BTU to Kilowatt-hours converter (BTU to kWh)
Convert BTU (BTU) to Kilowatt-hours (kWh) with this free calculator. Type a value, press Convert, and the page applies the same factor shown in the formula below — no rounded shortcut, and nothing is stored on a server.
How to convert BTU to Kilowatt-hours
1 BTU is equal to 0.000293071 kilowatt-hours (kWh).
E(kWh) = E(BTU) × 0.000293071
Multiply BTU by 0.000293071:
Example: Convert 3412 BTU to kWh:
E(kWh) = 3412 × 0.000293071 = 1 kWh
What is a BTU?
The BTU (BTU) is the starting or target unit on this page. Use the calculator above to convert values without looking up the factor by hand.
What is a Kilowatt-hours?
The Kilowatt-hours (kWh) is the starting or target unit on this page. Use the calculator above to convert values without looking up the factor by hand.
This page converts energy from BTU into Kilowatt-hours. One BTU equals 0.000293071 kWh.
BTU to Kilowatt-hours conversion table
Common BTU values and the matching kWh result, calculated with the same factor as the widget. Highlight a nearby row if you want a quick check without entering a number.
| BTU (BTU) | Kilowatt-hours (kWh) |
|---|---|
| 0 BTU | 0 kWh |
| 100 BTU | 0.0293071 kWh |
| 500 BTU | 0.1465355 kWh |
| 1000 BTU | 0.293071 kWh |
| 5000 BTU | 1.465355 kWh |
| 10000 BTU | 2.93071 kWh |
How this calculator works
The form on this page is a BTU-to-Kilowatt-hours converter. After you enter a number, JavaScript multiplies or rearranges it with the published conversion factor and writes the kWh result in the output box. The step-by-step panel repeats the arithmetic so you can copy it into homework or a spreadsheet.
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FAQ
How many kWh are in 1 BTU?
1 BTU = 0.000293071 kWh.
How do I convert BTU to Kilowatt-hours?
Multiply BTU by 0.000293071:
Is this BTU to kWh converter free?
Yes. GigaTables calculators are free to use in a browser. You do not need an account, and the values you type are not uploaded.