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As temperatures begin to rise, it's nearly time (if not already) to turn on that air conditioning. But what's the best temperature to set the thermostat to during summer months? And what are some key ...

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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 ...

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As we roll into the first day of summer and a dangerous heat wave nears, New Jersey residents may wonder how to stay cool while also keeping air conditioning costs down. Wondering if 72 degrees is the ...

According to the US Department of Energy, you should avoid installing your thermostat near windows or doors, heat sources or ...

How active has your heater been lately? Over weeks of chilly temperatures and heavy rains, California residents have been turning up their thermostats to stay warm. Recent cold snaps have resurfaced ...

As temperatures begin to rise, it's nearly time (if not already) to turn on that air conditioning. But what's the best temperature to set the thermostat to during summer months? And what are some key ...