Thor Energy PLC, under the leadership of Alastair Clayton, is making a strategic shift towards hydrogen and helium exploration by acquiring a majority stake in Go Exploration in South Australia. The region is gaining prominence for its hydrogen potential, with Thor Energy positioning itself as one of the three companies granted exploration licenses in the area, akin to the hydrogen-rich regions of Iowa and Kansas in the USA. The company is particularly interested in white hydrogen due to recent government incentives, including a $2 per kilogram production incentive for white hydrogen in Australia. Alastair Clayton believes that white hydrogen is the future, emphasizing its potential over other production methods. Despite the ongoing debate on the economic viability of green hydrogen, Thor Energy is confident in its direction and well-funded following a recent capital raise tied to the acquisition agreement with Go Exploration. With significant investments made in preparing the projects for exploration, Thor Energy is swiftly progressing towards potentially putting a drill bit in the ground. The company's focus on white hydrogen and its proactive approach to exploration indicate a positive sentiment towards hydrogen's role in the future energy landscape.