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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
Embracing unconventional career paths: Gary Furphy’s story
Dubai-based Gary Furphy, director of engineering, shares how his career at Jacobs has taken him around the world, introduced him to thousands of people and created endless opportunities for continuous growth and development.
A view on the future of intelligent transport systems: A Q&A with John Whittaker
We recently spoke with our Team Leader for Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) in Australia and New Zealand, John Whittaker. During the conversation, John discussed the role of ITS in shaping the future of transportation and highlighted the challenges often faced when implementing ITS solutions.
A view on the future of transportation: A Q&A with Jeremy Wyndham
With more than 30 years of experience in transport planning and delivering multi-modal solutions, Jeremy Wyndham is leading our efforts on a program that’s reconstructing 80 miles of I-35 in Austin, Texas. In this Q&A, Jeremy talks about the transportation challenges facing growing regions today, explores how data and technology are shaping transport solutions, and shares how his team works together with our client to deliver one of the largest, most complicated projects in state history.
Maturity assessments, preplanning and introverted leadership: A Q&A on unlocking program management success with Anna James
Building the inclusive, futureproof infrastructure of tomorrow requires closer client collaboration, tailored engagement and data-driven planning today. Project Manager and Group Lead Anna James defines the leadership and frameworks needed to succeed. Get to know Anna and her program experience in this Q&A.
A view on the future of data science: A Q&A with Munzir Abdulmajid
Guiding our clients on the digital transformation, Munzir Abdulmajid uses advanced statistical and machine learning techniques to drive data-driven decision making. In this Q&A, Munzir talks about Jacobs’ answer to complex data sharing in today’s age, explores where data science is headed and highlights how Jacobs can help clients navigate new technologies for adoption.
A view on the future of transportation: A Q&A with John Hapkiewicz
John Hapkiewicz wears many hats across the transportation market in New England. Read this Q&A to find out how he’s expanding Jacobs’ transportation capabilities and growing our talented team.
A view on the future of water reuse: A Q&A with Melanie Holmer
Strengthening our capabilities in water reuse practices and advanced treatment technologies, Melanie Holmer recently joined Jacobs as Global Water Reuse Principal and Vice President. Melanie brings more than 25 years of experience specializing in strategic planning, process selection, detailed design, program management and technical direction in drinking water, wastewater and water reuse. In this Q&A, Melanie talks about the state of water reuse, explores where it’s headed, and highlights innovations powering its progress today.
ESG materiality - what really matters?
Effectively managing Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) in any organization centers on “materiality”. In this article we explore the term, how standards and disclosures relating to materiality are changing, and what the changes means for how you approach and manage impacts, dependencies, risks and opportunities in your organization.
New CERCLA rulings for PFAS chemicals: Understanding impacts to utilities
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced finalization of a rule designating two of the most-studied PFAS chemicals, PFOA and PFOS, as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation & Liability Act (CERCLA). Jacobs Global Principal for PFAS & Emerging Contaminants Scott Grieco provides a few clarifications related to municipal utilities on the CERCLA ruling in this article.
Demystifying wastewater decarbonization
Jacobs Global Principal for Wastewater Energy Optimization and Decarbonization Emma Shen discusses the importance of transparent net-zero goals in the water sector that account for challenges like wastewater treatment process emissions and long-term decarbonization opportunities.
Innovations in membrane treatment
Jim Lozier looks ahead to the 2024 Membrane Technology Conference in Florida where Jacobs is presenting on the latest developments in membrane treatment, from high-recovery desalination to PFAS removal.
Direct potable reuse closes the loop on the OneWater cycle
Our water reuse leads Melanie Holmer and Larry Schimmoller explain how recent regulations in the U.S. are accelerating interest in direct potable reuse.
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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.