Business Details
17 Years
experience
Expert Environmental Acoustic Consultancy for Sustainable Soundscapes
At Sustainable Acoustics, we deliver solutions for a sound future by protecting people from noise pollution, enhancing environments, and connecting communities through sustainable design. Established through the evolution of The English Cogger Partnership, our expertise spans decades, combining technical acoustics with a vision for planetary well-being. Our team of seasoned professionals specialises in environmental and building acoustics, offering tailored consultancy services that address noise control, vibration management, and sustainable soundscapes. We demonstrate deep expertise in legislative compliance, expert witness testimony, and innovative acoustic design, underpinned by a commitment to achieving net-zero operations by 2030.As a trusted authority in our field, we work collaboratively with clients across education, residential, commercial, and entertainment sectors, ensuring acoustic excellence that aligns with UN Sustainability Development Goals. Our track record of transformative projectsfrom landmark buildings to film studiosproves our ability to solve complex acoustic challenges while maintaining the highest ethical standards. We prioritise client satisfaction through transparent communication, evidence-based solutions, and rigorous adherence to best practices, as evidenced by our third-party accreditations and long-term partnerships with industry leaders.
Services
Planning and Environmental Noise
Architectural and Building Acoustics
Sound Insulation Testing
Vibration Control and Gyms
Expert Witness
Studio Design
Construction Monitoring
Noise at Work Assessments
Music Event Monitoring
Soundscape Approach
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- Expertise in environmental and building acoustics since 2009
- Carbon-neutral service since 2019 with net-zero roadmap
- Accredited specialists in noise pollution and vibration control
- Proven track record with high-profile projects including O2 Arena
- Commitment to UN Sustainability Development Goals integration
Associations and certifications
- Association of Noise Consultants (ANC)
What people say
Transformational for our charity
Critical importance in design delivery
Professional and reassuring expertise
Successful statutory nuisance defense
Exemplary living environment creation
Services
Planning and Environmental Noise
We assess environmental noise impacts for developers and planning authorities, ensuring compliance with national policies and mitigating sound pollution challenges. Our expertise covers infrastructure projects, mixed-use developments, and transportation schemes. By implementing early-stage acoustic design solutions, we help clients achieve planning approval while addressing national noise regulations and local community concerns.
Architectural and Building Acoustics
Our architectural acoustics services optimise indoor environments for specific functions, from classrooms to performance spaces. We address sound insulation requirements, speech intelligibility, and noise control in educational, residential, and commercial buildings. With specialist knowledge in heritage acoustic preservation and modern sustainable design, we ensure spaces meet both functional needs and regulatory standards.
Sound Insulation Testing
We conduct mandatory sound insulation testing for new residential developments to meet Building Regulations Part E requirements. Our accredited team performs pre-completion testing, identifies compliance failures, and provides remedial advice. This includes school commissioning work and commercial-residential separation assessments where specialist acoustic solutions may be required.
Expert Witness
Our acoustic experts provide expert witness services for noise-related legal cases, including statutory nuisance disputes and licensing challenges. With extensive court experience, we deliver robust evidence, technical analysis, and clear presentations that have successfully resolved complex cases involving music venues, residential developments, and environmental noise conflicts.
Construction Monitoring
We offer comprehensive noise and vibration monitoring services for construction projects, ensuring compliance with planning conditions and environmental regulations. Our services include predictive impact assessments, remote monitoring systems, and mitigation recommendations tailored to project scale and location sensitivity across major developments like King's Cross Central.
People
Peter Rogers
Principal Consultant
With over 25 years' experience in acoustic consultancy, Peter specialises in environmental noise assessment and expert witness services. He chairs the Parliamentary Liaison Group for the Institute of Acoustics and leads major projects including film studio noise management and landmark legal cases involving statutory nuisance defense.
Questions
What environmental acoustic services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive noise pollution assessments, sound insulation testing, and soundscape design services tailored to both planning applications and existing buildings.
Can you assist with planning permission acoustic requirements?
Yes, we specialise in preparing environmental noise impact assessments and mitigation strategies that meet planning authority requirements for new developments.
Do you handle acoustic disputes between businesses and residents?
We provide expert witness services for noise-related legal cases including statutory nuisance disputes and licensing challenges for entertainment venues.
What building acoustic services are available?
Our services cover architectural acoustics, vibration control, and classroom acoustic design to meet Building Regulations and BREEAM standards for residential and commercial developments.
Are your services carbon-neutral?
Yes, we've operated a carbon-neutral consultancy since 2019 and aim to achieve net-zero status by 2030 through our sustainable business practices.
How do you support film and TV production sound requirements?
We provide specialist noise management solutions for film sets including location assessments, sound insulation for studio facilities, and legal compliance monitoring during productions.
