Where Do You Find Helium And What Does An Economic Resource Look Like?

• Deposits of helium gas collect over millions of years as uranium and thorium decay and emit helium nuclei.
• Usually, this helium leaks through the surface of the earth and dissipates into the atmosphere. In an economic deposit, it's trapped in sealed structures oftentimes along with methane and other gasses. Helium concentrations of 0.5% in natural gas are generally considered commercially viable.
• Where are these “helium deposits”, gas reservoirs that contain helium?
• The world's existing helium supplies come primarily from Russia, Qatar and the United States.
• The 5th largest prospective resource is in Canada. Low political risk makes a helium producer in Canada appealing to investors.
• If you're an investor looking for intriguing opportunities, you'll want to watch pre-production companies.