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Not all noise pollution simulations are created equal

Which software best meets your needs now? How can you avoid expensive upgrades and licenses later? Compare for yourself and see what makes SoundPLAN® the right software choice. SoundPLAN noise mapping software gives you exactly what you need for comprehensive project organization. It gives you flexible, comprehensive report capabilities, impressive graphics and money-saving cost vs. ...

Mar. 13, 2012

By SoundPLAN GmbH

LIFE Projects in Italy

LIFE projects in Italy work towards a quieter asphalt for urban use. Ecopneus Partners to Create Quiet Asphalt Electric mobility and “silent” asphalt with recycled materials against noise pollution: two European projects in Italy. The LIFE Nereide and LIFE E-Via projects, funded by the European Union through the Life programme, study a response to noise pollution caused by traffic in ...

Apr. 22, 2021

By Tyre & Rubber Recycling

Noise pollution `linked to heart death`

Noise pollution from transport is linked to 50,000 fatal heart attacks in the EU every year, researchers have claimed. A study published by the sustainable transport campaign group Transport and Environment (T&E) said noise from rail and roads is linked to a further 200,000 cases of heart disease in Europe. Close to half of all Europeans are regularly exposed to traffic noise pollution ...

Mar. 5, 2008

By edie.net - Faversham House Ltd.

EHS This Week: Workplace Safety in Turkey, Solar Energy Innovation and More!

On this week’s edition of EHS This Week we’ve got the week’s top stories in environment, health and safety news: Workplace Safety in Turkey Solar Energy Innovation Noise Pollution Considerations in Oil & Gas You can listen to the full Podcast ...

Nov. 21, 2014

By Intelex Technologies Inc.

EU vote to charge heavy lorries for air and noise pollution

EU Transport Ministers recently voted in favour of new rules which would allow Member States to charge a levy on heavy lorries to cover the cost of air and noise pollution. Under the current "Eurovignette Directive", only costs of maintaining road infrastructure can be charged. This would enable Member States to manage congestion more flexibly, as it would allow differentiation ofcharges ...

Nov. 2, 2010

By Environmental Protection UK

Communities called on to combat noise – noise action week 2011 – 23rd to 27th May

Environmental Protection UK (EPUK) is calling on communities across the UK to get together to reduce noise for Noise Action Week 2011. The national environmental charity is promoting community action on noise pollution affecting our neighbourhoods, from early morning DIY to late night music. A 2009 survey1 found that a third of people questioned became stressed due to traffic noise and over 90% ...

May 19, 2011

By Environmental Protection UK

Reviewing the multiple impacts of noise pollution

While occupational exposure to noise has declined, ‘social’ exposure in the form of personal music players or rock concerts is estimated to have tripled for young people since the 1980s. A new review examines studies that have investigated noise sources, including environmental (e.g. traffic) and social (e.g. via headphones) sources. The review also explores research into the range of ...

Jan. 15, 2015

By European Commission, Environment DG

Noise Pollution Fears Raised at Fracking Planning Meeting

Fears of noise pollution, water contamination and even potential earthquakes were all aired at a contentious 2-day hearing this week. Would councillors eventually approved fracking to take place in North Yorkshire? Tests for shale gas can now take place in the village of Kirby Misperton, Ryedale, after councillors in a majority vote (7-4) gave the go-ahead to UK firm Third Energy. The decision ...

May 24, 2016

By Cirrus Research plc

Air quality plans with IMMIS

Supplying IMMIS to local, regional and federal authorities as well as consulting companies, IVU Umwelt provides a comprehensive program set to evaluate traffic induced air and noise pollution. The program system IMMIS consists of the following programs: IMMISem - is developed to calculate traffic-induced emissions IMMISnet - a Gaussian multi-source dispersion model is used to calculate and ...

Sep. 19, 2011

By IVU Umwelt GmbH

Does noise pollution weaken the immune system?

Excess noise is a common cause of stress and its impact on health is a concern for environmental policy makers. An analysis of current research in this area raises the question of whether noise-induced stress could increase the likelihood of illness by weakening the immune system. The European Noise Directive1 requires Member States to draw up strategic noise maps to show the level of noise in ...

Sep. 3, 2009

By European Commission, Environment DG

Across Le Louvre Museum Underground

With 9.3 million visitors in 2014, 35,000 artworks exhibited over 73,000 sqm, Le Louvre is the most visited museum in the world. At the end of June 2014, Le Louvre launched a major program to improve reception facilities. The first step in this program is the “Pyramide” project. How to protect artworks and preserve the visitors comfort while performing repair work? Before starting ...

Apr. 14, 2015

By ACOEM

Noise pollution: separate regulations needed for construction

In a new study, Spanish researchers describe a method specifically designed for measuring and characterising noise from building sites. They claim the method could help shape future policy related to noise pollution caused by the construction industry and provide important information to help reduce construction noise. Several EU directives are concerned with noise pollution and focus on ...

Dec. 18, 2009

By Science for Environment Policy - European Commission DG Environment News Alert Service

Reducing noise pollution - success stories

A project in Ireland has won the European Soundscape Award 2014 for its work on acoustic planning and urban sound design. The prize, presented by the European Environment Agency (EEA) on Thursday evening in Bern, recognises initiatives that can help reduce noise and create healthy soundscapes. Noise pollution can increase stress levels or disturb sleep, affecting human health. Prolonged exposure ...

Oct. 5, 2014

By European Environment Agency (EEA)

Parliament calls for end to ban on lorry pollution charges

The European Parliament's Transport committee reached an agreement on revised road charging rules for lorries (the Eurovignette directive) that would open the door for Member States to charge for air and noise pollution in road tolls. "By an overwhelming majority, the transport committee has said Member States should finally have the flexibility to include charges for air and noise pollution ...

Apr. 12, 2011

By Transport and Environment (T&E)

Loss of healthy life due to UK noise exposure valued at €1.34 billion

Exposure to environmental noise levels above recommended levels results in 1169 cases of dementia, 788 strokes and 542 heart attacks every year in the UK alone, new research suggests. Valuing a year of healthy life at £60 000 (€74 002) means that these health impacts together have a ‘cost’ of £1.09 billion (€1.34 billion), the study’s authors conclude. ...

Jan. 15, 2015

By European Commission, Environment DG

Why is excessive noise and noise pollution harmful?

Here at Cirrus Research, we’re driven by one main thing: to develop innovative instruments that will ultimately save people’s hearing from being irreparably damaged, and prevent them from developing other serious conditions associated with hearing loss. Most people who know our name will have awareness of just how damaging noise can be, whether it’s noise pollution in the ...

Oct. 29, 2018

By Cirrus Research plc

Urban greening reduces noise pollution

Green roofs have the potential to significantly reduce road traffic noise in the urban environment, according to a new study. The results suggest that greening of roofs and walls with materials suitable for growing plants softens the urban environment keeping sound levels low, whereas hard, manmade structures tend to amplify traffic noise. The Environmental Noise Directive (2002/49/EC)1 ...

May 16, 2013

By European Commission, Environment DG

Mapping noise pollution simply and cost-effectively

To manage noise, it must first be assessed. Several commercial noise prediction tools exist, but they are often complex and expensive. A new Irish study evaluates a simpler tool and demonstrates that it produces very similar results to standard commercial software. The European Directive on Environmental Noise1 requires Member States to draw up strategic noise maps and action plans. A noise map ...

Jun. 8, 2009

By European Commission, Environment DG

IFAW appoints Satellite -The Green Agency to handles it`s integrated communcations account

The International Fund for Animal Welfare’s UK office has appointed Satellite to handle its integrated communications account. The environmentally focussed agency won the account after a five-way pitch. IFAW selected Satellite for their breadth of vision and innovative ‘Web 2.0’ based campaign concept. Rosa Argent, IFAW UK Communications Manager, commented “IFAW is delighted to be working with ...

Oct. 15, 2007

By Greentech Show GmbH

Teaming up to cut noise across Europe

The impacts of unwanted noise can range from mild disturbance to serious disease. At a prestigious ceremony in London last night, the European Environment Agency (EEA) and the Noise Abatement Society (NAS) announced a new European noise award, which will recognise innovative solutions to noise problems. Today, the EEA also publishes a set of guidelines on the health impacts of noise. Noise ...

Nov. 10, 2010

By European Environment Agency (EEA)