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. -
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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 Hong Kong’s infrastructure opportunities: A Q&A with Paxson Chan
Our director of infrastructure unpacks how we’re drawing on our global capabilities and innovative solutions to help address major infrastructure opportunities in the city.
A view on the future of aviation: A Q&A with Bryan Smith
Airports are the gateway to one of the fastest modes of commercial transport, helping to carry people and packages to almost anywhere in the world. In this Q&A, Jacobs Aviation Architecture Principal, Bryan Smith, discusses evolving trends in airport terminal design, the priorities of our clients and the challenges we’re tackling.
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 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 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 water conveyance: A Q&A with Terry Krause
Moving and storing water is essential across the entire water cycle. In this Q&A, seasoned program manager Terry Krause discusses water conveyance, climate response and his role supporting California’s Delta Conveyance Project.
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.
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.
A view on the future of transportation planning: A Q&A with Stephen Rutherford
Decisions about transportation infrastructure influence the shape and success of our cities for generations, at a time of rapidly changing work and living patterns. In this Q&A, Jacobs Global Director for Transport Planning Stephen Rutherford talks about what’s impacting planning today, what clients are focusing on and highlights trends co-creating the world to come.
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.
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.
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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.