Paris Takes the Lead: New Grants for Geologic Hydrogen Research Unveiled
Paris, Thursday, 13 November 2025.
Renaissance Philanthropy’s latest initiative funds groundbreaking studies on geologic hydrogen, a novel zero-carbon energy source. Scientists explore its potential, promising hydrogen at under $1 per kilogram.
A New Era for Energy
Renaissance Philanthropy has announced a new grants programme focusing on geologic hydrogen (geoH₂), a promising zero-carbon energy source. This initiative invites a wide array of researchers to explore geoH₂’s potential, which scientists claim could eventually deliver hydrogen at less than $1 per kilogram [1]. This marks a significant step towards a cleaner energy future.
Unlocking Earth’s Hidden Potential
The potential of geoH₂ is staggering. An estimated 5.6 trillion tons of hydrogen lie beneath the Earth’s surface, offering about sixty times the energy content of all the world’s oil and gas combined [1]. This initiative is crucial, as it supports unlocking these vast reserves, propelling us closer to a sustainable energy economy.
Collaboration is Key
Ishan Sharma of Renaissance Philanthropy highlights the importance of collaboration in this journey. By sharing data and resources, particularly from HyTerra Ltd.’s exploration wells in Kansas, progress can be accelerated across the entire energy ecosystem [1]. Such partnerships are vital in overcoming the current lack of subsurface data, which has been a barrier for many researchers [1].
Building a Sustainable Future
The grants programme is not just about research; it’s about building a sustainable future. With support from institutions like the Australian National University and CSIRO, and aligned with global trends, the programme fosters interdisciplinary collaboration [2]. This approach is essential for enhancing hydrogen generation, storage, and utilisation technologies, making hydrogen a cornerstone of our future energy landscape.
Join the Hydrogen Revolution
For those interested in joining this revolution, proposals can be submitted through the programme’s website. Grants range between $50,000 to $100,000 for up to 12 months [1]. So, if you’re a researcher ready to tackle the challenges of our time and explore Earth’s hidden hydrogen reserves, this is your chance to make a mark [1].