Energy Converter

Convert between chemical, electrical and physical energy units.

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Formula

kWh = MJ × 0.2777777778

Example

Example: convert 500 megajoules to kilowatt-hours.

500 MJ = 138.88888889 kWh

Conversion table

megajoules (MJ) kilowatt-hours (kWh)
1 MJ 0.27777778 kWh
2 MJ 0.55555556 kWh
5 MJ 1.38888889 kWh
10 MJ 2.77777778 kWh
20 MJ 5.55555556 kWh
50 MJ 13.88888889 kWh
100 MJ 27.77777778 kWh

Explanation

These are both units.

How to convert megajoules to kilowatt-hours

  1. Start with the value in megajoules (MJ).
  2. Multiply it by 0.2777777778.
  3. The result is the measurement in kilowatt-hours (kWh).

Example: 500 MJ → 138.88888889 kWh

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you convert joules to calories?

Divide joules by 4.184 to get calories.

How many joules are in 1 kWh?

1 kilowatt-hour equals 3.6 million joules.

How do you convert calories to joules?

Multiply calories by 4.184 to get joules.

What energy units can I convert here?

This converter supports joules, kilojoules, watt-hours, kilowatt-hours, calories, kilocalories, BTU, electronvolts, and more.

What is a kilowatt-hour?

A kilowatt-hour is a unit of energy commonly used for electricity usage and billing.

How many calories are in 100 joules?

100 joules equal about 23.9 small calories.

Can I convert BTU and kWh here?

Yes. This converter supports both BTU and kilowatt-hours.

Is energy conversion useful for electricity and heating?

Yes. Energy conversion is useful for power usage, food energy, physics, and heating systems.

What’s the difference between a calorie and a Calorie?

A small calorie (cal) is used in physics. A food Calorie (Cal) is a kilocalorie: 1 Cal = 1 kcal = 4,184 J.

How many BTU are in 1 kWh?

1 kWh equals about 3,412.14 BTU (IT).