Sustainable Acoustics and Noise Control in Buildings

Dear Colleagues,

Sustainable acoustics and noise control in buildings are increasingly vital aspects of modern building design, influencing indoor environmental quality, occupant well-being, and energy performance. Sustainable acoustics emphasizes the need to harmonize acoustic performance with environmental responsibility, economic demands, and social equity, ensuring accessible and affordable acoustic well-being that promotes healthy and productive environments for diverse user groups.

In sustainable building design, acoustic strategies must not only mitigate unwanted noise but also align with the broader goals of energy conservation, resource-efficient materials, and life-cycle sustainability. Integrated noise control in buildings can enhance indoor comfort while reducing reliance on energy-intensive systems and non-renewable materials, encompassing both innovative sustainable solutions and conventional noise control practices in outdoor and indoor environments.

This Special Issue presents a curated collection of peer-reviewed studies offering theoretical, experimental, and computational advancements in sustainable acoustics and noise control in buildings. Topics include, but are not limited to, the following: (i) noise and vibration control in buildings; (ii) architectural acoustics; (iii) noise impact assessments; (iv) noise and health; (v) sustainable acoustic materials and building envelopes; (vi) advancing acoustic sensing technology; (vii) AI-enhanced and big data-driven applications; (viii) acoustic regulations and standards; (ix) sound transmission control; and (x) integrated acoustic strategies for sustainable design.

Dr. Kuen Wai Ma
Guest Editor

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