Air Quality
Science, Impacts, and Management
- 1st Edition - November 28, 2024
- Imprint: Elsevier
- Editor: Ranjeet S. Sokhi
- Language: English
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 8 2 3 2 8 0 - 4
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Request a sales quoteAir Quality: Science, Impacts, and Management provides a thorough treatment of the fundamental science of air quality, its interactions, its impacts on health and the environment and management strategies for reducing air pollution in cities, regionally and globally. It begins with fundamentals of the atmosphere and its relevance for air quality before moving logically to sources and emissions, chemical transformation, dynamics, prediction, observations and analysis methods. The importance of regional air pollution and interactions with climate demonstrate the multiscale nature of air quality. The book concludes by examining the impacts on ecosystems and health, reviewing the strategies to manage air pollution and highlighting real-world challenges and possible solutions to improve air quality in global cities. The chapters, written by Ranjeet Sokhi with the collaboration of international experts in the field, are designed to be read sequentially or independently for focused learning in this complex and interdisciplinary field. Air Quality: Science, Impacts, and Management is an excellent resource for students, researchers and professionals in the field of Air Quality and related sciences.
A comprehensive work bringing together fundamental science, applications, impacts and management of air quality
Chapters include up to date material supported by research as well as grounding in fundamental concepts
Worked examples are included to support the understanding of the main concepts
Questions to practice problem-solving skills are included at the end of most of the chapters with solutions provided to check your answers
Graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, senior researchers and university educators in departments of atmospheric science, meteorology, engineering, and environment, Operational centers and other non-academic organizations including policy-facing, Staff with responsibility for model development could use the book as a reference on the state of knowledge
- Title of Book
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- Dedication
- List of contributors
- Preface
- Acknowledgments
- Useful constants and other data
- Chapter 1. Introduction–why does air quality matter?
- Abstract
- 1.1 The book in a nutshell
- 1.2 What do we mean by air quality and related terms?
- 1.3 A short historical perspective of air pollution
- 1.4 Air quality policy frameworks for reducing air pollution
- 1.5 A brief survey of key air pollutants
- 1.6 Air quality around the world
- 1.7 Scope and structure of the book
- References
- Chapter 2. The atmosphere—fundamental concepts
- Abstract
- 2.1 Introduction
- 2.2 Energy and solar radiation
- 2.3 Thermal stratification and vertical structure
- 2.4 Pressure and winds
- 2.5 Atmospheric thermodynamics
- 2.6 Atmospheric composition
- 2.7 Atmospheric aerosols
- 2.8 Ozone depletion
- 2.9 Global climate change
- 2.10 Questions
- References
- Chapter 3. Sources and emissions of air pollution
- Abstract
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.2 Natural sources—biogenic, bioaerosols, volcanoes, and others
- 3.3 Anthropogenic sources
- 3.4 Sources of indoor air pollution
- 3.5 Other sources
- 3.6 Emission inventories—top down, bottom up, global, regional, and city scales
- 3.7 Conventions and global policies
- 3.8 Changes in emissions due to the pandemic
- 3.9 Questions
- References
- Chapter 4. Chemistry of the atmosphere
- Abstract
- 4.1 Introduction
- 4.2 Gaseous chemistry
- 4.3 Aerosols formation and composition
- 4.4 Particle size distribution
- 4.5 Particulate matter and air quality guidelines
- 4.6 Aerosol in the Earth system
- 4.7 Aerosol light absorption and scattering
- 4.8 Stratospheric chemistry
- 4.9 Questions
- References
- Further reading
- Chapter 5. Atmospheric dynamics and pollution transport
- Abstract
- 5.1 Atmospheric dynamics
- 5.2 Microscale transport
- 5.3 Mesoscale transport
- 5.4 Synoptic scale transport
- 5.5 Global-scale transport
- 5.6 Questions
- Acknowledgments
- References
- Chapter 6. Physics of the planetary boundary layer
- Abstract
- 6.1 Planetary boundary layer structure and properties
- 6.2 Planetary boundary layer representation for numerical modeling
- 6.3 Representation of interactions between the atmosphere and various earth surfaces
- 6.4 Turbulence closures and boundary-layer parameterizations
- 6.5 Planetary boundary layer height and turbulent exchanges through the planetary boundary layer upper boundary
- 6.6 Methods for estimating the planetary boundary layer height
- 6.7 Urban boundary layer structures and modeling
- 6.8 Parameterizations of radiation
- 6.9 Parameterization of convection and clouds
- 6.10 Summary
- 6.11 Questions
- Appendix A
- References
- Chapter 7. Theory of atmospheric pollution dispersion
- Abstract
- 7.1 Basic processes
- 7.2 Basic dispersion equation
- 7.3 Turbulence and closure schemes
- 7.4 Atmospheric stability regimes and dispersion
- 7.5 Gaussian plume concept
- 7.6 Plume rise
- 7.7 Removal processes
- 7.8 Outlook for dispersion modeling approaches
- 7.9 Questions
- References
- Chapter 8. Advanced modeling approaches to predict air quality and applications
- Abstract
- 8.1 Introduction to modeling of meteorology and air quality
- 8.2 Input data for air quality models
- 8.3 Air quality model evaluation
- 8.4 Areas of application of air quality models
- 8.5 Questions
- References
- Chapter 9. Methods for measuring air quality
- Abstract
- 9.1 Introduction
- 9.2 Overview of methods for measuring air quality
- 9.3 Scope of the chapter
- 9.4 Standard reference instruments for measuring air quality
- 9.5 Low-cost air quality sensors, their computational calibration and indicative applications
- 9.6 Remote sensing of air quality
- 9.7 Advanced research methods for measuring atmospheric species
- 9.8 End of chapter question
- Appendix 9.1 List of abbreviations used in Table 9.2
- References
- Chapter 10. Regional and global air quality
- Abstract
- 10.1 Introduction
- 10.2 Global air quality
- 10.3 Regional air quality on continental scales
- 10.4 Intercontinental transport of pollutants
- 10.5 Trends in regional and global air quality
- 10.6 Contributions to local air quality
- 10.7 Useful links
- 10.8 Questions
- References
- Chapter 11. Air quality and climate interactions
- Abstract
- 11.1 Introduction
- 11.2 Processes and feedback
- 11.3 Modeling approaches
- 11.4 Impacts of air quality on weather
- 11.5 Impacts of air quality on climate
- 11.6 Impacts of climate on air quality
- 11.7 Applying an understanding of these interactions for a better future
- 11.8 Questions
- References
- Chapter 12. Indoor air quality
- Abstract
- 12.1 Introduction
- 12.2 Type of indoor microenvironments
- 12.3 Indoor air pollutant sources
- 12.4 Processes and interactions of indoor air pollutant
- 12.5 Indoor air quality monitoring
- 12.6 Indoor air quality exposure
- 12.7 Indoor air quality modelling
- 12.8 Case studies
- 12.9 Policy and regulatory considerations
- 12.10 Summary and conclusions
- 12.11 Questions
- Acknowledgements
- References
- Chapter 13. Quantitative data analysis methods for air quality prediction
- Abstract
- 13.1 Introduction
- 13.2 Data analysis methods and tools
- 13.3 Statistical trend and cluster analysis
- 13.4 Interpolation, extrapolation methods
- 13.5 Graphical representation, percentiles, when to use and when not to use
- 13.6 Uncertainty analysis and comparison with air quality standards
- 13.7 Data quality metrics/objectives
- 13.8 Recent geographic information system spatial exposure techniques/maps and examination of potential hotspots and implications for exposure reduction
- 13.9 Data visualization approaches of model outputs
- 13.10 Questions
- References
- Chapter 14. Air quality and health impacts
- Abstract
- 14.1 Introduction
- 14.2 Air pollution epidemiology
- 14.3 Health effects of air pollution
- 14.4 European Union air quality legislation and who air quality guidelines
- 14.5 Heath impact assessment models
- 14.6 Global and regional trends in mortality and morbidity
- 14.7 Evolution of air pollution-related premature mortality in the future
- 14.8 Questions
- References
- Chapter 15. Air quality and the environmental impacts
- Abstract
- 15.1 Terrestrial–biosphere interactions
- 15.2 Air pollution impacts the ecosystems, vegetation and aquatic ecosystems and vice versa
- 15.3 Effect of air pollution on urban energy and water balances and boundary layer dynamics
- 15.4 Impacts of urban structures and buildings on air quality
- 15.5 Air pollutant and climate implications
- 15.6 Questions
- References
- Chapter 16. Air quality management and policy applications
- Abstract
- 16.1 Introduction
- 16.2 Case studies
- 16.3 Summary
- 16.4 Questions
- References
- Chapter 17. Air quality in cities around the world
- Abstract
- Subchapter 17.1. Introduction
- 17.1.1 Scope of chapter
- Subchapter 17.2. Air quality case study on the central Indian city of Bhopal, India
- 17.2.1 Background
- 17.2.2 Major air pollution sources and emissions
- 17.2.3 Trends of key air pollutant concentrations
- 17.2.4 Comparison to WHO AQG (2021) and national standards
- 17.2.5 Health impacts
- 17.2.6 Remaining challenges to improving air quality
- Acknowledgments
- Subchapter 17.3. Air quality trend and the impact of air quality over Megacity Delhi
- 17.3.1 Background
- 17.3.2 Major air pollution sources and emissions
- 17.3.3 Trends of key air pollutant concentrations
- 17.3.4 Comparison to WHO AQG (2021) and national standards and health impacts
- 17.3.5 Remaining challenges to improving air quality
- Further reading
- Subchapter 17.4. Air quality in Wuhan, China
- 17.4.1 Background
- 17.4.2 Major air pollutant emission sources
- 17.4.3 Trends of key air pollutants
- 17.4.4 Comparison to WHO AQG (2021) and Chinese national standards
- 17.4.5 Health impacts
- 17.4.6 Challenges to improving air quality
- Subchapter 17.5. Air quality in Melbourne, Australia
- 17.5.1 Background
- 17.5.2 Major air pollution sources and emissions
- 17.5.3 Air pollution trends since 2000
- 17.5.4 Compliance with regulatory and international standards and guidelines
- 17.5.5 Estimate of published health impacts
- 17.5.6 Challenges to improving air quality
- Subchapter 17.6. Air quality in Marrakech, Morocco
- 17.6.1 Background
- 17.6.2 Major air pollution sources and emissions
- 17.6.3 Trends of key air pollutant concentrations
- 17.6.4 Health Impacts
- 17.6.5 Challenges to improving air quality
- Subchapter 17.7. Air quality in Los Angeles, California, United States
- 17.7.1 Background
- 17.7.2 Major air pollutant emission sources
- 17.7.3 Trends of key air pollutants
- 17.7.4 Comparison to WHO AQG (2021) and US National Air Quality Standards
- 17.7.5 Health impacts
- 17.7.6 Challenges for improving air quality
- Subchapter 17.8. Air quality in the Mexico City Metropolitan Area, Mexico
- 17.8.1 Background
- 17.8.2 Major air pollution sources and emissions
- 17.8.3 Trends of key pollutant concentrations
- 17.8.4 Comparison to WHO AQG (2021) and Mexican National Standards
- 17.8.5 Health impacts
- 17.8.6 Remaining challenges to improving air quality
- Subchapter 17.9. Air quality in São Paulo, Brazil
- 17.9.1 Background
- 17.9.2 Major air pollution sources
- 17.9.3 Air pollution trends
- 17.9.4 Ambient air pollution standards
- 17.9.5 Remaining challenges to improving air quality
- Subchapter 17.10. Air quality in Istanbul, Turkey
- 17.10.1 Background
- 17.10.3 Air quality measurements and comparisons with WHO guidelines
- 17.10.4 Future challenges
- Subchapter 17.11. Air quality in Greater London, United Kingdom
- 17.11.1 Background
- 17.11.2 Major air pollutant emission sources
- 17.11.3 Trends of key air pollutants
- 17.11.4 Comparison of London Observations to WHO AQG (2021) and UK National Standards
- 17.11.5 Health impacts, estimate of published health impacts
- 17.11.6 Challenges for improving air quality in London
- Subchapter 17.12. Air quality and atmospheric pollutants composition in Milan
- 17.12.1 Background
- 17.12.2 Major air pollution sources and emissions
- 17.12.3 Trends of key air pollutant concentrations
- 17.12.4 Comparison with WHO AQG (2021) and national standards
- 17.12.5 Remaining challenges to improving air quality
- Subchapter 17.13. Air quality in the Paris metropolis area
- 17.13.1 Background
- 17.13.2 Major air pollution sources and emissions
- 17.13.5 Remaining challenges to improving air quality
- Acknowledgments
- Subchapter 17.14. Final remarks—toward cleaner air for all
- Bibliography
- Index
- Edition: 1
- Published: November 28, 2024
- No. of pages (eBook): 540
- Imprint: Elsevier
- Language: English
- eBook ISBN: 9780128232804
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Ranjeet S. Sokhi
Professor Ranjeet Sokhi's research focusses on the dynamics and composition of the atmosphere with emphasis on physical and chemical processes affecting air quality and interactions with climate. He has been an advisor for the UK Governments' Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), UK's Public Health England (PHE) and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). He has been the chair of the WMOs' projects on urban science (GURME) and air quality prediction for Africa (PREFIA) for several years. He has coordinated or played a leading role in many research projects and networks funded by UKRI, European Commission and Industry as well as being a principal investigator (PI) for the UK's National Centre for Atmospheric Science (NCAS). For over two decades, Professor Sokhi was the chair of the series of International Conferences on Air Quality – Science and Application. He has published his research findings widely and has nearly 200 publications including scientific articles in major international journals and co-authored and edited several major reports and books. Currently, Professor Sokhi is the Director of the Centre for Climate Change Research (C3R) at the University of Hertfordshire, UK and a co-coordinator of the Horizon Europe project FOCI on non-CO2 radiative forcers and their impacts on climate and air quality.
Affiliations and expertise
Director of the Centre for Atmospheric and Climate Physics Research (CACP)School of Physics, Astronomy and Mathematics University of Hertfordshire College Lane, Hatfield, UKRead Air Quality on ScienceDirect