Data Center
Environmental Impact
Assessments

Noise, air quality, vibration, low-frequency sound,
gas turbine emissions, and community impact evaluations
for data centers and critical infrastructure

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(800) 862-9655

Environmental Concerns Near Data Centers

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Noise & Vibration

Gas turbines, cooling systems and mechanical equipment operate continuously and can create high noise levels and vibration that impact nearby communities.

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Air Quality

Gas turbines emit pollutants including NOx, CO, CO₂ and PM2.5. Proper permitting and control technologies help reduce air quality impacts.

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Heat & Water Use

Data centers with gas turbines can reject large amounts of heat and consume significant water for cooling, affecting local resources and increasing heat island effects.

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Community Impact

Nearby residents may raise concerns about air quality, visual impacts, traffic, property values, and overall quality of life.

Noise and Low-Frequency Sound Investigations

We evaluate a wide range of noise sources including gas turbines, exhaust systems, cooling towers, chillers, HVAC equipment, and generators. Low-frequency sound and infrasonic energy can travel long distances and penetrate buildings. Our investigations include sound level measurements, low-frequency noise analysis, vibration assessments, day and night as well as long-duration monitoring, equipment operation and cycling evaluations, and compliance reviews with applicable local noise ordinances to help identify sources, assess impacts, and support effective mitigation strategies.

Air Quality and Emissions Evaluations

Gas Turbine Emissions Reviews
Diesel Generator Emissions Reviews
NOx, CO, CO₂ and PM2.5 Evaluations
Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Assessments
Odor and Fume Investigations
Ambient Air Sampling & Analysis
Permit Support and Compliance

Our Environmental Services

Data Center Impact Assessments

Evaluate facility operations and potential community impacts.

Low-Frequency Impact Studies

Assess conditions that may be noticeable inside nearby buildings.

Gas Turbine Evaluations

Review turbine operation, emissions, and community concerns.

Air Quality Evaluations

Evaluate emissions, odors, exhaust, and air quality concerns.

Gas Turbine & Generator Emissions Reviews

Review combustion sources, operating schedules, and exhaust impacts.

Vibration Assessments

Evaluate mechanical equipment and nearby structure concerns.

Environmental Health Assessments

Assess exposure, nuisance, and environmental health concerns.

Expert Witness Services

Provide technical reviews, reports, and expert opinions.

Related EMF and EMI Testing Services

Data centers, gas turbine facilities, substations, transformers, switchgear, UPS systems, generators, and high-capacity electrical infrastructure may also require electromagnetic field (EMF) or electromagnetic interference (EMI) evaluations.

IAQ-EMF Consulting provides related EMF and EMI testing services through EMFTesting.net.

Learn more: EMF and EMI Testing Services

Concerned About a Nearby Data Center?

We provide independent environmental assessments to protect your health, property and community.

✔Noise & Vibration Evaluations
✔Air Quality Assessments
✔Emissions & GHG Evaluations
✔Environmental Health Assessments
✔Expert Witness Services

Stuart D. Bagley, MS, CIH, CSP

✔Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
✔Environmental Consultant
✔Expert Witness
✔30+ Years Experience
✔Objective. Independent. Experienced.