Around 78% of Americans are concerned about rising energy costs but staying in a cool environment shouldn't cost a worrisome amount -- especially during this heat wave. It's important to find a good, ...

As is the case for many people, my home cannot be retrofitted with central air. My 100-plus-year-old Brooklyn apartment, which features prominently in my seven years of air quality reporting for WIRED ...

I have years of experience testing top home and kitchen products. We've sent this story to your inbox. Portable air conditioners are worth buying in many situations. Many models are now designed for ...

A ceiling AC unit is an excellent way to keep your space cool without using any wall or floor space. A hidden ceiling mini-split unit that provides efficient cooling while integrating seamlessly with ...

Why do window ACs actually need a window? On the surface, it feels unnecessary — after all, the unit is clearly designed to blow cold air from the front. Why can't you just set it on the floor like a ...