Abstract

This paper proposes a novel approach for solar power forecasting using an Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System (ANFIS) enhanced with Whale Swarm Optimization (WSO). The synergy between ANFIS and WSO aims to overcome the limitations of traditional forecasting models by controlling the collective intelligence of a whale-inspired swarm algorithm. The WSO optimizes the parameters of the ANFIS, leading to improved accuracy in solar power predictions. The integration of WSO introduces a parallelism and exploration-exploitation balance inspired by the natural behaviors of whales, enhancing the ANFIS model’s adaptability to dynamic solar power generation patterns. The experimental results demonstrate the superiority of the proposed Whale Swarm-based ANFIS over conventional methods, showcasing its ability to handle non-linear and complex relationships in solar power data. This research contributes to the field of renewable energy forecasting by presenting an innovative hybrid model that leverages the strengths of both ANFIS and WSO for more reliable and precise solar power predictions.