Q: Last year, we endured a power outage that lasted for days. After that experience, we decided to buy a generator, but we’re just not sure what to buy. How big of a generator do I need to power my ...

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 ...

Stumped on What Size Generator You Need? Here's Expert Advice on How to Figure It Out. Start by making a list of the devices and appliances you need to power and add up the number of watts it takes to ...

Mike De Socio is a CNET contributor who writes about energy, personal finance, electric vehicles and climate change. He's also the author of the nonfiction book, "Morally Straight: How the Fight for ...

When the power goes off, whether it’s because of a hurricane or heat stress on the power grid or just one downed tree, a generator can be a lifesaver. If your TV won’t turn on when "The Bachelorette" ...