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The discovery of 96% natural hydrogen renews interest in Kansas subsurface

PureWave Hydrogen is accelerating exploration activities near the Sue Duroche 3 well, where HyTerra confirmed a 96.1% concentration of natural hydrogen, reinforcing the geological potential of the Nemaha Ridge area.

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Canadian company PureWave Hydrogen Corp. has responded to HyTerra Limited’s announcement regarding the discovery of a high-concentration natural hydrogen reservoir in northeastern Kansas. The Sue Duroche 3 well, part of the Nemaha Project, recorded hydrogen levels reaching 96.1% in air-corrected mud gas samples, according to data released by HyTerra on…

Canadian company PureWave Hydrogen Corp. has responded to HyTerra Limited’s announcement regarding the discovery of a high-concentration natural hydrogen reservoir in northeastern Kansas. The Sue Duroche 3 well, part of the Nemaha Project, recorded hydrogen levels reaching 96.1% in air-corrected mud gas samples, according to data released by HyTerra on May 7.

The discovery validates earlier findings from the nearby Sue Duroche 2 well and strengthens assumptions about the potential of the Mid-Continent Rift as a significant natural hydrogen corridor. PureWave Hydrogen holds adjacent exploration permits near Nemaha Ridge, a geologically active zone with similar features to the discovery site, including uplifted Precambrian basement structures and fractures favourable to gas migration.

PureWave bets on geological continuity

The Vancouver-based company continues to analyse its land portfolio, which aligns with the rift structure and mirrors the geology of HyTerra’s exploration zones. PureWave stated it is intensifying mapping and technical modelling efforts to better define future exploration targets. No drilling timeline has been announced, but evaluations are underway.

PureWave President and Chief Executive Officer Greg Busby said, “The confirmation of 96% hydrogen is a pivotal moment for the emerging white hydrogen industry.” He noted that the Mid-Continent Rift could represent one of the largest accessible natural hydrogen deposits in North America, with PureWave’s position offering direct exposure to this emerging opportunity.

Growing interest in geologic hydrogen

The discovery is fuelling renewed interest in non-fossil hydrogen resources within deep geological structures. The tectonic setting of the Nemaha Ridge, marked by ancient fractures and uplift dynamics, is considered conducive to the generation and accumulation of native hydrogen.

PureWave indicated it will continue collaborating with regional partners and scientific institutions to reduce geological and technical uncertainties. The company is also assessing potential strategic partnerships to support the development of its Kansas projects.

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