CleanTechnica•about 18 hours ago
Waymo: New City Alerts in Chicago & Charlotte
Key Takeaway
The rapid expansion of Waymo's robotaxi service signals significant, concentrated load growth in major urban centers, requiring power developers and grid operators to plan for increased electricity demand and infrastructure upgrades.
AI Summary
- •Waymo is rapidly expanding its robotaxi service, recently launching in Orlando, San Antonio, Houston, and Dallas, and now preparing for Chicago (MISO) and Charlotte (PJM).
- •This aggressive expansion signals substantial, concentrated load growth in major urban areas due to the electrification of transportation fleets.
- •Power developers and large power consumers in these regions should anticipate increased electricity demand and potential grid infrastructure needs for charging autonomous vehicle fleets.
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Article Content
It’s almost like you can’t go a day without another Waymo announcement, or two. Just a day after Waymo started commercial robotaxi service in Orlando, San Antonio, Houston, and Dallas, the company has shared that it is now readying a launch in Chicago and in Charlotte. Waymo to Chicago “It’s ... [continued] The post Waymo: New City Alerts in Chicago & Charlotte appeared first on CleanTechnica .