Primary Hydrogen launches Phase 2 field sampling for natural hydrogen

The field sampling programme will be conducted by a team comprised of the company (Peter Lauder, VP Exploration) in conjunction with representatives from the Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS), under a previously announced partnership and research agreement.

This second phase of the multi-stage programme will collect soil and soil gas samples across approximately 9127 ha. and is expected to be completed by the end of July. The sampling will target major northeast trending faults and the Clay Howels Alkali Complex formations in addition to systematically testing several forest rings, or subcircular depressions, that represent potential pathways for naturally occurring gasses such as hydrogen.

The exploration programme integrates portable gas detectors, providing immediate in-field measurements, with conventional geological exploration techniques, including soil sampling, prospecting, and geological mapping. Soil gas sampling involves the collection and analysis of gases present in soil pores near the surface, to identify anomalies that may indicate the presence of subsurface hydrogen accumulations. This integrated approach is specifically aimed at efficiently identifying the presence of any natural hydrogen at surface levels, while simultaneously refining the Company’s geological understanding of potential hydrogen generation sources, migration pathways, and accumulation zones.

Primary Hydrogen’s sampling methodology and procedures have been collaboratively developed with INRS, leveraging laboratory-verified techniques to ensure consistent, reliable results and minimise artificially generated hydrogen. Collected data will directly inform subsequent exploration phases, increasing confidence in the identification and evaluation of prospective natural hydrogen targets. Upon completion of Phase 2, collected data will be analysed, and the company expects to provide detailed results and exploration updates as they become available.

The technical information in this press release has been reviewed and approved by Peter Lauder, P.Geo., V.P. Exploration for Primary. Lauder is the qualified person responsible for the scientific and technical information contained herein under National Instrument 43-101 standards.

Read the article online at: https://www.globalhydrogenreview.com/hydrogen/23072025/primary-hydrogen-launches-phase-2-field-sampling-for-natural-hydrogen/