Fact-check: “Solar power is now cheaper than coal in most countries”
Verdict: Partly True (62% confidence)
For new-build utility-scale generation, solar LCOE has fallen below new coal in most major markets — confirmed by IEA and multiple energy research bodies. But 'most countries' needs a big caveat: it applies most clearly to new-build projects in regions with high solar irradiance and higher coal costs. Existing coal plants with sunk capital costs can still run at $31–$50/MWh in many markets, below current utility solar LCOE in less-sunny regions, and countries like China continue building new co…
This fact-check was conducted by SpinkillerAI, a non-partisan AI-powered accountability platform.
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