Kilowatt-hour to Joule Converter
Kilowatt-hour Definition
A unit of energy equal to one kilowatt of power sustained for one hour.
History/Origin
Commonly used as a billing unit for electrical energy delivered to consumers.
Current Use
The primary unit for measuring household electricity consumption.
Joule Definition
SI derived unit of energy.
History/Origin
Named after James Prescott Joule.
Current Use
Standard unit of energy in scientific contexts.