While the overall needs are eye-popping, a portion of Wednesday’s review by the Senate Appropriations Committee on Civil and Criminal Justice focused on a smaller component: $582 million to install ...

Heatwaves all over the world are becoming longer and more intense and the need for cooling is rising fast, putting strain not just on power bills but on electricity grids and the planet. With 2024 the ...

This ain't no installation tech feature (though we may get to that in the near future), but it's more an overview of air conditioning systems, how they work, why they sometimes don't work, and how to ...

Have you noticed a spike in your electric bill? It could be your AC. Check out these tips for lowering your energy use while still keeping your home cool. Alexandra Jones is a CNET contributor who ...

Most of us blast the AC without thinking twice when summer arrives. It feels like a simple solution to an uncomfortable ...

As heat surges around the country — bringing temperatures well above 100 degrees Fahrenheit, brutal humidity, and crippled emergency responses — workable air conditioning can serve as the line between ...

Installing cooling is surprisingly easy with a mini-split system. Here, we'll show you how to do it yourself.

Compare plans tailored to your home & budget. Broken or malfunctioning air conditioners can cause severe discomfort, especially in the heat of the summer. And some repairs may not be feasible or even ...

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This past July was the hottest recorded month in human history. Heat waves smashed temperature records worldwide and even brought summer temperatures to Chile and Argentina during the Southern ...

Does setting my thermostat to 78 degrees actually save me money? Setting your thermostat to 78 degrees during hot weather is a smart way to save money, according to Deione Brown, owner of Capital City ...

Choosing an air conditioner sounds like it should be easy, but when you start researching different types of units, along with their various specs and installation methods, it can spiral into an ...