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This report is one of 17 case studies of energy access projects across Asia-Pacific, published as part of a review Towards an ‘Energy Plus’ Approach for the Poor. By identifying key project characteristics that have helped poor households and communities gain access to energy, case studies derive lessons for future energy access activities. Countries covered include Bhutan, China, Fiji, India, Lao PDR, Nepal, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Timor-Leste and Vanuatu.

This case study documents the Capacity Building for the Rapid Commercialization of Renewable Energy project (CRE) in China. The CRE has promoted widespread adoption of renewable energy technologies by strengthening the capacities of public and private organizations, facilitating and supporting new policy initiatives, developing a regulatory system, and providing technical and co-financing support for high-value commercial pilot projects.