Gigawatt

A Gigawatt (GW) is a unit of measurement for electrical power, equivalent to one billion watts (W). In photovoltaics, this unit is commonly used to indicate the total power of large solar parks.

Why Gigawatt in Photovoltaics?

• Large Systems: The power of individual solar modules is relatively low. To generate the enormous amounts of energy needed to supply the electricity demands of entire cities or regions, numerous modules are combined into large solar parks.
• Manageability: By expressing the total power in gigawatts, the capacity of a solar park can be quickly and easily compared with other large energy generation facilities.

Gigawatt in Context:

• Solar Parks: The power of a large solar park is typically expressed in gigawatts. A solar park with a capacity of 1 GW can theoretically supply power to one million households.
• Energy Transition: The energy transition focuses on expanding renewable energy, particularly photovoltaics. Gigawatt solar parks play a crucial role in increasing the share of electricity from renewable sources.

Relevant Keywords: Photovoltaics, Solar Park, Renewable Energies, Energy Transition, Power