Abstract:Anthropogenic underwater noise (AUN) is a growing concern for governments and international institutions around the world. This emerging issue signifies a rapid environmental change and raises questions about the applicability and effectiveness of current instruments. A key question to be addressed is whether the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) can address the challenges posed by AUN. While AUN is not explicitly mentioned in the UNCLOS, this article argues that some of its provisions a… Show more
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