Gas appliances have long been a household standard, but concerns about health, safety, and the environment raise the question ...

While shoppers fret about the soaring price of beef and other grocery store items, a new forecast warns that home heating costs for some Americans will soar this winter.

Robert Fortunato's Green Idea House is one of the first net-zero energy case study houses built for less cost than standard construction.

With higher utility bills, a house that produces more energy than it uses may be appealing. In southern California, one such ...

Learn how to get $1,200 through San Francisco cleanpower for heat pump water heater upgrades through load-shifting program ...

Using a boiler or a water heater can make all the difference between heating the home or heating water for a shower.

When faced with the daunting task of purchasing a new car, the choice between buying a gas-powered car or an electric vehicle (EV) can be a complex one. Unless you are motivated by protecting the ...

The Borough of Chambersburg is planning multiple modernization projects for its utility departments. Natural gas, water, and electric departments are all moving to replace existing meters with ...

A new water heater is not just a box and a drop off. When you buy through Lowe’s, a licensed local pro handles delivery, setup, haul away, and code items that keep your home safe. The total you pay ...

Thinking of getting an electric vehicle? The federal government’s $7,500 subsidy expires at the end of September. (Though you might not need a subsidy to make the math work.) E.V.s tend to be pricier ...

Electric resistance heaters were invented in the 1890s, shortly after the lightbulb. A 1914 patent from Edwin Wiegand sheathed the resistor with refractory material and a protective metal tube, ...