Bruitparif monitor continuously a network of 45 long-term measurement stations named "Rumeur". They contribute to the assessment of health risks and environmental impacts though campaigns of awareness in schools and general media.
Harmonica Index
In 2014, Bruitparif and Acoucité created a European wide noise index named "Harmonica".[1]
The Rumeur network
"Rumeur" is a network of 45 long-term measurement stations spread across the region Île-de-France.[2]
The Sonopode
Bruitparif designed a specific autonomous equipment to house the measurement station. The sonopode contains a noise station, acoustic detection, wind station and a methanolfuel cell.[3]