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2010 and 2015 LCOE ranges for solar and wind technologies. The cost of producing electricity from renewable sources such as wind and solar has been falling for several years. Bottom: LCOE ranges for solar PV and wind technologies at three discount rates. Source: IEA/NEA. Click to enlarge. Source: IEA/NEA. Click to enlarge.
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