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Problem statement for underwater acoustic noise in ORE developments
Chumbinho, Rogério
Chumbinho, Rogério
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2024
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Marine Institute
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This document addresses the growing concern over the impact of underwater noise on marine
ecosystems, particularly in the context of offshore renewable energy developments. As offshore
wind and other forms of renewable energy continue to expand, understanding and mitigating the
effects of underwater noise on marine life is paramount. For this purpose, a study will be undertaken
to develop two sets of guidance for monitoring and minimising possible impacts of ORE
developments on the environment concerning underwater acoustic noise:
▪ Procedures and technical specifications for compliant underwater acoustic noise monitoring
and reporting by Irish ORE developments, and
▪ Criteria, thresholds, and mitigation measures of underwater acoustic noise generated by ORE
developments.
The stakeholders involved in offshore renewable energy include government agencies, industry
players, environmental organizations, research performing groups and local communities. A
preliminary survey of relevant stakeholders in Ireland and abroad has been performed.
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Chumbinho, R. (2024). Problem statement for underwater acoustic noise in ORE developments. Marine Research Programme 2021-2027. Marine Institute, Ireland