Hybrid energy system based on renewable energy is an important way to solve current energy and environmental problems. However, its achievable benefits need to be realized through an integrated optimization that considers optimization objectives, optimization models, and optimization algorithms. In this paper, the integrated structure and configuration optimization techniques of the hybrid energy system based on renewable energy (RE-HES) is summarized. The performance indicators, system characteristics, model construction, and solutions of RE-HES optimized configuration are comprehensively reviewed. Current review highlights the diversification of performance evaluation index, consideration of uncertainty and dynamic properties, superstructure approaches and intelligent algorithms.