Fact-check: “Solar power is now cheaper than coal in most countries”
Verdict: Mostly True (72% confidence)
The documented evidence — including IEA data, IRENA figures, and multiple research sources — consistently shows that new utility-scale solar has a lower LCOE than new coal in most major economies, with solar averaging around $38–$78/MWh globally versus higher coal costs in most markets. The qualification is that LCOE comparisons measure the cost of new generation capacity and don't fully account for grid integration costs, reliability requirements, or existing (already-paid-for) coal infrastruc…
This fact-check was conducted by SpinkillerAI, a non-partisan AI-powered accountability platform.
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