Gigawatt-hour To Kilowatt-second Converter

(GWh to kWs converter)

Convert Gigawatt-hour to Kilowatt-second


Seamlessly Convert GWh to kWs with Precision


(Last Updated On: 2024-05-07)

Embark on a journey of energy conversion with our GWh to kWs converter, designed by Newtum to provide you with quick and accurate conversions. Discover the ease of transforming Gigawatt-hours into Kilowatt-seconds and satisfy your curiosity with our efficient online tool.

What are Gigawatt-hour and Kilowatt-second

Definition of Gigawatt-hour

A Gigawatt-hour (GWh) is a unit of energy representing one billion (10^9) watt-hours. It is commonly used to measure large-scale energy production and consumption, such as the output of power plants or the energy usage of cities. One GWh is equivalent to the amount of energy that would be expended by a one gigawatt generator running continuously for one hour.

Definition of Kilowatt-second

A Kilowatt-second (kWs) is a unit of energy equal to one thousand watts being used for a duration of one second. It is a less common unit than kilowatt-hour but serves as a valuable measure for high-energy processes that occur over very short timescales. One kWs represents a burst of energy that might be seen in industrial applications or high-powered machinery operations.

Gigawatt-hour to Kilowatt-second Conversion Table

Gigawatt-hour (GWh) Kilowatt-second (kWs)
0.0001 GWh 360 kWs
0.001 GWh 3,600 kWs
0.01 GWh 36,000 kWs
0.1 GWh 360,000 kWs
1 GWh 3,600,000 kWs
10 GWh 36,000,000 kWs
100 GWh 360,000,000 kWs
1,000 GWh 3,600,000,000 kWs
10,000 GWh 36,000,000,000 kWs
100,000 GWh 360,000,000,000 kWs

Conversion of Gigawatt-hour to Kilowatt-second

1 GWh = 3,600,000 kWs
1 kWs = 0.00000027778 GWh

Example 1:
Convert 2 GWh to kWs:
2 GWh = 2 × 3,600,000 kWs = 7,200,000 kWs

Example 2:
Convert 0.5 GWh to kWs:
0.5 GWh = 0.5 × 3,600,000 kWs = 1,800,000 kWs

History of Gigawatt-hour and Kilowatt-second

A brief history of energy conversion tools reveals that the need to convert Gigawatt-hours to Kilowatt-seconds arose with the diversification of energy usage and the growth of industries requiring precise energy calculations. Over time, converters became essential for professionals in energy sectors to standardize measurements and simplify the comparison of different energy scales.

How to use Gigawatt-hour to Kilowatt-second Converter

Real Life Applications of Gigawatt-hour to Kilowatt-second

Discover the practicality of the GWh to kWs converter in real-life applications, where precise energy conversions are pivotal for effective planning and analysis.

Solved Examples GWh to kWs

Example 1: To convert 0.3 GWh to kWs:
0.3 GWh = 0.3 × 3,600,000 kWs = 1,080,000 kWs

Example 2: To convert 5 GWh to kWs:
5 GWh = 5 × 3,600,000 kWs = 18,000,000 kWs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a GWh to kWs converter?
It is a tool that converts energy measured in Gigawatt-hours to Kilowatt-seconds.
How accurate is the GWh to kWs conversion?
The conversion is precise, using the standard conversion factor of 1 GWh = 3,600,000 kWs.
Can I convert kWs back to GWh with this converter?
Yes, the converter also allows for the reverse calculation from kWs to GWh.