Environmental
Which West Virginia state agency is responsible for environmental regulation and protection, including oversight of hazardous waste and water quality?
AWV Division of Natural Resources
BWV Department of Environmental Protection (WV DEP)✓ Correct
CWV Public Service Commission
DWV Division of Forestry
Explanation
The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (WV DEP) is the primary state agency responsible for environmental regulation, including air quality, water quality, solid and hazardous waste management, and oil and gas oversight.
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