Lisa Friedman
About Lisa Friedman
Lisa Friedman is a Climate Change and Energy Reporter at The New York Times, with over 30 years of reporting experience, half of which focuses on climate change. She previously served as the Washington D.C. Bureau Chief for the Los Angeles Daily News and has worked for various publications, including The Bakersfield Californian and the Las Vegas Review-Journal.
Current Role at The New York Times
Lisa Friedman serves as a Climate Change & Energy Reporter at The New York Times, a position she has held since 2017. Based in the Washington D.C. Metro Area, she focuses on reporting issues related to climate change and energy policy. Her role involves extensive research and analysis of current events, legislation, and international climate agreements.
Previous Experience in Journalism
Prior to her current role, Friedman held various positions in journalism. She was the Washington D.C. Bureau Chief for the Los Angeles Daily News from 2003 to 2008. Additionally, she worked as a reporter for The Bakersfield Californian from 1996 to 1998 and served as an intern/reporter at the Las Vegas Review-Journal from 1994 to 1996. She also worked as the Washington bureau chief for The Oakland Tribune.
Education and Expertise
Friedman has a strong educational background in English Language and Literature, having earned her Bachelor's degree from Columbia University from 1990 to 1994. She furthered her studies at the University of Maryland, where she completed a Master's in Journalism through a fellowship from 1998 to 1999. Her academic training supports her extensive career in journalism, particularly in climate change reporting.
Background and Early Career
Born and raised in New Jersey, Friedman began her journalism career after completing high school at Pingry, where she graduated in 1990. She gained initial experience as an intern/reporter at the Las Vegas Review-Journal and later worked at The Bakersfield Californian. Her career spans over 30 years, with a significant portion dedicated to climate change reporting.
Reporting on Climate Change
Friedman has dedicated half of her 30-plus years of reporting experience to covering climate change. She has traveled extensively for her reporting, including trips to the Himalayas and a Chinese coal mine, to provide in-depth coverage of global climate issues. Additionally, she served as the editor of Climatewire for eight years, focusing on energy policy and international climate matters.