Chinese researchers from the Institute of Geology and Geophysics at the Chinese Academy of Sciences have identified natural hydrogen trapped within microscopic inclusions in ophiolites on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau. This marks the first time natural hydrogen has been detected in this region.
The discovery addresses a previous gap in domestic research and offers new geological insights that could support China’s development of clean energy resources.
**Why this matters**
Natural hydrogen is considered a promising clean energy source due to its potential for sustainable and low-emission fuel production. Finding natural hydrogen reserves in the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau could help diversify China’s energy portfolio and contribute to future energy security and environmental goals.
Source: NewsData