Jacobs Expresses Pride in Neom Project Contribution
Civil engineering firm Jacobs announced it is proud to work on the Neom port development, Oxagon, despite ongoing controversies over human rights concerns in the area.
Scope of Jacobs' Appointment
Jacobs has been appointed to offer technical and environmental advisory services to DataVolt under a $5 billion (£3.8 billion) contract. This partnership aims to establish a fully sustainable, net-zero data center ecosystem.
About DataVolt and Oxagon
DataVolt is creating an artificial intelligence (AI) factory campus within Oxagon, a key megaproject inside Neom's larger development plan. Oxagon is designed to become a cutting-edge manufacturing center and port.
Strategic Location Advantages
The port's northern proximity to the Suez Canal ensures access to the Mediterranean and Europe, while its southern positioning opens routes to the Red Sea, facilitating exports to Africa and Asia.
Environmental and Operational Features
Jacobs emphasized the campus' commitment to running entirely on renewable energy, integrating advanced cooling and energy-efficient architectural designs to lessen its environmental impact.
“Designed to operate at net zero, the facility will help meet rising global demand for AI data processing while minimizing carbon emissions.”
Summary
Jacobs is supporting the development of a sustainable AI data campus at Oxagon, aiming to combine advanced technology with environmental responsibility.
Author's Summary: Jacobs contributes to Neom's Oxagon project, focusing on sustainable, renewable energy-powered AI infrastructure amid regional human rights discussions.