This article includes a detailed description of KOoreg portal (www.kvalitetazraka.si), which is the number one result of this project and is intended for the public use of daily monitoring of detailed weather forecasts and the diagnosis and prognosis of local air pollution in the Zasavje region. Additionally, a complementary page was set up on Facebook. The web page operating online has been recording regular visits and is advertised as an important acquisition for local communities by the local municipalities and industry. This is the first real-time demo page for pollution monitoring based on models and methods, for which detailed prior validation was being carried out in the area above the complex terrain. The modelling of such complex terrain as the Zasavje canyon still represents a scientific challenge. The web portal demonstration also features detailed descriptions for the general public. In our opinion, raising awareness among the general public in the region experiencing massive problems related to air pollution is very important. By doing so, we are making a contribution towards a more comprehensive understanding of the mechanisms behind the causes of air pollution, which is a prerequisite for implementing the necessary measures to improve the circumstances and their adaptation among the residents.
F.15 Development of a new information system/databases
COBISS.SI-ID: 25190695On 22 March 2011, the project and the current results were presented via the KOoreg portal to the interested public in the Zasavje region. The presentation was organized by Mr Vili Treven, the Mayor of Trbovlje, on behalf of himself and the other two mayors in the region. The presentation was attended by a considerable number of members of the municipality, who raised many valid questions. After an extensive presentation, a press conference was held. We were interviewed by a number of representatives from the media. The project and the event itself was featured on RTV Slovenia, Radio Kum, Kabelska TV Trbovlje, Delo, Siol and Finance.
F.18 Transfer of new know-how to direct users (seminars, fora, conferences)
COBISS.SI-ID: Še ni vpisThe work presents the latest continuation of the doctoral thesis of Dr. Grašič, whose doctorate in the field of air pollution modelling was co–mentored by Dr. Mlakar. This article in the open–source monograph presents a new method of model validation in conditions over very complex terrain. The work was carried out within this project. The application of the results of the doctoral thesis and its upgrade within the new project are very important for the successful introduction of a young Ph.D. candidate to the work of the MEIS group.
F.03 Increased qualifications of the research and development staff
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