Fact-check: “Solar power is now cheaper than coal in most countries”
Verdict: Mostly True (72% confidence)
The documented evidence — from the IEA, IRENA, and multiple independent analyses — consistently shows that new utility-scale solar is now cheaper than new coal in most major economies, and in most parts of the world. The IEA confirmed in 2021 that solar offered 'the cheapest electricity in history' and was cheaper than coal and gas in most major countries, and subsequent reports through 2025 show costs have continued falling. The main qualification is that 'most countries' by count (i.e., a maj…
This fact-check was conducted by SpinkillerAI, a non-partisan AI-powered accountability platform.
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