Episode OverviewIn this episode, Andy Marsland sits down with Neil McDonald, CEO of Gold Hydrogen, to unpack an exciting investment announcement and explore the future of natural hydrogen and helium in Australia. From historical discoveries that have led to cutting-edge drilling programs, this conversation dives deep into the potential of hydrogen as a clean, cost-effective energy source, and how helium (including the rare helium-3) could revolutionise industries from quantum computing to power generation and transportation.Neil McDonald is co-founder and Managing Director of Gold Hydrogen, one of the first companies in the world to confirm that high natural hydrogen deposits exist underground. Gold Hydrogen is now leading the race to commercialise hydrogen, a near carbon-zero energy source which would impact worldwide zero emissions targets.Gold Hydrogen is also progressing helium opportunities, as the hydrogen tests also produced strong helium showings, one of the first major finds in a non-petroleum area.Neil has more than 20 years of extensive commercial experience in the energy and minerals sectors and has helped commercialise some of Australia’s largest exploration projects for private and public companies. What You’ll LearnThe origins of Gold Hydrogen and its pioneering work in natural hydrogen explorationWhy South Australia’s geology is uniquely suited for hydrogen and helium extractionThe significance of helium-3 and its astronomical valueHow natural hydrogen compares to green hydrogen in terms of cost, carbon footprint, and scalabilityInsights into Gold Hydrogen’s strategic partnerships with Toyota Motor Corporation, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical and ENEOS Xplora The roadmap to commercial production and the role of infrastructure in scaling operationsKey TakeawaysNatural hydrogen could be produced for under $1/kg, making it significantly cheaper than manmade alternativesGold Hydrogen has confirmed helium purity levels of 36.9%, the highest ever reported globallyHelium-3, valued at $15 million/kg, has been found in elevated levels in their wellsThe company’s exploration acreage spans 78,000+ square kilometres, with potentially enough hydrogen to power South Australia for 40+ years Resources & Linkswww.goldhydrogen.com.auGold Hydrogen Investor HubGold Hydrogen on LinkedInPress Release: Strategic Investment AnnouncementIf you’re as excited about the future of clean energy as we are, don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review. For more information or to connect with Gold Hydrogen, check out the links above. 

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