Alaska geologist Mark Myers, a commissioner with the United States Arctic Research Commission, is exploring the potential of geologic hydrogen reserves to drive a new energy industry in the state. Inspired by the discovery of hydrogen in Mali, which successfully fueled a village power plant, Myers is hopeful that similar deposits exist in Alaska's metamorphic rock formations. His concerns about climate change and the need to transition away from fossil fuels have led him to advocate for hydrogen as a cleaner energy alternative. Research efforts are ongoing to locate naturally forming hydrogen reservoirs, with a focus on both making green hydrogen from water and extracting hydrogen from underground sources. The U.S. Geological Survey has developed models to identify potential hydrogen reservoirs in the U.S., with promising areas including the Great Plains and the Atlantic coastal plain. Despite challenges such as depth and accessibility, there is optimism that tapping into these hydrogen reserves could provide a significant carbon-free energy source. Geoffrey Ellis, a research geologist, is leading the effort to map areas in the U.S. likely to contain hydrogen, while Myers advocates for similar exploration in Alaska. Collaborative efforts, including a hydrogen workshop in Fairbanks, aim to advance geologic fieldwork to pinpoint viable hydrogen sources. The potential for hydrogen as a key player in the post-fossil fuel energy landscape is driving these research initiatives, with hopes of a cleaner and sustainable energy future.