In 2023, concentrated solar power had the highest installed costs among renewable energy technologies worldwide, at approximately 6,589 U.S. dollars per kilowatt hour. Geothermal power followed, with average installed costs of roughly 4,589 U.S. dollars per kilowatt hour.
Average installed costs of renewable energy worldwide in 2023, by technology
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Average installed costs in U.S. dollars per kilowatt hour
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