Is Green Energy Viable?

[Xiahou]

Doesn't make it renewable, though?

Not renewable, but it makes it virtually inexhaustible afaik.

Solar is a long ways off from being a major player- it's still far too expensive with too little return. Really, even with it's currently astronomical prices, oil and other fossil fuels are still tough to beat. Most green/renewable sources still can't compete even at current prices without heavy subsidies.