1. The FAIRMODE ways of communication
John Douros
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki

2. Dissemination and Communication in FAIRMODE
Dissemination and communication of FAIRMODE scope, progress and activities form an integral part of its function and are crucial for its success
FAIRMODE aims to support harmonised use of models for regulatory purposes between member states – only possible through cooperation and exchange of experience
Activities regarding awareness raising and dissemination/communication are included in the work programme of FAIRMODE every year

3. Target audience and accessibility
Information on FAIRMODE progress and activities is accessible by all stakeholders (in particular modellers, national experts and national/European authorities) through the official web portal
Information is also disseminated in relevant conferences, workshops and targeted meetings
Plenary and WG Meetings of FAIRMODE are advertised through the web portal as well as through personal invitations to selected stakeholders

4. Communication and Dissemination activities
The following activities are foreseen although some of them are not yet implemented
Web portal
Conferences, seminars, workshops
Newsletter
Documents and deliverables published in journals, scientific reviews
Private communication
An electronic forum
Plenary Meetings

5. FAIRMODE web portal http://fairmode.ew.eea.europa.eu/
The present version provides information on the scope, objectives and structure of FAIRMODE. It includes links to relevant projects, legislation, guidance documents on model use and guides to specific models. All past and future FAIRMODE activities are advertised.
A “members’ area” is dedicated to internal communication and exchange of data and documents.
In its final version, the web portal is expected to function as a common platform for reporting and storing modelling information (data, recommendations,/guidance) and facilitate communication between countries, but also between modellers and policy makers.

6. Update of the FAIRMODE web portal
Improve usability/appearance
Provide the capability to register interest in various Sub-groups
Include dedicated section to support the modelling activities of FAIRMODE
The section will provide scope and technical information , also employing an electronic forum throughout the period of the modelling activities
Setup an electronic forum

9. Representation in conferences, meetings, workshops
13th EIONET workshop September 2008 on Air Quality Assessment and Management, Bruges, Belgium
12th International Conference on Harmonisation within Atmospheric Dispersion Modelling for Regulatory Purposes (Cavtat, Croatia, October 6th -9th, 2008)
Air Quality Workshop (Air Quality assessment strategies: addressing the new Air Quality Directive and CAFE Thematic Strategy, Ispra, November 2008)
EGU General Assembly 2009, Session AS3.06 Air Pollution Modelling, Vienna, Austria, 19 – 24 April 2009: FAIRMODE presentation,
AQ conference in Istanbul, March 2009, special session on "Air Quality Policy and Management“: FAIRMODE poster and presentation
14th EIONET workshop 5-6 October 2009 on Air Quality Assessment and Management, Warsaw, Polland
13th International Conference on Harmonisation within Atmospheric Dispersion Modelling for Regulatory Purposes (Paris, France, June 1th -4th, 2010)

10. Documents
Guidance on the Use of Models (WG1) (ETC, JRC, EEA, DG-ENV, Harmo, Users)
Reviews and Guidance out of WG2 on Quality Assurance of Models as prescribed by different subgroups
Papers presented at conferences
Newsletter (tbd)
Dissemination and communication plan (tbd)
Idiot’s guide (tbd)

11. The role of NFPs and NRCs
Their function is similar to that of the EIONET partnership network and play an important role in strengthening communication between Member States
NFPs and NRCs are invited to express their views and needs in the FAIRMODE meetings / events / forum
They could organise national sub-networks if appropriate

12. Other Dissemination and Communication activities
Link strongly with existing electronic tools for archiving and harmonisation (EEA’s data centre, MDS, COST728 validation meta-database, COST728/732 Model inventory, AirBase)
MDS will be updated to respond to the needs of modelling for policy applications
The modelling activities that will be organised (WG2) within the frame of FAIRMODE will constitute a means to promote cooperation and exchange of experience between experts and authorities of Member States