CM5018
Final Report
ConclusionS
Through the survey process I was able to gather insight on how people feel about the environmental noise around them. My statistics are based on 116 surveys as of May 2nd. The age range of those surveyed was 21-80, average age 55.
This survey is a preliminary gauge of feelings about sound which can be difficult to quantify. However, hearing, noise pollution and sound are what shape our lives so it is beneficial to dialogue about their importance. This survey offers a glimpse into understanding how others are affected by sound. Through becoming aware about 1. the effects of sound pollution and 2. a desire for biodiversity in cities, I believe we can improve city planning to improve on these levels. It is possible to reduce the noise of transportation and improve habitat for animals like song birds.
With this survey, we can see patterns emerge regarding a desire for quiet and proximity to nature.
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Perhaps this time of quiet will inspire communities to value something as simple as "peace and quiet" in addition to other public health necessities.
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Key Findings
43 % claimed to notice how sound affects them more since confinement.
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Since confinement, 66 % stated that they notice the birds singing more.
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44 % have become more interested in species of birds since being confined, where as 55% had no change in interest.
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64% are more observant of nature than before confinement, where as 36 % had no change.
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91% claimed that if the world they lived in gets noisier, it would matter to them.
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90% of people believe that noise has an effect on health.
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87% of people would prefer to live in a quiet place.
