When you're trying to lower your utility bills, you might be tempted to reach for the thermostat. That's a good instinct. Setting your thermostat strategically can help reduce your heating or cooling ...

Electric HVAC systems can help you keep your home comfortable using a fraction of the energy. We spoke to experts to find out just how efficient they are. Mike De Socio is a CNET contributor who ...

Heat pumps give home values a boost, according to a new report by the nonprofit Smart Energy Consumer Collaborative, which ...

If you want to ditch your gas furnace and heat your home more cleanly and efficiently, you need to scale up one of your kitchen appliances. The first option is “electric resistance heating,” better ...

A common refrain is that they’re only effective in mild climates. We put that idea to the test. Credit...Photo illustration by The New York Times; Shutterstock Supported by By Sofia Quaglia Heat pumps ...

Heat pump adoption has more than doubled in recent years. Modern systems deliver quieter, smoother whole-home comfort. Geothermal offers stable comfort with lower long-term bills. Remember the last ...

Almost everyone’s power bills are going up, but if your home still relies on old-school electric resistance heat or a conventional electric water heater, you’re likely feeling it even more. A new ...

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Mostly discussed as a low-carbon alternative to a gas boiler, here’s what heat pumps can and can’t do during warm weather ...

What I learned about what to buy, how to save and what to avoid before plugging in a heat pump water heater. In December, I became the proud parent of a new heat pump water heater. Contractors showed ...