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Court ruling highlights EPA's failure to regulate noise pollution

A recent court ruling found the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) failed to regulate noise pollution for over forty years, despite a legal duty established by Congress. The author argues this regulatory failure highlights a broader societal issue: noise is an environmental problem with no single owner or clear jurisdiction, making it difficult for government agencies to address effectively. This lack of ownership presents an opportunity for businesses, designers, and innovators to rethink and manage noise in various environments. AI

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Court ruling highlights EPA's failure to regulate noise pollution

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Bill Schiffmiller, Contributor ·

    Nobody Owns Noise, That Is The Opportunity.

    A new EPA noise ruling raises an unexpected business question: who will lead the future of sound, workplace design, and customer experience?