Could mountains be key to unlocking hydrogen’s potential?

Scientists are investigating whether the formation of major mountain ranges like the Alps, Pyrenees, and Baetic could have released natural hydrogen gas, which could offer a cheaper and more sustainable alternative to synthetic hydrogen production. This exploration is crucial as hydrogen is seen as a key player in reducing emissions in hard-to-decarbonize sectors like chemical production, shipping, and steelmaking. Finding natural sources could revolutionize the hydrogen economy and make it more feasible to phase out fossil fuels.