Overly Optimistic Wind, Solar Claims

Will renewables become cost-competitive anytime soon? The Siren Song of Wind and Solar Energy

By Institute for Energy Research —— Bio and Archives--April 2, 2009

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Despite advocates' claims to the contrary, wind and solar continue to be the most expensive sources of electricity. The New York Times recently reported that "wind power is currently more than 50 percent more expensive than power generated from a traditional coal plant." [1] Energy Secretary Stephen Chu told the New York Times that solar technology would have to get five times better to be competitive in today's energy market.[2] In spite of these reports and admissions, the public relations campaign for wind and solar powered electricity marches on.

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