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Figure 1. Decline in Photovoltaic Module Prices, 1975-1998

Figure 1. Decline in Photovoltaic Module Prices, 1975-1998. Having trouble? Call 202 586-8800 for help.

   Source: P. Maycock, The World Photovoltaic Market 1975-1998 (Warrenton, VA: PV Energy Systems, Inc., August 1999), p. A-3.

PV module prices have declined from about $30 per watt in 1975 to under $5 per watt in 1998.

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