How you can save on utility bills, cut your household's carbon footprint and be more comfortable in your home with an energy audit. Alexandra Jones is a CNET contributor who writes about food, farming ...

So when you see advertisements touting "free solar panels," it certainly sounds too good to be true. Any homeowner weighing the decision to invest in a major project like rooftop solar would be ...

Here’s some good news: Thanks to improvements like more efficient appliances and lighting, we’re using less energy at home than we did 15 years ago, according to the U.S. Energy Information ...

In her eight years as a content writer and researcher, Alison has published more than 450 home improvement articles and has delved into nearly every topic, including solar, moving and landscaping. In ...

Energy-efficient upgrades can not only shrink your utility bill; they can increase the value of your home. Homebuyers are becoming increasingly aware of the benefits of energy-efficient homes. In fact ...

CHARLOTTE — As a working mother of three, Crystal Marie McDaniels says running her house takes a lot of energy, from her and her appliances. “Lights are running,” she said. “Laundry’s always going on.

Thousands of dollars in potential tax savings are available — but only through the end of the year. By Rachel Wharton The Inflation Reduction Act made home-renovation history in 2022 by expanding tax ...

IN THE AC IF YOU CAN. ABSOLUTELY. AND ONE OF THE THINGS THAT I LOVE TO DO IS GOING INSIDE TO THE AC AFTER A HOT DAY OUTSIDE. IT FEELS SO GOOD. BUT TURNING THE AC DOWN TO LOW CAN ACTUALLY COST YOU.

With summer quickly approaching, it also means our energy bills are likely to rise as we crank up our AC systems to keep cool. But wasting electricity at home is an easy trap to fall into, especially ...

Polestar launches V2H, blackout backup, and smart charging for Polestar 3, letting car owners slash energy costs and power their homes.