About Jake

Jake Bittle is a reporter whose work primarily focuses on climate change, energy, and disasters. He is a staff writer at "Grist" and author of "The Great Displacement: Climate Change and the Next American Migration," which examines the impact of climate-driven disasters pushing Americans away from their homes.

In his talk, Jake will discuss the challenge of building disaster-resilient infrastructure in the nation amid financial and regulatory constraints. He will also explore the broader challenge of decarbonization in a world that demands more power than ever before.

The selection of Jake as a keynote speaker at ASCE2027 reflects the growing prioritization of resilient solutions in civil engineering. His perspective will help connect climate experts with civil engineers to advance community priorities.