Discover the fundamentals of geospatial energy modelling and learn how to build your own electrification analysis. This course introduces key concepts in integrating spatial data into energy planning, offering insights into global energy resources and their geospatial characteristics. You will gain hands-on experience with the Open Source Spatial Electrification Tool (OnSSET) and essential GIS methods, culminating in the creation of a country-level electrification model using the Global Electrification Platform (GEP).
Not yet available — A Modelling User Interface for OnSSET is under development. This interface will enhance your skills in energy systems modelling with user-friendly features and additional learning materials, enabling comprehensive national-level analysis.
OnSSET has been part of all EMP-G and EMP-A events since 2018, teaching the tool to over 200 analysts worldwide. These sessions build national capacity in developing least-cost electrification pathways and integrating spatial analysis into energy system planning.
Held from April 21–May 9 2025 at the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Held from 13–31 May 2024 at the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) in Accra.
Held from April 11–28 2023 as a hybrid event (online and at the University of Namibia).
Held from 14–31 January 2019 at the University of Cape Town.
Held from 29 January – 2 February 2018 at the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) headquarters.
Held from 12–23 August 2024 at ICTP in Trieste, Italy.
Held from 22 November – 10 December 2021.
These additional capacity building activities have used OnSSET outside the formal EMP series:
