When extreme weather, power surges, or grid-wide maintenance cuts you off, having a backup generator can be a lifesaver, providing essential power for heating, lighting, and cooking. I'm a master ...

Solar panels can only generate electricity; they can’t store it, so you must pair them with a stand-alone battery bank or a power station. For home emergency power (for a few hours of power), we ...

Propane generators are especially reliable backups in rural areas when the power goes out, but how much power can you ...

Versatility: Portable generators work well for a wider variety of tasks than a dedicated standby generator. In addition to ...

After Tropical Storm Helene brought strong winds and heavy rain around the Palmetto States, many South Carolinians are without power. According to the United States Power Outage Map, an ongoing ...

Mike De Socio is a CNET contributor who writes about energy, personal finance, electric vehicles and climate change. He's also the author of the nonfiction book, "Morally Straight: How the Fight for ...

Taking a trip in an RV or camper van is a popular choice for many people looking to escape the city. But without the right camping equipment, your trip can quickly turn stressful. Generators are an ...