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Colorado helium reserves got a bounce when war with Iran cut off 30% of the world’s supply
Colorado's helium production in southeastern Colorado gained increased value as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz disrupted 30% of the global helium supply. The region's two-decade-long helium production became more significant due to the supply shortage.
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