Evan Halper

Washington, D.C.

Business reporter covering the energy transition

Education: Bates College, B.A. in Rhetoric; Columbia University, M.S. in Journalism

Evan Halper is a business reporter for The Washington Post, covering the energy transition. His work focuses on the tensions between energy demands and decarbonizing the economy. He came to The Post from the Los Angeles Times, where he spent two decades, most recently covering domestic policy and presidential politics from its Washington bureau.
Latest from Evan Halper

Houthi attacks are starting to reshape shipping flows

As rebels attack container ships and oil tankers passing through the Red Sea, economists do not expect a major impact on U.S. prices unless the violence worsens.

January 17, 2024

U.S. firefight with Houthi gunmen heightens shipping risk in Red Sea

Sunday’s firefight, in which 10 Houthi militants were killed, appeared to be the first direct engagement between the U.S. and Houthi forces since Oct. 7.

December 31, 2023

U.S. oil production hit a record under Biden. He seldom mentions it.

The politics of oil are particularly tricky for Democrats, whose chances for victory in the 2024 elections can hinge on whether young, climate-focused voters come out in big numbers.

December 31, 2023

Is climate-friendly flying possible? Biden administration places a big wager.

Billions of dollars in new tax credits aim to cut jet emissions — but experts worry they could make the problem worse.

December 28, 2023

White House clean-energy spending boom puts Biden in the crosshairs

As the White House celebrates the launch of its multibillion-dollar climate incentives, opponents see targets ripe for attack in an election year.

December 22, 2023

BP suspends Red Sea shipping amid attacks by Yemen’s Houthi militants

The move, in response to Houthi attacks in support of Hamas in its war with Israel, came as the U.S. announced it would launch a coaltion to protect Red Sea shipping.

December 18, 2023

Bipartisan senators seek information about Russian oil flows to U.S. supplier

The congressional effort follows a Washington Post examination revealing that shipments of banned Russian fuel have been making their way to a refinery that serves the U.S. military.

December 4, 2023

Companies made big climate pledges. Now they are balking on delivering.

At a crucial moment in the fight against climate change, the world’s biggest companies are not delivering on their commitments to curb warming.

December 3, 2023

UAE looks to burnish its climate credentials with $30 billion pledge

At the COP28 summit, the United Arab Emirates announced $30 billion to help poor countries with climate projects, including the transition to cleaner energy.

December 1, 2023

OPEC Plus cuts oil production to blunt falling oil prices

Brazil also has joined as a member, a blow to U.S. efforts to keep gas prices down.

November 30, 2023