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The high initial cost of installation is one of the major hurdles in the development of renewable
energy. Although the development of a coal plant requires about $6 per megawatt, it is known that
wind and solar power plants also required high investment. In addition to this, storage systems of
the generated energy is expensive and represents a real challenge in terms of megawatt production.
28. The uncertainty in energy production in renewable energy technologies is making integration
more complex.
29. The unequal playing field brought by other energy industries is one of the barriers to renewables
30. The misconceptions with the reliability of renewable energy can be one of the barriers to
adopting wind and solar power.