Jane S. Hearon

Jan 16, 2025 | pubs.usgs.gov | Sarah Gelman |Jane S. Hearon |Geoffrey S. Ellis

First posted January 16, 2025 Geologic, or naturally occurring, hydrogen has the potential to become a new, low-carbon, primary energy resource. Often referred to as “white” or “gold” hydrogen, this gas occurs naturally in the Earth’s subsurface, similar to petroleum resources. However, unlike petroleum, which releases carbon dioxide when burned, burning hydrogen only produces water as a byproduct.