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Climate | Energy, Noise

Noise effects of the use of land-based wind energy


Wind turbines are important for a sustainable energy supply. Noise from these turbines is often discussed in politics, the media and the public. Amplitude-modulated noise, which is perceived as " whooshing ", is also a topic of discussion. The aim of this research project is to investigate the generation of amplitude-modulated noise and its influence on noise perception of the residents living near wind turbines. For this purpose, detailed noise measurements and noise annoyance surveys were carried out at five wind turbine sites throughout Germany. In addition, hearing tests were conducted at three sites for the assessment of the annoyance of amplitude-modulated noise.

Series
Texte | 70/2022
Number of pages
251
Year of publication
Author(s)
Sebastian Schmitter, Alexander Alaimo Di Loro, Dominic Hemmer, Dr. Dirk Schreckenberg, Stephan Großarth, Dr. Christoph Pörschmann, Dr. Till Kühner
Language
English
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Project No. (FKZ)
3717 43 110 0
Publisher
German Environment Agency
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 noise  noise pollution  noise annoyance  wind energy  amplitude modulation