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Gigawatt to Watt

Convert measurements between Gigawatt and Watt.

Common conversions

100000GW = 1.00e+14 W
500000GW = 5.00e+14 W
1000000GW = 1.00e+15 W
2400000GW = 2.40e+15 W
3200000GW = 3.20e+15 W
5500000GW = 5.50e+15 W

Conversion information

1 Gigawatt = 1.0000e+9 Watt

One billion watts, used in large power plants.
SI unit of power, equals one joule per second.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many watts are in a gigawatt?
One gigawatt equals 1,000,000,000 watts.
Where is the gigawatt used?
It is used to measure the power of large power plants and national grids.
What is a watt?
It is the basic unit of power in the International System, equal to one joule per second.
Where is the watt used?
It is used to measure electrical and mechanical power in devices and systems.