Implementation of the Environmental Noise Directive & Noise Action Plans

AWN Consulting's acoustics team can offer Action Planning Authorities expert advice regarding the implementation of the European Environmental Noise Directive (END) and the management of noise Action Plans. AWN Consulting Ltd has extensive experience in the implementation of the END including data capture surveys, noise mapping and the preparation of noise action plans.

Noise Action Plan Management

Each local authority throughout the country has recently developed a noise Action Plan based on the results of the strategic noise mapping process. Each Action Plan commits to implementing measures aimed at reducing the noise levels incident on those areas identified within the action plans as currently being exposed to undesirably high levels of noise. AWN Consulting Ltd can provide Action Plan bodies with a full noise Action Plan management solution. 

Assessment of Noise Impact

Due to the strategic nature of the noise maps on which the Action Plans are based the level of detail can be lacking in certain areas. This could potentially lead to areas being falsely identified for action. AWN Consulting is uniquely positioned to carry out detailed assessments of the impact of environmental noise on sensitive receptors. We have the capability to both carry out noise monitoring and create high resolution noise maps. Our engineers use their in-depth knowledge and expertise to determine appropriate mitigation measures where appropriate and provide a cost benefit analysis of any proposals. AWN can also provide advice to Action Planning bodies with regard to the next round of strategic noise mapping to be completed by 2012.