Joules to Gigajoules
1 J = 1 × 10⁻⁹ GJ. Edit either value to convert instantly.
Conversion formula
GJ = J × (1) × (1 × 10⁻⁹)1 J = 1 × 10⁻⁹ GJ
joule (J)
One joule is the work done by a force of 1 newton moving an object 1 meter along the force: 1 J = 1 N·m.
Source: BIPM, The International System of Units (SI), 9th edition
gigajoule (GJ)
Gigajoule is a unit of energy: 1 GJ = 1 × 10⁹ J.
Source: BIPM, The International System of Units (SI), 9th edition
Conversion table
| J | GJ |
|---|---|
| = 1 × 10⁻⁹ | |
| = 2 × 10⁻⁹ | |
| = 5 × 10⁻⁹ | |
| = 1 × 10⁻⁸ | |
| = 1.5 × 10⁻⁸ | |
| = 2 × 10⁻⁸ | |
| = 2.5 × 10⁻⁸ | |
| = 3 × 10⁻⁸ | |
| = 4 × 10⁻⁸ | |
| = 4.5 × 10⁻⁸ |
| J | GJ |
|---|---|
| = 5 × 10⁻⁸ | |
| = 6 × 10⁻⁸ | |
| = 7 × 10⁻⁸ | |
| = 8 × 10⁻⁸ | |
| = 9 × 10⁻⁸ | |
| = 1 × 10⁻⁷ | |
| = 1.5 × 10⁻⁷ | |
| = 1.6 × 10⁻⁷ | |
| = 1.7 × 10⁻⁷ | |
| = 1.8 × 10⁻⁷ |
Frequently asked questions
How many gigajoules are in 1 joule?
1 J = 1 × 10⁻⁹ GJ. GJ = J × (1) × (1 × 10⁻⁹)
How do I convert J to GJ?
GJ = J × (1) × (1 × 10⁻⁹)
Is 1 joule bigger than 1 gigajoule?
1 J = 1 × 10⁻⁹ GJ.
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