SPE In Focus: Hydrogen
Emerging knowledge and resources on prevailing energy topics from SPE industry experts
SPE is firmly focused on the future of our industry. Here, our member experts focus on hydrogen and its role in energy transition, including blue hydrogen and the goals of net zero. Join in the discussion of new technologies, challenges and opportunities, the latest news and developments, and resources to grow your knowledge.
Current Hydrogen News: Journal of Petroleum Technology
Spanish Permits Reinforce Pyrenees as Natural Hydrogen Hotspot
10 July 2026
Spain has granted permits covering a swath of the mountain range to Mantle8 for natural hydrogen and helium exploration a month after France granted the company similar permits.
Methane Technical Section Q&A: One Atmosphere, Many Measurements—Reconciling Methane Signals Across Satellites and Sensors
06 July 2026
This article from the SPE Methane Technical Section features Arvind Ravikumar of the University of Texas at Austin and focuses on how the Energy Emissions Modeling and Data Lab is integrating satellite observations, facility-level measurements, operational data, and emissions inventories into more credible methane accounting for oil and gas systems.
Predictive Analytics Reduce Exploration Risks for High-Potential Geologic Hydrogen Discoveries
01 July 2026
This study applies Monte Carlo simulation and an XGBoost regression model to assess the influence of various formations, geologic provinces, tectonic-plate types, and boundary conditions on hydrogen concentrations.
TCP and Acidizing Operation Achieved Into Depleted Gas Reservoir for CCUS Project
01 June 2026
This paper presents a case study of oriented tubing-conveyed perforation followed by an acidizing operation to overcome technical challenges posed by a depleted reservoir targeted for a carbon capture, utilization, and storage project.
Building a Career in Hydrogen: What Young Professionals Need to Know
25 May 2026
This article from the SPE Hydrogen Technical Section (H2TS) analyzes career opportunities and the capabilities professionals will need as the hydrogen sector continues to take shape.
DNV Highlights Its Expanded Inspection Services
05 March 2026
The organization has launched Industrial Services in an effort to support growing energy and infrastructure markets.
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Status of H2 & CCS Activities and Technologies in Norway: an overview of the country’s ambitions, competences, technologies, and projects within Hydrogen and CCUS.
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