WRF-Chem apply to Antarctica

[Xiao Yan]

Hi all,

My current research efforts concern the study of nitrate levels in Antarctica by WRF-Chem 4.4.2. (chem_opt = 202).
Nevertheless, the current modeling results are significantly lower than our observed data. It is possible that the discrepancy is caused by the emission inventory used (I use EDGARv5 from EDGAR v5.0 emissions inventory speciated for the MOZART chemical mechanism). Is there an emission inventory that is specifically applicable to the Southern Ocean and Antarctic regions? Or are there any other factors contributing to the low result?


Xiao Yan
yx557...@gmail.com

[Mary Barth]

Hello Xiao Yan,

I am not an expert regarding emissions inventories, but you may want to review the following website to see if you can find more information. https://eccad.aeris-data.fr/ 

Mary

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