Electricity from Renewable Energy Sources is Now Cheaper than Ever

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Renewable energy sources are at the center of the transition to a sustainable energy future and the fight against climate change.

Historically, renewables were expensive and lacked competitive pricing power relative to fossil fuels. However, this has changed notably over the last decade.

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Electricity from Renewable Energy Sources is Now Cheaper than Ever?

Renewable energy sources are at the center of the transition to a sustainable energy future and the fight against climate change.

Historically, renewables were expensive and lacked competitive pricing power relative to fossil fuels. However, this has changed notably over the last decade.


First published: July 5, 2021 (link)

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Data source: Lazard Levelized Cost of Energy Analysis, Version 14.0

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