Québec’s Geological Landscape May Hold Vast Reserves of Natural Hydrogen, Boosting Renewable Energy Goals, Researchers Say.

Québec’s geological landscape may contain vast reservoirs of natural hydrogen, known as white hydrogen, according to researchers from the Institut national de recherche scientifique (INRS). The study suggests that areas like Thetford Mines could be rich in this resource, which could significantly bolster Québec’s renewable energy ambitions and align with global efforts to transition towards cleaner fuels. Several regions across Québec have shown promise in containing commercially viable quantities of this hydrogen, including Abitibi, Montérégie, Estrie, and Gaspésie. However, regulations regarding natural hydrogen exploration are currently under review in Canada. Denis Brière, a pioneer in natural Hydrogen exploration, remains optimistic about Québec’s prospects.