Get help calculating what size generator you need. Plus, advice on whether to pay more for an inverter model, or even invest in a whole-home generator.

When you’re in a lurch with no electricity for your home or camp, having a portable generator to get things running is a godsend. These powerful machines are lifesavers after storms knock off ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Whether it’s a hurricane, an ice storm, or even a wildfire, power outages seem to be happening more often and in more places. Maybe you’re thinking about buying a generator to keep ...

The most common use and need for portable generators is for backup power. With the number of natural disasters trending up ...

The right time to get a portable generator is before you need one. With colder, stormier months ahead, these devices can provide backup power to everything from small appliances to medical devices, ...

Purdue scientists build eco-friendly generator for military; device is fueled by waste, including paper, plastic, cardboard and food. Photo: Trash transformer Martin LaMonica is a senior writer ...

Both portable power stations and uninterruptible power supplies can give backup power to your most important devices -- but you'll want to make sure you have the right one for the job. There are all ...