Can portable air conditioners double as dehumidifiers? While overly dry air comes with its own problems, too much moisture in the air can lead to issues with mold and mildew as well as making homes ...

Portable air conditioners are an option for spaces without central AC, but consider these potential drawbacks before ...

For many people, beating the heat this summer means one thing: cranking up the air conditioner. Experts say having access to air conditioning isn’t just about comfort. During extreme heat events, ...

A homeowner watching a technician install an air conditioner. As temperatures rise across the country—2022 posted the third-hottest summer on record for the U.S.—people increasingly rely on air ...

There isn't a clear superior option between window units and portable options. Choosing between the two largely depends on ...

High temps were linked to 11,000 US deaths and 120,000 hospital visits in 2023. "The heat is coming for everybody," Andrew Dessler, a professor of atmospheric sciences at Texas A&M University, said as ...

Air conditioners are a major source of greenhouse gases. On Project Drawdown’s 2017 list of over 100 opportunities to reduce human-caused global warming, cleaner tech for refrigeration and ...