Competition

Applicants will earn the EAE- Bronze Proficiency Badge if their submission meets the following criteria:

1.    Completed an intermediate-level in-person training course for EAE (e.g., EMP summer school or equivalent regional or in-country training, master's level course equivalent to 7.5 ECTS)

2.    Configured each dataset correctly in the backend so that they can be displayed without error in the frontend of an EAE geography

3.    Submitted a project report or modelling case study demonstrating the application of learned skills

Evidence required:

•    Upload evidence of attending an in-person training course or master's module / course i.e. certificate of completion/graduation.

•    Share a link from the EAE platform with the analysis conducted that consists of the selected layers and filters applied on each layer (using the "Share analysis" function in EAE)

•    Provide links to materials produced from the course i.e. publication, project report, posters, policy briefs, assessments, blogs etc (including from Zenodo or other sites)

Applicants will earn the EAE- Silver Proficiency Badge if their submission meets the following criteria:

1.    Understand and apply the basic principles of integrated and inclusive energy planning

2.    Pre-process and integrate several geospatial datasets in the backend of EAE

3.    Implement advanced dataset configurations and troubleshooting in the backend of EAE

4.    Conduct a complex multi-criteria analysis for several scenarios and interpret their policy implications

5.    Prepare a detailed data governance and sustainability plan for an EAE geography

Applicant needs to provide evidence of the following activities:

• 1 year of work/project experience with EAE, Or MSc thesis/ peer-reviewed paper/ or published project output using EAE

Evidence required:

Submit one of the following:

·         A completed Master's thesis using EAE

·         A published peer-reviewed paper (as 1st or 2nd author) using EAE

·         A published report (or project output) using EAE

AND a letter of reference from EITHER an academic OR project supervisor (Must highlight 2 years’ experience)

Applicants will earn the EAE - Gold Proficiency Badge if their submission meets the following criteria:

1.     Understand and apply the basic principles of integrated and inclusive energy planning

2.     Pre-process and integrate multiple geospatial datasets in the backend of EAE

3.     Implement advanced datasets configurations and troubleshooting in the backend of EAE

4.     Conduct a complex multi-criteria analysis for multiple scenarios and interpret their policy implications

5.     Prepare a detailed data governance and sustainability plan for an EAE geography

Applicant needs to provide evidence of the following activities:

• 2 years of work/project experience with EAE, Or PhD plus 1 year project experience.

• Demonstrate at least two of the following skills

• Create innovative improvements and critical assessments of relevant geospatial modelling techniques and methodologies

• Manage and develop highly complex geospatial energy models that can solve critical real-world problems

• Apply advanced coding and debugging skills to resolve intricate modelling challenges

• Translate complex modelling results into actionable policy recommendations for senior decision-makers

Evidence required:

Submit one of the following:

• A CV demonstrating the required experience

• Provide links to 2 peer-reviewed academic publications or policy papers, as lead author, showcasing at least two of the above skills 

• OR Documentation of a conference presentation demonstrating 1 of the above skills and a peer-reviewed academic publication or policy paper, as lead author, demonstrating one of the above skills.

Intended Learning Objectives:

Upon achieving the Lead Instructor Badge, holders should be able to - 

• Design and lead comprehensive, multi-level training programs in Energy Access Explorer 

• Develop advanced training materials and exercises that address real-world challenges 

• Evaluate and assess learners' modelling competencies across various skill levels 

• Adapt training programs to suit diverse cultural and professional contexts 

• Mentor Associate Instructors and support their professional development 

• Integrate cutting-edge developments in energy modelling into training curricula 

• Integrate ethical and cultural considerations into modelling instruction 

Applicant needs to complete these activities: 

• Hold at least a Silver proficiency badge in EAE 

• Independently leading a full training program 

• Create new training materials 

Evidence required:

• Submit a detailed teaching portfolio showcasing designed training programs and materials

• Upload a CV outlining the relevant teaching experience in Energy Access Explorer

• Letter or evaluation form completed by the EMC lead instructor or course manager (No need to submit this for Inaugural badges)

This advanced teaching certification recognises expertise in designing and delivering comprehensive EAE training programs. It validates the ability to create sophisticated training materials, mentor other instructors, and adapt training programs to diverse learning contexts. The qualification ensures instructors can lead complex training initiatives while advancing energy modelling education methodology.

Applicants will earn the EAE – Lead Trainer Badge if their submission meets the following criteria:

1. Hold at least a Silver proficiency badge in EAE

2. Demonstrate previous experience as an Associate Instructor

3. Design and lead a full training program independently

4. Develop comprehensive course materials

5. Receive endorsement from another Lead Instructor – who has observed at least one component of training program – and EMC Track Lead (‘course manager’)

Applicant needs to provide evidence of the following activities:

• Successful delivery of a comprehensive training program equivalent to EMPs or master's level module with 7.5 ECTS 

• EMC track lead instructor or course manager evaluation

• Strategy for adapting training to different contexts and learner groups

Evidence required:

• Submit a detailed teaching portfolio showcasing designed training programs and materials

• Upload a CV outlining the relevant teaching experience in Energy Access Explorer

• Letter or evaluation form completed by the EMC lead instructor or course manager (No need to submit this for Inaugural badges)