Extreme cold is hitting, here's how to safely hook up a generator to your house before you lose power.

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 you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more When winter storms knock out the power, they rarely give much warning — and suddenly, everyday essentials ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Depending on where you're living, a portable generator can be a handy convenience or a necessity. Disaster-prone areas often require these ...