"You definitely don't need to spend money if you can help it and it's usually better for the environment, too." Gardener shares photo of makeshift deer deterrent constructed from old and damaged materials: 'I'm still proud of it' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Members serve as a shining example of what's possible when communities come together to tackle the greatest challenges of our time. Community organization gives homeowners tools needed to ward off natural disasters: 'We do a lot with what we have' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"That's absolutely dreamy!" Shopper floored after spotting stunning furniture item in antique store: 'You'll be enjoying it for a very long time' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Improved production of EV battery cells could usher in more widespread adoption of electric vehicles. General Motors patent for EV battery cells raises questions: 'GM bypassed its own best practices' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It saves your wallet and the planet." Company makes crucial home upgrade possible for homeowners in several US states: 'The shortcut to achieving energy independence' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Ensuring that EVs like Teslas stay on the road as long as possible is good for consumers and the planet. Startup aims to ease worry of costly EV repairs with new warranty program: 'We are actively adding repair service providers' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Some HOAs think they are above the law." Persistent HOAs run afoul of the law in blocking new homeowner investment: 'All you need is one homeowner to move forward' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Developing a durable, biodegradable shoe wasn’t an easy task. Entrepreneur creates compostable shoe to combat a major industry issue: 'I couldn't help feeling a responsibility to do better' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is a really exciting chance for us to start learning about how we can bring this species back and … out of its threatened status." Scientists embark on extraordinary mission to save fungus species from brink of extinction: 'This is a species that is hanging on by a thread' … | Continue reading
As clean, safe trains like these are adopted more widely, they could provide affordable and convenient travel for millions of people. Train company sets new precedent after train travels for over 1,700 miles on alternative fuel: 'This is a monumental achievement' first appeared o … | Continue reading
"It has killed everything already." Homeowner warned against using common method to eliminate stubborn yard weeds: 'It's extremely toxic' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Wrapping produce costs money, and that cost is passed on to consumers. Shopper shares photo of frustrating product found in grocery store produce aisle: 'If only nature made its own packaging' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"If this is just what collects in the creeks, I can only imagine what landfills look like." Resident shares photos of concerning scene spotted by local creek: 'That's the most depressing thing' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The fact that scarce goods become more expensive is a fundamental principle in economics, and it also applies here." Researchers propose new method for governments to estimate cost of nature: 'Ensuring that the protection of ecosystems is appraised in a way that is consistent wi … | Continue reading
"I hate how people treat clothing and microtrends." Shopper raises questions about clothing quality after sharing finds from secondhand store: 'This is … so sad' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Such a violent level of disregard." Onlookers capture video of improper cleanup following yacht party: 'A representative of the district has already been informed' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This technique allows us to test new plasma confinement ideas quickly and build new devices easily." Scientists use magnets to make clean fusion energy breakthrough: 'At least 100 times better than any existing [device]' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It has been a fun experiment that has brought us so much joy." Proud homeowner shares incredible progress photos after ripping out front lawn: 'I thought this was a painting' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The facility will be able to store enough energy to meet the year-round domestic needs of the city and is expected to come online sometime in 2028. City to install massive underground thermal energy storage facility: 'The world is undergoing a huge energy transition' first appear … | Continue reading
There are greenwashing parallels that exist between Indonesia’s Tanoto and many Western billionaires and megacorporations. Investigation uncovers billionaire's connection to anonymous company demolishing fragile natural area: 'Destroying such vast tracts of tropical forest' first … | Continue reading
While this renter didn't have a yard to rewild, they certainly made the most of what they did have. Tenant shares striking before-and-after photos after backyard transformation: 'That's fantastic use of that space' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The partnership will feature $282.8 million in funding from the DOE for the development. Mining giant joins forces with US government to 'revolutionize' steel production: 'Already makes a difference' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's shocking and a disservice to the community that a recall has not been announced." Countless complaints filed against Samsung over appliance malfunction: 'This has been a systemic, ongoing problem' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Natural is the best way." Video explains why you should avoid popular window cleaning product at all costs: 'I'll never buy [it]' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
They also found that certain areas were likely to be affected at the same time even though they were far apart, compounding food shortages. Researchers share how locust swarms could soon expand range: 'The potential escalation ... could exacerbate existing challenges' first appea … | Continue reading
"There's been a fair bit of weeding involved, but zero watering ... and zero mowing." Homeowner shares stunning progress video of lawn transformation three years later: 'I love it, and so do the bees' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is not a good idea." Park visitor snaps photo of tourist attempting to pose with wild animal: 'People really should keep a distance' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Over the past 20 years, unsustainable practices have caused massive forest cover loss, habitat degradation, and declining wildlife across the region. Renowned scientist uses unorthodox method to save endangered gorilla species: 'Transcends traditional conservation efforts' first … | Continue reading
"It's possible to restore even very damaged reefs back to healthy, functional systems within relatively short periods of time." New study surfaces hope for coral reef recovery efforts: 'This is a really encouraging discovery' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Plastics from laboratories are more challenging to reuse because they've often been in contact with hazardous chemicals or biological agents. Scientists develop solution to tackle massive pollution problem of research labs: 'We go through bags and bags of them every week' first a … | Continue reading
There are cheap alternatives to all kinds of popular cleaning products. Woman shares shockingly simple method to keep water bottles gunk-free: 'That will literally scrape off the dirt inside' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Despite coming in late to the EV game, Subaru has big electrification plans for the future of its cars. Subaru makes deal with Panasonic for electric automotive batteries: 'Many more electric offerings for future customers' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
In simpler terms: Solar energy is on the way up and coal burning is on the way down. Government data reports unprecedented capacity growth of American solar energy: 'The inevitable winner' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Finds like this highlight one of the many benefits of thrift shopping. Thrilled shopper stumbles upon highly sought-after kitchen appliance at thrift store: 'I'm so envious' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Global media ad spending will surpass $1 trillion in 2024. Customer shares photo of dystopian sight found in restaurant bathroom : 'Slowly engulfing our lives' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We hope findings from our study will encourage more urban planners to adopt cool paint coatings on more built-up surfaces, on a large scale." Researchers see remarkable temperature results after applying 'cool paint coatings': 'A minimally intrusive solution ... that has an imme … | Continue reading
"Your garden is looking amazing." Gardener breaks down money-saving method for filling garden beds: 'That is so cheap' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
This is the type of technological advancement that we can hope and expect to see more of as solar and wind continue to become more widespread. Scientists unveil self-cleaning solar panel technology poised to revolutionize energy sector: 'A major step' first appeared on The Cool D … | Continue reading
"Many people think about bird-friendly design as yet another limitation on buildings, yet another requirement." Modern buildings put birds in danger — but one architect's unusual designs could help first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We only know this because we have made these mistakes too." Gardener seeks advice after making regretful landscaping error: 'I made a mistake I'm now paying for' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"If we can leverage the continuous supply of oxygen in the body, battery life won't be limited by the finite materials within conventional batteries." Researchers devise game-changing 'battery' that runs on body's own oxygen: 'The prospects for this battery are exciting' first ap … | Continue reading
"My trees are dying. All of them are dying or falling or dead!" Outraged resident shares photos of hazardous dump site near their home: 'It's indicative of a much bigger issue' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We must ensure that the benefits ... are accessible to all regardless of your zip code." Major US city mayor proposes plan to fundamentally change construction of new buildings: 'We can build an entire economy around it' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"[It] should also be front and center." Lawmakers work to ban toxic hygiene products with almost no federal regulation: 'It's such an intimate use of a product' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"How hard is it to pick it up?" Bystander shares aftermath of gender reveal party in local park: '1,775 pieces of litter from 1 parent's choice' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is like the equivalent to going to a grocery store parking lot and pulling all the carts out." Driver calls out trucks parked in electric vehicle charging spots: 'I'd immediately call a tow truck' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Pollutants penetrate deeper and trigger the immune system." Dermatologist speaks out on unusual spike in clinic visits following wildfires 300 miles away: 'A horrendous quality of life' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Absolutely gorgeous." Proud homeowner shares stunning images of their gardening project three years in the making: 'You are living the life' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading