Natural hydrogen
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Techno-economic and viability assessments of natural hydrogen
We will develop a detailed subsurface simulation model, then make cost estimates to determine the economics of natural hydrogen production.
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Hydrogen generation – optimal locations using AI/ML
We are searching for Hydrogen Generation Optimal Locations, using spectroscopic logging and machine learning.
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Native hydrogen – gas surface seepage
We have successfully applied soil-gas monitoring techniques to test for the presence of natural hydrogen seeps in Australia.
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Australian fairy circles
Do fairy circles indicate the presence of hydrogen?
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Geogenic hydrogen exploration
Geologic hydrogen research combining field exploration with lab research.
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CSIRO R+ Cutting Edge Science Symposium: “Natural hydrogen: A new sustainable geo-source of energy for Australia?”
Natural hydrogen symposium in Perth, Western Australia in November 2023.