One source of energy generation that doesn't seem to get a lot of attention is tidal and wave energy. With our 24,000 klm of coastline, and maybe 80%-90% of the population within 50 klm of the coast, maybe it should... Also, mostly beneath the waves so only dangerous to short-sighted fish.
http://www.ga.gov.au/scientific-top...other-renewable-energy-resources/ocean-energy
