CleanTechnica•13 days ago
Waymo Boasts “Exponential Scaling”
Key Takeaway
The rapid, "exponential" scaling of fully autonomous EV fleets like Waymo's represents a significant, concentrated, and growing electricity demand that power developers and grid operators must anticipate and plan for, particularly in urban centers.
AI Summary
- •Waymo has rapidly expanded its fully autonomous 24/7 ride-hailing service to Orlando, FL, and San Antonio, TX, after recently entering five new cities.
- •The company is boasting "exponential scaling" of its operations, indicating a significant and rapid increase in electric vehicle (EV) fleet deployment.
- •This expansion signals a substantial, concentrated increase in electricity demand in these urban centers due to continuous EV charging needs for large, continuously operating fleets, impacting local grid planning and potentially creating opportunities for new charging infrastructure and generation.
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A few weeks ago, Waymo announced that it was beginning operations, slowly and carefully, in five more cities. This week, the company announced that service is now fully autonomous and underway 24/7 in Orlando, Florida, and San Antonio, Texas. Hey there, Orlando! We’re fully autonomous in your city—meaning no human ... [continued] The post Waymo Boasts “Exponential Scaling” appeared first on CleanTechnica .