"It sucks when you can't give it to anyone." Domino's employee shares harsh reality of corporate practice with photo taken after shift: 'It makes me feel so guilty' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"People who litter really annoy me." Pet owner sparks conversation about littering after finding toxic remnants in puppy's mouth: 'This makes me so angry' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Many scientists consider plastics a marker of a new geologic era. Scientists stunned by troubling discovery deep in sediment of remote lakes — here's what it tells us about our future first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is a crucial step toward prioritizing the safety and wellbeing of our essential workers." City council makes unanimous decision to provide crucial safety protections for its outdoor workers: 'This ... will change my life' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Say it louder." Urbanist draws attention to city's design monstrosity in local community: 'So tired of pedestrian-hostile areas' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"If we want to achieve our carbon reduction goals, we will need long-duration energy storage devices." Researchers develop sand-based technology to solve major issue with clean energy: 'This represents a new generation of storage' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The study's results could indicate that people are being exposed to more of this chemical now. New urine sample study finds little-known toxin in human body: 'Raises alarm bells about how it could potentially cause harm' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I've been debating on whether or not to buy this [plant] for next year and you've convinced me." Gardener shares breathtaking effect of choosing to plant native flowers: 'How incredible to see' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It doesn't make sense to allow tons of pollution that damages our health just from cutting grass and blowing leaves around." State advances with major plans to ban gas-powered equipment in extensive new law: 'Cleaner, quieter electric options are readily available' first appeare … | Continue reading
"SWOT can fill the data gap for when places like this, and others around the world, become inundated." New NASA technology captures images of ancient lake reemergence from space: 'Developing one of the most detailed and comprehensive views of the planet' first appeared on The Coo … | Continue reading
"Don't bother trying weedkiller." Homeowner seeks advice on exterminating nuisance overtaking their yard: 'My condolences' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Don't do this in public spaces." Community members speak out after seeing 'disrespectful' aftermath of party in park: 'Who do they expect to clean it up?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's all too much consumption." Eyebrow-raising image of Kim Kardashian's closet sparks outrage online: 'This is sick' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Symbium is like TurboTax but for the permitting process. Cities partner with AI startup to eliminate red tape and help homeowners install solar panels: 'A major technological breakthrough' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The reservoirs are reportedly at their lowest levels in decades. Millions of people affected as major city announces water rationing: 'Let's not waste a drop of water' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I never thought to do this." Gardener urges others to follow crucial steps to prevent plant disease outbreaks: 'Pests and pathogens can accumulate over time' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's gotten to a point where I can’t enjoy a hike or a run anywhere in Austin without having to bring a trash bag with me." Hiker voices frustration after witnessing disturbing scene at popular lake: 'Why do people keep leaving it like this?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Almost 130 billion pieces of junk mail were sent by the U.S. Postal Service in 2021. Homeowner shares simple solution that dramatically curbed their unwanted mail: 'The difference was night and day' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Propagating mint and other herbs like basil or rosemary is a great way to up your kitchen game while saving money and time at the grocery store. TikToker shares easy hack to grow 'infinite' supply of herb: 'Buy mint from the grocery store once and never buy it again' first appear … | Continue reading
"Check the language and stand your ground." Tenant concerned after landlord demands they stop using EV charging station: 'What I can do?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
It's not alone in its plans to scale back on climate promises. Major energy company sparks outrage with 'retrograde step' to repeal key promise: 'No interest in acting for the climate' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Stuff like this keeps me going to the thrift!" Excited shopper shares photos of serendipitous clothing find at vintage store: 'I did a triple take in the store' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's easy to see what all the hype is about." Chinese battery developer unveils new tech with 1,300-mile range that could revolutionize EVs: 'An important piece of the puzzle' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
As companies work to develop and implement cleaner energy technologies, more jobs should emerge, creating demand for the supply. New government program aims to boost technologies in growing field of offshore wind: 'Exciting and rewarding for a lot of different reasons' first appe … | Continue reading
Net-zero, sustainable homes like these are popping up everywhere. Architectural studio designs climate-proof mirrored homes with surprising energy feature: 'Better suited to our future' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
“Now we’re cookin’ — Tesla the Energy Company." Tesla partners with manufacturer on development of revolutionary solution to reduce cost of rooftop solar — here's how it works first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This year's report is an important milestone … But this is simply not enough." UN reports optimistic trend in child mortality rates, but some experts believe it's insufficient: 'We have the knowledge and tools to save lives' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The requirements and the violations are rather subjective." Tenant panics after receiving notice about lawn from homeowners association: 'Does it look like we're getting evicted?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The data collected shows the reduction rate needs to be twice as fast to get to the net-zero goals. Study offers further evidence about true impact of electric vehicles: 'We have to sustain that for another 20 years' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Stopping cracks from growing into potholes could save a lot of future maintenance work." Authorities test new technology that could make roads smoother and safer: 'Has the potential to transform how we perform road maintenance' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's both worse and more expensive." Gardener warned against using harmful product to grow vegetables: 'I would remove all that you can now' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Please tell me that's not a USD price." Customer sparks conversation with photo of frustrating cost of produce at grocery store: 'This infuriates me to no end' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
This begs the question of where the line is between meaningful collections and overconsumption. Internet responds to comments from regretful cup collectors: 'Wish I had never started' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The move aims to reduce the amount of microplastics that make their way into our environment. Politician proposes ban targeting laundry detergent pods over harmful effects: 'A multifaceted issue' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The move should also help to support a growing electric vehicle market. Biden administration announces multimillion-dollar effort to make battery recycling more affordable: 'Puts the U.S. in the driver's seat' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The dangers of urban biking are particularly frustrating because cycling is such a valuable practice. Bicyclist sparks conversation after sharing frustrating experience: 'Definitely not safe' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We're trying to compete with fossil fuels." Company develops technology to harness boundless energy source within ocean — here's why it's important first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The amount of insects, animals, and flowers is way above what it has ever been!" Professional landscaper shares 'amazing' photos after saving meadows at apartments: 'Wish all apartments and landscapers did this' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"You would think that having an effect of this magnitude would require the resources and funding of a large government." MrBeast builds wells for 500K people in viral video: 'It's something humanity should all be putting in effort to fix' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's hard to have nice things when people specifically go out of their way to do this." National monument forced to shut down after vandalism: 'Makes me angry that people have to damage things like this' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"For most travelers, the impact of this is probably very low." Government proposes controversial ban on domestic flights: 'A policy like this comes with notable risks' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The 3,000-acre lake, located 60 miles southeast of Los Angeles, is the largest freshwater lake in Southern California. Major freshwater lake hits record-breaking levels after years of chronic drought, but issues persist: 'It's changed' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This green PV technology will be the future sustainable solution for solar power generation." Researchers achieve monumental breakthrough with solar cells made from living material — here's how it works first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Once water is removed from underground aquifers, soil can compress and collapse, causing the land surface to sink. Scientists warn common practice increases threat to US coastlines: 'It's slow and it's insidious' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Growing your produce at home can save you time from commuting to the supermarket, while also being mindful of your wallet. Expert gardener shares simple method for growing masses of salad greens: 'You can never have enough' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It seemed so normal to them." Visitor shares concerning scene discovered while walking along river: 'Sad to see people not caring about where they live' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The grounds can also be used in baking and cooking, to make exfoliating scrubs, and to neutralize odors. Starbucks continues free coffee grounds program to help gardeners boost their blooms: 'We can keep valuable material out of landfills' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Perfect for starting those seeds!" Gardener's 'nifty' craft sparks conversation about starting to garden for free: 'Find a sunny spot and watch the magic unfold' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading