Woman shares frustrations with invasive trend overwhelming TikTok feed: 'I've started blocking people'

"The second I see a shop link, I'm out." Woman shares frustrations with invasive trend overwhelming TikTok feed: 'I've started blocking people' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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State opens first-of-its-kind energy research and demonstration facility that could revolutionize hydrogen production: 'Well-positioned for growth and impact'

It will demonstrate infrastructure safety and reliability in a real-world situation. State opens first-of-its-kind energy research and demonstration facility that could revolutionize hydrogen production: 'Well-positioned for growth and impact' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Research reveals 'staggering' production of cancer-causing chemicals despite being banned for decades: 'We are supposed to be eliminating them'

These are a type of "forever chemical" that pose a significant environmental threat because they are difficult to break down. Research reveals 'staggering' production of cancer-causing chemicals despite being banned for decades: 'We are supposed to be eliminating them' first appe … | Continue reading


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Homeowner shares before-and-after photos after transforming grass lawn into something 'amazing': 'I adore seeing this sort of yard'

"This is year three of the transformation." Homeowner shares before-and-after photos after transforming grass lawn into something 'amazing': 'I adore seeing this sort of yard' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Scientists surprised after discovering rare DNA following endangered animal's death: 'Gives us hope'

One thing that all the experts agreed on was the challenges that these wild cats face and the need to protect them. Scientists surprised after discovering rare DNA following endangered animal's death: 'Gives us hope' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Advocacy group raises concerns about top-selling SUVs: 'Absolutely ridiculous'

"It's not just you: Cars are getting bigger and bigger." Advocacy group raises concerns about top-selling SUVs: 'Absolutely ridiculous' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Tourist shares photo of upsetting scene at secluded waterfall: 'Very embarrassing'

Unfortunately, the display was unsurprising to those familiar with the area. Tourist shares photo of upsetting scene at secluded waterfall: 'Very embarrassing' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Homeowner bewildered after invasive backyard plant starts overtaking house: 'Sometimes I think I should move'

"It looks like there was an attempt to control it with barriers, but it burst through it all." Homeowner bewildered after invasive backyard plant starts overtaking house: 'Sometimes I think I should move' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Homeowner shares before-and-after photos from ridding backyard of poison ivy and other invasive plants: 'That's so much hard work'

"I still have hours and hours to go." Homeowner shares before-and-after photos from ridding backyard of poison ivy and other invasive plants: 'That's so much hard work' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Homeowners struggle to find insurance as major companies pull coverage in several states: 'We're marching toward an uninsurable future'

"We can't raise rates fast enough or high enough." Homeowners struggle to find insurance as major companies pull coverage in several states: 'We're marching toward an uninsurable future' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Homeowner frustrated after finding neighbor draining chlorinated pool water into their yard: 'This is actually illegal'

"He does this every year." Homeowner frustrated after finding neighbor draining chlorinated pool water into their yard: 'This is actually illegal' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Fight ensues over pristine Texas land purchased by billionaire for luxury resort: 'The alarms went off when people in this area first heard'

"They thought they were doing something really great right off the bat and quickly learned that a lot of people around here don't feel the same way." Fight ensues over pristine Texas land purchased by billionaire for luxury resort: 'The alarms went off when people in this area fi … | Continue reading


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New safety tool can help prepare for particularly high temperatures forecasted this summer: 'We'll be able to know how hot is too hot for health'

A record-breaking hot summer means heat waves will be hotter and most likely more deadly. New safety tool can help prepare for particularly high temperatures forecasted this summer: 'We'll be able to know how hot is too hot for health' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Expert gardener shares recipe using commonly found weeds they foraged: 'This looks really yummy'

"Foraging has opened up a whole new world of possibilities." Expert gardener shares recipe using commonly found weeds they foraged: 'This looks really yummy' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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New report projects more than 1 in 5 cars sold this year will be electric: 'The continued momentum behind electric cars is clear in our data'

"Rather than tapering off, the global EV revolution appears to be gearing up for a new phase of growth." New report projects more than 1 in 5 cars sold this year will be electric: 'The continued momentum behind electric cars is clear in our data' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Trump pledges to reverse Biden administration's climate policies and increase oil drilling in exchange for $1 billion from oil executives: 'They're in for an even bigger payout if he's reelected'

"They got a great return on their investment during Trump's first term." Trump pledges to reverse Biden administration's climate policies and increase oil drilling in exchange for $1 billion from oil executives: 'They're in for an even bigger payout if he's reelected' first appea … | Continue reading


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Scientists develop edible antiviral treatment for crucial pollinator: 'The engineered algae boost the bee's immune system'

This would be the first treatment to combat the viral threat. Scientists develop edible antiviral treatment for crucial pollinator: 'The engineered algae boost the bee's immune system' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Sustainability expert shares incredibly simple tip to make delicious use of wilting leafy greens: 'Don't let that wilted spinach go to waste'

"No matter what you've made, it'll look a little fancier." Sustainability expert shares incredibly simple tip to make delicious use of wilting leafy greens: 'Don't let that wilted spinach go to waste' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Leaked emails reveal oil companies privately betraying their pledges, misleading public: 'The time for accountability is now'

These companies have delayed the measures we desperately need to avoid climate catastrophe. Leaked emails reveal oil companies privately betraying their pledges, misleading public: 'The time for accountability is now' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Shopper elated after stumbling upon unbelievable art supply haul at bin store: 'Absolutely amazing'

"So happy for you." Shopper elated after stumbling upon unbelievable art supply haul at bin store: 'Absolutely amazing' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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State lawmakers reach near-unanimous decision on bill that will impact homeowners across the state: 'An invasion has been under [our] nose'

"The very top five of those plants are the ones listed on the bill." State lawmakers reach near-unanimous decision on bill that will impact homeowners across the state: 'An invasion has been under [our] nose' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Experts raise concerns after examining widespread health-harming heat stress: 'Took the scientific community by surprise'

In response, the environmental agency has encouraged healthcare organizations to prepare for heat-induced illnesses. Experts raise concerns after examining widespread health-harming heat stress: 'Took the scientific community by surprise' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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New report reveals staggering increase in global investment in clean energy: 'Policymakers have a huge opportunity'

"This is good news." New report reveals staggering increase in global investment in clean energy: 'Policymakers have a huge opportunity' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Governments approve law to cut air pollution from heavy-duty vehicles — here's what it means for manufacturers

Not only will this new law protect residents in the short term, but it will also pave the way for a more sustainable future. Governments approve law to cut air pollution from heavy-duty vehicles — here's what it means for manufacturers first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Gardener shares simple process for growing hearty carrots: 'That explains my lack of carrots'

"You can definitely get some oddly shaped carrots in hard soil." Gardener shares simple process for growing hearty carrots: 'That explains my lack of carrots' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Snack company releases first-of-its-kind chip bag: 'The potential to revolutionize packaging as we know it'

"This is a huge opportunity for brands and producers." Snack company releases first-of-its-kind chip bag: 'The potential to revolutionize packaging as we know it' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Researchers develop innovative new method to make leather without animals: 'A major achievement'

"The work also shows the impact that can happen when scientists and designers work together." Researchers develop innovative new method to make leather without animals: 'A major achievement' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Shopper sparks jealousy after spotting luxury accessory hidden in bins at thrift store: 'Total score'

This type of shopping can keep perfectly good items out of landfills. Shopper sparks jealousy after spotting luxury accessory hidden in bins at thrift store: 'Total score' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Scientists announce development of porous material with potential to store air pollution: 'This is an exciting discovery'

"To help solve society's biggest challenges." Scientists announce development of porous material with potential to store air pollution: 'This is an exciting discovery' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Renter seeks advice after experiencing strange restriction with several apartments: 'I can't really understand this rule'

"I'm 100% with you on this." Renter seeks advice after experiencing strange restriction with several apartments: 'I can't really understand this rule' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Scientists discover potential method to make crops flood-tolerant: 'One of the biggest problems of present-day agriculture'

The researchers still need to optimize this technique for key crops. Scientists discover potential method to make crops flood-tolerant: 'One of the biggest problems of present-day agriculture' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Shopper stumbles upon 'dream' wedding dress hanging on thrift store rack: 'You hit the jackpot'

"Even without half off it would have been a steal." Shopper stumbles upon 'dream' wedding dress hanging on thrift store rack: 'You hit the jackpot' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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MIT researchers develop incredible tool to show how your home will be impacted by extreme weather: 'Quite innovative'

"Hopefully, this will facilitate deeper understanding of how climate change will impact individuals directly." MIT researchers develop incredible tool to show how your home will be impacted by extreme weather: 'Quite innovative' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Report highlights turning point as clean energy accounts for 30% of global power supply: 'Faster than anyone thought possible'

"The renewables future has arrived." Report highlights turning point as clean energy accounts for 30% of global power supply: 'Faster than anyone thought possible' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Homeowner seeks advice on creating low-maintenance yard to appease HOA: 'Curious if it was even a possibility'

"Don't let HOAs stop you from creating the home of your dreams." Homeowner seeks advice on creating low-maintenance yard to appease HOA: 'Curious if it was even a possibility' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Politicians file petition against EPA to limit investigations of civil rights violations: 'I think it's a test'

"We're in an era where intentional discrimination is increasingly hard to prove, but discriminatory impacts are not going away." Politicians file petition against EPA to limit investigations of civil rights violations: 'I think it's a test' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Footage captures fastest train in America fly past station at top speed: 'The US needs more of these'

"I just last month saw this train at speed, all I can say is wow!" Footage captures fastest train in America fly past station at top speed: 'The US needs more of these' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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State governor passes law inhibiting protections for outdoor workers during sweltering temperatures: 'It's incomprehensible'

"That makes no sense, and it's unconscionable." State governor passes law inhibiting protections for outdoor workers during sweltering temperatures: 'It's incomprehensible' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Research uncovers 'grounding zone' responsible for accelerated melting of critical glacier: 'The modeling work in this study confirms these fears'

"Glaciers melt much faster in the ocean than assumed previously." Research uncovers 'grounding zone' responsible for accelerated melting of critical glacier: 'The modeling work in this study confirms these fears' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Government prize helps fund novel solutions for recycling old wind turbine materials: 'Capable of advancing the technologies to commercialization'

"These domestic recycling solutions enhance our energy security by reducing the nation's dependence on foreign materials." Government prize helps fund novel solutions for recycling old wind turbine materials: 'Capable of advancing the technologies to commercialization' first appe … | Continue reading


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Concerning report highlights health risks associated with 'explosive growth' of industry: 'This can really only be accomplished through improved public policies'

"We need to have government policies that ensure that chemicals that are being used and produced in the US are not creating toxic exposures to people." Concerning report highlights health risks associated with 'explosive growth' of industry: 'This can really only be accomplished … | Continue reading


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Scientists use rare metal to set new record in effort to produce limitless energy: 'It was a pretty remarkable result'

"During the six-minute shot, we were able to measure quite nicely the central electron temperature." Scientists use rare metal to set new record in effort to produce limitless energy: 'It was a pretty remarkable result' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Lawmakers greenlight new warning signage to halt growing threat in local communities: 'Making it aware to individuals who are purchasing is a step forward'

"Sooner is better than later." Lawmakers greenlight new warning signage to halt growing threat in local communities: 'Making it aware to individuals who are purchasing is a step forward' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Architect designs home with remarkable features and state-of-the-art construction: 'A ground-breaking example for energy-efficient design and build'

This type of sustainable home design helps save homeowners money. Architect designs home with remarkable features and state-of-the-art construction: 'A ground-breaking example for energy-efficient design and build' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Researchers propose building US-Caribbean 'super grid' to offset solar energy losses during tropical storms: 'Need to consider the normal trajectory of hurricanes'

"If all the plants are concentrated in Florida, and a hurricane hits there, it will create a maximum power valley." Researchers propose building US-Caribbean 'super grid' to offset solar energy losses during tropical storms: 'Need to consider the normal trajectory of hurricanes' … | Continue reading


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Researchers find surprising results after using 'Climate Reality Check' to analyze how Hollywood portrays global issues: 'Those stories can be critically acclaimed and make more money'

The creators revealed how many of 2024's Oscar contenders passed in its official debut in February. Researchers find surprising results after using 'Climate Reality Check' to analyze how Hollywood portrays global issues: 'Those stories can be critically acclaimed and make more mo … | Continue reading


@thecooldown.com | 12 months ago

Homeowner shares before-and-after photos after transforming 'dead lawn' into lush garden: 'You can turn a strip of boring sod into something special'

This type of garden has minimal water needs, making it extremely cheap to maintain. Homeowner shares before-and-after photos after transforming 'dead lawn' into lush garden: 'You can turn a strip of boring sod into something special' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Korean researchers develop battery that could eliminate major issue with electric cars: 'A new era where rapid charging becomes a reality'

"Overcoming the limitations of current storage solutions." Korean researchers develop battery that could eliminate major issue with electric cars: 'A new era where rapid charging becomes a reality' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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