The purpose of this report is to provide an understanding of what factors are required in order to reach renewable energy targets at the national level. The report is based on lessons learned from experience in renewable energy policy­making in seven countries. Case studies were conducted for China, India, Germany, Morocco, Philippines, South Africa and Spain. The report allows the reader to better answer the question: Which policy, institutional and capacity (human and technical) qualities and factors have enabled countries to achieve ambitious renewable energy targets?