Gigawatts to Kilowatts Calculator

Convert power from gigawatts (GW) to kilowatts (kW) with this calculator. Useful for energy conversion and power system calculations.

Input Parameters

Calculation Results

Calculation Results

Kilowatts (kW): 0.00

Calculation Formula

1 GW = 1,000,000 kW

Where:
GW = Gigawatts
kW = Kilowatts

Gigawatts to Kilowatts Calculator Calculator Usage Guide

Learn how to use the Gigawatts to Kilowatts Calculator calculator and its working principles

How to Use the Calculator

  1. Enter the value in Gigawatts (GW) in the input field.
  2. Click the "Calculate" button to convert the value to Kilowatts (kW).
  3. The result will be displayed in the Kilowatts field.
  4. Click "Reset" to clear all input fields and results.

Understanding the Conversion

One gigawatt (GW) is equal to one million kilowatts (kW). This conversion is straightforward multiplication by 1,000,000.

Example

If you have a power plant generating 5 GW of power, you can calculate the equivalent in kilowatts as follows:

5 GW × 1,000,000 = 5,000,000 kW

When to Use This Calculator

  • Energy professionals converting large-scale power measurements.
  • Engineers working on power systems and electrical grids.
  • Researchers studying power consumption and generation.
  • Individuals comparing energy usage across different scales.