This critique of solar energy and renewables is based on several misunderstandings.

Firstly, the idea that solar suppliers "steal" energy from consumers ignores the realities of market economics and the value-added services provided by utilities, such as maintaining grid infrastructure and ensuring reliable energy supply.

Renewable energy sources like solar significantly reduce carbon emissions and have a smaller environmental footprint compared to fossil fuels, which is well-supported by scientific consensus.

Additionally, the drop in solar panel costs and advancements in renewable technologies are driven by profit motives, which actually foster innovation and efficiency.

While vague philosophical arguments against profit can be entertaining, they don't change the fact that renewable energy is a crucial and sustainable alternative to traditional fossil fuels, and abandoning well-understood terms like "renewables" would only create confusion.