Brad Plumer

Brad Plumer is a climate and energy reporter for The New York Times, where he has covered environmental policy since at least 2018. His career trajectory includes previous roles as a senior editor at Vox.com (2014-2018) and energy policy reporter at The Washington Post. Plumer specializes in analyzing the intersection of climate science, energy technologies, and government policy, with particular focus on federal climate assessments, renewable energy transitions, and the political dimensions of environmental regulation. Notable work includes his critical coverage of Trump-era climate policy changes, particularly the 2017 dismissal of scientists from the National Climate Assessment team and analysis of U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Agreement. His reporting frequently incorporates technical energy market data while maintaining accessibility for general audiences.