It seems obvious that profit is desirable, maybe even virtuous. If society at large fails to understand the essential goodness of profit, certainly a capitalistic HVAC industry should acknowledge it. However, even within HVAC, an anti-capitalist undercurrent slips in from time to time, making it important to note the positive points of profit.
1. Profit ensures continuity — The first obligation of a business is to survive. Without profits, a business will eventually close. A closed business serves no one — customers, employees, suppliers, investors, or the community. Profit ensures continuity, which makes it possible to serve others.