“Thankfully I was able to connect with a company who upcycles the life vest material into fun and practical products.” United Airlines employee figures out how to turn thousands of expired life jackets into bags and backpacks: 'I wanted to find a more creative solution' first app … | Continue reading
"My mom used to call the one in our yard the ‘garbage tree’ and treated it like a weed." Homeowner raises questions after finding unknown plant sprouting over yard: 'Almost indestructible and grows without fail' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
In Europe, beekeepers have found a novel solution to the marauding wasps. Beekeepers develop surprisingly simple solution to fight major invasive species wreaking havoc on hives: 'Its effectiveness was staggering' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The situation with [them] can serve as a cautionary tale." Scientists sound alarm after observing worrisome behavior shift in world's most isolated whale species: 'No area of the world's oceans is untouched' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Why would you dump your trash in an archeological site?" Visitor makes upsetting discovery littered around ancient archeological site: 'So depressing' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It just takes time, whenever we get a rainfall event, for water to leave the system." Officials optimistic after major lake system reaches highest levels since 2020: 'At this point, everything is open' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The study showed that water temperatures rise days, weeks, and even months before and after marine heat waves. Study uncovers troubling pattern in marine heat waves in major US bay: 'Everybody really cares about the health of the bay' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"They are naturally breeding now, which is fantastic." Conservation efforts lead to 'fantastic' comeback of critically endangered frog species: 'Doing much better' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Studies show that our warming world increases the frequency and intensity of deadly heat waves. State officials report disturbing death toll amid heat wave: 'We are looking at the potential for breaking more records' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I like him, but he’s honestly my biggest gardening impediment." Gardener shows off second-year results of 'amazing' prairie lawn conversion: 'It's looking great' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This may be your first or only time to the park, but you don't want it to end in tragedy." Photographer shares disheartening video of tourists blatantly disregarding safety rules at national park: 'Please heed the warnings!' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Keeping wild horses in captivity is like keeping the fire department in jail during fire season." Resident spearheads ambitious plan to relocate wild horses to fight wildfires: 'They naturally protect forests, wildlife, watersheds and wilderness systems' first appeared on The Co … | Continue reading
"It will be exciting to see how the sturgeons affect life in the river." Fish species returns to river after vanishing over a century ago: 'This is a fantastic start' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It’s a challenge for the harbors of tomorrow, or even today." Major port installs submersible careening dock capable of recovering wastewater: 'Technologies must be increasingly virtuous in terms of water consumption' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The project has negative embodied carbon on completion, as more carbon has been sequestered in its production than emitted." Award-winning architecture practice develops first-of-its-kind student housing — here's what makes it so remarkable first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"By participating in this event, we aim to prove that electric vehicles are built for endurance and can go the distance." Engineering company turns heads with 800-mile journey in all-electric 18-wheeler: 'The world's biggest electric road trip' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"In the beginning, people of faith were really, really being courageous." Churches are making electrifying changes as 'creation care' trend sweeps across nation: 'I expect … it's really going to boom' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Always look for them at the thrifts." Shopper sparks jealousy after sharing unbelievable price for high-end wine glasses found at thrift store: 'Phenomenal deal' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The platform is still in beta, but it's already being put to use. Nonprofit revolutionizes pollution tracking using orbital observation tool: 'Will help communities go after compensation for the harm caused by these spills' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We are in the earliest stage of a global transition to sustainable energy use." New hydrofoiling vessel will revolutionize the future of marine transportation: 'More like flying than sailing' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The most blatantly ironic tragedy I've seen in a while." Resident calls out irony of billboard for new housing development in cleared forest: 'It's sickening' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
A better recycling method could reduce that amount, as well as bring down the price of steel for everyone. Researchers create game-changing recycling method that could revolutionize the steel industry: 'A practical and easily implementable way to recycle steel' first appeared on … | Continue reading
"I couldn't believe how well it worked!" Gardener reveals amazing trick to easily heal broken plant stems: 'Works like a charm every time' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We will create new ponds for dragonflies and amphibians whilst also planting trees to encourage a greater diversity of species and create habitat for woodland wildlife." Multimillion-dollar restoration project aims to restore rare species habitats in urban spaces: 'An exciting o … | Continue reading
At the very least, it's "progress on the road to more efficient utilization of solar energy." Researchers design novel light-harvesting method to increase solar cell efficiency by over 35%: 'It can absorb [a lot] of light energy in a relatively thin layer' first appeared on The C … | Continue reading
"Dyed mulch is one of the greatest horticultural atrocities known to man." Homeowner shares concerning photo of their landscaping blunder: 'I would be more concerned about your trees' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's strange with how digital our world is." Customer questions perplexingly long receipt after store visit: 'It doesn't make any sense' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The legislation aims to modernize the energy permitting system without compromising environmental or safety standards. Minnesota governor signs new law to reform state's energy permitting process: 'We knocked off 18 months or more from the construction timeline' first appeared on … | Continue reading
You get peace of mind and more money in your bank account, and the planet gets a little cooler and safer for everyone. The government wants to give you up to $840 to upgrade your kitchen — here's why first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's crazy and incredibly ironic that we're leaning on a Texas staple like Whataburger to tell us where the electricity is." Texas man finds unexpected solution in Whataburger app during statewide power outages: 'It doesn't get more Texas than that' first appeared on The Cool Do … | Continue reading
"Usually, you only have one shot — one chance to grab an animal — because then they will be spooked." Wildlife officials issue PSA after alarming rise in marine animal distress calls: 'Human negligence's devastating impact on local wildlife' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Now it's growing under the foundation of our home and popping up on the turf where my kids play." Homeowner shares nightmare experience after neighbors' plant invades backyard and damages foundation: 'Take it to small claims court' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Can't believe someone would be so careless." Homeowner contemplates options after company vehicle destroys old tree: 'I would absolutely sue them' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"There is still hope in the solutions we can adopt." Survey shows disturbing trend in mental health among Americans: 'We know our mental state is not immune' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Everything is native to the eastern half of the U.S." Gardener reveals 'fantastic' before-and-after photos after turning front lawn into garden oasis: 'This is amazing' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Do I sue?" Frustrated homeowner seeks advice after suspecting neighbor killed giant tree on property: 'It was poisoned' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's an easy thing to do." Snowboarder issues PSA after spotting concerning trend among tourists: 'It's something you should do everywhere' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The Rancho Fire led to the evacuation of 1,000 people, who were later able to return to their homes while monitoring the ongoing risk. Over a thousand evacuations ordered as multiple wildfires surge out of control: 'Any new fire will grow very quickly' first appeared on The Cool … | Continue reading
"It can grow from the tiniest of shreds." Homeowner concerned after pulling up notoriously aggressive plant from their lawn: 'Make sure you don't leave any pieces' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Unfortunately our landscapers were picked by our contractor before we bought the house." Homeowner raises concerns after viewing landscaper's so-called 'perfect' method: 'They are denying this is a concern' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"That is so freaking pretty." Gardener sparks inspiration with amazing video of 'dreamy' method used to manage excess rain: 'I wanna make one now' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is an initiative that adds value to our commitment." Burger King announces game-changing update for select restaurants: 'To make our business model even more energy efficient' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's running a 240-volt welder, and I've also got another pigtail going off to a plasma cutter behind it." Farmer captures Tesla Cybertruck's unbelievable new features on camera: 'A truck that is used for work!' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Any disposable electronics laying around just adds to more waste and danger to the health and safety of everyone and the planet." Photo of animal carrying disposable vape litter in its mouth sparks outrage online: 'Disgusted and sad' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Then fill with good dirt and start planting." Gardener seeks advice on whether to use questionable product in raised garden bed: 'Weeds are gonna happen' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I had always wanted to do this, but it took years." Homeowner thrilled to share aftermath photos transforming front yard into 'food forest': 'You can grow a ton in a small space' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's terrible seeing people collapse on the street." Worst heat wave in years poses massive health risk, leaving morgues overwhelmed: 'It feels like living in a furnace' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Looks great!" Homeowner receives praise after sharing photos of vibrant pollinator garden: 'This is very encouraging' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading