"The world needs many more like this." A new battery storage facility in Texas continues a major shift in energy for the Lone Star State: 'An important milestone' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The lack of comprehensive cleanup plans underscores the urgency of addressing this issue. Government report sheds light on communities impacted by US nuclear weapons testing: 'What we need now is action' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It can be disheartening." Gardener shares concerns about 'misleading' labels on their plants: 'I really really wish people understood' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The Inflation Reduction Act provides homeowners a 30% tax credit for qualifying systems, which could help bring that price tag down even more. These 'geothermal' appliances could save homeowners around $1,500 a year — and they'll last for decades first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I'm having day after day of good thrift luck." Shopper stumbles upon pricey fan-favorite kitchen brand for cheap at local thrift store: 'I'm stoked for you!' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
This is one example of an oil company’s facing consequences for not meeting emissions standards. Company to pay $5 million penalty for failure to comply with Clean Air Act: 'We will continue to ... aggressively enforce violations' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
It's another piece of the puzzle for food security. Agriculture technology company develops solution to control pests without chemicals: 'A sustainable and organic solution to this pressing need' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
All this happens as we near the end of what will likely be the warmest winter on record for the continental U.S. Record-setting temperatures sweep across multiple Midwestern states — here's why experts say that's a worrying sign first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Within one week they were almost full-grown again!" Money-saving expert shares easy hack for growing seemingly endless amount of green onions: 'It's so easy' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Interaction between humans and nature should be about understanding and respect, not endangerment. Video shows harrowing attempt by tourist to get closer look at active Yellowstone geyser: 'The landscape is giving you a hint' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We are building a material as functional and accessible as traditional plastic, but derived from a benevolent resource instead." Startup set to revolutionize consumer goods with plastic packaging alternative — here's what it's made of first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Have thrown out grapes so many times and glad to have these tips now." Woman shares quick and easy ways to extend the life of your fruit: 'I hate wasting produce' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Reducing the amount of electricity your household uses is a great way to save money while benefiting the planet. Woman shares how she put a massive dent in energy bills with one simple action: 'Worked for an energy company … this is all true' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is such a neat way to get another use out of something you've already paid for." Gardener shares affordable and resourceful method to prepare for spring gardening: 'Didn't have to go buy a new thing to do the same task' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
This effort from Ford is part of unique and unlikely innovations being developed in multiple industries to make everyday products from more sustainable sources. Ford uses olive trees to build car parts in latest project: 'A material that shows no compromise in strength, dura … | Continue reading
These vintage bags sell for top dollar thanks to enduring high quality and collectibility. Shopper sparks envy after sharing photo of two luxury bags purchased from local thrift store: 'These are gems' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Shifting from dirty energy to dirt energy could be the future of power. Scientists develop new technology that generates essentially endless power from dirt: 'The fuel cell can potentially last forever' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Businesses should take responsibility for their negative impact on the planet, and waste is one issue to tackle. Study uncovers the significant impact of office practices on global waste — here's how it can be addressed first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The train could expand to more than 80 other railways covering roughly 2,000 miles of rail. Major railway breaks nationwide record with 'industry-leading' technology: 'Achieving these distances gives us great confidence' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Oh my gosh, this is the best and brightest idea." Mother shares unbelievably simple organization tip using common fridge item: 'Now that can come in handy' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Nio is expected to begin delivering the ET9 next year, and the preorder process is underway in China. Chinese automaker Nio's new 650-mile-range EV drops the gauntlet on competition — here's the latest first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"There are some pretty oddball people out there." Driver sparks outrage after sharing disturbing discovery at vehicle charging station: 'Just out of spite' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Definitely recommend using." TikToker reveals how to get 'days' worth' of makeup out of a nearly-empty jar: 'Definitely recommend using' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The thing about personal care products is that they are really hard to recycle." TikToker shares simple tip for recycling your old beauty products: 'This changes everything' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
This school is part of a new design movement seeking to make buildings a non-intrusive part of the environment. School's revolutionary design sparks global interest from architects — here's why first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The largest of the crafts designed by the project would be twice the size of a Boeing 737. Aerospace experts design liquid hydrogen-powered jet that can travel halfway around world with no layover: 'A pivotal moment' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"They need to change it." Homeowner shares frustration after HOA orders removal of all neighborhood gardens: 'This has caused quite a bit of distress for everyone' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The current state of public charging stations leaves a lot to be desired for EV drivers. New report highlights major problem with EV charger reliability: 'A lot of room for improvement' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The situation is particularly concerning because Russia accounts for nearly half of the land in the Arctic. Missing Russian data hinders scientists' ability to understand changing Arctic: 'The data is quite limited, unfortunately' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It will still fill up on the major travel holidays." Speculations build as Tesla plans to build world's largest Supercharger with pull-through stations — here's what we know first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"You definitely can make progress on this space." Homeowner shares photo of barren yard left by previous owners ahead of yard revamp: 'This is your little plot of land now' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Is it plastic or something else?" Customer confused after unwrapping 'plastic-free' sandwich: 'I didn't even notice that' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"They contacted the driver right away." Tesla dashcam captures coal-rolling encounter on video: 'Did the cops actually do something?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I've been reading nature since I was a child, but I am no longer able to decipher it." Fears grow as residents at mouth of Amazon River face troublesome phenomenon: 'Nature is revolting' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's absolutely a long game, but there are a lot of people who think this way." Town makes unprecedented decision to appoint legal guardians for nature: 'We're working within the confines of the ... legal systems' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"All for a temporary satisfaction." Frustrated botanist calls out harmful consequences of tourists' behavior: 'This happens every year' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Our primary objective was to develop a fabrication approach that enhances efficiency and stability." Scientists open new realm of efficient solar energy technology with latest research: 'Pushing the boundaries' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Preterm births can profoundly impact a child’s development and require expensive hospital care. Researchers identify factor that may have contributed to 10% of US preterm births in 2018: 'Crucial days of fetal development' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I can't wait to see things like this again in a few months!" Homeowner shares video of garden visitor they're anticipating this spring: 'This video exceeded my expectations' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is just the beginning of trying to solve a local problem for a specific group of people." Researchers make significant breakthrough to solve unmet need for potable water in Navajo Nation: 'This device can work for us' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I felt like I time traveled forward a few years." Traveler shares experience riding one of the world's fastest trains: 'Felt like you were in a spaceship' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's a lot of work, but I know we’re up for it." Students drive change in schools in one of the most powerful cities in the world: 'Our energy is not running out' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"There's so much shenanigans going on in seed mixes and just misleading language." Gardening expert calls out big box store for misleading seed labels: 'They can often contain ... species that are just outright banned' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Worsening storms or simply a lack of snow are putting the livelihoods of people who rely on winter sports at risk. Athletes face uncertain future as rising temperatures take toll on winter sports: 'It's a difficult question to answer' first appeared on The Cool Dow … | Continue reading
These hacks will eliminate or at least reduce your need for mulch, saving you money and time on lawn maintenance. Gardener shares how cardboard can protect plants from harsh weather and weeds: 'So useful!' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"They're not serious? Are they serious?" Video of tourists approaching bison at Yellowstone leaves onlookers stunned: 'Treat all bison as if they are the most dangerous' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"A new industrial revolution has been emerging in our seas undetected — until now." Scientists use space technology and AI to uncover the truth about human activity at sea: 'Helps eliminate the blind spots' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Totally going to start doing this." Homeowner shares 'game-changer' method for saving money on your next grocery bill: 'It seriously helps' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading