This volume presents the latest scientific advancements in air pollution modeling, featuring papers from the 27th NATO/CCMS International Technical Meeting held in Banff, Canada, in 2004. Key topics include atmospheric models in policy, regional modeling, climate change effects, and aerosols. The conference attracted 104 participants globally.
The book is aimed at researchers and government policy makers who wish to keep abreast of the most recent developments in air pollution modelling and air quality issues. The book emphasizes the following key topics: 1. Local and urban scale modelling; 2. Regional and intercontinental modelling; 3. Data assimilation and air quality forecast; 4. Model assessment and verification; 5. Aerosols in the atmosphere; 6. Interactions between air quality and climate change; 7. Air quality and human health. These subjects were chosen as topical and highly relevant to the air quality modelling research community. The book provides material that can be used to further improve air quality modelling and to inform the community about recent and novel developments in the field.