The energy FUD is the most hypocritical of them all. It's uncanny how so many can be dogmatically attached to always-on appliances, clothes dryers and Christmas lights, while criticizing a network that is providing millions a safe savings mechanism. The most privileged of all positions is that which preaches our overuse of energy.
Using more energy is the goal. Every single person sitting in a home without electricity is dreaming about using more energy. Embrace your energy privilege.