ClimateJuly 10, 2026
urea
/juˈriːə/
Definition
A nitrogen-based chemical compound used as a primary ingredient in the production of fertilizers for agriculture.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'urina' (urine), as it was first identified in human urine in the 18th century. It was later the first organic compound to be synthesized in a laboratory from inorganic starting materials in 1828.
In the news
The article identifies urea production as a major industrial process that consumes 125 million tons of carbon dioxide annually, highlighting a significant opportunity to replace standard inputs with captured carbon.
Beyond Storage: How Captured Carbon Can Be Utilized
Read the full article ↗Bipartisan Policy Center