Upcoming Dates

The next G-res Tool Training course will start on Monday 7 December 2020 (participants are required to attend live streaming sessions on the 7, 9 and 11 December). This course ends on Friday 11 December 2020.

Course participation is limited to 8. Registration is only confirmed upon payment. For more information, please email us at sustainability@hydropower.org.


Course description

This interactive online training course gives participants the basic knowledge of geographic information systems and reservoir GHG dynamics to assess projects using the G-res Tool. This training course is designed for professionals from all backgrounds interested in learning how to apply the G-res Tool.


The course will be delivered as a blend of online and offline engagement. Participants will take part in virtual classrooms where the trainers will deliver live lessons, including group activities and live Q&A sessions. Participants will receive an official certificate from IHA and will be accredited as Certified Users of the G-res Tool.



Course outcomes

  • Increased knowledge on the G-res Tool assessment methodology

    Participants will have a thorough understanding of the history, development and methodology of the G-res Tool

  • Heightened confidence in analysing and interpreting emissions data

    Participants will learn how to obtain, analyse and interpret data related to reservoir GHG emissions from hydropower projects

  • Ability to conduct GHG emissions assessments using the G-res Tool

    Participant will acquire the technical know-how and necessary competences to conduct assessments using the G-res Tool

Course curriculum

    1. Meet your trainers

    2. Course outline and objectives

    3. Pre-training requirements

    4. Opening survey

    1. Training Material Package (for download)

    1. Lesson 1: Live session on the science behind the G-res Tool

    2. Lesson 2: Live session on the G-res Tool model

    3. Extra Material: Model Development

    1. Lesson 3a: Step-by-step tutorial on G-res Tool

    2. Lesson 3b: Step-by-step tutorial on G-res Tool

    3. Lesson 4a: Step-by-step tutorial on Earth Engine Functionality

    4. Lesson 4b: Step-by-step tutorial on Earth Engine Functionality

    5. Lesson 5: Live Q&A session and theory review

    6. Lesson 6: Running the G-res Tool and interpreting results

    1. Lesson 7: Assess your own reservoir (with live feedback)

    2. Lesson 8: Group presentations and validation process

    3. Closing survey

About this course

  • Free
  • 17 lessons
  • 2 hours of video content

Frequently asked questions

  • Is this course right for me?

    This course offers a dynamic and thorough look into GHG emissions assessments from hydropower projects. You will learn how to apply an internationally recognised methodology to calculate the GHG emissions from your reservoirs.

  • Am I right for this course?

    Yes! We encourage applications from professionals with all levels of knowledge and experience.

  • Will I receive a certificate?

    Yes. Participants will receive an official certificate from the International Hydropower Association and will be accredited as Certified Users of the G-res Tool.

  • Will I have to pass an exam?

    There is no exam but you will have to present your assessment results in a group discussion.

  • How much does this course cost?

    The cost of this training is £2,500 per participant. IHA members receive a 10% discount.