A combination approach for optimization operation of multi-objective cascade reservoir systems (Case study: Karun reservoirs)

Multi-reservoir systems that have diverse and conflicting objectives are challenging to design due to their uncertainties, non-linearities, dimensions and conflicts. The operation of multi-reservoir systems is crucial to increasing hydropower production. In this study, we have investigated the application and effectiveness of the new optimization algorithm MOAHA in multi-objective cascade reservoirs with conflicting objectives, and it has been investigated on a case-by-case basis on Karun cascade reservoirs (Karun 3, Karun 1, Masjed Soleyman and Gotvand). The suggested method (MOAHA) output with other optimization algorithms, MOALO, MOGWO and NSGA-II, were compared and evaluation criteria were used to select the best performance. Additionally, we employed the powerful TOPSIS method to determine the most suitable algorithm. The considered restrictions have also been observed. The results indicate that MOAHA's proposed method is better than the compared algorithms in solving optimal reservoir utilization problems in multi-reservoir water resource systems. The reduction of evaporation (losses) from the tank surface by 9% is accompanied by a 15% increase in hydropower energy production. MOAHA, scoring 0.90, is deemed the best algorithm in this study, whereas MOGWO, with a score of 0.10, is regarded as the least effective algorithm.