Tim De Chant is one of America’s best climate journalists. He brings an impressive academic background and extensive experience in reporting on environmental issues to this role. He received his PhD in environmental science, policy, and management from the University of California, Berkeley. Over his career he has aggressively pursued the challenges that the climate crisis has brought. De Chant is a senior climate reporter at TechCrunch. He is passionate about educating audiences about important environmental topics.
After graduating from St. Olaf College, de Chant began his career as an educator. There, he received a triple BA degree in environmental studies, English and biology. This rich academic background prepared him with the artistic sensitivity to witness and intellectual flexibility to understand that he brings to his reporting. His unique background as a scientist and communicator makes him the perfect candidate to simplify complex climate-related issues and engage young people in a call to action.
De Chant has been an integral force at TechCrunch. He is a professor in MIT’s Graduate Program in Science Writing. This RTP position gives him time and space to pass on his breadth of knowledge and experience to the next generation of journalists. He mentors students to be inspired, engaging communicators of scientific knowledge. In doing so, he is creating the future of science journalism.
In 2018, De Chant was awarded the highly competitive Knight Science Journalism Fellowship at MIT. This award recognizes his remarkable contributions to all of us in pursuit of a better field of journalism. During this fellowship, he studied climate technologies as an independent journalist and explored new business models for journalism. His research during this period not only enhanced his understanding of crucial climate solutions but provided insights into the evolving landscape of media.
With climate change making international news as the dominant crisis of our time, De Chant’s work is more relevant now than ever. He’s a nimble critic of the intersection between technology and climate policy. It’s this kind of expertise that has always made him a tremendous resource to both readers and fellow journalists. He’s deeply committed to promoting a broader understanding of the environmental challenges we all face. Through his powerful storytelling, his aim is to motivate action by everyday people and politicians.
Tim would be glad to work with you on outreach by email tim.dechant@techcrunch.com His availability for consultations or interviews underscores his commitment to fostering dialogue about climate solutions and the role of journalism in addressing these challenges.
