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Efficient Distributed Generation (DG) allocation in distribution systems hinges on streamlined optimization algorithms that handle complex energy operations, support real-time decisions, adapt to dynamics, and improve system performance, considering cost and power quality. This paper proposes the Simulated-Annealing-Quasi-Oppositional-Teaching-Learning-Based Optimization Algorithm to efficiently allocate DGs within a distribution test system. The study focuses on wind turbines, photovoltaic units, and fuel cells as prominent DG due to their growing usage trends. The optimization goals include minimizing voltage losses, reducing costs, and mitigating greenhouse gas emissions in the distribution system. The proposed algorithm is implemented and evaluated on the IEEE 70-bus test system, with a comparative analysis conducted against other evolutionary methods such as Genetic Algorithm (GA), Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO), Honey Bee Mating Optimization (HBMO), and Teaching-Learning-Based Optimization (TLBO) algorithms. Results indicate that the proposed algorithm is effective in allocating the DGs. Statistical testing confirms significant results (probability &lt; 0.1), indicating superior optimization capabilities for this specific problem. 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