Traditional methodologies for evaluating odour pollution are effective in most cases but insufficient for complex situations with multiple sources and various odours.

   OdourCollect, developed by Science for Change, offers a comprehensive citizen science-based solution for odour monitoring and management, complying with the UNE 77270:2023 standard. The platform centralizes information and enables real-time analysis, encouraging citizen participation and integrating additional data for improved decision-making.

Rosa Arias. Johana Burbano

  C. de Vilamarí, 50, Planta 7, Eixample, 08015 Barcelona

rosa.arias@scienceforchange.eu

   The rapid expansion of biogas plants requires implementing effective measures to control air pollution, especially odors and greenhouse gas emissions.

   Advanced technologies and pre-operational studies are essential to monitor, minimize, and prevent environmental impacts before the facilities become operational.

A. Amo

   Parque científico de Alicante, Zona ampliación del Campus Nave 6, 03690 Sant Vicent del Raspeig (Alicante) – Spain

   antonio.amo@suez.com

   The new GRAL version 24.11 has been released, bringing important bug fixes, enhanced visualisations, and new features that improve the overall user experience. This update addresses issues in odour percentile calculations and source group management, introduces expanded export options, and changes the installation process to offer greater flexibility. The software remains open source, with its full code available on GitHub for those interested in exploring it further.

   The release of GRAL 24.11 has sparked considerable interest among users of this atmospheric dispersion model. This version not only fixes bugs that previously affected the stability of certain functions but also adds visual and technical improvements that could transform how the tool is used in scientific and professional contexts. For those relying on GRAL, the update presents an opportunity to explore new capabilities and enhance their analyses.

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