With energy costs continuing to rise as part of a higher overall cost of living, many Americans are struggling to keep up with utility bills. A recent Payless Power study of more than 1,000 people, ...

Home energy costs are on the rise. As the government shutdown continues, it could get harder for low-income families to afford their heating bills.Getty Images—catnap72 Reporter The government ...

How to get help paying your gas or electric bill, access energy efficiency upgrades and protect your household from utility shutoffs this winter. Alexandra Jones is a CNET contributor who writes about ...

Power saver programs are utility-sponsored demand response initiatives that help reduce electricity usage during periods of peak demand. These programs typically target central air conditioners (AC) ...