West Virginia Application for a Nonprofit Research and Development License is a type of license issued by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that allows nonprofit organizations to conduct research, development, testing, and demonstration projects that use natural resources within the state of West Virginia. This license is required for any nonprofit organization that plans to conduct research and development activities on state land, waters, or other natural resources. The application process requires the organization to submit a detailed project description, research and development objectives, a plan for environmental protection, and a budget. The DEP reviews the application for compliance with state laws and regulations and then issues a license if the requirements are met. There are two types of West Virginia Application for a Nonprofit Research and Development License: a short-term license and a long-term license. A short-term license is valid for up to one year and can be renewed annually, while a long-term license is valid for up to five years and can be renewed every five years. Both types of licenses require the applicant to submit an application, a detailed project description, research and development objectives, a plan for environmental protection, and a budget.