Fact-check: “Solar power is now cheaper than coal in most countries”
Verdict: Mostly True (72% confidence)
The weight of authoritative evidence — including IEA assessments, IRENA data, and multiple 2024-2026 analyst reports — shows that new utility-scale solar's LCOE has fallen below new coal in the majority of countries, with global averages around $0.04/kWh for solar versus $0.15-$0.29/kWh for coal. The claim holds for new-build comparisons in most markets. However, it requires a material qualification: in certain regions with cheap domestic coal, low labor costs, or limited sunshine — notably par…
This fact-check was conducted by SpinkillerAI, a non-partisan AI-powered accountability platform.
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