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Protecting the Thames Estuary: Modeling to provide a reliable evidence base to safeguard millions of residents and billions in assets

The Thames Estuary is home to 1.51 million people and more than £400 ($546) billion-worth of assets that are at risk from tidal flooding. To address this challenge, Jacobs and JBA Consulting are leading the Thames Estuary 2100 Modelling Project for the Environment Agency — a key pillar of the Thames Estuary 2100 strategy. The project strengthens understanding of flood risk and provides the robust evidence base needed to guide smarter decisions that protect homes, safeguard critical infrastructure and support sustainable growth. By delivering trusted and unified insights for climate resilience, it’s helping to build a safer future for one of the principal development areas in southern England.
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Jacobs’ data center digital twin featured in NVIDIA GTC keynote

During NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang’s keynote presentation at the company’s GPU Technology Conference (GTC) on Monday, March 16, 2026, the founder and CEO highlighted Jacobs. The NVIDIA Omniverse DSX Blueprint and libraries now features a Jacobs Data Center Digital Twin solution that enables developers and owners to plan, simulate and optimize gigawatt-scale artificial intelligence (AI) data centers, known as AI factories, in a virtual environment – improving time to first revenue, efficient energy performance and resilient long-term operations.
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Jacobs recognized for advancing climate resilience and environmental innovation

Jacobs has received five Environmental Business Journal and Climate Change Business Journal awards, recognizing[RK1.1] global leadership in climate resilience infrastructure, digital innovation, nature-based solutions and data-driven decarbonization, along with a lifetime achievement honor for industry leadership.
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Jacobs supports on-time completion of critical MTA resiliency project milestone

Image credit: MTA/Joseph Yurman Image credit: MTA/Trent Reeves Subway service on the New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s (MTA) A train to Far Rockaway has resumed following a four-month suspension, marking a major milestone in the Rockaway Line Resiliency and Rehabilitation Project. Jacobs served as the project management consultant, overseeing the shutdown phase and helping deliver the milestone on schedule. The work focused on three key areas: replacing critical swing bridge components to improve reliability, rebuilding the Hammels Wye line structure, and installing flood resiliency measures to protect against future storm damage. Despite tight deadlines and challenging site conditions, Jacobs worked closely with the MTA and its design-build partners to make timely decisions and keep the project on track. “Our team’s ability to work seamlessly with MTA and the design-build contractor was key to the project’s success,” says Caitlin Johnson, Jacobs vice president and director of operations – U.S. Northeast Transportation. “By fostering a culture of teamwork and open communication, we navigated challenges effectively and delivered this crucial infrastructure improvement on time.” The reopening comes ahead of the summer season, ensuring reliable transit service to Rockaway Beach during peak tourism months. Next, crews will complete additional resiliency work around the bridge, continue line structure repairs, and finish construction on a new signal tower. The tower will support better service management during flood events and enable future upgrades to communications-based train control. The Rockaway Line improvements are part of a broader effort to enhance the resilience and reliability of New York City’s

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Jacobs technologies feature in three winning water innovation projects

Driving innovation in U.K. water infrastructure Three projects featuring Jacobs-developed technologies and expertise have been named winners of the fifth Water Breakthrough Challenge by the Ofwat Innovation Fund. The fund is delivered by Challenge Works (part of the Nesta group) in partnership with Arup and Isle Utilities. This round supports bold innovations that tackle emerging contaminants, net zero goals and water sector-wide resilience, aiming to deliver long-term benefits to customers, communities and the environment. Two of the winning projects will see Jacobs’ residuals treatment technologies developed at full scale to reduce energy use and increase biogas and fuel recovery. A third will pilot new molecular methods to optimize treatment and reduce nitrous oxide emissions. PyroPlas: Turning residuals into sustainable fuels The PyroPlas project will develop a new process for reusing wastewater residuals. It combines Jacobs’ patented Dune low-energy drying technology with pyrolysis and non-thermal plasma treatment. This approach will produce sustainable aviation and marine fuels from wastewater sludge while removing pollutants such as PFAS and microplastics. Severn Trent leads the project, with additional support from Hybrid Gasification, Durham University and several water companies, including United Utilities, Wessex Water, Thames Water, Yorkshire Water and Anglian Water. The project was awarded £11.1 million ($15.1 million) to build and operate the system for a year. While the Dune and pyrolysis systems will run at full scale, non-thermal plasma will be demonstrated at laboratory scale. Jacobs’ Dune technology enables greater fuel recovery by minimizing the energy required for drying sludge before thermal treatment. This

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Jacobs in Canada strengthens commitment to indigenous reconciliation

At Jacobs, inclusion is more than a statement—it’s one of our core values. As part of its ongoing commitment to Indigenous reconciliation, Jacobs Canada joined the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business (CCIB) Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations ( PAIR) program in 2025. The PAIR program recognizes corporate performance in Indigenous relations, signaling that a company is a good business partner, a great place to work and committed to economic prosperity in Indigenous communities. The PAIR program provides a structured framework for organizations to strengthen relationships with Indigenous businesses through their four drivers of Community Relationships, Employment, Business Development and Leadership Actions. By signing at the commitment level in 2025, Jacobs Canada is taking a proactive approach to integrating Indigenous perspectives into our business operations while supporting improved access for Indigenous-owned enterprises for opportunities within the industry, promoting Jacobs Canada as a top-tier workplace for Indigenous employees. A legacy of progress Jacobs Canada has long been a champion of Indigenous engagement and supplier diversity, supporting initiatives that create lasting benefits for Indigenous communities. As an Indigenous Procurement Champion with CCIB, Jacobs Canada has already advanced Indigenous supplier engagement by supporting procurement opportunities for Indigenous businesses and employees. “This commitment is about more than business—it’s about building trust, fostering collaboration, employment and driving economic empowerment,” says Jacobs Vice President of Canada Operations Heather MacDonald. “Through the PAIR program, we’re reinforcing our dedication to Indigenous reconciliation and sustainable partnerships that create lasting impact for Indigenous communities, and all the communities we serve across

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Jacobs’ UK operation named one of The Times top 50 employers for gender equality 2025

Jacobs’ U.K. operation has been recognized for the fifth consecutive year for our efforts in advancing gender equality. The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality is the U.K.’s leading benchmark for organizations advancing gender equality across their business. Run by Business in the Community since 2011, the list recognizes companies making significant, lasting impact in promoting workplace gender equality. “This recognition is a testament to the culture we've built together — and we’re committed to continuing our journey, creating an environment where everyone feels included, valued and empowered to thrive,” says Jacobs Executive Vice President, Keith Lawson. “Our employee communities very much support this by providing a platform for employees to collaborate and work toward a common goal, as well as aiding allyship and career development.” Our core value, “We live inclusion”, is central to our business and considered in everything we do. We believe that advancing gender equality isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s a strategic imperative. A workforce enriched by a wide range of perspectives fuels innovation, strengthens talent attraction and fosters a culture of belonging. That’s why we’ve embedded these principles into our TogetherBeyond℠ approach—a framework designed to ensure inclusion and belonging are at the heart of everything we do. Our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength. Our Jacobs Women’s Network leads pivotal gender equality initiatives within Jacobs and in the wider communities we serve, through career development activities, networking events, STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) initiatives, community outreach, mentorships

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Jacobs and AtkinsRéalis appointed National Highways’ Environmental and Sustainability Technical Partner

DALLAS, June 24, 2025 / PRNewswire/ – Jacobs (NYSE: J), in joint venture with AtkinsRéalis, has been appointed by National Highways in the U.K. to provide essential environmental and sustainability technical services to support the organization's strategy to reduce carbon emissions, enhance biodiversity and climate resilience, and support community wellbeing. The AtkinsRéalis-Jacobs Joint Venture will work closely with National Highways to support the delivery of its Environmental Sustainability Strategy, which aims to achieve net zero emissions across England’s 4,500 miles of motorways and major A-roads by 2050. With a three-year duration, the contract has been commissioned through National Highways’ Specialist Professional and Technical Services Framework. The joint venture will provide a range of technical expertise across priority areas, including designing lower carbon roads, developing nature-based solutions, mitigating pollution, optimizing resource and energy use, and integrating roads into surrounding landscapes. “Our integrated project delivery will be essential in supporting National Highways’ vision for a connected country and a thriving environment,” said Jacobs Senior Vice President Richard Sanderson. “Leveraging our knowledge of the network and the supply chain, combined with our global environmental and sustainability capabilities, we are committed to helping National Highways foster a resilient natural environment, reduce carbon emissions and support community wellbeing." AtkinsRéalis Market Director – Strategic Highways & Regional Roads, UK & Ireland, Peter Baynham said: “England’s economy depends on our strategic road network and sustainability must be at its heart, not just for environmental protection, but because resilient, low-carbon infrastructure is essential for long-term growth. This appointment

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Jacobs to deliver program management services for India’s industrial corridor projects

DALLAS, July 1, 2025 / PRNewswire/ – Jacobs (NYSE: J) has been appointed by the National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation Limited (NICDC) as Knowledge Partner to support the development and management of 12 industrial corridors across India. The project, under the National Industrial Corridor Development Program, is expected to help transform India’s industrial landscape creating a network of industrial precincts and cities to boost manufacturing capabilities, economic growth and global competitiveness. Located across 10 states and six major corridors, the project aims to build greenfield (using undeveloped land) industrial smart cities, anticipating future demand. These cities will feature pre-built base infrastructure to accelerate industrial development and support “walk-to-work" concepts, promoting sustainable, efficient industrial operations, planned urbanization and long-term environmental stewardship. Under a three-year contract, Jacobs will provide program management, including planning, design review, budgeting, monitoring and evaluation, reporting, documentation and stakeholder coordination to ensure seamless delivery across the program. "This appointment strengthens and extends our longstanding partnership with NICDC in delivering smart, greenfield developments that advance growth," said Jacobs Executive Vice President Keith Lawson. “We bring decades of program management experience to support India’s industrial transformation—paving the way for economic and broader socio-economic development for years to come.” With a focus on integrated development, sustainable infrastructure and seamless connectivity, the project will incorporate information and communication technologies-enabled utilities to minimize environmental impact. By providing quality, reliable and sustainable infrastructure, NICDC aims to create industrial cities that are hubs of economic activity and models of environmental stewardship. NICDC estimates the program

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A street with purpose: Jacobs’ vision for a more connected Midtown Atlanta

In Midtown Atlanta—one of the Georgia city’s most densely developed and highly trafficked districts—Jacobs has helped deliver a transformative design to reshape how people move through the urban core. The 15th Street Extension, a collaborative effort between Jacobs, Midtown Alliance and the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT), is a new corridor designed to improve east-west connectivity and support multimodal travel in a rapidly growing area. The project connects the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) Arts Center transit station to major streets, relieving pressure on nearby corridors and creating a safer, more accessible environment for pedestrians, cyclists, transit riders and drivers. With nearly 115,000 daily commuters in the area, the extension plays a critical role in improving mobility and preparing Midtown for continued growth. Designing for density and flexibility Located in a compact footprint surrounded by active development, the 15th Street Extension required a nimble and adaptive design approach. Jacobs worked closely with stakeholders to minimize disruption while delivering a future-ready transportation solution. Key features of the project include: Multimodal design supporting pedestrians, cyclists, transit users and vehicles Improved access to MARTA and major north-south corridors, including West Peachtree Street, Spring Street and Williams Street/I-75/I-85 Sustainable urban design strategies that enhances walkability and reduces congestion With design complete, Jacobs is now providing construction engineering and inspection (CEI) services to support Midtown Alliance through the final stages of construction, expected to finish in fall 2025. Celebrating excellence in design Jacobs’ work on the 15th Street Extension was honored with the Georgia

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Jacobs advances Milwaukee Estuary cleanup with new EPA task order

For more than two decades, Jacobs has supported the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) through its Superfund and Great Lakes Architect Engineer Services (SFGLAES) contracts. Now, under the new SFGLAES contract, Jacobs will continue advancing environmental cleanup and restoration in the Wisconsin Great Lakes area with a new remedial design task order. The new task order focuses on 12 miles along the Milwaukee Estuary, including the area where the Milwaukee, Menomonee and Kinnickinnic Rivers meet in downtown Milwaukee and flow into Lake Michigan. Designated an Area of Concern (AOC) in 1987 under the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement between Canada and the U.S., the Milwaukee Estuary has long been affected by river modifications, habitat loss and pollution. Jacobs’ work under this task order brings the estuary one step closer to being removed from the AOC list. The team is currently performing the remedial design as well as conducting data evaluation and community involvement tasks as a continuation of previously completed project phases including various remedial investigations, feasibility studies, and preliminary design investigation tasks to support the future remediation effort. The effort will target contaminated sediment in tributaries and nearshore waters of Lake Michigan, address nonpoint source pollution, enhance recreational water quality and restore fish and wildlife habitats. Since 2009, Jacobs has delivered similar environmental services for sediment remediation and habitat restoration within the Milwaukee Estuary Area of Concern—laying the groundwork for this next phase. “The health of the Milwaukee Estuary is vitally important to Milwaukee residents and to our local

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Next-level travel: Jacobs powers terminal transformation at Miami International Airport

Jacobs is part of the team delivering architectural and engineering professional services for the Central Terminal Redevelopment - Phase 2 project at Miami International Airport (MIA). The effort aims to modernize and enhance the airport's central terminal to meet the needs of today’s travelers and improve the overall passenger experience. MIA is the fastest-growing airport in the U.S. with more than 190,000 passengers and employees passing through daily. The central terminal redevelopment is a key part of its broader infrastructure enhancement plans. Phase 2 improvements include expanding the queueing area, raising the ceiling and roof to bring in more natural light, consolidating checkpoints and renovating the curbside façade on the second level to unify the airport’s exterior appearance. Jacobs is providing a range of services to support the redevelopment, including passenger experience improvements, concessions planning, security design and operational, readiness, activation and transition (ORAT) and scheduling, cost estimating, quality assurance and control and engineering construction management. “The redevelopment of the central terminal is part of Miami International Airport’s efforts to maintain its status as a leading global aviation hub,” says Jacobs Director of Architecture Kevin Regalado. “With record passenger and cargo traffic in recent years, the airport is enhancing its infrastructure to accommodate future growth. Jacobs’ experience across more than 500 airports globally gives us a deep understanding of airport operations and passenger needs, which we’ll employ at MIA to design and implement innovative solutions that not only meet the demands of tomorrow but also revolutionize the travel experience today.”

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Transforming transportation: Jacobs supports Caltrans projects in Los Angeles

With Los Angeles County accounting for 23% of California's annual vehicle miles traveled, the region’s transportation infrastructure faces constant pressure from its high demand. To help meet these challenges, the California Department of Transportation’s District 7 has awarded Jacobs two new contracts focused on enhancing mobility and supporting community wellbeing across Los Angeles and Ventura counties. Through an on-call contract, Jacobs will provide full construction management services for a range of projects involving freeways, highways, roads, bridges and tunnels. These efforts aim to improve traffic flow, increase safety and modernize infrastructure for communities in Los Angeles and Ventura counties, and surrounding areas. Under a second contract, Jacobs will deliver electrical inspection services across key traffic signal systems, street lighting, ramp metering and communications infrastructure. “Electrical systems are often the unsung heroes of modern, efficient transportation infrastructure,” explains Jacobs Transportation Market Growth Director – California Hany Haroun. ” Our skilled inspectors will uphold the highest standards for safety and performance, helping reduce congestion and enhance road safety across the region.” Both projects align with Caltrans’ long-term vision for a thriving, connected California. Jacobs brings decades of experience shaping infrastructure across the state, including work with multiple Caltrans districts. “With these new contracts with Caltrans District 7, Jacobs continues our rich history making an impact on critical infrastructure in California,” adds Hany. “We look forward to enhancing the transportation network to keep Angelenos connected, safe and on the move – and transforming our community for the better.” About transportation at Jacobs Whether

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Future-ready: Jacobs delivers critical design for Miami-Dade wastewater facility

In today’s rapidly changing world, cities and utilities are rethinking how they prepare for and respond to natural, societal and economic risks. From climate change to urbanization, the challenges are vast—and the need for resilient infrastructure has never been greater. Few places understand this more than the Greater Miami region in Florida. Often referred to as “ ground zero” for climate change, Miami-Dade County faces a unique set of challenges due to rising sea levels and the increasing threat of extreme weather events. Resilience is a top priority for the region and its infrastructure owners. That’s why when the Miami-Dade County Water and Sewer Department needed a new operations center at its South District Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), it selected Jacobs to deliver the design. The project is part of the County’s broader effort to modernize its wastewater infrastructure and improve working conditions for its staff. The new operations center will serve as the heart of the South District WWTP, which treats wastewater for nearly 2.4 million residents and countless visitors each year. Jacobs was previously selected to develop a Basis of Design Planning Report for the existing South District WWTP, completed in 2023. Now, we’re bringing that plan to life with a state-of-the-art facility designed to withstand a Category 5 hurricane and serve as a secure shelter for operators during emergencies. The facility—expected to span more than 46,000 square feet—will include a new lab, administration area, primary control center, visitor lobby and storm shelter. Much of the space will