West Virginia University (WVU) is making significant strides in clean hydrogen research as part of the Center for Clean Hydrogen partnership, which includes the University of Delaware, the Chemours Company, Plug Power, and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). WVU's Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources has received substantial grants totaling $5 million to support its work in advancing clean hydrogen technologies. The university's focus includes addressing the 'scale gap' of solid-oxide cell stacks/systems, improving manufacturing processes, and exploring recycling and reuse of critical materials. This unique approach emphasizes practical applications over traditional academic research, aiming to bring technologies to the market and work closely with industry partners. The partnership's goal is to facilitate a smoother transition to a low-carbon future, especially in the region most affected by energy transition challenges. By collaborating with federal agencies such as the U.S. Department of Energy and NREL, WVU hopes to attract more support for its research endeavors, contributing to a sustainable and cost-effective shift away from traditional fuel sources.