The title of this discussion has a problem . . . Anyway, the article is here:
http://rameznaam.com/2016/09/21/new-record-low-solar-price-in-abu-dhabi-costs-plunging-faster-than-expected/ It says: The solar bid in Abu Dhabi is not just the cheapest solar power contract ever signed – it’s the cheapest contract for electricity ever signed, anywhere on planet earth, using any technology. It is 2.42 cents/kwh. Anyway, obviously, one reason it is cheap is because they have lots of sunlight at Abu Dubai. This is like building a hydroelectric dam in Niagara, NY. I am not criticizing! This is exactly the right way to implement a new technology. Look for low hanging fruit. Use the technology in the places and situations where it works best, and gives you the best return on investment. You gain experience, make a profit, lower the price, expand the market, and eventually move into less promising markets such as solar PV in Chicago. Or Nome, AK. This is why I have no objection to Tesla automobiles targeted to the luxury market. The company is not yet contributing measurably to reducing gasoline consumption, but it is building up experience and establishing a base of technology that might eventually have a huge impact. Letting wealthy people pay for this development is a great idea. This is described in the book "The Innovator's Dilemma," which I highly recommend. - Jed
