Viacheslav Zgonnik

Geologic hydrogen exploration

Research and Education

Clean technology investment and philanthropy

Hydrogen occurring naturally in the Earth's crust and mantle, produced through inorganic chemical reactions rather than from fossil fuels. It is extracted directly from the ground without requiring energy-intensive production processes.

Study of specific rock formations that act as seals to trap and accumulate natural hydrogen gas underground.

Hydrogen formed over geological time deep underground, also known as geological or white hydrogen. It is a potentially low-cost, zero-emissions fuel source that does not require electrolysis.

United States

Colorado

Natural hydrogen extraction and utilization for electricity generation in the village of Bourakébougou, Mali. Operating since 2012 with nearly pure hydrogen.

A research effort using satellite imagery (Google Earth and Landsat 9) to identify fairy circles as surface indicators of natural hydrogen deposits across multiple continents.

Exploratory drilling project by Natural Hydrogen Energy to assess natural hydrogen extraction viability. Expected to transition to commercial production within a couple of years.