The first step to reducing the energy consumption of your home is figuring out how much ... you can build a very robust DIY energy monitoring system without having to modify your AC wiring.

It's important to monitor how much energy you consume at home to help you reduce expenses and your impact on the environment. If you've tried to save on energy but still wonder, "Why is my electric ...

A home energy monitor can help you keep tabs on your energy usage and potentially save you money, but are they worth the initial expense? Alan Bradley CNET Contributor Alan Bradley is an ...