Tag: underwater noise
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NParks Draws Up Advisory to Shield Marine Mammals from Coastal Development Noise
Singapore Moves to Shield Marine Mammals from Coastal Construction Noise Singapore’s National Parks Board (NParks) is drafting an advisory aimed at reducing underwater noise from coastal development works. The initiative reflects growing concern over how industrial activities near the shoreline can affect marine mammals in Singapore’s waters, including species that rely on sound for communication…
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Singapore Moves to Shield Marine Mammals from Coastal Development Noise
Singapore tackles underwater noise with new NParks advisory In an ambitious move to protect its elusive marine mammals, Singapore’s National Parks Board (NParks) is drafting an advisory aimed at reducing underwater noise from coastal development. The plan comes as developers undertake marine works in Singapore waters, including dredging, pile driving, and other construction activities that…
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Measuring Underwater Noise: Protecting Marine Life and Powering Ireland
Introduction: A quiet revolution beneath the waves As Ireland advances its offshore wind ambitions, researchers are turning a critical eye to an often overlooked factor: underwater noise. The hum and crash of marine traffic, pile-driving during turbine installation, and ongoing operational sounds from turbines all contribute to a complex acoustic environment. Measuring underwater noise is…
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Measuring Underwater Noise: Safeguarding Ireland’s Marine Ecosystems Amid Offshore Wind Growth
Introduction: The Hidden Soundscape of Ireland’s Seas As Ireland embraces offshore wind to drive a cleaner, more resilient energy system, there is growing recognition that the benefits extend beyond power generation. The underwater soundscape—the ambient noises produced by waves, marine life, ships, and industrial activity—plays a crucial role in the health of marine ecosystems. Measuring…
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Measuring Underwater Noise for Ireland’s Offshore Wind Impact
Introduction: A Quiet Revolution Keeping Oceans safe As Ireland accelerates its transition to offshore wind energy, scientists and policymakers are turning their attention to a critical yet often overlooked factor: underwater noise. The hum of turbines, pile driving during installation, and ongoing operational sounds all have the potential to affect marine ecosystems. By measuring and…