Volpe National Transportation Systems Center

Mission Statement

In support of the Volpe National Transportation Systems Center policy objectives, the Acoustics Facility, with close ties to the Volpe Center Air Quality Facility, shall anticipate future national, state, local, and international transportation-related noise issues and requirements, and respond to current needs and priorities in accordance with it's role as a national organization of transportation-related noise expertise.

The Acoustics Facility Mission:

  • Provide support for national transportation-related noise initiatives.
  • Enhance the nation's capabilities to meet future transportation-related noise requirements.
  • Anticipate and create awareness of national and international trends and issues in transportation-related noise.
  • Serve as a bridge to industry, academia, and other government agencies.