Environmental Impact Assessment

Why Noise Assessment in EIA?

Environmental Impact Assessments require acoustic studies to demonstrate that proposed projects will not cause unacceptable noise impacts on communities. Regulatory authorities require quantified predictions of future noise levels at sensitive receptors.

SoundPLAN calculates noise propagation from project sources to receivers using internationally recognized prediction methods. Results show whether noise limits will be met and what mitigation measures may be needed.

Key Capabilities

• Prediction of noise levels for new developments before construction
• Assessment of noise impacts from road, rail, and air traffic sources
• Industrial noise source modeling and propagation calculations
• Receptor point analysis at sensitive locations (homes, schools, hospitals)
• Comparison of scenarios: with project vs. without project
• Mitigation measure evaluation (barriers, building orientation, setbacks)
• Compliance checking against national and international noise standards
• Professional reporting with noise contour maps and statistics