Smart homes have often been viewed as futuristic luxuries, filled with voice assistants, connected light bulbs, and security cameras. But beyond the convenience factor, they are proving to be a ...

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Fossil-fuel infrastructure has long been subsidized by taxpayers, creating an illusion of affordability. But renewable energy has lower overall system costs. Credit: Getty Images. Recent gubernatorial ...

Discussion about more sustainable schools often begins and ends with one statement: It’s too expensive. The realities of funding school construction make it difficult for districts to weigh the short- ...

If you've been thinking about making certain energy-efficient improvements to your home, now may be a good time to act. That's because President Donald Trump's so-called "big beautiful" budget bill, ...