Blackouts happen, and generators can make them a lot less awful. But what kind of generator do you need, and how powerful does it have to be? Here’s how to tell.

Power outages cost U.S. businesses $150 billion annually, disrupting operations, damaging equipment, and causing lost revenue. For homeowners, outages can mean spoiled food, unsafe conditions, and ...

Extreme cold is hitting, here's how to safely hook up a generator to your house before you lose power.

Electric vehicles have the unique ability to act as backup generators with the right vehicle and home software and hardware.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." The power just went out—again. As you dig around for candles and wonder whether your laptop is fully ...

Dear Jim: There have been some power outages, so I am considering getting a backup generator. What are the best types to get to take care of the entire house? Can I run it continuously to lower my ...

More people want a backup, portable generator to have on hand for emergency situations. An alternative source of power can help a household stay put when faraway wildfire or smoke has caused high ...

Texas data centers and other large energy consumers were ordered to activate backup generators as Winter Storm Fern ...

The US government issued an emergency order on Sunday (25 January) allowing Texas’ regional transmission operator (RTO), the ...

The generators are required by a Texas law passed in 2021 after winter storms caused prolonged outages to power and water ...