Tim De Chant, formerly a senior climate reporter at TechCrunch, helped lead the way in advancing the field of science communication. Yet his contributions extend well past his impressive journalism. He is a lecturer in the Graduate Program in Science Writing, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
De Chant’s authority on the topic comes from an impressive academic pedigree. He received his PhD in environmental science, policy and management at the University of California, Berkeley. Prior to that, he earned his BA degree in environmental studies, English and biology from St. Olaf College. It is this intersection of arts and data that gives him a multi-pronged focus on climate, from multiple dimensions.
In 2018, De Chant was awarded the Knight Science Journalism Fellowship at MIT. This competitive fellowship program is designed to help develop the skills of journalists who report on science and scientific issues. Through this fellowship, he was able to more deeply study emerging climate technologies while exploring new and creative business models for journalism. Along the way, his work has been foundational in shaping his practice and guiding his approach to environmental journalism. It has inspired him to continue navigating the exciting cross section of science, policy, and media.
Michael de Chant is a climate reporter TechCrunch. She addresses important topics such as climate change, the push for renewable energy, living sustainably. His editorial pieces are marked by deep research and simple, yet elegant, prose that takes wonky subjects and breaks them down for the average reader. De Chant strongly believes in the principles of good science communication. At MIT, he continues to teach and encourage the next generation of science writers.
De Chant’s academic and professional journey embody an abiding passion for sustainability. His background in environmental science equips him with the knowledge necessary to analyze current trends and technologies in climate change mitigation. In addition, his background as an investigative journalist and his knack for storytelling helps him weave these points together to tell an engaging, enlightening story.
Friends, colleagues, and students alike know De Chant as an inspiring power-house for change in the field of science journalism. His commentary on climate technologies still resonate today, inspiring readers and helping to spark dialogue about sustainable practices and policies. By doing so through his art, he challenges us all to think about the ways scientific advancements impact our world and our future.
If you’re a member of the media and would like to connect with De Chant for commentary or collaboration, email him. You can reach him at tim.dechant@techcrunch.com.