Insights for what's next

Explore practical perspectives that turn complex challenges and emerging trends into real-world outcomes.

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Andrew Bradshaw
Q&A

Driving efficiency: Design-build delivery is shaping the future of infrastructure

Design-build project delivery combines design and construction into one streamlined process—resulting in faster schedules, better collaboration and cost-effective outcomes. In this Q&A, Jacobs Design Manager Andrew Bradshaw shares how this integrated approach is reshaping infrastructure projects across North America, and how collaboration and innovation are unlocking better outcomes for communities.

Andrew Bradshaw
Twilight landscape with wind turbines silhouetted against a colorful sky and reflected in calm water
Thought Leadership

Accelerating renewable energy projects in Australia

Australia is aiming for 82% renewable electricity by 2030. Success depends on navigating approvals, overcoming technical challenges and addressing community concerns while maintaining financial and environmental viability.

Lifesciences Lab
Thought Leadership

Confronting the PFAS challenge in life sciences

PFAS are deeply embedded in life sciences operations, yet they pose rising health, environmental and regulatory risks. This article explores how industry can shift mindsets, align policies and adopt holistic solutions—from waste management and digital tools to safer alternatives—that reduce PFAS reliance, protect reputations and build long-term resilience.

Dora Chiang
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Q&A

A view on the future of sustainability: A Q&A with Bruna Paranhos

With a focus on sustainable solutions, Cross-Market Global Solutions Director for Sustainability Bruna Paranhos has been part of some groundbreaking projects at Jacobs. Her work is shaping the industry’s response to climate change, energy transition and decarbonization. In this Q&A, Bruna talks about where sustainability is headed and how resiliency should be a part of every project.

Bruna Paranhos
A Q&A with Galina Leiphart
Q&A

A view on the future of transportation: A Q&A with Galina Leiphart

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 Market Growth Director for Transportation in the U.S. West Central geography, Galina Leiphart, shares her view on the trends impacting today’s transportation infrastructure, what clients are focusing on and how we’re co-creating the world to come.

Galina Leiphart
Thought Leadership

A future-forward rotary wing maintenance complex

The Roy Blunt Aviation Logistics Facility features an infinitely reconfigurable design, which will allow the Missouri Army National Guard to provide effective airframe maintenance and repair services in its work with units across 14 states.

Anselmo Testa
Change the world? Challenge accepted.
Q&A

Changing the world: How Emily Sanders and Cory Hinds accepted the challenge

The island of Guam has multiple initiatives to improve resiliency and sustainability across different sectors, such as decarbonizing its energy grid and tackling waste problems which impact residents. Emily Sanders and Cory Hinds are developing strategies to help the Port of Guam improve resiliency and sustainability for the island.

Change the world? Challenge accepted.
Q&A

Changing the world: How Kaitlyn Mammay accepted the challenge

The construction industry ranks second in suicides among major industries in the USA. Despite advancements in physical safety, mental health issues persist – leading to a decrease in productivity while workplace accidents, suicides, substance abuse and employee turnover increase. Kaitlyn Mammay is fostering mental health awareness and creating a culture of caring in the construction industry.

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    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.

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