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Generac is a big name in home generators, but it's also offered a home battery for years. Now it's launching the second generation of that home battery with a more powerful output. The current model ...

When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more When winter storms knock out the power, they rarely give much warning — and suddenly, everyday essentials ...

The risk of grid blackouts is rising, and the Department of Energy said weather-related power outages due to extreme weather rose by 80% in the United States from 2011 through 2023. With the U.S. grid ...

We've all been there: The lights go out and the power company sends you a text message. A tree fell on a transmission line or the weather turned severe, and you'll be out of electricity until people ...

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When Hurricane Beryl tore through the Houston area, it knocked out electricity to nearly 85% of CenterPoint’s customers. While plenty of Houston residents have turned to home generators as a backup, ...

Having a home generator can be a game-changer during unpredictable situations, whether caused by severe weather or downed power lines in your neighborhood. But to make sure your generator actually ...

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