Project Seeks to Map and Reduce Ocean Noise Pollution

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/12/11/science/project-seeks-to-map-and-reduce-ocean-noise-pollution.html?ref=earth

1) What are the causes of the ocean noise and how does it impact the marine life?

2) Do you think the efforts of the federal government to reduce the noise pollution will be effective?

Rancher Brings Pollution Battle to WA Supreme Court

http://earthfix.opb.org/water/article/rancher-brings-pollution-battle-to-wa-supreme-cour/

1. What future environmental/societal problems could arise if livestock continue to pollute rivers and streams?

2. Do you think that pollution should be prioritized over property rights or the other way around and why?