Land use regression model (original) (raw)

A land use regression model (LUR model) is an algorithm often used for analyzing pollution, particularly in densely populated areas. The model is based on predictable pollution patterns to estimate concentrations in a particular area. This requires some linkage to the environmental characteristics of the area, especially characteristics that influence pollutant emission intensity and dispersion efficiency. LUR modeling is a useful approach for screening studies and can substitute for dispersion models given insufficient input data or dispersion models.