1. What is the MW to TWh Formula?

The MW to TWh formula converts power (megawatts) to energy (terawatt-hours) by accounting for the time duration. This is essential in energy production and consumption calculations.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the MW to TWh formula:

Where:

• \( MW \) — Power in megawatts
• \( Hours \) — Time duration in hours
• \( 1,000,000 \) — Conversion factor (1 million watts in a MW and 1 trillion watts in a TW)

Explanation: Power (MW) multiplied by time (hours) gives energy, which is then converted from watt-hours to terawatt-hours.

3. Importance of Energy Conversion

Details: Converting between power and energy units is crucial for energy planning, comparing power plant outputs, and understanding electricity generation over time.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter power in megawatts (MW) and duration in hours. All values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why convert MW to TWh?
A: MW measures instantaneous power, while TWh measures total energy delivered over time - important for energy production and consumption analysis.

Q2: How many TWh is 1000 MW for 24 hours?
A: 1000 MW × 24 hours / 1,000,000 = 0.024 TWh

Q3: What's the difference between MW and MWh?
A: MW is power (rate of energy use), MWh is energy (power × time). 1 MW running for 1 hour = 1 MWh.

Q4: How does this relate to annual energy production?
A: Multiply a power plant's MW capacity by 8760 hours/year and divide by 1 million to get annual TWh.

Q5: What are typical TWh values for countries?
A: Large countries use thousands of TWh annually (e.g., USA ~4000 TWh/year), while small countries may use single-digit TWh.