France Discovered World's Largest White Hydrogen Deposits

France Discovered World’s Largest White Hydrogen Deposits

White hydrogen is naturally occurring, geologically sourced hydrogen that offers a potential clean energy alternative, with ongoing research exploring its viability for sustainable fuel production.

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Context: France has discovered 46 million tons of natural hydrogen beneath the soil of Folschviller, Moselle region.

What is White Hydrogen?

White hydrogen (also called natural hydrogen) is a naturally occurring form of hydrogen found in the Earth’s crust.
Unlike grey, blue, brown or green hydrogen, it does not require industrial production or carbon-emitting processes.
It is considered the most environmentally friendly form of hydrogen.

Advantages

Naturally occurring: Unlike other forms of Hydrogen, it does not require industrial production.
Zero Emissions: It does not emit Carbon.

Different types of Hydrogen

Type	Description
Green Hydrogen	Produced by splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen using renewable energy sources like solar or wind power. It is climate-neutral and a clean energy source.
Grey Hydrogen	Produced from fossil fuels (natural gas, coal, etc.), releasing carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. It accounts for about 95% of the world’s hydrogen supply.
Blue Hydrogen	Produced using fossil fuels, but carbon emissions are captured and stored, making it more environmentally friendly than grey hydrogen.
Pink Hydrogen	Produced by splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen using nuclear energy-powered electrolysis. It is also known as purple or crimson hydrogen.
Turquoise Hydrogen	Produced from natural gas through methane pyrolysis, generating solid carbon instead of CO2, making it a cleaner alternative to grey hydrogen.