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On-site power generation
Produce low-carbon electricity directly at the mine site.
Natural hydrogen could provide dispatchable power for mining operations, particularly where grid access is limited or electricity is carbon-intensive.
Mining assets: an untapped natural hydrogen opportunity
Natural hydrogen is generated in the Earth’s crust through natural geological reactions.
Iron-rich rocks and mining residues provide ideal conditions for these processes.
Why hydrogen matters for mining
Natural hydrogen could become more than an additional resource for operators. It could help power, fuel and decarbonize mining operations.
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Zero-carbon mining fuel
Power heavy-duty mining equipment.
Hydrogen could replace diesel in selected haulage and heavy-equipment applications, reducing both fuel-related emissions and dependence on transported fuels.
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Low-carbon reductant
Decarbonize mineral processing and metallurgy.
Hydrogen can potentially replace carbon-based reducing agents in certain metallurgical processes, opening a pathway toward lower-carbon metals.
Why mines are strategic
More than 35,000 active mining sites sit on ferrous iron-rich formations capable of generating natural hydrogen.
Known geology
Detailed geological data already exists.
Abundant materials
Iron-rich rocks and residues are everywhere.
Existing infrastructure
Access, permits, power, water and facilities.
Lower exploration risk
Reduce uncertainty and accelerate evaluation.
Sustainable potential
Repurpose residues and reduce environmental liabilities.
New value creation
From mining liability to clean energy asset.
Mining environments with hydrogen potential
Other residuals
Iron-rich environments: a proven source of hydrogen
Natural hydrogen is often associated with iron-bearing formations where water circulates through the crust and interacts with iron-rich minerals, generating hydrogen.
Could your mining asset produce natural hydrogen?
Let’s evaluate your potential together.
Talk to our geoscience team