians believe that conservation efforts on their own will be enough to offset growing demand
- Only 54% of Canadians believe that there is enough electricity supply in their province to meet future needs
There is overwhelming support for more government commitment to non-CO2 producing energy sources (93%) (more…)