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Short term load forecasting analysis using machine learning method: An SVM based study
Department of Electrical Engineering, Jaipur Engineering College, Kukas, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.
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International Journal of Science and Research Archive, 2024, 13(01), 864–870.
Article DOI: 10.30574/ijsra.2024.13.1.1624
Publication history:
Received on 19 July 2024; revised on 16 September 2024; accepted on 19 September 2024
Abstract:
Short-Term Load Forecasting (STLF) is crucial for effective energy management, enabling utilities to optimize electricity generation, distribution, and pricing strategies. This study explores the application of three machine learning models—Linear Regression (LR), Artificial Neural Networks (ANN), and Support Vector Machines (SVM)—to predict short-term electrical load demand. Each model was trained using historical load data enriched with temporal features to capture daily, seasonal, and other variations in electricity consumption. The SVM model demonstrated strong predictive capability, achieving a Mean Absolute Error (MAE) of 1887.41 MW, Mean Squared Error (MSE) of 6942.36 GW, Root Mean Squared Error (RMSE) of 2634.83 MW, and an R2 score of 91.95%. In comparison, the ANN model showed slightly higher errors, while the LR model had the highest error rates, indicating its limitations in capturing non-linear relationships. The results suggest that SVM and ANN models are more effective than LR for STLF due to their ability to handle non-linear dependencies and high-dimensional data. This study highlights the potential of machine learning techniques in enhancing the accuracy and reliability of load forecasting, ultimately supporting better decision-making in energy management.
Keywords:
Forecasting analysis; Machine learning method; SVM based study
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