Exploring Geologic Hydrogen Potential in Newfoundland Ophiolites: A Strategic Research Partnership
Key Ideas
- First Atlantic Nickel Corp partners with Colorado School of Mines to study geologic hydrogen potential in Newfoundland ophiolites.
- Research focuses on hydrogen production from serpentinized peridotites, aiming to evaluate extraction methods for economic viability.
- Comprehensive techniques including geophysical surveys and drill core analysis will be used to create 3D models of hydrogen distribution.
- Potential stimulation methods target a 10,000-fold increase in hydrogen production rates, akin to methods in the oil and gas industry.
First Atlantic Nickel Corp has formed a strategic research partnership with the Colorado School of Mines to explore the geologic hydrogen potential in two Newfoundland ophiolite complexes. The St. Anthony Ophiolite Complex and the Pipestone Ophiolite Complex are the focus areas for studying hydrogen production from serpentinized peridotites. The research aims to assess potential extraction methods that could enhance economic viability, with a particular interest in stimulation methods for increasing hydrogen production rates significantly. Techniques such as geophysical surveys, remote sensing, soil sampling, and drill core analysis will be utilized to create 3D models of hydrogen distribution within the complexes. The flat-lying structures in the St. Anthony complex and the steep vertical formations in the Pipestone complex provide diverse geological settings for this research. The recent discovery of nickel and chromium in these complexes further underscores the geologic significance of the region. The ultimate goal is to implement extraction methods similar to those in the oil and gas industry, with a targeted 10,000-fold increase in hydrogen production rates. This partnership signifies a step towards leveraging geologic resources for sustainable hydrogen production.
Topics
North America
Economic Viability
Research Partnership
Newfoundland
Geologic Potential
Ophiolites
Colorado School Of Mines
Nickel Corp
Extraction Methods
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