The average home uses around 908 kWh of electricity each month, with more consumption in the warmer months. Of that consumption, heating and cooling alone comprise about 300 kWh. When the average ...

Willis Haviland Carrier designed and launched the first-ever air conditioning system in July 1902. For its time, it was an absolutely revolutionary innovation in technology that fundamentally changed ...

Xiaomi has launched another smart home product, this time a detachable socket for the home’s a home air conditioning system. The socket comes with a smart gateway as well as infrared remote control ...

During the summer months, air conditioners are in high demand (Select readers have been increasingly drawn to portable ACs as of late) — and especially now as many parts of the country are facing heat ...

If you would like to upgrade your home air-conditioning system to be a little smarter. You might be interested in a new device called Klima which has this month launched by Kickstarter. Designed to ...

The best portable air conditioner might just help you survive the coming summer months, especially if you have an antiquated unit and no way of installing a newer wall or window air conditioner. With ...

Samantha Hunter is a professional copy editor who has worked with Ms. Magazine, Spin and VH1. She has also written for MarthaStewart.com, Essence.com, Esquire.com, GoodHousekeeping.com, RealSimple.com ...