kilóvattstundum
Kilóvattstundum, often abbreviated as kWh, is a unit of energy. It represents the amount of energy consumed or produced when a power of one kilowatt (kW) is used for a duration of one hour (h). One kilowatt is equal to 1,000 watts. Therefore, one kilowatt-hour is equivalent to 1,000 watt-hours. This unit is commonly used to measure electricity consumption for households and businesses, and it is typically what appears on electricity bills.
To understand it better, imagine a light bulb that uses 100 watts. If this light bulb is
Kilowatt-hours are a practical measure for quantifying energy usage over time. It allows for consistent comparison