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 health infrastructure: A Q&A with Matthew Holmes
Health systems today must flex to thrive through constant change. Global Solutions Director of Health Infrastructure Matthew Holmes and his team are shaping some of the most significant healthcare projects around the globe. With diverse regions and more diverse formats, they’re thinking differently about the tools we can use to deliver critical health services for our clients and their patients. In this Q&A, Matthew discusses how we’re improving healthcare infrastructure with our clients, the opportunities ahead and how healthcare is 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 water resource recovery: A Q&A with Tim Constantine
Carrying our wastewater solutions and treatment technologies into the future, Tim Constantine recently took on a new role as Jacobs Global Director of Water Resource Recovery Solutions. Tim brings 30 years of experience in wastewater process planning and design to the role. In this Q&A, Tim talks about the state of water resource recovery, how he’s rebranded how we think about wastewater, and highlights treatment innovations co-creating the world to come.
A view on the future of drinking water and reuse: A Q&A with Dr. Russell Ford
Water is one natural resource we all share – but managing our essential drinking water supplies has never been more complicated. From water scarcity to emerging contaminants, providing the safe drinking water that many of us take for granted requires solutions to new and complex challenges. In this Q&A we connect with Jacobs Global Solutions Director for Drinking Water and Reuse Dr. Russell Ford to discuss the challenges and opportunities ahead as we support our clients with safe and resilient drinking water solutions.
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 the future of resources: A Q&A with Sara Adly
The mining industry contributes around 10% of the world’s GDP. The global mining equipment market is projected to reach $121.4 billion by 2026. These statistics, a surge in demand for critical minerals linked to the energy transition and a drive to achieve net zero by 2030 demonstrate the industry’s importance in shaping a more sustainable future. Jacobs Market Director for Resources in Australia and New Zealand Sara Adly gives her perspective on how digital technologies are enhancing operational efficiency and talks about the solutions we’re co-creating with clients to navigate complex challenges and transform tomorrow.
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 ecotoxicity: A Q&A with Chris McCarthy
The magnitude and breadth of the PFAS challenge are increasing. Successful remediation hinges on measuring and understanding the chemical cost and effect of these toxins, and Senior Principal Technologist Chris McCarthy is leading the way. Read on to learn more about his industry-leading insights.
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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.