Fact-check: “Solar power is now cheaper than coal in most countries”
Verdict: Mostly True (72% confidence)
The documented record from the IEA, IRENA, BNEF, and academic research consistently shows that new utility-scale solar PV is now cheaper than new coal on an LCOE basis across most major electricity markets, including the U.S., Europe, China, India, and much of the developing world. The claim requires a modest qualification: the cost advantage applies most cleanly to new-build comparisons, and in some markets — particularly those with very cheap domestic coal, low construction costs, or limited…
This fact-check was conducted by SpinkillerAI, a non-partisan AI-powered accountability platform.
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