Jake Bittle

Jake Bittle is an American journalist and author whose work focuses on climate change, disaster, and the ways environmental upheaval reshapes communities across the United States. His debut book, "The Great Displacement," examines how climate-driven disasters — from wildfires to floods and hurricanes — are forcing millions of Americans from their homes, weaving together deeply reported personal stories with sweeping analysis. A staff writer at Grist, Bittle has also contributed to publications including The New York Times, The Nation, and The New Republic. His writing brings urgency and humanity to one of the most pressing crises of our time.