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  • CLEWs - Associate Instructor Badge
    3LEVEL
    Engineering 

    CLEWs - Associate Instructor Badge

    This certification recognises the ability to effectively support and deliver CLEWs modelling training. It validates capabilities in teaching specific aspects of CLEWs, adapting teaching methods to diverse learners, and providing constructive feedback on modelling exercises. The qualification ensures instructors can effectively communicate complex modelling concepts to novice learners.

  • CLEWs - Bronze Proficiency Badge
    3LEVEL
    Engineering 

    CLEWs - Bronze Proficiency Badge

    This intermediate-level certification recognises practical experience in CLEWs (Climate, Land, Energy and Water systems) modelling with OSeMOSYS. The certification emphasises hands-on experience with developing and debugging national-scale CLEWs modelling systems, scenario analysis, and the ability to begin addressing real-world energy planning challenges.

  • CLEWs - Gold Proficiency Badge
    3LEVEL
    Engineering 

    CLEWs - Gold Proficiency Badge

    This expert-level certification recognizes mastery in CLEWs modelling real-world energy planning challenges. It validates the ability to either develop innovative solutions to complex energy challenges, manage sophisticated modelling projects, and, or effectively translate technical insights into high-level policy recommendations.

  • CLEWs - Lead Instructor Badge
    3LEVEL
    Engineering 

    CLEWs - Lead Instructor Badge

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

  • CLEWs - Silver Proficiency Badge
    0LEVEL
    Engineering 

    CLEWs - Silver Proficiency Badge

    This advanced-level certification validates substantial practical experience in CLEWs modelling with OSeMOSYS. It demonstrates the ability to develop and apply complex models to real-world challenges, effectively communicate results, and adapt modelling approaches to different contexts. The certification emphasises both technical expertise and the ability to derive meaningful policy insights from modelling work.

  • EAE : Proficiency Badges
    2LEVEL
    Engineering 

    EAE : Proficiency Badges

    The Energy Access Explorer Badge recognizes excellence in using the World Resources Institute’s open-source geospatial platform to advance sustainable energy access. It honours individuals or organizations applying data-driven insights to identify and address energy needs in underserved areas. Recipients demonstrate leadership in integrating geospatial analysis, inclusivity, and clean energy planning. The badge highlights commitment to evidence-based decision-making and progress toward SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy. It recognises innovation, transparency, and collaboration in expanding equitable energy access.

  • FINPLAN : Proficiency badges
    2LEVEL
    Engineering 

    FINPLAN : Proficiency badges

    The FINPLAN (Financial Planning Model) Badge recognizes excellence in applying the International Atomic Energy Agency’s financial simulation tool to evaluate and optimize national energy investment strategies. It honors individuals or organizations using FINPLAN to assess the financial performance, costs, and economic implications of energy system development plans. Recipients demonstrate leadership in integrating financial, technical, and policy data to support sustainable, economically viable energy transitions. The badge highlights commitment to evidence-based financial planning, transparency, and progress toward SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy. It celebrates analytical rigor, foresight, and collaboration in advancing sound and sustainable energy financing decisions.

  • MAED : Proficiency Badges
    2LEVEL
    Engineering 

    MAED : Proficiency Badges

    The MAED Excellence Badge recognizes outstanding proficiency in using the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) Model for Analysis of Energy Demand to support sustainable energy planning and policy development. It honors individuals or organizations that apply rigorous, data-driven modeling to assess future energy needs across sectors and scenarios. Recipients demonstrate leadership in integrating socio-economic, technological, and demographic factors into comprehensive energy demand projections. The badge reflects a commitment to evidence-based planning, strategic foresight, and alignment with national development and climate goals. It celebrates analytical excellence, innovation, and collaboration in advancing sustainable and equitable energy systems.

  • OnSSET Proficiency Badges
    2LEVEL
    Engineering 

    OnSSET Proficiency Badges

    The OnSSET (Open Source Spatial Electrification Tool) Badge recognizes excellence in applying open-source geospatial modeling to advance sustainable electrification planning. It honors individuals or organizations leveraging OnSSET to analyze least-cost electrification pathways and design data-driven strategies for achieving universal energy access. Recipients demonstrate leadership in integrating spatial data, energy technologies, and demographic insights to guide investment and policy decisions. The badge highlights commitment to evidence-based planning, transparency, and progress toward SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy. It celebrates innovation, inclusivity, and collaboration in expanding equitable and sustainable electricity access.

  • Open Business Creators Fund 2024
    3LEVEL
    Business and money/finance 

    Open Business Creators Fund 2024

    Welcome to the 2024 Student Entrepreneurship Competition. The competition will help students and recent graduates take their business ideas forward by securing cash prizes to invest in their ventures.

  • Open Business Creators Fund for Disabled Entrepreneurs
    3LEVEL
    Business and money/finance 

    Open Business Creators Fund for Disabled Entrepreneurs

    Welcome to the Open Business Creators Fund for Disabled Entrepreneurs. This funding opportunity will enable applicants to take their plans forward through using tools to validate their ideas and by providing support and grant funding to pursue their ideas.

  • Open Business Creators Fund for Women in Business
    3LEVEL
    Business and money/finance 

    Open Business Creators Fund for Women in Business

    Welcome to the Open Business Creators Fund for Women in Entrepreneurship powered by NatWest. This funding opportunity will enable applicants to take their plans forward through using tools to validate their ideas and by providing support and grant funding to pursue their ideas.

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