Discovering Futuristic Pollution Patterns Using Forecasting and Pattern Mining
摘要
This chapter presents a framework for forecasting air pollution levels and uncovering hidden patterns using machine learning and frequent pattern mining. We analyze over five years of hourly \(PM_{2.5}\) data from Japan’s Atmospheric Environmental Regional Observation System (AEROS). The dataset undergoes preprocessing, including handling missing values and normalizing sensor data. A long short-term memory (LSTM) model predicts future pollution levels across sensors. The forecasted data is then transformed into a transactional database, where hazardous pollution levels are identified using a predefined threshold value. The FP-growth algorithm is applied to extract recurring pollution patterns, highlighting critical pollution hotspots. These insights help policymakers develop effective pollution mitigation strategies.