Quietness [ESSENTIAL]

(noise level) with NDSI (Normalized Difference Soundscape Index), measuring the ratio of natural sounds to human-made noise.

Quietness is being recognized as a key component of sustainable development, allowing urban environments to offer rest and restoration. quietness

Noise from road traffic, rail, and aviation is a major pollutant. Strategies include quiet delivery schemes, urban planning buffers, and reduced noise transportation. 4. Key Recommendations urban planning buffers