Mom shares clever tips to stop burning cash on wasted food in school lunches: 'No matter how little they are'

“This is awesome." Mom shares clever tips to stop burning cash on wasted food in school lunches: 'No matter how little they are' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Woman fights against her retirement community to install more affordable energy source: 'It became my hobby'

Residents began researching financing options, grants, and tax credits to offset the initial costs. Woman fights against her retirement community to install more affordable energy source: 'It became my hobby' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Young people are embracing a new 'reducetarian' food movement — here's what that means

"The overconsumption of meat, eggs, and dairy is destroying the environment." Young people are embracing a new 'reducetarian' food movement — here's what that means first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Homeowner rebels against HOA's heavy-handed trash policy with genius workaround: 'I'm excited to have found this option'

“Every spring we also get a free bag of compost to use in our garden." Homeowner rebels against HOA's heavy-handed trash policy with genius workaround: 'I'm excited to have found this option' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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TikToker shares the simple, instantaneous trick that will salvage your broken makeup palettes: 'This is a lifesaver'

“I just used setting spray instead." TikToker shares the simple, instantaneous trick that will salvage your broken makeup palettes: 'This is a lifesaver' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Plant expert shares free hack that makes the most out of your limited garden space: 'What a good idea!'

This plant hack helps anyone with minimal gardening space grow extra plants without sacrificing space. Plant expert shares free hack that makes the most out of your limited garden space: 'What a good idea!' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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NASA puts latest solar technology to the test for an upcoming space mission: 'Big power for small spacecraft'

Better, adaptive solar options can only enhance sun-catching ability here on Earth as we transform our energy system. NASA puts latest solar technology to the test for an upcoming space mission: 'Big power for small spacecraft' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Experts dispel common myths about the impact of electric vehicles — here's what they had to say

The main benefit of EVs is that powering them up takes less of a toll on both your wallet and the planet. Experts dispel common myths about the impact of electric vehicles — here's what they had to say first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Garden expert issues vital warning about dangerous plant: 'It will take over everything in your garden that you care about'

"This is ridiculously hard to remove/kill." Garden expert issues vital warning about dangerous plant: 'It will take over everything in your garden that you care about' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Employee shares upsetting photos of wasted food after company refuses to donate it: 'This should absolutely be illegal'

"This infuriates me severely." Employee shares upsetting photos of wasted food after company refuses to donate it: 'This should absolutely be illegal' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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A multibillion-dollar rebate program for energy-efficient appliances will soon go into effect — here's who can benefit

You may want to wait just a little bit longer, because big savings could be right around the corner. A multibillion-dollar rebate program for energy-efficient appliances will soon go into effect — here's who can benefit first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Researchers make concerning discovery after observing endangered monkeys for 12 years: 'We need more studies like this'

"The importance of this study is that it is looking at the next generation." Researchers make concerning discovery after observing endangered monkeys for 12 years: 'We need more studies like this' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Woman captures terrifying moment driver starts forest fire with lit cigarette butt: 'Why are people still being so careless?'

"I keep a half full water bottle in my car to put butts in for this exact reason." Woman captures terrifying moment driver starts forest fire with lit cigarette butt: 'Why are people still being so careless?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Homeowner receives warning from city over landscaping efforts: 'An anonymous caller reported my house'

"It is really, really not that bad." Homeowner receives warning from city over landscaping efforts: 'An anonymous caller reported my house' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Researchers identify link between rampant evictions and oil industry: 'Renters are almost invariably going to lose out'

"Evictions are not just the consequence of poverty, but really are one of the leading causes of poverty." Researchers identify link between rampant evictions and oil industry: 'Renters are almost invariably going to lose out' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Homeowner receives unsolicited advice from in-law about their yard: 'Why would you ruin that beautiful scene'

"Your current lawn is beautiful. Don't change anything." Homeowner receives unsolicited advice from in-law about their yard: 'Why would you ruin that beautiful scene' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Expert homesteader shares cheap hack to limit weeds in your garden: 'It's absolutely saving the day'

"If you're drowning in weeds, too, definitely give it a try." Expert homesteader shares cheap hack to limit weeds in your garden: 'It's absolutely saving the day' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Gardener sparks discussion after sharing images of new backyard addition: 'If not done properly, these things do more harm than good'

"Just a warning do some research!" Gardener sparks discussion after sharing images of new backyard addition: 'If not done properly, these things do more harm than good' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Shopper stumbles upon cult-classic kitchen appliance at local thrift store: 'You totally hit the jackpot'

"That's the larger, more expensive model." Shopper stumbles upon cult-classic kitchen appliance at local thrift store: 'You totally hit the jackpot' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Residents applaud cancellation of highway expansion after decades of controversy: 'A terrible idea that ought not to have gained traction'

"It took years of organizing, reaching out, getting expert opinion, and coordinating a campaign." Residents applaud cancellation of highway expansion after decades of controversy: 'A terrible idea that ought not to have gained traction' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Ski instructor documents unprecedented weather phenomenon outside: 'This has never happened before'

It's a sign of bigger problems. Ski instructor documents unprecedented weather phenomenon outside: 'This has never happened before' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Expert gardener shares surprisingly simple hack to speed up tomato growth: 'I had no idea'

"This is a really handy hack." Expert gardener shares surprisingly simple hack to speed up tomato growth: 'I had no idea' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Frustrated hiker sparks conversation with plea for vital trailside etiquette: 'I can't stand it'

It's crucial to be respectful of the environment and clean up after yourself. Frustrated hiker sparks conversation with plea for vital trailside etiquette: 'I can't stand it' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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University launches new institute to address issue plaguing 1 in 10 people globally: 'Can save more lives than doctors'

The institute's researchers will address a range of issues. University launches new institute to address issue plaguing 1 in 10 people globally: 'Can save more lives than doctors' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Home cook demonstrates simple hack to elevate your next meal and save time cooking: 'That's a great idea'

"Reduce food waste and save time with this kitchen hack." Home cook demonstrates simple hack to elevate your next meal and save time cooking: 'That's a great idea' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Researchers unravel ancient process that tamed one of humanity's most important foods: 'Just think about the impact'

Beyond improved digestibility and taste, this process prevents nutrient deficiencies that can cause severe malnutrition over time. Researchers unravel ancient process that tamed one of humanity's most important foods: 'Just think about the impact' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Women-led tech venture secures $152M investment: 'No one else is doing what we're doing'

This first-of-its-kind fund fills a crucial gap. Women-led tech venture secures $152M investment: 'No one else is doing what we're doing' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Explosive new report accuses major corporations of lying for decades: 'It's clearly fraud they're engaged in'

Charges might help expose the lies to the public and end the industry’s scheme. Explosive new report accuses major corporations of lying for decades: 'It's clearly fraud they're engaged in' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Woman shares game-changing, two-ingredient cleaning tip to transform your stovetop: 'You saved me'

Many traditional household cleaning products contain potentially toxic chemicals. Woman shares game-changing, two-ingredient cleaning tip to transform your stovetop: 'You saved me' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Man shows off impressive features of decades-old kitchen appliance: 'They don't make them like they used to'

"Just when you thought you've seen everything." Man shows off impressive features of decades-old kitchen appliance: 'They don't make them like they used to' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Scientists predict new invention could spark 'battery revolution' in next 20 years: 'I am confident about that'

"There is a lot of intense research going into pushing the boundaries of battery performance." Scientists predict new invention could spark 'battery revolution' in next 20 years: 'I am confident about that' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Plant-based meat companies experiment with surprising ingredient added to products: 'There have to be alternatives'

"The way that we produce food is unsustainable." Plant-based meat companies experiment with surprising ingredient added to products: 'There have to be alternatives' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Tesla's new EV factory set to boast largest rooftop solar installation in the world: 'The first American battery manufacturer at scale is happening here'

"The first American cathode manufacturing — which is the most expensive part of the battery — is happening at Giga Texas." Tesla's new EV factory set to boast largest rooftop solar installation in the world: 'The first American battery manufacturer at scale is happening here' fir … | Continue reading


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Woman shares 'genius' tip to save jeans from major zipper issue: 'Never thought of that'

"What a great idea!" Woman shares 'genius' tip to save jeans from major zipper issue: 'Never thought of that' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Chefs transform destructive invasive animal into gourmet delight: 'It's a real easy equation'

"We got a lot of resistance from the USDA at first, which was frustrating." Chefs transform destructive invasive animal into gourmet delight: 'It's a real easy equation' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Tesla partners with Uber to offer major discounts to drivers on select models: 'Pulling out all the stops'

"We all doubted Elon when he said Teslas would be taxis, but here we are!" Tesla partners with Uber to offer major discounts to drivers on select models: 'Pulling out all the stops' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Woman shares simple trick that keeps her from throwing away money on forgotten produce: 'This hack is amazing'

“They’re not gonna go bad, and we’re not going to lose money." Woman shares simple trick that keeps her from throwing away money on forgotten produce: 'This hack is amazing' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Record-setting temperatures sweep across multiple Midwestern states — here's why experts say that's a worrying sign

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


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Homeowner left frustrated after HOA blocks money-saving home upgrade: 'Sometimes you need to take the reins'

“Look into other options that don't necessarily go on the roof..." Homeowner left frustrated after HOA blocks money-saving home upgrade: 'Sometimes you need to take the reins' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Gardener shares how to get pesky flies out of a common household appliance: 'I've managed to bring it back from the brink'

“Little flies hanging around your compost means there are too many food scraps vs. the amount of carbon." Gardener shares how to get pesky flies out of a common household appliance: 'I've managed to bring it back from the brink' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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New study reveals the simple dietary change that can reduce your risk of deadly illness by up to 50% in some cases

This builds a stronger case for the dietary change. New study reveals the simple dietary change that can reduce your risk of deadly illness by up to 50% in some cases first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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This ingenious gadget helped my family save money and reduce our food waste by 90%: 'We want this to be for everyone'

“Individual actions can lead to systems change." This ingenious gadget helped my family save money and reduce our food waste by 90%: 'We want this to be for everyone' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Homeowner discovers ingenious solution after realizing their AC is leaking: 'This seems like a win-win arrangement to me'

"I'd pull it away from the foundation a bit." Homeowner discovers ingenious solution after realizing their AC is leaking: 'This seems like a win-win arrangement to me' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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First-of-its-kind energy company plans to build new facility at retired coal plant site: 'This is incredibly symbolic'

"This is an emerging industry … I think it will build on itself." First-of-its-kind energy company plans to build new facility at retired coal plant site: 'This is incredibly symbolic' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Homeowner installs security cameras after neighbor enlists stringent HOA: 'Report them for trespassing'

"I'm tired of it." Homeowner installs security cameras after neighbor enlists stringent HOA: 'Report them for trespassing' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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State implements ban that will phase out a mainstay of cargo transportation: 'It is a big impact on my operations'

While challenges remain, the state is putting its weight behind this crucial shift. State implements ban that will phase out a mainstay of cargo transportation: 'It is a big impact on my operations' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Experts raise concerns about record-breaking phenomenon observed in Atlantic Ocean: 'It's just astonishing'

The conditions in the ocean have a dramatic effect on weather worldwide. Experts raise concerns about record-breaking phenomenon observed in Atlantic Ocean: 'It's just astonishing' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Entrepreneur invents device that turns air into potable water for communities in need: 'The atmosphere is just like your tap'

"It’s purposely designed to seek out the H2O molecule and create water for human consumption." Entrepreneur invents device that turns air into potable water for communities in need: 'The atmosphere is just like your tap' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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