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)

Potential of natural hydrogen as fuel:

1. Renewable source of energy

2. Sustainable alternative to fossil fuels

3. Localized generation capacities can be developed

4. Relies on chemical composition rather than combustion

5. Leaves no residue

However, challenges are:

1. High volatility of fuel

2. Risky storage in vehicles.

3. Inadequate research on atmospheric impacts

4. Potential hazards of pollution

6. Inconsistent supply chains

6. Can drive potential growth of sustainable automobile sectors.

7. Ease of transportation across continents.

8. Easy conversion into gas and fuel.

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Chemical decomposition

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Lab extraction from water

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Ocean research/going on

However, challenges are:

1. High volatility of fuel

2. Risky storage in vehicles.

3. Inadequate research on atmospheric impacts

4. Potential hazards of pollution

6. Inconsistent supply chains

Reasons for steel being an untapped industry are:

1. Lack of global transport mechanisms

2. Absence of sophisticated terminals at ports.

3. Higher handling charges

4. Absence of skilled manpower

5. Geopolitical rivalries affect advancement of technology.

7. National level, isolated research.

8. Inadequately developed markets.

9. Inconsistent demand supply.

India has taken a lead in the sector to emerge as global energy provider and attain goals of SDG-7 (Clean and Affordable Energy).