Competitions | OLCreate

Claudia Soeiro under Creative Commons - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 International
0LEVEL
Art/Architecture
Art Contest
This competition is for the best works in Oil, Acrylic, watercolour and draw
Competition1 hr
Copyright: Ashutosh Bhagurkar
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.
Competition1 hr
Copyright: Ashutosh Bhagurkar
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.
Competition1 hr
Copyright: Ashutosh Bhagurkar
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.
Competition1 hr
Copyright: Ashutosh Bhagurkar
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.
Competition1 hr
Copyright: Ashutosh Bhagurkar
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.
Competition1 hr
Copyright: Ashutosh Bhagurkar
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.
Competition1 hr
Copyright: Ashutosh Bhagurkar
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.
Competition1 hr
Copyright: Ashutosh Bhagurkar
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.
Competition1 hr
Copyright: Ashutosh Bhagurkar
3LEVEL
Engineering
NISMOD : Proficiency Badges
The NISMOD (National Infrastructure Systems MODel) Badge recognizes excellence in applying integrated infrastructure modeling to support sustainable national planning and policy design. It honors individuals or organizations leveraging NISMOD to analyze interactions between energy, transport, water, digital, and other critical infrastructure systems. Recipients demonstrate leadership in using data-driven simulations to assess long-term investment needs, resilience, and sustainability outcomes. The badge highlights commitment to evidence-based decision-making, cross-sectoral coordination, and progress toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. It celebrates analytical integration, innovation, and collaboration in advancing resilient and inclusive infrastructure systems.
Competition1 hr
Copyright: Robert Wilson
3LEVEL
Business and money/finance
OBC Freelancer Fund 2026
Welcome to the Open Business Creators Freelancer Fund. 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.
Competition8 hrs
Copyright: Robert Wilson
3LEVEL
Business and money/finance
OBC Startup Fund 2026
Welcome to the Open Business Creators Startup Fund. 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 and existing businesses.
Competition8 hrs