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Scientists Say Earth Has Made Enough Hydrogen to Power Humanity. Here’s How to Find It.

Edd Gent | May 16, 2025

There’s growing optimism that huge amounts of natural hydrogen are stored deep underground. Now, researchers have identified the key geological features that could help us hunt for the clean-burning fuel.

Hydrogen is a leading contender to replace fossil fuels because it only produces water when burned in combustion engines or used to power fuel cells.

We already produce a substantial amount of hydrogen for industrial purposes, such as during the production of fertilizer. But most hydrogen is generated from hydrocarbons, leading to waste gases that add 2.4 percent to global carbon-dioxide emissions.

Efforts are underway to create greener sources of the gas by using renewable electricity to split water into hydrogen and oxygen. But the technology is still far from being commercially viable...more
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