Mantle8, a pioneering French geoscience company specializing in natural hydrogen exploration, has announced its official membership with Hydrogen Europe, a prominent industry association focused on advancing the hydrogen economy in Europe. This strategic collaboration signifies a milestone in Mantle8's mission to establish natural hydrogen as a cost-effective and environmentally friendly component of Europe's long-term energy strategy. With over 600 member companies, Hydrogen Europe covers a wide spectrum of the hydrogen value chain, including production, infrastructure, and mobility, now expanding to include natural hydrogen exploration with Mantle8's participation. As a member, Mantle8 will contribute expertise to regulatory, certification, and geological sourcing working groups, playing a crucial role in shaping the standards necessary for natural hydrogen integration in Europe's decarbonization efforts. This move is in line with the European Commission's recent initiative to map and evaluate natural hydrogen occurrences, emphasizing the growing recognition of natural hydrogen as a key element for achieving energy independence, climate neutrality, and long-term energy security. Emmanuel Masini, the Founder and CEO of Mantle8, highlighted the company's commitment to revolutionizing the understanding and utilization of Earth's hydrogen production systems. Mantle8's cutting-edge technology, including proprietary modelling tools, has successfully identified substantial hydrogen reserves at the Comminges prospect in southwest France, showcasing the commercial viability of natural hydrogen. The partnership between Mantle8 and Hydrogen Europe demonstrates a positive sentiment towards natural hydrogen, emphasizing its potential to drive Europe's energy transition towards a sustainable, zero-emission future.