The McKnight Foundation is pleased to share a new report: Nitrous Oxide — A Hidden Threat: Pathways for Industry & Agriculture to Reduce Emissions from Synthetic Fertilizer. This analysis outlines opportunities for climate funders and advocates to support the agricultural sector in reducing nitrous oxide (N₂O) — a potent and often overlooked greenhouse gas. Through insights from researchers, farmers, and sector leaders, the report explores how both synthetic fertilizer producers and farmers can take actionable steps to mitigate emissions while protecting yields.

This report presents commonsense pathways toward ambitious, achievable goals for reducing agricultural nitrous oxide emissions by 2050. It highlights promising practices and technologies already in use and identifies areas for future investment and research. Addressing nitrous oxide emissions is about more than climate metrics—it’s about building a more resilient, equitable, and sustainable food system. It means supporting farmers, farmworkers, and rural communities to drive change from the ground up.

Follow this link to read the report.