DOD

Department of Defense (DoD) policy is to reduce adverse effects from noise associated with military testing and training operations. DoD implements this policy by promoting noise education and training for DoD and the public; leveraging resources to ensure coordination among the DoD and other federal agencies; and promoting outreach to those affected by noise from military activities. The DoD Noise Program and the Defense Noise Working Group (DNWG) are the mechanisms for implementing DoD's noise policy in a manner that is consistent with maintaining military readiness and preserving the ability to conduct critical testing and training requirements. DoD established its Noise Program and the DNWG to address the far-reaching effects of noise generated by military activities, understanding that proactive communication and collaborative land use planning can reduce or prevent impact on the military's ability to carry out its testing and training missions... The Chesapeake Bay Program..