The paper has only been marginally improved since the original version. A simple model-observation comparison is now included, suggesting the simulated ozone is probably in the ballpark. However, my other concern, that how realistic is new emission inventory is, hasn’t been addressed. Why not include a comparison for ozone precursors in the Figure S2 to address this? For almost any environment, if NOx emission is reduced by 60% or 89% in the model, simulated ozone levels will be for sure reduced dramatically. So, it is important to know if the new developed emission inventory/scenario can really reflect the real world. Again, this is the fundamental to justify this study. |