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Synthetic Nitrogen Fertilizers: Energy, Food Security, and a Balanced Transition
Feeding billions depends on chemistry and energy. This article explains how synthetic nitrogen fertilizers—powered by affordable energy—anchor global food security, and why pragmatic decarbonization must protect supply while new tech scales.

Marcellus Louroza
May 222 min read


Food Energy Nexus: Fertilizer Reality and a Pragmatic Transition
Feeding billions depends on energy. This article explains the food energy nexus—how ammonia and synthetic fertilizers rely on affordable energy—and outlines a pragmatic path that protects yields while decarbonization scales.

Marcellus Louroza
May 42 min read


Energy Transition Economics: From Easy Substitutions to Hard-to-Abate Realities
Energy transition economics explains why some swaps—like electric lighting—scale fast while others (ammonia, steel, aviation) remain costly. Energy transition economics helps separate quick wins from hard-to-abate sectors.

Marcellus Louroza
Jul 9, 20232 min read
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