The Renewables Readiness Assessment is a comprehensive tool for assessing the suitability of conditions in different countries for the development and deployment of renewable energy, along with the actions required to improve those conditions. Designed and refined by International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) in 2011, the RRA is a country-initiated process that identifies short- and medium-term actions for the rapid up-scaling of renewables.

The assessment process encompasses five main themes: national energy policy and strategy; institutions and markets; resources and technologies; the establishment of a business model; and the capacity needed to scale-up renewables. The ultimate goals of the RRA process are to inspire new initiatives, refine policies and regulations to establish an enabling environment, and identify capacity-building measures and requirements.