Discuss the potential of natural hydrogen as a fuel to meet growing global energy demands. Why is it still an untapped industry? (Answer in 250 words)
Introduction
Natural Hydrogen (golden hydrogen) is found naturally occurring on the Earth's crust & is a renewable energy source
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Potential as a Fuel:
Why it's still untapped:
energy cost with emissions being just water vapour - H2 + O2 => H2O (combustion)
Reducing import reliance on fossil fuels - 85% of India's crude oil is imported
Replace current method of hydrogen formation using natural gas releasing large amounts of carbon dioxide (gasification)
Next growing energy demand globally - India's energy demand to double by 2010 CERF
Economic viability => Extraction costs higher than that of fossil fuels
Requirement of mining causing environmental degradation
Often found along with deposits of Methane (green house gas)
Costs of storage of hydrogen
Safety concerns with high flammability of hydrogen gas
Limited exploration of potential deposits
Requires mining of large amount of land => displacement of locals
Natural hydrogen can help diversify energy sources, achieve SDG 7: Affordable & clean energy & Net zero by 2070
Conclusion
Natural hydrogen can help diversify energy sources, achieve SDG 7: Affordable & clean energy & Net zero by 2070
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- Comprehensive coverage of both advantages and disadvantages
- Specific examples from India context (NTPL, crude oil imports, coal energy)
- Scientific explanation of chemical reaction
- Links to sustainable development goals
- Clear structure with numbered points
- Addresses both potential and current barriers
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Distribution of Key Natural Resources
Energy Resources
Natural Hydrogen as Energy Source
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