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A Comprehensive Review of Behind-the-Meter Distributed Energy Resources Load Forecasting: Models, Challenges, and Emerging Technologies

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  • Aydin Zaboli

    (Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Michigan-Dearborn, Dearborn, MI 48128, USA)

  • Swetha Rani Kasimalla

    (Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Michigan-Dearborn, Dearborn, MI 48128, USA)

  • Kuchan Park

    (Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Michigan-Dearborn, Dearborn, MI 48128, USA)

  • Younggi Hong

    (Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Michigan-Dearborn, Dearborn, MI 48128, USA)

  • Junho Hong

    (Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Michigan-Dearborn, Dearborn, MI 48128, USA)

Abstract

Behind the meter (BTM) distributed energy resources (DERs), such as photovoltaic (PV) systems, battery energy storage systems (BESSs), and electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructures, have experienced significant growth in residential locations. Accurate load forecasting is crucial for the efficient operation and management of these resources. This paper presents a comprehensive survey of the state-of-the-art technologies and models employed in the load forecasting process of BTM DERs in recent years. The review covers a wide range of models, from traditional approaches to machine learning (ML) algorithms, discussing their applicability. A rigorous validation process is essential to ensure the model’s precision and reliability. Cross-validation techniques can be utilized to reduce overfitting risks, while using multiple evaluation metrics offers a comprehensive assessment of the model’s predictive capabilities. Comparing the model’s predictions with real-world data helps identify areas for improvement and further refinement. Additionally, the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) has recently announced its plan to collect electricity consumption data from identified U.S.-based crypto mining companies, which can exhibit abnormal energy consumption patterns due to rapid fluctuations. Hence, some real-world case studies have been presented that focus on irregular energy consumption patterns in residential buildings equipped with BTM DERs. These abnormal activities underscore the importance of implementing robust anomaly detection techniques to identify and address such deviations from typical energy usage profiles. Thus, our proposed framework, presented in residential buildings equipped with BTM DERs, considering smart meters (SMs). Finally, a thorough exploration of potential challenges and emerging models based on artificial intelligence (AI) and large language models (LLMs) is suggested as a promising approach.

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  • Aydin Zaboli & Swetha Rani Kasimalla & Kuchan Park & Younggi Hong & Junho Hong, 2024. "A Comprehensive Review of Behind-the-Meter Distributed Energy Resources Load Forecasting: Models, Challenges, and Emerging Technologies," Energies, MDPI, vol. 17(11), pages 1-27, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jeners:v:17:y:2024:i:11:p:2534-:d:1400904
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