ClimateJuly 10, 2026
aquifer
/ˈækwɪfər/
Definition
A subterranean geological formation of rock or sediment that contains and allows for the movement of groundwater.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'aqua' (water) and 'ferre' (to bear or carry). It entered English in the mid-19th century to describe geological formations that yield water.
In the news
Although the term is not explicitly cited in the text, it represents the type of underground reservoir structure where natural carbon dioxide deposits are held and where captured carbon is injected for permanent storage.
Beyond Storage: How Captured Carbon Can Be Utilized
Read the full article ↗Bipartisan Policy Center