The U.S. EPA has granted West Virginia authorization and primacy for issuing permits for Class VI underground injection control (UIC) wells, emphasizing adherence to the Safe Drinking Water Act. This approval allows West Virginia to oversee the injection and sequestration of carbon dioxide for geologic storage purposes. The state's rules mirror those of the EPA for Class VI UIC wells. West Virginia becomes the fourth state to have primacy over Class VI UIC permitting, alongside North Dakota, Wyoming, and Louisiana. This decision is vital for advancing hydrogen energy projects, particularly those using natural gas for hydrogen generation and necessitating carbon capture and sequestration. By bypassing the EPA's lengthier permitting process, West Virginia can attract investments more efficiently for projects requiring carbon capture and sequestration, ultimately supporting the state's development in energy innovation. The Inflation Reduction Act's proposed investments in hydrogen energy further enhance West Virginia's role in promoting sustainable energy solutions.