Methane clathrates are ice-like structures found in ocean sediments and permafrost, where methane gas is trapped within a lattice of water molecules. These formations occur under specific conditions of low temperature and high pressure, making them stable in deep-sea environments and polar regions. As a potential energy source, methane clathrates contain significant amounts of methane, which is a potent greenhouse gas. Researchers are exploring their extraction for energy production, but concerns about the environmental impact and the release of methane into the atmosphere remain critical issues in this field.