In an era of escalating climate change, utility systems are under unprecedented pressure. Join us for a compelling panel discussion where industry experts share proactive strategies to bolster resilience against severe weather events. Discover how water utilities are innovating to
Often seen as modern engineering marvels, bridges link communities and commerce, with their success ultimately hinging on how safely, quickly and economically they can be designed and constructed. In this Q&A, Jacobs Global Director for Bridges Nick Fuchs talks about the state of bridge engineering today and what clients are focusing on, and highlights trends co-creating the world to come.
Global demand for transport is rapidly increasing, with passenger rail and freight activity projected to more than double by 2050. While this growth signifies social and economic progress, it also leads to greater energy demand, increased carbon emissions and atmospheric pollutants. Read about Andrew’s solutions to meet mobility needs for an increasingly urbanized world in the following Q&A.
One of the most critical challenges in chemical remediation globally is addressing the growing impact of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and providing practical solutions. Emerging Contaminants Community of Practice Co-Leader, Ali Salter-Blanc, shares her deep insights and industry experience.
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’ transportation leader Alicia Cannon talks about local opportunities in transport planning and the importance of leveraging subject matter experts who can offer efficient, cutting-edge solutions.
Planning, building and delivering the large-scale critical infrastructure needed to provide safe, reliable water services is a complex balancing act of costs, risk and value. The most crucial challenges are creating sustainable, long-term financing and robust contracts, attracting investors and driving seamless stakeholder collaboration. The Specified Infrastructure Project Regulations (SIPR) delivery model was developed in the U.K. to help solve those challenges. Geoff Roberts, one of Jacobs’ heads of legal and program counsel, explains how and offers his insights on using the model to achieve success.
The current scorecard for U.K. hospitals and healthcare estates isn’t encouraging. It’s saddled with a growing maintenance backlog — over $12 billion (£10 billion) — and it’s marred by pandemic scars and a staffing crisis. Combine this with a rapidly aging population facing increasing pensioner poverty and poor health, the COVID-19 patient backlog, inflation and a severe funding shortage — it creates a challenging prognosis.
At Jacobs, we understand the challenges our clients face in managing their healthcare environment today while planning for tomorrow. From entire hospital campus developments to primary care clinics to specialist science and research laboratories, our team takes an integrated, data-driven approach to design and construct state-of-the-art facilities that can flex and respond quickly to emerging challenges and needs.
