The number one situation seems to be people using "live" wallpapers and backgrounds on their phones. If you switch to static, non-updating choices instead, your battery life should improve.
There are a great many other things you can do to extend HTC EVO battery life. Here are a couple great articles:
"Tips and tricks to extending the HTC EVO 4G and Incredible's battery life..."
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