Fact-check: “Solar power is now cheaper than coal in most countries”
Verdict: Mostly True (78% confidence)
The documented record from multiple authoritative sources — including the IEA, BNEF, and peer-reviewed research — shows that new utility-scale solar PV is now cheaper than new coal generation in most major economies and, by the available evidence, a majority of countries globally. The IEA explicitly stated in 2021 that solar is cheaper than coal and gas in 'most major countries,' and subsequent reports through 2025–2026 show the cost gap has widened further. A minor qualification is needed: the…
This fact-check was conducted by SpinkillerAI, a non-partisan AI-powered accountability platform.
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