This guide explains how to convert energy usage from kilowatt-hours per year (kWh/year) to watts (W). This conversion is useful in energy management, particularly for understanding power consumption over a year.

1 kilowatt-hour per year (kWh/year) is equivalent to 0.11408 watts (W). This conversion helps break down annual energy consumption into a consistent, continuous power measurement in watts.

The formula to convert kilowatt-hours per year (kWh/year) to watts (W) is:

Watts (W) = (kWh/year × 1000) ÷ (365 × 24)

For example, if an appliance consumes 2000 kWh per year, the equivalent power consumption in watts would be:

Watts = (2000 kWh/year × 1000) ÷ (365 × 24) = 228.31 W

To convert kilowatt-hours per year to watts, follow these steps:

1. Multiply the number of kilowatt-hours per year by 1000 to convert kWh to watt-hours.
2. Divide the result by the number of hours in a year (365 × 24 = 8,760 hours).
3. The result is the average power consumption in watts.

Formula: Watts (W) = (kWh/year × 1000) ÷ 8,760

Let’s convert 5000 kilowatt-hours per year to watts:

Watts = (5000 kWh/year × 1000) ÷ 8,760 = 570.92 W

Therefore, 5000 kilowatt-hours per year is equal to approximately 570.92 watts.

• Energy Efficiency: Analyze the power consumption of devices and appliances on a continuous basis.
• Power Management: Understand the average power usage for better energy planning and budgeting.
• Home and Industrial Use: Monitor and compare the energy consumption of different systems over time.