Convert Kilocalorie to Kilowatt-hour

One kcal equals 0.001162222222 kWh. This converter allows you to easily convert between Kilocalorie and Kilowatt-hour in real time.

Formula

kcal × 0.001162222222 = kWh

Example: 1 kcal = 0.001162222222 kWh

What is Kilocalorie?

The kilocalorie equals 1,000 thermochemical calories and is the standard unit for food energy labeling in Japan, the United States, and many other countries. It is often written as "Cal" (with a capital C) or simply called a "Calorie" on food packages. A bowl of rice (150 grams) contains about 235 kcal, a slice of bread about 160 kcal, and 30 minutes of walking burns roughly 100 kcal.

What is Kilowatt-hour?

The kilowatt-hour equals 1,000 watt-hours and is the standard billing unit for household electricity. An average Japanese household uses about 300 kWh per month, and electricity costs roughly 25 to 40 yen per kWh. Electric vehicle batteries range from about 40 to 100 kWh, providing approximately 6 to 8 km of range per kWh. Solar panel output is also measured in kWh.