ABOUT THE EVENT

TOPIC AND AIM

The workshop has an emphasis on regional air quality applications of the WRF-Chem model, but also some more general topics will be discussed. The activities offered during the workshop are developed keeping in mind the two main aims:

provide knowledge on the WRF-Chem atmospheric transport model, such as available options and parameterisations, with a focus on the pratical implementation for WRF users;
provide opportunities for networking.

The WRF model is used for a wide range of research topics as it contains many options for both meteorology and atmospheric chemistry. Modelling at the urban scale poses some additional challenges. This workshop will provide insight in the opportunities that WRF(-Chem) provides for urban modelling in general and more specifically for air quality related research. Currently, WRF(-Chem) is a widely used model in the European scientific community. So with this workshop we also want to stimulate the exchange of good practices and initiate a discussion about challenges experienced when working with WRF, Hopefully this will lead to the exchange of solutions and development of new research ideas for the future.

TARGET GROUP

The workshop is intended for everybody with a keen interest in regional to urban (air quality) modelling and the use of WRF-Chem. A wide range of topics will be discussed, from simple basics of the WRF-Chem model to more in-depth applications. The main focus will be on how to use such applications rather than the physics behind them. In addition, we offer participants the opportunity to give a short presentation/pitch about their work and/or interests. This makes the workshop interesting for researchers of all levels, but also for Master and PhD students. Some experience with WRF and/or WRF-Chem could be useful, though it is not required. Experience with basic modelling, Fortran code and programming in a Unix environment is recommended for the hands-on session.