'Only when the technology for the safe extraction of gas hydrates is developed can we rely on it as an alternative energy source,' the researchers say, noting that their gas hydrate research is still in its earliest phase
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Elisha Jane Maglalang, Leo Armada, Madeleine Santos, Karla May Sayen, and Carla Dimalanta of the University of the Philippines Diliman College of Science National Institute of Geological Sciences, Shu-Kun Hsu of the National Central University’s Department of Earth Sciences in Taiwan, and Graciano Yumul Jr.
Gas hydrates are formed into ice-like structures when a low-density gas, like carbon dioxide or methane, combines with water due to pressure and low temperature. This trapped gas, which is commonly methane, undergoes a thermogenic process similar to how petroleum is generated. As these are similar to traditional fossil fuels, they are finite and will take millions of years to replenish once extracted.
While its use as a potential energy source is still heavily debated, five countries, including the United States, South Korea, Japan, Canada, and China already have gas hydrate production. Understanding this resource could lead the country to better decisions.
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