Backup Boost Knowledge Sharing Final Report

This final report details the outcomes of the Backup Boost trial conducted by Enel X in partnership with the South Australian Government. It highlights the activation of 19.2 MW of demand response capacity through backup generators and battery energy storage systems (BESS) at nine sites. The report discusses the financial benefits, technical challenges, and key lessons learned, emphasizing the importance of firm revenue access for incentivizing demand response participation.