US Solar and Wind Contract Prices Rise in First Quarter
US solar and wind prices rose in the first quarter amid permitting delays and high demand. Data centers drive costs up while developers face labor shortages.
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Prices for renewable energy contracts in the United States rose sharply during the first quarter of 2026 as developers faced a combination of tariffs, labor shortages, and permitting hurdles. According to a report from LevelTen Energy, an online hub for renewable energy sellers and corporate buyers, the price increases come at a time of soaring demand for power, particularly from the data center industry.











