The CALM Network aims to establish and co-ordinate a Community Noise Research Strategy Plan defining the proper steps towards noise emission reductions within the EU in the domains of air traffic, road and rail transport, marine technologies and outdoor equipment. This Community Noise Research Strategy Plan will propose research requirements according to relevant standardisation, economic and social measures, strategies and visions for future achievement of acceptable noise emission levels for the EU population.

The establishing of the Community Noise Research Strategy Plan will be based on reports from expert Noise Working Groups appointed by the European Commission and will be done in co-operation with relevant industry sectors, research institutions and interest organisations. The aim is to clearly identify links and gaps between current noise abatement technology and future EU noise reduction and regulation goals.