The cost of the fuel has been rising in recent weeks and could spike this winter because of supply problems, analysts warn.
Category: Heating
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Backup Power: A Growing Need, if You Can Afford It
Extreme weather linked to climate change is causing more blackouts. But generators and batteries are still out of reach of many.
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Europe Has Weathered an Energy Crisis, for Now
The New York Times – Business:Worries about gas and oil supplies have greatly eased. But reverberations from the war in Ukraine continue to cloud longer-term forecasts.
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Are You Switching to a Heat Pump? We Want to Hear From You.
The New York Times – Business:Some people in extremely cold areas of the U.S. are switching to heat pumps from oil or gas furnaces. But others are not convinced that these devices are right for them.
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N.F.L. Sideline Heaters Can Be Hazardous
The New York Times – Sports:When the temperature drops at football games, out come the big jackets and the hand warmers. Sometimes, things can get too hot too fast.
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Germany’s Energy Crisis Is a Cue to Chop Wood and Stock Up
The New York Times – Business:The high cost of natural gas and electricity is prompting many to prepare for outages and shortages. For some, it’s been a way of life for years.
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Britain’s Soaring Energy Costs Strain Crisis Responders
The New York Times – Business:Families in chilly, drafty homes are seeking help. The response may be a blanket and thick socks, while some doctors are writing prescriptions for heat.
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How to Save on High Heating Bills This Winter
The New York Times – Business:As a start, you can turn down the thermostat and insulate doors and windows. Plus, financial help is available to pay bills and to update heating systems.
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Europe Braces for a Winter Without Russian Gas
The New York Times – Business:Countries across the continent have taken extraordinary steps to decrease energy use and ramp up supply, moving swiftly away from their longtime primary provider, Russia.