"The NBA is watched by all the other American leagues." The NBA’s big update to the 2023-24 schedule is paying dividends: ‘It will be a source of inspiration’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"That's the wish of local actors." Paris officials push forward with decision for 2024 Olympics despite opposition: ‘The project continues’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Imagine my surprise when I found the original tag in the pocket!" Shopper floored after discovering price tag inside blazer purchased at thrift store: ‘Unreal’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"From bland to bliss." 5 stunning before-and-after yard photos you have to see to believe first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Whereas it used to take two expert opinions to reach a decision, today it takes five to 10." German energy regulator plans to slash red tape to expedite its power grid transition: ‘The energy transition is gathering pace’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Such a sustainability rockstar!" Parent shares clever, kid-friendly project to get rid of old crayons: ‘This is so fun’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
“Sweet! Double prizes!” Savvy thrift shopper finds ‘spectacular’ surprise inside $3 butter dish: ‘The top was taped shut’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Most homeowners could save about $120 per month on their electric bill, on average. US to reach major electricity milestone in 2024 that could save residents thousands: ‘They have had the fastest growth’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
In just 30 minutes of work, the user revealed that they made $15 for their effort. TikToker shares mind-blowing way for making money off your trash: ‘Did you know that?’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"He is paying for both sides." Homeowners sue HOA for pulling the rug from under them over money-saving modification: ‘It’s been an absolute nightmare’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We’re going to show that it can be done." Scientists are preparing to send a massive ‘shield’ into outer space: ‘It’s come to this’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Did anyone try this?" Homeowner contemplates sneaky way of bypassing HOA’s strict rules against fruit trees: ‘It’s all I got’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The monitoring systems using AI is helping to stop this and enable future-proof river management." Company deploys brilliant solution to help manage issue with invasive fish — here’s how it could save waterways first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"If you live in a poor-water area, we suggest maintenance once a year." What are tankless water heaters and why are they getting so popular? Here’s what you need to know first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"One more advantage for electric cars!" California highway patrol shares video of Tesla Semi in action on closed icy road: ‘These trucks are the real thing’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The runoff isn't great and will most likely seal up micro and macro pores in the soil on that side over time." Homeowner shares photo after renovation project jeopardizes health of massive old tree: ‘I don’t have an easy answer’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"If only there was a natural packaging of some sort." Shopper starts discussion after sharing photo of produce items for sale at local grocery store: ‘Should be illegal’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The worst kind of e-waste." Pedestrian shares concerning photo of discarded items outside school: ‘This is absolutely awful’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"As ice goes, the polar bears go." Biologists observe disturbing pattern while monitoring polar bear weight: ‘Another piece of evidence that really raises that alarm’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The move is expected to generate revenues around $175 million annually. Air passengers could be paying a new ‘green aviation’ tax starting in 2025: ‘We want to create that change’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
It's been a long time coming for the British island. New waste-to-energy plant begins test operations after 5-year delay: ‘A long-term solution’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Such a device is an ideal source of energy for a remote island, particularly one with strong currents. Group set to build ‘pioneering’ tidal energy power plant: ‘Our vision is to replicate this in several off-grid sites’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is the first survey of its kind, and what we found is that the vast majority of people do not have a clear understanding of [the issue]." Researchers raise concerns after surveying Americans about common risks: ‘A significant knowledge gap’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I've been itching to burn this hillside for about two years." Homeowner strikes discussion after setting fire on their property: ‘It was about 9 acres in total’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Shock in one place can really cause damages in faraway places, because the energy grid is so connected." Study uncovers concerning downside to hydroelectric power: ‘The effect on the power mix is actually pretty large’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Using a commonly discarded organic material such as peanut shells to make lithium-ion batteries is an elegant solution to two problems at once. Scientists develop new method for producing lithium-ion batteries using peanut shells: ‘Efforts have been made to find cheap raw materia … | Continue reading
"I can just never imagine how the people who are doing this can see themselves as anything other than the villains." Residents heartbroken after city rips out shared garden: ‘This is what they are destroying … a garden that we used to feed ourselves’ first appeared on The Cool Do … | Continue reading
While bigger is sometimes better, there are some things in our lives that could be downsized a bit. Photo of trucks parked in parking garage raises questions about today’s car culture: ‘A massive vehicle on its own’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"[It's] affecting the transport and access to essential goods and disrupting local economies." Global leaders grow concerned over extreme drought unfolding in Amazon Rainforest: ‘That can be the straw that breaks the camel’s back’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The system will allegedly cost just 20% of what a traditional metro system ordinarily costs, in part due to the savings on energy that can be generated by the sun. New photos of futuristic public transportation system stir excitement worldwide — here’s what it looks like first ap … | Continue reading
While this project will be the first development of its kind in the state, many others have started to crop up around the world. State to issue first-of-its-kind permit for new type of farm: ‘Our project is ideally-sited to deliver valuable capacity to a growing region’ first app … | Continue reading
"Not only are we bringing awareness to environmentally friendly ways to build things, but we are also bringing awareness to the bees." Woman’s eccentric hive-like home design wins $100,000 prize to build first-of-its-kind dwelling: ‘History in the making right now’ first appeared … | Continue reading
"Hospitals need to embrace ensuring a healthy environment with the same heroism they embrace curing cancer." Jane Fonda pens open letter to hospitals after facing cancer twice: ‘There are some big steps that need to be taken’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
“This is the hack you never knew you needed.” Woman demonstrates easy way to get the most out of your candles: ‘Mind blown’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The shift is long overdue. New administration makes decisive move that will affect domestic energy industry: ‘We will be looking to set an end date’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"TikTok is literally rotting people's brains." Viewers call out TikToker for product-selling post: ‘TikTok shop is getting out of hand’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Now we are really able to give anyone the understanding of what is happening around them, and really help them guard their health and wellbeing." Startup wants to add ‘smellphone’ feature with air quality sensor capabilities to phones: ‘To figure out what people are being expose … | Continue reading
"I've found interesting things in thrifted suit pockets before..." Lucky shopper makes unbelievable discovery inside pocket of thrifted suit: ‘This is the rarest of the rare’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The "dangerous and dirty" method can also release cancer-causing chemicals and acid gases into the environment. Scientists speak up to debunk a ‘dangerous deception’: ‘It has been sold and hyped as a solution’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Thanks for sharing." Expert gardener shares hack for dealing with massive piles of yard debris: ‘Not everyone gets taught things like these’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We have provided an example of a battery-less sensor that does something useful." Researchers develop battery-free technology that harvests energy from its environment: ‘[It] operates itself’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Do they have to regrade the whole yard?" Homeowner shares flooding woes after moving into new house: ‘The rain is still too much’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"There are many ways to make a better tasting cup of coffee." Shopper shares ‘unfortunate’ image after opening box of coffee pods: ‘The worst invention ever’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
As water resources continue to become more scarce as a result of human activities, "extreme" water recycling methods may become more commonplace. State officials approve critical plan to convert sewage into potable water: ‘Today heralds a new era of water reuse’ first appeared on … | Continue reading
"The real danger is that there are so many other crises around us that there is no effort left for the climate crisis." Experts raise concerns about how our environment will give rise to an ominous new era of unrest: ‘That’s the politics of the armed lifeboat’ first appeared on T … | Continue reading
"Nothing but a view of their makeshift parking lot." Resident ‘livid’ after waking up to neighbors inexplicably destroying their vital landscaping: ‘I’d seek a lawyer’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"You wouldn't wear it out of the house." Photo of clothing company’s listing for stained and worn sweatshirt sparks debate online: ‘Why does this exist?’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's been a fun process." Homeowner shares progress photos after transforming their backyard into garden teeming with plants: ‘The beginnings of a mini food forest’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading