Heatwaves all over the world are becoming longer and more intense and the need for cooling is rising fast, putting strain not just on power bills but on electricity grids and the planet. With 2024 the ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Simple air conditioners are really nothing more than a heat exchanger that move heat—or cold—from one ...

With much of the country in the grips of a massive heat wave, many people who have air conditioners in their homes are running them overtime. But these extreme temperatures present a significant ...

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Kenny Hammock, a trusted HVAC Expert from Acworth, reminds readers that simple upkeep is often the difference between comfort ...

A heat wave in North Carolina is in full swing. As temperatures rise, The News & Observer provides tips on how to beat the heat and answers frequently asked questions. The N&O Summer Desk is a pop-up ...

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A new U.S. study reveals who has reliable air conditioning and who doesn’t, exposing deep inequalities in how people ...

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