Mike De Socio is a CNET contributor who writes about energy, personal finance, electric vehicles and climate change. He's also the author of the nonfiction book, "Morally Straight: How the Fight for ...

Our editor-tested and researched portable and whole-home options keep appliances and other essentials running during an emergency—no matter what.

Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...

A portable generator will keep your fridge running and lights on when a power outage strikes. But if you live in an area where extreme weather is common, then it may make sense to invest in a ...