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CHICAGO - Amid the hottest time of the year, consumer advocates joined with ComEd and the Illinois Commerce Commission Tuesday to make Chicago-area consumers aware that cooling an empty home, while ...

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HOUSTON (KTRK) -- A new program in Texas is giving free smart thermostats to those who qualify. The devices can help you save on your power bill, but only if they are used correctly and one study ...

Q. Electricity and heating fuel prices are soaring. I need to conserve energy. Will a programmable thermostat really help me save money? How can you maximize energy savings when using one? A. You bet ...

Ever since Nest introduced its $249 Learning Thermostat in 2011, pricey Wi-Fi-enabled temperature controllers have been trending in the smart-home industry. But not everyone wants a super fancy ...

Don’t be surprised if your doorbell rings and it’s an NV Energy representative. The power company is canvassing neighborhoods, encouraging people to sign up for its mPowered program. The program ...

A good thermostat can save you money on power, keep your home comfortable, even learn your habits and preferences. That said, there are tons of thermostats out there that are easy to install, ...

Some City Utilities of Springfield customers had a slightly chillier morning after their thermostats were temporarily ...