From solar panels that work at night, to airborne wind generators, these five cutting-edge discoveries offer exciting glimpses into the future. 5 recent scientific advancements that could change how we power the world first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Ford F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E retail customers are the first of any non-Tesla automaker to gain access to Tesla Superchargers." Ford announces free Tesla Supercharger adapters available to its EV owners until June 30 first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"My son ate some of this at a local playground a few weeks ago. I had no idea how toxic it was even though I figured it was pretty bad." Parent concerned about potential hazard to children after latest playground installation: 'I think you are rightfully nervous' first appeared o … | Continue reading
"It doesn’t impact the quality — it doesn’t impact the taste." Top yogurt producer moves into plant-based dairy products — while still being the big cheese: 'It's the ability to flex' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
“Because marketing! How would you know it’s from that company otherwise?" Shopper bewildered after unpackaging bulb of store-bought garlic: '[They] don't grow barcodes' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It’s frustrating that as humans, our celebrations & holidays are always seen as a valid excuse to pollute in excess." Resident stirs anger with photo of Easter celebration aftermath at local park: 'This happens every year' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"You’ll feel so much more confident in your clean-energy decisions." How the Expedia of solar panels helps homeowners save money and avoid a common trap: 'Giving you confidence in the systems' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Legal systems must evolve to hold companies accountable." River turns poisonous after devastating, repeated flooding: 'That has only happened in the last four years' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"By next year, the U.S. will have 3.5 million jobs to fill in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields." Engineers developing technology to tackle major issue with microwaves: 'Our research is part of a larger industrial transformation' first appeared on The Cool … | Continue reading
"This is a very densely populated area, and they deserve transit as well." Transit enthusiast sparks important discussion about public transportation access: 'Kind of makes the rail pointless' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"That is why we want to find ways to combine these two pieces." Groundbreaking new clean energy project could marry offshore wind and global fishing industries — here's how first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"There’s still a lot of work to do." Study finds only 10 countries and territories out of 134 are meeting air-quality standards: 'The worst might be yet to come' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Took some work, but it was worth it." Homeowner sparks discussion with progress photos of lawn after unconventional landscaping decision: 'That actually looks amazing' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Sadly, experts believe this upward trend isn’t going to slow any time soon. New study reveals devastating impact that rising temperatures could have on food prices — here's who may be hit hardest first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The BMW Vision Neue Klasse X electric sport activity vehicle will have other features intended to reduce its environmental impact. BMW introduces new EV concept car — here's why it stands out first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The forecast serves as a reminder of the collaborative efforts needed to manage the Earth’s overheating before it’s too late. Report warns of catastrophic health effects resulting from climate change: 'These staggering numbers are actually conservative' first appeared on The Cool … | Continue reading
The hope is the fully battery-powered train will be part of the U.K.'s solution to phasing out diesel-only trains by 2040. Railway company makes incredible breakthrough with new battery-powered trains: 'Industry-leading fast-charge technology' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Wow, that's a great looking hellstrip." Gardener shares stunning photo of their yard's 'hellstrip' in bloom after heavy downpour: 'This is gorgeous' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Onkalo will take all the high-level nuclear waste produced by Finland's five nuclear power plants in their entire life cycles." Finland is on the verge of an incredible human-made alteration deep beneath the Earth: 'They'll hold a total of 5,500 tonnes of waste' first appeared o … | Continue reading
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission is focused on improvements in water quality and aquatic vegetation that experts believe can reverse the recent years of loss. Seagrass revival sparks hope for future of Florida manatees: 'More resilient than we might have been thinking' fi … | Continue reading
Beta Bugs, based out of the Roslin Innovation Centre near Edinburgh, focuses on selecting insect strains with the best traits for breeding. Developments in gene-editing could mean more insects in our food and fuel supplies: 'The potential for insects in the food supply chain is i … | Continue reading
"It's a tremendous hassle. I think they should make it right." Lawsuit filed against LG over appliance malfunction due to allegedly faulty parts: 'It's a nationwide issue' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"SSA Marine is proud to partner with the Port of San Diego to demonstrate the potential of zero-emissions equipment." The Port of San Diego just deployed one of the largest electric forklifts in the US — here's why it's creating a buzz first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It appears that a black market has arisen due to the regulatory scheme in the treaty." Man becomes the first person to be charged with illegal smuggling of refrigerant: 'It will not be the last' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's fun to see what we can repurpose." TikToker shares ultimate paper towel hack that can save you hundreds: 'This is actually genius' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
If the entire population of the U.K. did it, it’d be equivalent to removing 8 million cars from the world’s roads. These diets are skyrocketing in popularity with Gen Z — here's why first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"In some sense, they’re not banning anything right now." Florida advances bill to ban offshore wind turbines despite not having any — here's why that matters first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Our process could simultaneously solve the waste problem of aluminum production and improve the steel industry's carbon footprint." Scientists figure out how to turn toxic red mud into steel: 'Now it's up to the industry to decide' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"You think, 'Wow, look, I'm eating so healthy.' But, you know, in the process of preparing that healthy food is also a health concern." New documentary provides troubling visual of the dangers of a common appliance: 'I was able to see this noxious plume' first appeared on The Coo … | Continue reading
Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act, you may be eligible for a tax credit of up to $2,000. Ditching your old water heater can save you nearly $3,000 — here's how to make the switch first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
It's enough to replace every dirty-fuel-powered vehicle on U.S. roads today. Long-awaited analysis shows this desert holds a gold mine of lithium: 'It's pretty exciting how much is there' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"You can get creative with your containers." Expert gardener shares easy hack to get loads of home-grown potatoes: 'Can't wait to try this' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We wanted to figure out what features on the molecules specifically improve the perovskite’s stability." Scientists make game-changing advancement in bid to make solar power cheaper: 'Could be implemented across various … formulations' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Like riding a magic carpet." 5 transportation methods of the future that will transform travel first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"There is no question that toxic substances leach from rubber as it degrades." Homeowner warned against installing 'terrible' landscaping feature: 'I wish I was being hyperbolic' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Learning how to identify greenwashing can help you make smart decisions about which brands to support. Costco shopper sparks debate with photo of 'eco-friendly' product in store: 'I'm actually disappointed' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
“DOE is utilizing the historic investments in President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to expand economic opportunities to ensure former coal communities can take full advantage of the clean energy transition." Biden administration announces $425 million in funding for new … | Continue reading
"I would hope that someone would take care of me if I was in the same situation." Group hit with hefty fee after helping people without homes: 'I believe that it's important to take care of everybody' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We need a global approach to controlling EDCs based on the latest science." New report raises concern over commonly used hormone-disrupting chemicals: 'There may be no safe dose for exposure' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The way cities are designed play a huge role in how people get around." City planning TikToker calls attention to discrepancy in bike infrastructure: 'An unacceptable way to build cycle paths' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The Biden administration’s new rules gradually reduce the amount of tailpipe emissions that automakers are allowed to generate. EPA issues game-changing new rule for carmakers that will affect the majority of vehicles by 2032: 'We've made historic progress' first appeared on The … | Continue reading
"Our paper might be interesting for the larger research community." Scientists use powerful supercomputer to enhance efficiency of solar technology: 'A different way to go' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Particulate pollution like PM2.5 and PM10 particles can create serious health complications. Researchers reveal harsh reality about air pollution levels that could affect hundreds of thousands of lives first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"All landscapers should learn from you!" Gardener shares unbelievable before-and-after images of lawn transformations: 'Looks fantastic' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
A survey from AAA found that 44 million drivers required vehicle repairs in 2022 due to significant pothole damage. Cracking roads have engineers warning of a 'pothole plague' — here's why it won't get better anytime soon first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
“The number of permits available at auctions will decrease every year, lowering the cap for overall emissions in the state.” Millionaire megadonor bankrolls effort to repeal one of America's most innovative climate programs: 'It doesn't have to be this way' first appeared on The … | Continue reading
"Double-check your entire body when you come inside from being outdoors." United States residents are becoming more and more susceptible to a hard-to-spot illness: 'That could be playing a role here' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I, quite frankly, was shocked at seeing the proximity of the camp to the facility." Community 'shocked' after government permits construction of toxic waste ponds near kids' camp: 'It's a kind of chemical stew ... going into these ponds' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading