Ozone is the air pollutant of the largest concern to plants in most parts of the world due to the rising global background and regional peak concentrations.
Climate change factors favour ozone formation and ozone effects on vegetation increase plant predisposition to climatic stressors.
In order to maintain plants health and promote terrestrial ecosystem function and service, it is vital to understand how the terrestrial plants respond to rising ozone under changing environmental factors.
This conference is aimed at summarizing the state of the art of ozone research, suggesting the best approach for monitoring, modelling and mitigating ozone impacts on terrestrial ecosystems and developing international collaboration for research and protection.