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Key Points Smart home devices draw more power than standard ones due to their 'always-on' programming.Smart devices can be turned off or adjusted to reduce energy consumption when not in use.Experts ...

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NORFOLK, Va. — It seems like every winter and summer we suffer the sticker shock of the power bill, seeing how seasonal temperature changes can greatly impact our energy consumption. But where does ...

As record inflation keeps costs high and interest rates escalate, we’re all feeling tremendous financial pressure. On top of that, prices in the first half of 2022 rose far beyond expectations, ...

If you are reading this, you are likely the owner or manager of a business. If so, we applaud your efforts to be more eco-friendly and save money on energy bills at the same time! You will find that ...

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - As we enter the thick of the winter months, you may be tempted to run to the thermostat and turn up the heat. But with every push of the button, your energy usage goes up, and so ...

Odds are that your devices are wasting more energy and costing you more money than you're aware. A simple tool called a Kill a Watt meter can help find the offenders in your outlets. Eric Mack has ...

Can you choose your electricity provider? There was a time, not so long ago, when the electricity that came to your house wasn't part of a decision-making process -- it was just there. But now, entire ...

Samsung is catering its SmartThings app updates to our changing lifestyles. During the pandemic, we were glued to the tube, so the Korean company debuted more TV controls. Now, it's introducing a much ...