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In the kNOW

In the kNOW is an ongoing webinar series exploring the ideas, trends and challenges shaping water infrastructure. Each session brings together insights on the issues that matter most to the industry today.

Water

Solutions for the full water cycle — from rainfall to reuse — that strengthen communities and safeguard the environment

Resilience by design: Safeguarding water utilities from cyber threats

According to Check Point Research and Reuters, cyberattacks on U.S. utilities in 2024 increased nearly 70% compared to the year before, leading to an average of 69 attacks every week. In 2025, the trend continued, in the U.S and globally. What can water utilities do to protect themselves from these digital threats? The OT environment at Hampton Roads Sanitation District (HRSD) is a success story as it protects one of the largest regional water and wastewater utilities in the U.S., servicing more than 20 counties and cities and 1.5 million people. Thanks to its signature program of embedded visibility, governance and consequence-driven planning, it can serve as a blueprint for water utilities globally.

How can nations protect their coastlines and water systems as climate risks intensify?

Rising sea levels, climate change and growing urban density are increasing pressure on Singapore’s coastal and water infrastructure. Without long-term planning, this pressure will only intensify. The challenge is multifaceted: strengthen coastal and flood resilience and secure the nation’s water

How do we modernize power grids at scale?

Across the globe, power systems are being pushed to do more than ever before. Aging assets need replacement. Gigawatts of renewables must connect at speed. Regulators expect resilience, reliability and value all at once. Utilities are being asked to modernize

How can water utilities navigate infrastructure funding in the face of uncertainty?

For water utilities across the U.S., the funding landscape continues to evolve. Traditional funding sources can change or become less reliable, creating uncertainty for water utilities working to deliver critical infrastructure improvements. For Tahne Corcutt, navigating that complexity is about

Expo 2020 Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Expo 2020 Dubai (Expo), the first World Expo in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, transforming a 4.38km2 site into a lasting urban legacy.

Etihad Rail: Connecting the Emirates through innovation and Infrastructure

The United Arab Emirates is building more than a railway—it's building a more connected, resilient future. Etihad Rail stretches from the Saudi border to the port of Fujairah, linking cities, ports and logistics hubs across the country and beyond. With Jacobs as a key delivery partner since day one, the network is redefining what’s possible in fast-tracked, sustainable infrastructure.