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21 February at 17:33 ·
A groundbreaking study suggests Earth may harbor an immense, untapped energy source—trillions of tons of hydrogen gas hidden deep beneath the surface.
Even more remarkable? It could power the world for centuries.
Research led by Geoffrey Ellis of the U.S. Geological Survey estimates that geologic hydrogen reserves total approximately 6.2 trillion tons (5.6 trillion metric tons), offering a potential low-carbon energy source that could reduce global dependence on fossil fuels for the next 1,000 years.
This naturally occurring hydrogen forms through geochemical reactions within the Earth's crust. While significant reserves have already been found in Albania and Mali, scientists believe vast deposits exist worldwide. However, much of this hydrogen may be buried too deep or located offshore, posing challenges for large-scale extraction…..
These guys are developing some very deep drilling technology, as well as another energy source:
https://www.quaise.energy/Good read Jon, Eden Project are using a fair bit of Geothermal and are further developing the system for others to benefit, not on this kind of scale though and it doesn't need to be.
Looking ahead there will be different solutions largely dependent on your geography I think but I find it encouraging that people are taking the future seriously now and are no longer viewed as vanity projects or vote catchers.
