Learn how to make a simple hand-cranked power generator from scratch using basic materials like DC motors, a wooden base, an ...

Blackouts happen, and generators can make them a lot less awful. But what kind of generator do you need, and how powerful does it have to be? Here’s how to tell.

[Paul Junkin] bought a curious product off the Internet. It was supposed to generate electricity when hooked up to a running hose. Only, it didn’t do a very good job. His solution was ...

Preparing your home for a winter storm warning? Be sure to avoid these top generator mistakes.

What if you could harness the power of the sun to generate your own energy—right in your backyard? Imagine a system so efficient it could heat water, power small appliances, or even serve as a backup ...

During a winter storm, a generator can help give your home or business power if electricity has been knocked out. But people ...