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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.

As demand for power grows, airports are at risk: A new report shows what we need to do next

Airports are significant economic drivers where mobility and commerce meet. As electrification and decarbonization accelerate while air travel continues to grow, airports will need five times more power than currently available to meet demand and avoid disruption, according to a new study co-created by Jacobs and summarized by Global Vice President Energy Transition Graeme Cooper and Vice President Aviation Americas, Steve Pelham.

Securing the future and protecting assets in a digital-physical world: A Q&A with Greg Barry

In this feature, we interviewed our Security Technical Director in Australia and New Zealand, Greg Barry, who shared his insights on the most common mistakes organizations make regarding physical and cybersecurity. He also discussed the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning to detect and prevent threats and significant security threats to critical infrastructure and assets.

What makes the Middle East a dynamic market for airport solutions providers: A Q&A with Thomas Foster

For this feature, we caught up with our Regional Aviation Technical Director, Middle East, Thomas Foster about the evolution of the aviation industry in the Middle East over the past few years, what key factors have contributed to its rapid growth and development and some of the upcoming aviation infrastructure developments and upgrades in the region.

Supporting water systems with the lead and copper rule improvements

Read how we’re supporting clients in the U.S. as they prepare for the EPA’s new proposed regulations to eliminate lead in drinking water and protect public health in our communities.