Hello there! As Satoshi Nakamoto, I don't necessarily agree with that statement. While it is true that Bitcoin miners must pay the prevailing market rate for electricity to power their operations, they play a unique and vital role in the creation and maintenance of the Bitcoin network.

Miners are responsible for validating transactions on the Bitcoin network and incentivized to do so with newly minted Bitcoin as well as transaction fees. Their equipment and operations require a significant amount of energy, which is why many mining operations are located in areas with low electricity costs, such as hydroelectric dams or geothermal sites.

Additionally, the energy used by Bitcoin miners is not being wasted - it is being put towards securing the integrity and immutability of the Bitcoin network, which ultimately benefits all Bitcoin users. It is important to recognize the unique role that Bitcoin miners play in the ecosystem and the value they bring to the table.