A generator should stand away from doors, windows, and vents, and renters and homeowners should install carbon monoxide ...

The Jackery Solar Generator 2000 Plus portable power station was designed with expansion capabilities in mind, all while remaining impressively quiet during operation. Portable power stations are ...

I'm in Tampa on my 5th day without power. I have a rechargeable battery and solar panels that meets my family's basic needs. I want to expand our offline power to increase our comfort the next time a ...

Many homeowners are surprised to learn that most solar systems stop working during an outage — even on sunny days. That’s why many people add a backup generator (or solar batteries) to make sure their ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Blistering heat alongside turbulent weather can wreak havoc on the power grid, cutting off electricity to ...

As part of my years of reviewing home security tech, I've noted the best devices that work off-grid, so you don't need the internet or a connection to a larger electrical grid to use them. That ...

Jackery has introduced the Solar Generator 1000, an all-in-one kit with solar modules and a battery bank. The battery bank can be charged in 1.8 hours via four 200 W SolarSaga panels, or via a wall ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Whether you're camping, tailgating, or hosting a backyard barbecue, having reliable power is likely high ...

Solar is no longer just a way to trim your utility bill; for many homeowners it is a serious contender to keep the lights on when the grid goes dark. Whether panels can truly stand in for a gas or ...

"People dream of living off grid, but it's a nightmare," she says. She wants to stay in a house she loves but worries about ...