Marine Noise Marine Noise is a highly emotive issue as it affects cetaceans (large marine mammals, such as whales, dolphins and porpoises). Although it is an area where the overall impacts are difficult to quantify, the UK oil and gas industry is taking steps to minimise any possible impacts. This is particularly true prior to any acoustic, geological or seismic surveying in the initial exploration phases of a project. OGP has launched a major $21 million study on noise in the marine environment, which Oil & Gas UK is monitoring and our member companies participating in. Initial studies have established that noise generated from offshore operations present a low risk to marine life, but due to a lack of data for sensitive species, this statement cannot be adequately defined in all cases. However, with time and research we are gaining a greater understanding of the issue.

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