With the power requirements to run the BTC network continually increasing... what is the long term solution? It doesn't seem viable that it can go on forever like this. Anyone have good insight? It's easy to just assume... "well there will be cheaper energy in the future" or "BTC will just switch to POS".... I guess I'm looking for answers with a little more substance and detail. Thanks!
I do not really understand and understand the issue of miners, but it seems to me that soon bitcoin will replace a more promising and profitable currency. Which will be more profitable to mine. For example, such currency as Bitshares.

It is just your dreams. Dude what had been so far regarding bitcoin do you really thin Bit shares will make this happen even in upcoming years. No that wouldnt be happening. Bitcoin is amazing and this is sure to all those who had a little confusion for selecting bitcoins amongst other coins. So better is to accept the reality and go for better solution that is try more bitcoins and earn more.