U.S. Senator Joe Manchin, alongside other officials, inaugurated the Appalachian Regional Clean Hydrogen Hub (ARCH2) in Morgantown, West Virginia. The hub, funded through federal dollars from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, aims to become a significant player in the production and use of blue hydrogen in the region. Blue hydrogen is extracted from natural gas with captured CO2 emissions buried underground, offering a zero-carbon solution for heavy industry and transportation sectors. The project is seen as a vital step in transitioning to cleaner energy sources. However, concerns have been raised regarding the lack of transparency in project details and community engagement. Many questions about environmental impacts remain unanswered, leading to skepticism from advocates like Tom Torres and Morgan King. Despite these reservations, Senator Manchin remains optimistic about the hub’s potential to address rising energy demands while reducing carbon emissions. As the project progresses, more information is expected to be shared through open house meetings. The ARCH2 initiative represents a collaborative effort between public and private entities to drive the adoption of hydrogen as a clean energy source, signaling a shift towards environmentally sustainable practices in Appalachia.