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BTU/stoGW

Convert British thermal units per second (BTU/s) to gigawatts (GW).

Factor1 BTU/s = 1.055056e-6 GW

Converter

BTU/s

Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7

Result
1.05506GW

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
GW = BTU/s × 1.055056e-6

Multiply any value in British thermal units per second by 1.055056e-6 to obtain the value in gigawatts.

Worked example

Convert 1.00000e+6 BTU/s to GW.

  1. 01Start with 1.00000e+6 BTU/s.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1.00000e+6 × 1.055056e-6 = 1.05506 GW.
Result1.00000e+6 BTU/s = 1.05506 GW

Conversion table

BTU/sGW
11.0551e-6
22.1101e-6
55.2753e-6
101.0551e-5
202.1101e-5
505.2753e-5
1000.00010551
2000.00021101
5000.00052753
10000.0010551

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from BTU/s to GW?
1 BTU/s equals 1.055056e-6 GW. To convert, multiply the value in British thermal units per second by 1.055056e-6.
How do I convert 1 BTU/s to GW?
1 BTU/s = 1.05506e-6 GW. For any value, multiply by 1.055056e-6.
How do I convert GW back to BTU/s?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 947817.1. So 1 GW = 947817 BTU/s.
When would I need to convert British thermal unit per second to gigawatt?
Power conversions are common when comparing motor ratings (often kW or hp), thermal duty (BTU/hr or kW), and utility consumption in mixed-unit projects.
Is the conversion exact?
The factor shown is precise to at least 7 significant figures. For most process-engineering work this is far better than instrument accuracy. For metrology or trade applications, refer to the relevant national standard (NIST, BIPM, ISO 80000).

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