Unlocking the Potential: US Hydrogen Prospectivity Revealed
Key Ideas
  • USGS releases hydrogen prospectivity map revealing the potential for subsurface hydrogen resources in the USA.
  • Known hydrogen occurrences, helium, and geothermal systems overviewed, with focus on midcontinent rift in Kansas, Nebraska, and Iowa.
  • Highest hydrogen content of 96 Mol.% found in Hoffmann #3 well in Iowa suggests convergence of migration routes towards the northwest.
  • Despite previous findings limited to small-scale applications, the search for a significant hydrogen accumulation continues globally, with Spain's upcoming drilling as a potential game-changer.
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) has unveiled a hydrogen prospectivity map for the USA, indicating a promising potential for subsurface hydrogen resources. Sarah Ryker of USGS expressed optimism about the map, highlighting regions with subsurface hydrogen resources. Recent exploration in the midcontinent rift area of Kansas, Nebraska, and Iowa has shown promising results, with the highest hydrogen content recorded in the Hoffmann #3 well in Iowa. This data has sparked enthusiasm in the industry, with discussions on LinkedIn reflecting a positive outlook towards future opportunities in hydrogen exploration. While some skepticism exists, particularly regarding the lack of commercial-scale hydrogen accumulations despite extensive drilling efforts globally, the geologic hydrogen community remains hopeful. The hunt for a substantial hydrogen accumulation continues, with Spain's upcoming drilling project in the Monzon-2 well presenting an opportunity to potentially prove the existence of significant hydrogen reserves. The quest for a breakthrough in hydrogen exploration persists, with the US at the forefront of this exciting endeavor.
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