Natural hydrogen : geological formation, accumulation, and resource potential for a low carbon future / Yujie Yuan, Lai-Chang Zhang, Zhuo Feng.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Yuan, Yujie, author.

Zhang, Lai-Chang, author.

Feng, Zhuo, 1978- author.

Series:

Synthesis lectures on renewable energy technologies 2690-5019

Synthesis lectures on renewable energy technologies, 2690-5019

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Hydrogen as fuel.

Gases--Geology.

Gases.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (xxxiii, 207 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color).

Place of Publication:

Cham, Switzerland : Springer, [2026]

System Details:

text file PDF

Summary:

Natural hydrogen (H2) holds significant promise as a clean and renewable energy source that helps achieve a net-zero carbon future. However, the study of natural hydrogen reservoirs (NHRs) remains in its early stages, limiting their exploration and development. This book provides a comprehensive review of NHRs, including their geological occurrence environments, formation mechanisms, enrichment processes, advanced exploration and production technologies, and influencing factors. Although high concentrations of natural hydrogen have been identified globally, only the Bourakebougou hydrogen field in Mali has reached commercial production. This book outlines the current understanding of natural hydrogen systems, highlighting recent advancements, key challenges, and prospects for future energy supply. It provides a systematic examination of geological origin, accumulation, and preservation conditions of natural hydrogen, along with reservoir-forming processes, global distribution patterns, detection technologies, and future outlook. To unlock the full potential of NHRs, continued progress in geological exploration, detection, and extraction technologies is essential, along with a deeper understanding of hydrogen genesis and trapping mechanisms. Future research should focus on improving the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of hydrogen recovery, enhancing storage and transport solutions, and ensuring environmental and operational safety. Achieving a sustainable, hydrogen-powered future requires an interdisciplinary approach, integrating insights from geology, geoscience, engineering, and policy. This book aims to serve as a valuable reference for researchers, industry professionals, and decision-makers committed to advancing this emerging field of clean energy. In addition, this book: Examines the viability of natural hydrogen deposits as a substitute for conventional hydrogen techniques Evaluates drilling, extraction, storage, and transportation barriers to harnessing hydrogen from subsurface reservoirs Advances knowledge on natural hydrogen systems and their impact on the adoption of decarbonized energy systems.

Contents:

Introduction

Geological Environment

Global H2 distribution and Location

Genesis and hydrogen Source

Migration and Accumulation

Reservoir Rock for H2 Storage

Caprock and Sealing Integrity

Trap and retention of natural hydrogen

Conclusion and Future Outlook.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references.

Online resource; title from PDF title page (SpringerLink, viewed April 15, 2026).

Other Format:

Print version: Yuan, Yujie Natural hydrogen

ISBN:

9783032144690

3032144698

OCLC:

1585502729

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license