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 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.
Accelerating deliverability and healthier returns in active travel: A 5-lesson framework
The business and social case for active travel has been proven, but as an industry, it faces budget restrictions and economic headwinds. Our Senior Associate Director of Transport Planning Andrew Kelly shares his five project-proven lessons in boosting deliverability and better commercial and social returns for communities and clients.
Applying global PFAS insights in UK and Europe: Creating a cross-sector solution for success
The rising impact of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances is arguably the greatest remediation and regeneration challenge our world has faced in the last 50 years. Add in the complexity of fast-changing regulation and compliance, and we’re collectively facing a moving, morphing target — just like the chemicals that make up PFAS. The answer lies in an innovative mix of talent, technology and industry collaboration, and Jane Thrasher, director of land quality and ground contamination, is pioneering the ideal formula.
A view on the future of transmission & distribution: A Q&A with Freddie van der Linde
The future of our world – economically, socially, technologically and environmentally – hinges on the evolution of energy systems, networks and infrastructure. In this Q&A, we connect with Jacobs Global Solutions Director for Transmission & Distribution Freddie van der Linde to discuss the trends and opportunities ahead for transmission and distribution and how we’re tackling the energy challenge in a changing world.
Why I wear the “J” with Peter Lalas
Our longest-tenured employee, Peter Lalas, shares how the company has evolved, his work on the Ted Williams Tunnel project and why he stays at Jacobs – even after 55 years.
Changing the world: How James Chae accepted the challenge
Delivering for tomorrow means getting creative today to upksill and find the talent of the future. James Chae shares his experience growing our talent pool and attracting the next generation of dreamers, thinkers and doers.
Changing the world: How Siobhan Adeleke accepted the challenge
Stakeholder management requires balancing sometimes conflicting interests. Siobhan Adeleke shares her experience managing expectations across our built infrastructure projects.
A new training facility, built through innovative teamwork
Through early contractor involvement and an understanding of the urgency to complete the project, a much-needed Mariner Skills Training Center was able to go from concept to completion in less than four years.
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.
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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.