While 150 mph definitely seems fast, it's nowhere near as fast as other true high-speed trains around the world, especially in China. Video demonstrates 'full speed' of the fastest train in America: 'Nothing like [it]' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We have smelled the chemicals in the air, we have followed the boil advisories, and we have heard the well pad traffic and brine trucks filling otherwise empty streets each night." Ohio resident shares evidence against oil and gas industry after expansion in own backyard: 'My ne … | Continue reading
Protecting ice cores is "key to providing scientific advances." Scientists sound the alarm after testing samples found deep inside melting glacier: 'Some of the expected chemical signatures were missing' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I grew them last year & they were so big by the end of the season. Thanks for reminding me to plant them again!" Garden expert explains 'sacrificial' plant that keeps pests at bay and helps pollinators: 'An absolute must-grow' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"There is absolutely no reason to be this close." Bystander records tourist risking safety for close-up photo of bison: 'Fine them and ban them from National Parks' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It is often very non-glorious things that make the difference." Engineers are turning roads into 'green' infrastructure with game-changing benefits: 'Once there is a road, there is everything' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Being mindful of your energy use is what's most important. Expert shares surprisingly simple hack to shave money off your next electric bill: 'It adds up' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Chickens must be really happy now!" Proud homesteader shares progress photos of building functional chicken coop for under $10: 'Looks better than some [pricey] coops' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I'm sure this violates several ordinances." Tenant shares photo of landlord's concerning 'open air' laundry room: 'Powered by an extension cord' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Faster, cleaner battery recycling methods could propel an already growing industry. Scientists advance methods to recycle lithium-ion batteries with new remedy: 'Can pave the way for greater recovery of battery critical materials' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Usually I don't blink when I see a Louis Vuitton bag at a thrift store because they are always fake." Shopper stumbles upon 'perfect' Louis Vuitton bag hiding on store shelves at thrift store: 'The stitching gives it away as real' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Having a U.S.-based plant to produce critical battery elements could help more EVs qualify for tax credits. Japanese firm invests $500 million in US EV battery component manufacturing project that'll create hundreds of jobs: 'Significant economic impact' first appeared on The Coo … | Continue reading
Making renewable energy projects as safe as possible for wildlife is critical, and solutions such as these can help. Research finds wind turbines are threatening bird and bat populations — but experts have some incredibly simple solutions first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We wanted to make it modern, we wanted to keep that style and break the idea of the house being old and farm style." Group of college students builds game-changing sustainable home aimed at combating housing crisis — see inside first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Parents should take note. Study uncovers surprising link between children's bone health and where they live: 'Critical periods of growth and development' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
It's not the first time that an HOA has stood between a homeowner and the EV or charging station they wanted. Homeowner struggles with HOA over $1 million insurance requirement for EV charger: 'It has been impossible to get this' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Cleaning and restoration can only seriously begin after we have brought the situation under control." Capsized barge finally stops month-long oil spill off coast of Caribbean islands: 'The hydrocarbon discharge ... has stopped' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The SEC's ruling is already receiving pushback, with some arguing that the rules go too far and others saying they don't go far enough. Government agency draws ire after finalizing rules on disclosure for public companies: 'Thanks to corporate lobbying' first appeared on The Cool … | Continue reading
This situation highlights the consequences of prioritizing low-maintenance landscaping over the health of living plants. Parent concerned after being made aware of landscaping issue at child's school: '[It] is far more dangerous than dirt' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The more processing a product goes through and the more material is used to make it, the more it costs. Grocery shopper shares photo of questionable product found in produce section: 'Companies should be fined' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Researchers urged a reconsideration of the grander question of transportation. Scientists find disturbing concentrations of tire pollution in urban waterways: 'We need to look at the big picture' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We have followed the science and listened to communities to fulfill our responsibility to safeguard public health from this pollution." The government is cracking down on a widely used medical sterilization method known to be carcinogenic — here's how it could affect your health … | Continue reading
"Thank you for trying to bring awareness!" Expert explains the problematic truth behind balloon releases: 'There are so many other ways' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We believe that in time offshore wind farms will have multiple uses, with seaweed being one of them." World's first seaweed and offshore wind combo farm gets green light: 'The Formula 1 of seaweed production' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
While the full health effects of microplastics are still a mystery, early signs point to potential risks. Scientists face uncertainty while examining health consequences of microplastics: 'We need to act before we have all the answers' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Thank you for your service." Proud homeowner shares progress photos after removing tree from property: 'It has to be done quickly' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I'm so mad someone thought this would be a good idea!" Gardener overwhelmed by 'nightmare' task of removing landscaping faux pas from yard: 'Is there a smarter way?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"All of the things humans are doing to these systems ... are creating a complex series of interactions that are going to influence big things that people care about." Scientists raise concerns about 'unseen negative effects' after examining zooplankton in Great Lakes: 'These syst … | Continue reading
"You can put up solar panels, install our storage system and be able to heat the greenhouse overnight with energy collected during the day." Engineers develop ultra-efficient electricity storage method using piles of rocks — here's how it works first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Time to start returning fire." Neighbors call out 'one-person HOA' after complaining to city about mild code violations: 'Stop wasting the city's time and money' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The request supports FTA's ability to fund transit infrastructure enhancements." Biden administration proposes billion-dollar plan that would revolutionize the way Americans travel — here's what it entails first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
With this no-dig hack, you don't have to have a green thumb to get started with gardening. Gardener shares genius no-dig method for creating new garden beds: 'You can plant into it straight away' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
This is just another example of drought threatening a major metropolitan area with water shortage. New satellite images reveal concerning effect of years-long drought: 'The situation is disastrous' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is brilliant." Gardener shares simple tip for unlimited supply of strawberry plants: 'Free is always a fabulous thing' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"What kind of person does this?" Woman causes traffic jam at Yellowstone National Park after abandoning car for closer look at bear: 'Traffic backed up for miles' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The experts feel this is the start of developing an easy-to-grow, low-cost protein source, among other products. Former chef turned bioengineer unlocks major potential of novel food technology using fungi: 'It's a thrilling new avenue' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Achieving the distinct cheesecake flavor was a challenge." Ben & Jerry's unveils brand new ice cream flavor after years of trial and error: 'We tested 70 different formulas' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The propane industry is trying to win over younger generations with deceptive marketing tactics. Leaked recordings reveal how propane industry is attempting to deceive the public: 'Their latest greenwashing scheme' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Many traditional household cleaning products contain potentially toxic chemicals. Dog mom warns about common cleaning practice that could put your pets at risk: '[It] can be absorbed through their paws' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Those savings can really add up over the lifetime of an appliance. Your clothes dryer could be majorly draining your home's energy — here's what to do about it first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I impulse bought it." Shopper shocked after reading label inside vintage clothing bought from local thrift store: 'Keep keep keep!' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Almost every grower we spoke to said the same thing: They didn't know how much of the chemicals they sprayed were on their plants." New AI-powered system could revolutionize the way farmers grow and monitor their crops: 'We are taking the blindfold off' first appeared on The Coo … | Continue reading
This system will play a key role in Google's plans to eliminate its carbon footprint by 2030. Massive new power source grants Google data center incredible energy storage — here's how it will work first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Once the entire prototype is complete, it will be installed on the Oceanic Platform of the Canary Islands, a little under two miles off the coast. Consortium of companies design oceanic energy-creation technology that can bring power to remote islands: 'The perfect opportunity' f … | Continue reading
It's a shame for Tesla fans in the European Union. Tesla reveals Cybertruck likely won't be sold in Europe — here are three crucial reasons why first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Your sink is going to be sparkling after this helpful hack. Cleaning expert reveals how to remove stubborn stuck-on grime from your kitchen sink: 'I do this all the time' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
“The line is quite drastic.” Resident shares 'drastic' image of difference in mowed and unmowed land: 'This is what mowing does to a grassland' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
“Do you really want to expose your kids to that?” Expert explains the hidden health risk posed by gas stoves: 'It's like having a tailpipe ... directly piped into your house' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading