Paris is three decibels quieter than it was 10 years ago, thanks to an effective noise pollution campaign. But traffic noise still forces birds to sing at a higher pitch.
  • Swemg@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    12 days ago

    I live in Paris, there’s a long way to go yet ^^ All those motorbikes and mopped are ridiculous.

    • CompactFlax@discuss.tchncs.deEnglish
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      12 days ago

      Last time I was there it was crazy and I can only imagine now with delivery apps.

      The rise of e bikes helps.

      I wonder to what extent birds are impacted by heat pumps. They’re a low hum - quieter than they used to be though.

      • Swemg@lemmy.worldEnglish
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        12 days ago

        Yeah I guess it helps. It’s crazy that we are forced to endure the noise of those thing without having a say. Can’t wait for noise radar or such.