To avoid rising energy costs each month, you must first understand how energy consumption works. Various factors contribute to increasing energy costs, including appliances that we use more often ...

They’re called smart meters. And both Con Edison and NYSEG utility companies say they are a way for customers to keep watch on energy use and to save money. Con Edison said on its website it has ...

Last year, our electric company began installing smart meters in our neighborhood. They’re handy for tracking home energy use, but they come with potential pitfalls, which is why our neighbor opted to ...