Insights for what's next
Explore practical perspectives that turn complex challenges and emerging trends into real-world outcomes.
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Thought LeadershipGigawatt challenge: Infrastructure for the AI era
Jacobs Senior Vice President, Advanced Facilities and Market Lead AI Data Centers, Dana Tilley explores how digital twins can enable owners, operators, developers, utilities and communities to plan gigawatt-scale AI data centers faster — improving grid resilience and balancing power, cooling and site constraints earlier in the process. -
Thought LeadershipAdvancing nature-based solutions for resilient infrastructure
A view on the future of transportation: A Q&A with Steve Pelham
Transportation infrastructure is the backbone of society, enabling efficient movement of people and goods, fostering economic growth, and enhancing quality of life by connecting communities and supporting sustainable development. In this Q&A, Jacobs Director of Transportation for the Americas Steve Pelham shares his view on the trends impacting today’s transportation infrastructure, what clients are focusing on, and how we’re co-creating the world to come.
A view on the future of transit: A Q&A with Tim McKay
Public transportation systems, valued as some of the most equitable and sustainable modes of transportation, connect communities and help stimulate economic development. In this Q&A, Jacobs Americas Market Director for Transit Tim McKay talks about trends keeping rail & transit on track for the future, what clients are focusing on, and how we’re co-creating the world to come.
A view on the future of highways & bridges: A Q&A with Mara Campbell
Transportation infrastructure is the backbone of society, enabling efficient movement of people and goods, fostering economic growth, and enhancing quality of life by connecting communities and supporting sustainable development. In this Q&A, Jacobs Americas Market Director of Highways and Bridges Mara Campbell shares her take on the trends impacting today’s transportation infrastructure, what clients are focusing on, and how we’re co-creating the world to come.
A view on the future of transportation planning: A Q&A with Seth Torma
At a time of rapidly changing work and living patterns, decisions made on transportation infrastructure can influence the shape and success of our cities for generations. In this Q&A, Jacobs Transportation Planner Seth Torma talks about what’s impacting planning today, what clients are focusing on, and highlights trends co-creating the world to come.
A view on the future of heavy rail: A Q&A with Dava Kaitala
Rail is a vital component of our transportation infrastructure, yet the challenges we face in enhancing and maintaining it are more complex than ever. Leaders like Jacobs’ Americas Market Director for Heavy Rail, Dava Kaitala, are at the forefront, leveraging their extensive experience to drive transformational sustainability initiatives. In this Q&A, Dava explores the latest trends and opportunities in heavy rail and discusses how we can enhance rail infrastructure to support economic growth and environmental stewardship.
A view on shaping a resilient future for Hong Kong: A Q&A with Chloe Tong
A growing city, Hong Kong is a major international business, trade and financial hub in Asia. In this article, meet Chloe Tong, one of our senior engineers who discusses her journey and how we're helping shape Hong Kong's future.
Water, energy and food: Water’s role at the nexus of three critical resources
Jacobs Global Water Director Susan Moisio explores the interconnectivity of water, energy and food and the need for integrated, cross-sector solutions. Read her perspectives.
Waste and resource management procurement 2.0: 3 lessons for decreasing costs, managing risks and boosting sustainability
Waste and resource management services in the U.K. are under pressure to provide more value for less money. With a predicted rise in contract procurement in the next few years, how do councils create effective, compliant long-term contracts with the right partners? It starts with these industry lessons. Read more.
A view on the future of ports & maritime: A Q&A with Duncan Kopp
Ports & Maritime facilities are essential for global trade, economic development, and supply chain efficiency. In this Q&A, Jacobs’ Americas Market Director for Ports & Maritime Duncan Kopp talks about trends and opportunities that are keeping this complex industry afloat.
Delivering critical infrastructure programs: 4 ways to build high-performing teams
Major projects and programs are large complex multi-problem-solving endeavors, which are increasingly required to efficiently address the risks associated with our aging infrastructure, changing societal needs and the multi-faceted challenges of a changing climate. Jacobs Program Director Darren Milsom introduces his approach for the development of high-performing teams to deliver these major infrastructure projects and programs.
Exploring hydrogen production at water resource recovery facilities
Ted Couch outlines the synergies, pitfalls and opportunities for hydrogen production at water resource recovery facilities. He’ll be discussing the topic in more detail at WEFTEC 2024 in New Orleans, October 5 – 9.
Advancing Hong Kong's vision for a resilient future: A Q&A with Irene Or
Our technical director unpacks how Jacobs is helping the city solve complex challenges and chart a sustainable path forward, along with insights on driving project success, the significance of fostering an inclusive culture and more.
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Future Foundations
Co-creating the world to come
From developing climate resilience and transitioning to a low-carbon future, to modernizing and transforming infrastructure, governments and businesses face critical challenges. How they respond will define our future.
As our clients navigate these challenges, we help them think differently – working together to pioneer tomorrow's infrastructure solutions and build the foundations for a prosperous, secure future.