Using a generator in the aftermath of a storm can be deadly if it isn't done right. Here's how to use them safely.

Solar panels can only generate electricity; they can’t store it, so you must pair them with a stand-alone battery bank or a power station. For home emergency power (for a few hours of power), we ...

When the power goes out, a generator can be a lifesaver, keeping your fridge cold, your lights on, and essential devices running. But as helpful as generators are, using them the wrong way can be ...

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Solar panels are a hot topic as a potential replacement for traditional power sources, but could you use them to replace your home generator?

The Harbor Freight 5000W Predator is an inverter generator, so it's quieter and more efficient than conventional models, but ...

From the coastal storms battering the Maritimes to the extreme cold in the Prairies and the growing wildfire threats in the ...

Both inverter and standard generators run on fossil fuels and emit carbon monoxide (CO) fumes in their exhaust and must be ...