Hybrid CNN-LSTM Model for Energy Consumption Prediction Using Fourier Transform Features in Renewable Energy Communities
摘要
Accurate energy consumption forecasting is essential for optimizing energy management in smart grids. Traditional models often fail to capture both short-term fluctuations and long-term dependencies. To address this, we propose a hybrid CNN-LSTM model enhanced with Fourier Transform features. CNNs extract local patterns, LSTMs model temporal dependencies, and Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) incorporates frequency-domain insights to improve trend recognition. Evaluated on real-world StoreNet energy data, the proposed model outperforms baseline LSTM and traditional forecasting methods. It achieves lower Mean Squared Error (MSE) and Mean Absolute Error (MAE) while increasing the R \(^2\) score, demonstrating superior predictive accuracy. Additionally, a 5.04% SMAPE reduction highlights improved robustness. By integrating deep learning with spectral analysis, this approach provides a more accurate and stable solution for energy forecasting, supporting smart grid optimization and demand-side management.