According to an expert, traffic noise can cause stress, cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. 785,000 homes are exposed to noise from the roads that exceeds 58 decibels.
- The limit for harmful noise in Denmark is 58 decibels.
- 140,000 homes are heavily affected by noise pollution (more than 68 decibels – four times the volume compared to the limit of 58 decibels – the volume doubles for each 3 decibels).
- You can see the noise pollution level for your house here
- 12 mayors from the largest municipalities in Denmark want to reduce the speed on motorways that are near people’s homes.
