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SOUND IN NATURAL, URBAN, AND COMMUNITY ENVIRONMENTS
Wind Turbine Noise Assessment by Richard Perkins of Mott MacDonald
Irish Branch Lunchtime Meeting ‘Assessing the noise impact of dog kennelling developments – EHO draft guidance’.
by Dr Haydar Aygun
By Malcolm Smith and Erika Quaranta
by Colin Cobbing and Dani Fiumicelli
Eastern Branch hybrid 'A workshop on the new (July 2021) Environment Agency technical guidance on environmental permits' (16 June 2022)
Senior Members Group - Acoustics reasons for 'greening' the environment (20th April 2022)
The January/February 2024 issue of Acoustics Bulletin celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Institute of Acoustics, featuring articles on diverse topics such as noise from motor vehicles, acoustics reports, IOA Diploma results, and the impact of sound on hearing and various STEM campaigns, along with updates on policy, and the IOA's various events.
01 January 2024
THE LEADING ONE-YEAR QUALIFICATION PROVIDING SPECIALIST TRAINING AND A RECOGNISED PATHWAY TO IOA MEMBERSHIP
Duration: 12 months Next start date: 01 October 2025
Duration: 12 months Next start date: 01 October 2026
At BWB Consulting, we’re more than an engineering and environmental design consultancy – we’re a team of innovators, problem-solvers and trusted partners.
Level: Mid Senior Level Location: Manchester Salary: 15000
MIDLANDS BRANCH EVENING MEETING THURSDAY 7 AUGUST 18:00 FOR AN 18:30 START ARUP ONE CENTENARY WAY BIRMINGHAM B3 3AY IN PERSON AND HYBRID
07 August 2025, 06:00 PM
New research finds hedgehogs can hear ultrasound - this could be used to keep them away from danger
Preventing the harmful effects of noise from human activity on biodiversity is the topic of a new briefing
Following a mass stranding of 55 pilot whales on the Isle of Lewis in July 2023, the Scottish Government Marine Directorate undertook research
SOUTHERN BRANCH MEETING ASSESSMENT AND RATING OF WIND TURBINE NOISE GUIDANCE EXPLAINING THE PROPOSED UPDATES TO ETSU R 97
06 August 2025, 12:00 PM
As our Acoustics team continues to grow, we’re looking for passionate individuals to help deliver transformative infrastructure and renewable energy projects nationwide.
Level: Various Salary: Undisclosed
London Branch 9th July 2025
6 August 2025 Southern Branch Meeting: 'Assessment and Rating of Wind Turbine Noise Guidance – Explaining the Proposed Updates to ETSU-R-97.'
The Institute of Acoustics disagrees with proposals in Scotland to extend cycles for updating noise maps and action plans from five to ten years.
We are expanding our Surrey offices and are considering applicants including graduate and year-out placements roles. This is an opportunity to be involved in some extraordinary projects.
Level: Entry Level Location: UK (remote/hybrid/home working) Salary: Undisclosed
A consultation is now open on a draft national policy statement for any expansion of Heathrow airport
New professional guidance on noise assessment to smooth roll-out of air source heat pumps launched by IOA and CIEH
UK Government are consulting on a draft National Policy Statement for fusion energy infrastructure for England and Wales
Members of the Renewable Energy Advisory Group support the proposal for permitted development for a single wind turbine for non-domestic premises - with caveats