DisPol

DisPol 2.5
Integrated application for simulations of pollutant dispersion in the atmosphere

Key Features:

Calculation of Pollutant Dispersion Profiles Using AUSTAL 3.3:
- AUSTAL 3.3 is the pollutant dispersion model recommended by the German Ministry for the Environment. It adheres to regulatory frameworks and simulates how pollutants spread in the atmosphere based on specific emission sources and environmental conditions.
- Provides reliable and scientifically supported results for environmental assessment and regulatory compliance.
  https://www.umweltbundesamt.de/themen/luft/regelungen-strategien/ausbreitungsmodelle-fuer-anlagenbezogene/uebersicht
Input/Output Compatibility with Google Earth and Excel:
- Supports .kml (Google Earth) format for spatial data visualization, enabling the display of pollutant dispersion profiles over real-world terrain and urban areas.
- Compatible with .csv (Excel) format for easy manipulation of input and output data in spreadsheet form, facilitating integration into broader data analysis workflows.
Automatic Download of Google Terrain Maps:
- Allows users to automatically download Google terrain maps to visualize the topographical context of the dispersion model, offering a more accurate representation of how terrain affects pollutant movement.
Meteorological Profile Downloads from NOAA:
- Integrates with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to download real-time or historical meteorological data.
- Converts these profiles into Austal (.akt) format, streamlining the input of critical meteorological factors (wind speed and direction, etc.) into the simulation model.
Selection and Editing of Pollutants and Emission Factors:
- Simple selection and editing of pollutants using the CORINAIR 2023 database (a comprehensive European database for air pollutant emissions).
- Includes options to source emission factors from other reputable sources, ensuring flexibility and accuracy in modeling different pollutants and emission scenarios.
Versatile Construction of Simulation Models:
- Offers flexible tools for creating complex dispersion simulation models, supporting various types of sources (point, line, area sources).
- Enables detailed input settings for the Austal simulation runs, allowing users to fine-tune simulations according to the specific requirements of a project or study.
Automatic Graphic Output of Dispersion Maps:
- Automatically generates visual dispersion maps, showing pollutant concentrations over time and space. These maps are useful for quick assessments and presentations of the simulation results.
Automatic Drafting of Dispersion Reports:
- Facilitates automatic generation of detailed dispersion reports, summarizing input data, simulation results, and visual outputs. This feature is designed for compliance with environmental regulations and for sharing findings with stakeholders.

These features make DisPol 2.5 a robust tool for environmental engineers, regulatory agencies, and researchers who need to simulate, analyze, and report on atmospheric pollutant dispersion with precision and ease.