Noise Control

Noise Control

Alex Shaida
Alex Shaida
02 October 2024
Briefing on the Defra National Noise Modelling System (NMS) on 8 October 2024

Join us for the briefing on the Defra National Noise Modelling System (NMS) and a memorial lecture honouring Geoff Kerry.

Mary Stevens
Mary Stevens
09 July 2024
Heat Pump Noise in the Press

An article in The Guardian business pages today asks whether heat pumps can cause noise nuisance to neighbours.

July/ August 2024

This bulletin discusses a variety of topics, including the Institute of Acoustics awards and a review of AI's role in acoustics. It also includes articles on wind turbine noise, managing construction noise, and the impact of residential development on venues. The publication provides updates on specialist groups and branch news, highlighting the diverse activities and initiatives within the field.

01 July 2024

Mary Stevens
Mary Stevens
25 May 2024
Grass roots music venues - more support in avoiding noise complaints recommended

A report published last week by the UK Parliament Culture, Media and Sport Committee found that noise complaints are contributing to the loss of grassroots music venues.

Mary Stevens
Mary Stevens
13 May 2024
IOA expertise acknowledged in House of Lords

Last week a saw noise and health debated in the House of Lords, as the Grand Committee discussed the report covering noise and light pollution and health

Mary Stevens
Mary Stevens
30 April 2024
Bill to reduce firework noise has first reading

The Labour MP for Bradford South, Judith Cummins, had tabled a Bill aimed at reducing the noise limit for fireworks from 120 decibels (dB) to 90 dB.

Simone Graetzer Ph.D., M.I.O.A.
Simone Graetzer Ph.D., M.I.O.A.
23 February 2024
Acoustics & Net Zero Homes: Challenges and Opportunities - 5 March 2024

Acoustics and Net Zero Homes: Challenges and Opportunities    Workshop for Industry, Acoustics Research Centre, University of Salford 

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Mary Stevens
Mary Stevens
03 January 2024
New report: Assessing onshore wind farm noise

A report commissioned by the Department for Business and Industrial Strategy to look at assessment of noise from onshore wind farms is now published.

Helen Davies
Helen Davies
23 August 2023
Help requested from members for IOA Education and Training

Members interested in contributing to the IOA's education portfolio in any of the following roles are invited to contact the Education Team

Mary Stevens
Mary Stevens
26 June 2023
20mph speed limit supports noise reduction in Wales

The Welsh Government announced today that most local streets in Wales with a 30mph speed limit will switch to 20mph on September 17th.

IOA
IOA
22 May 2023
The making of the IOA Bulletin Video 3

The IOA continues to broaden its reach to the wider acoustics and acoustics-related communities as well as the public.

Alex Shaida
Alex Shaida
18 July 2022
Inter-noise special feature in IOA's July-August Bulletin

In the current issue of the IOA Bulletin, there's a special feature on next month's Inter-noise 2022.