AERMOD Cloud® — Gaussian Plume Air Dispersion Model

Integrated regulatory air dispersion modelling system

AERMOD Cloud® provides a unified interface to the U.S. EPA’s AERMOD Modelling System, combining AERMOD, AERMET, AERMAP and BPIPPRM into a single streamlined workflow. Built for Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and regulatory submissions — it simplifies setup, enforces compliance, and boosts productivity for professional air dispersion modelling.

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Feature overview

Truly integrated

AERMOD, AERMET, AERMAP and BPIPPRM combined into one interface.

Built-in terrain data

90 m DEM resolution for terrain processing via AERMAP.

Meteorological processing

Integrated AERMET with Excel-to-SAMSON conversion.

Multi-pollutant projects

Run multiple pollutants in one project file.

Output visualisation

Automatic gridding, contouring and customizable isopleths with overlays.

Multi-source support

Handles point, area, line, volume, open pit and polygonal emissions.

Downwash

Integrated BPIPPRM for building downwash calculations.

Google Earth export

Export isopleths as KML for 3D overlays and presentation.

Post-processor

Advanced analysis: contour plots, time series, percentiles, filtering and meteorological data viewer.

Visual feature tour

Click any image to open the full-size view (new tab)
AERMAP module showing terrain overlay

Built-in terrain

90 m elevation data support for AERMAP to evaluate complex terrain and hill-height scale.

AERMET processing UI

AERMET processing

Integrated AERMET pipeline; includes Excel-to-SAMSON aids and met QA views.

Post-processing output with overlays

Visualisation & overlays

Automatic gridding, contouring, custom isopleths and overlays (basemap, receptors, wind rose).

Meteorology visualiser

Met data viewer

Visualise surface/profile data and generate charts to assess atmospheric conditions.

Post-processor UI

Post-processor

Time-series, percentile filters, multi-parameter slicing, and export to GIS/KML.

KML export to Google Earth

KML export

Export isopleths for Google Earth™ visualisation and client sharing.

Technical specifications

AERMOD Cloud® interfaces with AERMOD, AERMET and AERMAP
GUI Name
AERMOD Cloud®
GUI Version / Release
24
Core Model
AERMOD
AERMOD Version
v24142 (+ v23132, v22112, v21112, v19191, v18081, v16216, v15181)
Developed by
AERMIC
Model type
Steady-state Gaussian plume
Range
Up to 50 km from source
Wind field
Homogeneous
Release types
Buoyant or neutral
Emissions
Constant or time-varying
Source types
Point, Area, Line/RLINE, Volume, Open Pit
Meteorology
Hourly surface and upper-air (via AERMET)
AERMET Version
v24142 (+ v23132, v22112, v21112, v19191, v18081, v16216, v15181)
Terrain
Flat / elevated (via AERMAP)
AERMAP Version
v24142 (+ v18081, v11103)
Receptors
Cartesian / polar / linear grids + discrete receptors
Other
Building downwash (BPIP-PRIME)

System requirements

Recommended for reliable modelling performance
AERMOD Cloud user interface screenshot
AERMOD Cloud — main UI (screenshot).
Supported OS
Windows 10 / 11
CPU
Intel 32-bit, 2 GHz or higher (multi-core recommended)
Memory
8 GB RAM minimum — 16 GB recommended for large projects
Display
1366×768 (True Color). Higher resolution improves charting and map detail.
Input
Mouse / pointing device
Network
Internet connection required for updates, basemap tiles and licence checks
Regional settings: Set to English (India) while running the model to ensure date/time formats match model IO. You may revert afterwards.
How to change regional settings (Windows)
  1. Open Settings → Time & language → Language & region (or Control Panel → Region).
  2. Under Regional format, select English (India).
  3. Sign out / restart if prompted to apply changes.

Subscription & licensing options

Version: 24.0.0.112
Release: 10 March 2025

Quarterly 90 Days

USD 250
90 days of upgrades & technical support

Best for short-term projects or evaluation.

Annual 365 Days

USD 500
1 year of upgrades & technical support

Best value for ongoing projects and teams.

Perpetual Perpetual

USD 1299
One-time purchase; AMC available for updates & support

Recommended for organisations needing long-term offline use.

GST notice: Prices exclude taxes. 18% GST applies at checkout for Indian customers.

Perpetual license: One-time payment — use the purchased version as long as compatible. Upgrades and support are available via annual maintenance (AMC).

Before you purchase:

  • Expertise required: The GUI wraps the US EPA AERMOD model; it is not a substitute for professional training.
  • Support scope: Software support covers installation and bug fixes. Input/output review and training are paid services. Please read our software support policy for more details.

Updates

Downloads & releases

Updates are free for active subscribers and customers on maintenance. Use your account credentials to access downloads.

Current: AERMOD Cloud Version: 24.0.0.112 | 10 March 2025

Typical uses & applications

  • Regulatory compliance: Demonstrate compliance with air quality standards.
  • Permitting: Supports air permit applications for industrial facilities.
  • Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA): Assess air quality impacts for projects.
  • Health risk assessment: Model exposure levels for nearby populations.
  • Urban air quality: Planning and management in complex urban terrain.
  • Emergency planning: Analyze accidental release scenarios.
  • Legal support: Evidence for litigation or regulatory disputes.
  • Pollution control design: Optimise stack heights and controls.
  • Academic research: Model validation and atmospheric studies.
  • Consulting: Site studies, permitting, and technical reports.
Product update: Support for AERMOD Cloud Version 18 ended on 01 Jan 2025. Upgrade to Version 24 (free for perpetual licence holders and active subscribers). For assistance, contact software support.