Air conditioning is the science of heat transfer and the chemistry of refrigerants. To beat the summer heat, we turn to air conditioning. But that sweet, cool relief isn’t magic: it’s the science of ...

Humming air conditioners are the soundtrack to summer in the U.S., given that almost 90% of households use them for cooling. Even though air conditioning is everywhere, however, many people still have ...

Laboratory Technical Project Manager Gianmarco Chumbe has been part of the CNET Home team since 2018. He is in charge of developing and carrying out testing procedures for a wide variety of home ...

This ain't no installation tech feature (though we may get to that in the near future), but it's more an overview of air conditioning systems, how they work, why they sometimes don't work, and how to ...

Ever wondered how your AC actually cools a room? It doesn’t create cold—it moves heat! Using a clever cycle of refrigerant, compressors, and coils, air conditioners pull warmth out of your room and ...

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO)-- Over the past few weeks, most people have likely had their air conditioner running nonstop. In fact, we're so used to it that many don't even think twice about how our homes can ...

is a modern convenience that significantly enhances comfort, especially during hot weather. However, while it provides relief from the heat, it can also have both positive and negative effects on our ...

Have you noticed a spike in your electric bill? It could be your AC. Check out these tips for lowering your energy use while still keeping your home cool. Alexandra Jones is a CNET contributor who ...

Q: I'm having a 2,300-square-foot home built for me, but I don't know how "efficient" an air conditioner I should have installed. The builder will put in a 13 SEER-rated AC as part of the package, but ...

Restaurant kitchens are high-temperature environments, both literally and figuratively. Here's why kitchens usually don't ...

Just because you’re on the water doesn’t mean that you won’t get uncomfortable, especially if you’re anchoring overnight or staying at the dock. It’s not an issue if you’re moving. The wind rushing ...

New research suggests that air conditioning may circulate infectious droplets containing SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes the novel coronavirus. Air conditioning's role on your risk may be greater in ...