Jacobs Proud to Work on Neom Project Despite Controversy
Civil engineering firm Jacobs has expressed pride in being involved in the Neom port project, Oxagon, even amid human rights concerns linked to the area. The company was appointed to provide technical and environmental advisory services to DataVolt as part of a $5bn (£3.8bn) broader initiative.
Project Overview
DataVolt is developing a new artificial intelligence (AI) factory campus within Oxagon, Neom’s advanced industrial city. Oxagon is a part of the larger Neom megaproject and is designed to serve as a cutting-edge manufacturing hub and port.
Strategic Location of Oxagon Port
- Access to the Suez Canal, connecting to the Mediterranean and Europe in the north
- Proximity to the Red Sea in the south, facilitating exports to Africa and Asia
Environmental Commitment
"The campus will run entirely on renewable energy, using advanced cooling systems and energy-efficient architecture to reduce its environmental footprint."
"Designed to operate at net zero, the facility will help meet rising global demand for AI data processing while minimizing carbon emissions."
This effort aims to create a fully sustainable, net-zero data centre ecosystem, supporting global AI data processing needs with a minimal environmental impact.
Author’s summary: Jacobs is engaged in the Neom Oxagon project, balancing technological advancement with sustainability, despite facing human rights controversy regarding the region.