Guidance on mitigation of underwater noise

  • Informative Guidance
  • February 2025

 

This document provides comprehensive guidance on mitigating underwater noise generated by offshore marine operations, emphasising the importance of sustainable practices to protect marine ecosystems.

Contents

  • Glossary of terms

  • Abbreviations

  • Executive summary

  • Background

  • Underwater noise regulatory developments

  • Impact of underwater noise

  • Sources of anthropogenic noise in the marine environment

  • Noise management and mitigation

  • Conclusion

  • References


Revision

  • Rev. - February 2025
    Initial publication