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It is time for a global commitment to reduce ocean noise
The limitations of current regulation of ocean noise, particularly noise generated during seismic surveys were exposed in a recent paper published in Frontiers in Ecology and Environment by Dr. Nowacek and colleagues. They wrote of the need of a new paradigm to address the impacts of noise pollution on marine habitats and life. WDC agrees. Gas…
Leer másThe marine environment triumphs over the oil industry
By Vanesa Reyes WDC welcomes the news from the Philippines regarding the ban of oil exploration activities in the Tañon Strait. The area is host to 14 species of whales and dolphins (some resident with others transiting through), coral reefs, colourful fish, whale sharks and dugongs as well as many other marine species. Designated in…
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