Renewable energy comes from sources that naturally replenish and don't deplete over time, unlike fossil fuels. Major renewable sources include hydroelectric power (Canada's largest renewable source), wind, solar, biomass, and geothermal. Canada generates over 60% of its electricity from renewables, primarily hydroelectric dams in Quebec, British Columbia, Manitoba, and Newfoundland and Labrador. Federal and provincial governments promote renewable energy through incentives, renewable portfolio standards, and carbon pricing. Municipalities increasingly install solar panels on buildings, purchase renewable energy, and support community energy projects. Renewable energy is central to climate change mitigation strategies at all government levels.