Chinese Scientists Discover Natural Hydrogen Source on Qinghai-Xizang Plateau
Chinese scientists have discovered natural hydrogen in microscopic rock cavities within ophiolites on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau. This finding, published in Science Bulletin, suggests a new direction for zero-carbon clean energy exploration. The hydrogen, found alongside methane, is linked to water-rock chemical reactions, indicating potential underground 'natural factories' for hydrogen production. This discovery provides evidence of serpentinization, a natural hydrogen generation process, occurring beneath the plateau. The research highlights the potential for large-scale hydrogen accumulation in the region, offering a strategic option for China's energy security and green development. 
