Author(s)

C. Borrego, N. Barros, M. Lopes, M. Conceigao M.J. Valinhas, O. Tchepel, M. Coutinho and S. Lemos

Abstract

Data Collection for Mesoscale Model Validation: A Field Campaign A contribution to subproject SATURN C Borrego*, N. Barros\ M. Lopes\ M Conceigao M.J. Valinhas*, O Tchepel\ M. Coutinho^ and S. Lemos^ * Dept of Environment and Planning, University of Aveiro, 3810Aveiro, Portugal * Institute of Environment and Development, Campus Universitario, 3810 Aveiro, Portugal Introduction The Great Lisbon Area (GLA). because of its industrial and urban importance, is an example of a region with high emission levels and photochemical air pollution problems. On the other hand, it is located on a coastal zone with a complex coastline associated with significant terrain features and sea/land breezes circulation, which result in a complex airflow circulation. Therefore, the knowledge and characterisation of mesoscale air flow patterns as well as its effect on the dispersion of atmospheric pollutants

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