Reporter, Electrification and Climate Markets

Grade Level (for internal use): 09

About the Role:

Reporter, Electrification and Climate Markets S&P Global Energy is seeking a reporter to cover the impact of expanding demand for power in North America, focusing on electrification, data centers and other emerging energy developments. The position will also involve coverage of power and environmental markets in the United States and Canada. You will produce must-read reporting and analysis for an audience that includes utilities, commodity traders and policymakers.

Our collaborative environment fosters professional growth and encourages innovative storytelling, ensuring that our reporting remains impactful and relevant in this ever-evolving sector. The successful candidate will be ready to skillfully balance beat-reporting, data analysis and enterprise journalism. Reporters at S&P Global are expected to build a strong area of expertise and develop networks of key sources.

• Report on the implications of rising electricity demand for power markets, utilities, transmission development and resource planning.
• Cover electrification trends across transportation, industry, buildings and emerging large-load sectors, including data centers and advanced manufacturing.
• Support US and Canada power market coverage.
• Deliver differentiated reporting on renewable energy certificates and net zero initiatives.
• Support key daily power and energy transition publications.

The Impact Your focus on the energy transition and the businesses that enable it will produce critical insights on many of the defining questions of the decades ahead. Your thought-provoking news and analysis will be distributed across major S&P Global platforms.

Become a leading expert in an increasingly important sector of the economy. Develop a robust network of industry and professional contacts. Access S&P Global’s vast financial and industry data, which you can use to enhance your reporting and add deep context to your stories. Build your skills to participate in podcasts, webinars, and other media channels. Enjoy a casual working environment, with a flexible work schedule based in our Houston office.

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $65,000 to $85,000. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan. This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits.

For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees.

• 3+ years of professional journalism experience.
• Strong writing and reporting skills, along with excellent news judgement.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute story ideas.

• Knowledge of power and environmental markets.
• Demonstrated analytical and data visualization experience.
• Experience participating in panels, podcasts and other media.

This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.

At S&P Global Energy, our comprehensive view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make superior decisions and create long-term, sustainable value. Our four core capabilities are:

• Platts for news and pricing;
• CERA for research and advisory;
• Horizons for energy expansion and sustainability solutions;
• Events for industry collaboration.

S&P Global Energy is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global enables businesses, governments, and individuals with trusted data,…