The Hunt For Green Helium

The video discusses helium's critical role in technology and its surprising carbon footprint. It traces the history of helium discovery, starting from a natural gas well in Dexter, KS, and explains how helium is extracted as a byproduct of natural gas drilling, contributing to carbon emissions. The video highlights a 2023 Oxford study that sheds light on the formation of methane-free helium pockets, which are rare but promising for reducing carbon emissions. It also mentions startups exploring potential sites for green helium, particularly in Tanzania.

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