Noise

Where mountains echo and urban life thrives, Brasov leads the way, silencing noise pollution for a sustainable future in every corner of our city.

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Noise.

Noise pollution in Brasov refers to the excessive and undesirable noise levels present in the city, caused by various sources such as road traffic, industrial activities, construction, and other urban factors. These elevated noise levels can disrupt the tranquillity and quality of life for residents and visitors in Brasov, impacting their well-being, concentration, sleep, and overall enjoyment of the city's environment.

The Green City
Noise

Noise pollution in Brasov refers to the excessive and undesirable noise levels present in the city, caused by various sources such as road traffic, industrial activities, construction, and other urban factors.

Air Quality

Past

Identifying problems and situations that require improvement.

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Circular Economy

Present

Taking action for noise reduction.

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Climate Change Mitigation

Future

Implementing noise control measures, promoting sustainable transportation, raising awareness and conducting research.

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Noise

- PAST -

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Identifying problems and situations that require improvement.

  •   Creating a Strategic Noise Maps and the Action Plan for the mitigation of noise in the Municipality of Brașov

Noise

- PRESENT -

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Taking action for noise reduction.

  •   Installation of sound-absorbing panels
  •   Speed reduction in the old centre to 30 km/h
  •   The purchase of mobile radars and the equipment of the Traffic Police
  •   Installation of fixed radars with information panels

Noise

- FUTURE -

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Implementing noise control measures, promoting sustainable transportation, raising awareness and conducting research.

  •   Long-Term Objectives (By 2050)
    • Implement bus lanes for Bus Rapid Transit (BRT).
    • Renew the passenger transport fleet with electric or hybrid vehicles.
    • Promote public transport with real-time information systems and eTicketing.
    • Revise routes and time slots for optimised public transport services.
    • Introduce Park & Ride parking systems at city entrances.
    • Develop a metropolitan train system.

  •   Medium-Term Objectives (By 2030)
    • Update and implement the Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP) of Brasov Municipality.
    • Increase parking fees in the city centre.
    • Prohibit parking in the city centre for cars with lower pollution norms.
    • Continuously monitor road traffic for improved urban road safety.
    • Establish a network of bicycle tracks between main points of interest in the city.

  •   Supporting Measures and Ambitions
    • Develop strategic noise maps.
    • Build infrastructure for bike lanes.
    • Install fixed radars for monitoring.
    • Implement sound-absorbing panels for residential areas near railways.
    • Allocate budgetary resources for noise reduction initiatives.
    • Monitor the impact of implemented measures.
    • Engage in participatory approaches through public debates.
    • Ensure compliance with the Environmental Noise Directive (2002/49/EC).