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Emissions Control

Tested safety for people and the environment

TÜV NORD offers comprehensive services in emissions control – from permitting management and emissions/immissions forecasts through to measurements and expert reports. Our specialists ensure the protection of people, animals, plants and property, support compliance with legal requirements, and develop solutions for environmentally sound, future-oriented project implementation.

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For clean air, quiet surroundings and healthy living environment

Working with TÜV NORD for safe emissions control

As an independent inspection and certification body, TÜV NORD stands for technical reliability and regulatory assurance in emissions control. Our experts, assessors and measurement engineers support projects in industry, construction, infrastructure and public administration – from planning and permitting to operational monitoring.

Our services at a glance:

  • Permitting management & environmental compatibility
    We provide technical coordination of permitting procedures according to the Federal Immission Control Act (BImSchG) and the Environmental Impact Assessment Act (UVPG) – including applications, expert reports and communication with authorities.
  • Emissions measurements, functional tests & calibration
    Using accredited methods, we record plant emissions precisely, calibrate measuring equipment and ensure compliance with statutory limit values.
  • Air pollutants & emissions control
    We prepare forecasts, assessments and calculations of air pollution – to safeguard people, animals, plants and property.
  • Odour measurements & forecasts
    Whether agriculture, industry or waste management – our experts analyse odours on site and model potential impact scenarios.
  • Noise and sound protection
    We measure, assess and forecast noise immissions – from road traffic and industrial plants to construction or leisure activities.

Our role does not end with the report: we provide technical evaluations of mitigation measures, support certifications, and bring our expertise to future challenges such as continuous monitoring, digitalisation and sustainable urban development.

For a green energy future

Our services in emissions control

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Permitting Management

Support with BImSchG permits – with technical expertise & assessor experience.
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Emissions Measurements and Calibration

Testing emissions & calibrating systems – ensuring compliance with statutory lim
Test Emissions
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Air Pollutants and Emissions Control

Forecasts & expert reports on air pollution – protecting people, animals & natur
Analyse Air Pollutants
Biogasanlage

Detecting and Assessing Odours

Odour analysis & forecasts according to DIN EN 13725 – for sensitive application
Assess Odours
Mikrofon

Noise and Sound Emissions Control

Noise & sound measurement – for planning, permitting & monitoring in constructio
Measure Noise

Emissions control: All services

Acoustic testing facilities
TÜV NORD has an in-house state-of-the-art acoustic testing lab. We offer comprehensive solutions for the acoustic optimisation of your products in compliance with the applicable standards.
Aircraft noise and drones
TÜV NORD Umweltschutz offers noise measurements and noise assessments for airports and landing sites. We offer expert support in planning and help you implement noise protection measures.
Building acoustics
TÜV NORD Umweltschutz is a noise control testing facility for building acoustics and offers measurements and investigations of the building acoustics. Rely on our expertise to acoustically optimise your buildings.
Construction noise
As a certified measurement centre, TÜV NORD Umweltschutz offers acoustic forecasts and measurements of construction noise and supports you in the acoustic optimisation of your construction processes.
Emission measurements
In accordance with the Federal Immission Control Act (BImSchG), operators of plants requiring authorization are obligated to have the type and scope of emissions from their facilities regularly assessed by an accredited measuring body, as notified under Section 29b BImSchG. Our experts conduct these emission measurements for a wide range of individual substances.
Environmental Compatibility
For specific projects, it must be ensured that the effects on the environment are identified, described and assessed comprehensively at an early stage. The type of project and its size or output determine whether it falls under the review obligations of the Environmental Impact Assessment Act (EIA Act).
Functional testing and calibration of monitoring equipment
Regular functional testing and calibration are essential for the operation of automatic measuring systems (AMS) for emission monitoring. This ensures that the measuring equipment works precisely and that the measurement signals are correctly analysed and stored. This promotes both environmental protection and operational safety.
Immission Control Officer
As company representatives for immission control, we offer you competent support in complying with legal requirements
Industrial noise
As an accredited measuring body, TÜV NORD Umweltschutz offers reliable noise measurements and noise forecasts on industrial plants. Trust our long-standing experience to reliably meet legal noise protection requirements.
Machine acoustics
We help you to develop low-noise machines that meet the highest standards in occupational safety. With our expertise and first-class technical equipment, we are the ideal partner in the field of machine acoustics.
Outdoor Noise Directive
TÜV NORD Umweltschutz offers acoustic testing for products covered by the Outdoor Noise Directive 2000/14/EC. Rely on our expertise in testing, certification, and production monitoring of your products.
Permanent measuring system (environmental noise monitoring)
TÜV NORD Umweltschutz utilizes mobile, permanently installed measuring equipment to continuously monitor sound pressure levels and climate data at immission sites.
Recreational noise and sports noise
As an accredited measuring body, TÜV NORD Umweltschutz offers noise forecasts and measurements for sports and leisure facilities. With our expertise, we support you in the planning of your facility or in the realisation of your event.
Traffic noise
As an accredited measuring body, TÜV NORD Umweltschutz offers assessments and measurements of traffic noise. As a competent partner, we support you in the planning of traffic routes and the appropriate noise protection measures.
Urban development planning
As an accredited measuring body, TÜV NORD Umweltschutz offers noise assessements as part of urban land-use planning. We support you competently with reliable noise forecasts.

Specialist topics in emissions control

External expertise for legally compliant plant operation: we provide accredited officers according to BImSchG and support compliance with statutory requirements in companies.

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We prepare site-specific forecasts on the noise propagation of wind turbines – as part of permitting planning and in line with BImSchG requirements.

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Assessment of aircraft noise exposure – including new aviation technologies.

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Acoustic inspections according to the Noise and Vibration Occupational Safety Ordinance (LärmVibrationsArbSchV) and Noise Ordinance.

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Forecasts, monitoring measurements and recommendations for low-noise construction sites.

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Testing according to EU Directive 2000/14/EC for outdoor machinery.

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