Mesoscale Modelling for Meteorological and Air Pollution Applications

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An overview of the fundamental concepts of air pollution and meteorological modelling including parameterization of key atmospheric processes.

‘Mesoscale Modelling for Meteorological and Air Pollution Applications’ combines the fundamental and practical aspects of mesoscale air pollution and meteorological modelling. Providing an overview of the fundamental concepts of air pollution and meteorological modelling, including parameterization of key atmospheric processes, the book also considers equally important aspects such as model integration, evaluation concepts, performance evaluation, policy relevance and user training.

Preface; Acknowledgements; 1. Introduction; 2. Basic Concepts of Mesoscale Modelling for Air Pollution Applications; 3. Representation of Surface Processes in Mesoscale Models; 4. Representation of Boundary Layer, Radiation, Cloud and Aerosol Processes in Mesoscale Models; 5. Integration and Implementation of Models and Interfaces; 6. Applications of Mesoscale Models for Air Pollution Research; 7. Evaluating the Performance of Mesoscale Meteorology Models Used for Air Quality Simulations; 8. Policy Relevance and Support Provided by Mesoscale Models; 9. User Training for Mesoscale Modelling Applications to Air Pollution.

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• Sciences et techniques

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• Publié par: Anthem Press
• Date de parution: 15 novembre 2018
• Nombre de lectures: 0
• EAN13: 9781783088287
• Langue: English
• Poids de l'ouvrage: 1 Mo

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Praise for Mesoscale Modelling for Meteorological and Air Pollution Applications

‘This new book is a prerequisite reading for anyone starting in the field of air pollution modelling. There are few such comprehensive references tackling both the theory and the challenges of transforming these theoretical concepts into actual applications. Mesoscale Modelling for Meteorological and Air Pollution Applications does not shy away from addressing the use of mesoscale models in the context of policy decision support, which few have done; another distinguishing feature is a welcome review of current techniques for model performance evaluation, an area that has seen much evolution. A definite must-read.’
—Veronique Bouchet, Director, Canadian Meteorological Centre Development Division, Meteorological Service of Canada, and Chair, WMO GURME SAG

‘This exceptional volume represents a superb tutorial on chemical transport modelling and will soon become a classic not only for future generations of students and graduates but also for practitioners of weather and air quality forecasts. It is an impressive document that will become a companion to atmospheric chemists and meteorologists, and will serve as a reference to many researchers worldwide.’
—Guy P. Brasseur, Chair of the Joint Scientific Committee, World Climate Research Programme

Abatement of air pollution is an urgent environmental policy concern. This book summarizes the legacy of the international collaborative effort in Europe and North America over several decades to develop the science effort to model mesoscale meteorology and air pollution. The accumulated expert knowledge presented here in a textbook format is a key to solving the air pollution issues in a cost effective way. Fundamental aspects and well as numerous practical applications are reviewed.
—Øystein Hov, Secretary General, The Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters, and President, WMO Commission for Atmospheric Sciences

‘ Mesoscale Modelling for Meteorological and Air Pollution Applications is a welcome new addition to this important topic. Mesoscale models coupling meteorology and air quality are important tools in atmospheric science research and are widely used in forecast-mode to support a growing spectrum of applications. This book combines both fundamental and practical aspects of mesoscale modelling in a seamless manner. It is a great resource for the meteorological and air pollution communities, and especially useful in the training of contemporary model users.’
—Gregory R. Carmichael, Karl Kammermeyer Professor of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA USA and Chair, WMO GAW Science Steering Committee

‘If you are new to the field of regional scale modelling of air pollution or meteorology, or if you have not been able to follow research developments over the past decade, this book will be an invaluable source of information. It is comprehensive, clear and practical. All the main processes at play are described both from a theoretical standpoint and by using actual results and applications. The book is written by the best domain experts in Europe (and a few other international specialists), so this is first-hand information. Finally and importantly, it testifies that mesoscale meteorology and air pollution modelling are no longer separate research areas, but that the way forward for improved meteorological and air quality forecasts is to perform them in a fully integrated manner.’
—Vincent-Henri Peuch, Deputy Director for Copernicus Services and Head of the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service, European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts and Chair, WMO GAW APP SAG

‘A comprehensive review of the key atmospheric processes influencing the transport and fate of air pollutants that could be used as a textbook for a course on air pollution meteorology. A valuable reference for graduate students and researchers interested in air quality modelling and its application.’
—S. T. Rao, Former Director, U.S. EPA’s Atmospheric Modeling and Analysis Division
Mesoscale Modelling for Meteorological and Air Pollution Applications
Mesoscale Modelling for Meteorological and Air Pollution Applications
Edited by
Ranjeet S. Sokhi, Alexander Baklanov and K. Heinke Schlünzen
Anthem Press
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ISBN-13: 978-1-78308-826-3 (Hbk)
ISBN-10: 1-78308-826-5 (Hbk)
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CONTENTS
List of Illustrations
Preface
Acknowledgements
List of Abbreviations
List of Contributors
Chapter One
Introduction
Ranjeet S. Sokhi
1.1 Advent of Mesoscale Models for Air Pollution Applications
1.2 Growth of Air Pollution Mesoscale Models
1.3 Requirements for Air Pollution Applications
1.4 Evaluation of Model Performance
1.5 Policy Relevance of Mesoscale Models
1.6 Scope of the Book
Chapter Two
Basic Concepts of Mesoscale Modelling for Air Pollution Applications
Ranjeet S. Sokhi, Xavier Francis, Xin Kong, Ana Isabel Miranda, Volker Matthias and Kenneth Schere
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Main Components of an Air Pollution Modelling System
2.3 Dynamical and Physical Processes in the Model
2.4 Operational Aspects of Mesoscale Air Pollution Modelling Systems
2.5 Visualization of Atmospheric Data
2.6 Examples of Mesoscale Modelling Applications to Air Pollution
2.7 Summary
Chapter Three
Representation of Surface Processes in Mesoscale Models
E. Batchvarova, Sven-Erik Gryning, C. S. B. Grimmond, M. Kelly, A. Rutgersson, T. Vihma, Alexander Baklanov and Ranjeet S. Sokhi
3.1 Parameterizations over Flat and Homogeneous Terrain
3.2 Parameterizations over Water
3.3 Parameterization of Urban Areas
3.4 Forest Parameterization
3.5 Subgrid-Scale Parameterization and Averaging
3.6 Summary and Model Evaluation Challenges
Chapter Four
Representation of Boundary-Layer, Radiation, Cloud and Aerosol Processes in Mesoscale Models
Sven-Erik Gryning, E. Batchvarova, Alexander Baklanov, Georg Grell, W. C. de Rooy, R. San José, J. Struzewska, Maria Tombrou and Ranjeet S. Sokhi
4.1 Boundary-Layer Parameterizations
4.2 Radiation Parameterizations
4.3 Parameterization of Convection and Clouds
4.4 Parameterization of Aerosol and Gas Forcing on Clouds and Radiation
4.5 Deposition Processes
4.6 Summary and Future Challenges
Chapter Five
Integration and Implementation of Models and Interfaces
Alexander Baklanov, K. Heinke Schlünzen, Georg Grell, Ulrik Korsholm, Sandro Finardi, Barbara Fay, Kenneth Schere, Yang Zhang, Maria Tombrou, Jacek W. Kaminski, Alexander Mahura and Ranjeet S. Sokhi
5.1 Structure of Mesoscale Models
5.2 Model Classification
5.3 Online and Offline Coupling of Meteorological and Air Quality Models: Advantages and Disadvantages
5.4 Implementation of Feedback Mechanisms, Direct and Indirect Effects of Aerosols
5.5 Advanced Interfaces between NWP and ACT Models
5.6 Methods for the Model Down-Scaling and Nesting
5.7 Data Assimilation Techniques in ACTM Systems
5.8 Summary and Recommendations
Chapter Six
Applications of Mesoscale Models for Air Pollution Research
John Douros, Evangelia Fragkou, Iakovos Barmpadimos, Charles Chemel, Marco Deserti, Giovanna Finzi, Elmar Friese, Gertie Geertsema, Johannes Keller, Kaisa Kesanurm, Vera Martins, Volker Matthias, Enrico Minguzzi, Ana Isabel Miranda, Alexandra Monteiro, Juan L. Pérez, Marje Prank, Markus Quante, Elisa Sá, Roberto San Jose, Martijn Schaap, K. Heinke Schlünzen, Mikhail Sofiev, Ranjeet S. Sokhi, Rainer Stern, Joanna Struzewska, Robert Vautard and Ralf Wolke
6.1 High PM 10 over Germany in Winter 2003: Stable Atmospheric Conditions Due to a High-Pressure System
6.2 Anthropogenic and Fire-Induced Pollution over Europe in Spring 2006 – Stable Atmospheric Conditions Due to a High-Pressure System
6.3 The Case of Forest Fires in Portugal in 2003 – High Maximum Temperatures, Low Relative Humidity and the Role of Photolysis Rates
6.4 The Po Valley Complex Terrain Case Study: The Role of Surface Wind Speed and Wind Direction
6.5 Summary and Areas of Model Improvement
Chapter Seven
Evaluating the Performance of Mesoscale Meteorology Models Used for Air Quality Simulations
K. Heinke Schlünzen, Peter Builtjes, Marco Deserti, John Douros, Stefano Galmarini, Ana Isabel Miran