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Next-gen renewables costs in 2026: LCOE trajectories for emerging solar, wind, and geothermal
Utility-scale solar LCOE has fallen to $24-$36/MWh in 2025, onshore wind to $26-$50/MWh, and EGS projects target $40-$70/MWh at scale. Perovskite tandems could reduce solar module costs by 30-50% by 2028, while 15+ MW turbines are driving offshore wind toward $50/MWh. This guide maps cost curves, financing structures, and ROI timelines.