This collection examines the multifaceted nature of atmospheric pollution through the lens of observation and simulation. The proceedings compile research from the SANA and EUMAC projects within the EUROTRAC initiative, focusing on the environmental impacts of substances released by both natural and anthropogenic sources. The work presents findings from the 3rd International Conference On Air Pollution held in Porto Carras, Chalkidiki, Greece, in 1995, offering insights into the scientific understanding and modeling of air quality issues at that time.

This volume presents a snapshot of air pollution research from the mid-1990s, focusing on observational data and simulation models from European initiatives. The collection likely appeals to atmospheric scientists, environmental researchers, and policymakers interested in the state of air quality science at the time of the conference. The inclusion of results from specific projects like SANA and EUMAC suggests a detailed, technical approach to understanding pollution sources and their environmental consequences.