On 28 August, the National Public Health Centre under the Ministry of Health carried out ambient noise measurements. The results of the survey obtained on 13 September showed that noise pollution in Kairi, Plento str. No noise level exceedances were detected in the environment of the company UAB “Virginijus ir Ko”, located at 2D, Plenty Street. The company itself carries out periodic measurements of the noise level to ensure that it does not infringe the requirements of the hygiene standards.

“Noise from Virginijus & Ko’s activities in Kairiiai is lower than the legal limit

Taking into account the 2024 deadline. 8 August On August 20, 20 20 20 20, 2014, the noise level measurements were carried out following a complaint from a resident received at the Šiauliai Department of the NVSC regarding the strong noise and vibration caused by the waste management activities of UAB Virginijus ir Ko at the plastic pellet production facilities.

In order to assess the sound pressure level in the applicant’s living environment during the operation of the undertaking, ambient noise measurements were carried out in the applicant’s living environment (15 m from the wall of the dwelling to the side of the noise source) between 22.31 and 22.48 on 28 August 2024, during the operation of the undertaking. The measurements were carried out by the National Public Health Laboratory. According to the laboratory’s report of 3 September 2024, the following noise measurements were carried out The total maximum sound pressure level of 47 dBA and the total equivalent sound pressure level of 45 dBA were measured at the noise source (the plastic pellet production facilities) and did not exceed the limits of the Lithuanian hygiene standard HN 33:2011 7.

On 29 August 2024, from 12.41 to 12.57 hours, when the company’s noise source (the plastic pellet production facilities) was operating, the total maximum sound pressure level of 50 dBA measured in the applicant’s living environment (15 m from the wall of the dwelling house to the side of the noise source); the total equivalent sound pressure level of 44 dBA did not exceed the limits of the Lithuanian Hygienic Standard HN 33:2011 7.

Conclusion that the noise from the activities of Virginijus ir Ko, one of the largest recyclable waste and secondary raw materials management companies in Western Lithuania, in Kairiiai is lower than the noise permitted by law.

“Virginijus & Ko is guided by the principles of social responsibility

According to Virginijus Skublickas, the head of the company, Virginijus ir Ko is guided by the principles of social responsibility, and the company’s management is well aware that all activities can only be carried out in compliance with the laws and regulations governing its activities.

“Noise in settlements is inevitable. People commute to and from work, travel in their vehicles on all sorts of errands, mow with whirring appliances, do construction and repair work. But it is understandable that even the biggest noise-maker dreams of having a noise-free neighbour, because it is the noise from neighbours, not themselves, that is the most disturbing.

As a socially responsible company, the company carries out noise control in line with legal requirements and in the interests of friendly neighbourhoods. We have carried out appropriate instrumental noise measurements. These have confirmed that the noise levels, both during the day and at rest, meet and do not exceed the permissible limits,” says the CEO.

“It should also be noted that the walls of our factory buildings have been fitted with a noise barrier layer and a noise barrier wall has been installed on the site. To the question of what causes noise, we would say that it can be caused by the operation of the recycling equipment and the movement of traffic on the site. However, we take all necessary measures to control this noise,” explains V. Skublickas, the manager of UAB Virginijus ir ko.

Kairiiai Elderly Community Visits the Factory

“Environmental protection is one of the top priorities for governments, business and society alike, and requires social responsibility and awareness from everyone. Unfortunately, it is often forgotten that waste management is a shared responsibility for all. It should not only be a matter of concern for waste managers, but also for those whose activities or lifestyles give rise to the waste”, says the CEO of Virginijus ir Ko.

11 September On September 11th, the company invited local elders and representatives of the Kairiiai community. During and after the tour, the elders asked the company representatives questions on topics of interest to the community or to them personally. V. According to Skublicko, the company cooperates with the local community on waste management issues, maintains good relations with the Elder, and actively participates in the life of the community by supporting cultural events organised by the company.

According to Artūras Šulčius, an elder of Kairiiai, a visit to the factory has boosted confidence. It was clear that the company is working hard to ensure high environmental standards and efficiency in its recycling processes.

On the other hand, the head of Virginijus ir Ko says that he understands that sometimes neighbours who live behind the fence or drive by have higher expectations than the law stipulates. Balancing such expectations could be helped by understanding that cities and towns are becoming more and more intense, and that the growth of community well-being is often accompanied by rising waste volumes, which in turn are accompanied by the ambitions and goals of the circular economy of countries.