"At what point does the 'mulch' become structural?" Local shares photo of neighbor's concerning landscaping design with potentially dire effects: 'That poor tree' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This should be illegal." Employee shares photo highlighting major issue with store's meat department: 'What is wrong with this company?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
“When do you think being a consumer will stop being glamorized?” Social media user disturbed after coming across bizarre ad disguised as normal post: 'Unnerving in a way I can't explain' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The problem is expected to get worse as more satellites are launched." Scientists sound alarm about satellites that could widen holes in Earth's atmosphere: 'Only in recent years have people started to think this might become a problem' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The new regulation aims to offer vital protections by setting two heat triggers. Biden administration proposes regulation to protect millions of Americans at work: 'Could not be more urgently needed' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"There are actually only a few places where purposefully releasing balloons is illegal." Expert diver issues warning after discovering deadly item floating in ocean: 'Should really be banned' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We can do this. That's not the problem." Researchers propose game-changing solution to power South Pole: 'One of the most extreme places on the planet' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The new study adds to a body of research focusing on the health impacts of PFAS. Scientists raise concerns after study suggests dangerous chemicals are lurking in popular foods: 'They're everywhere' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The bees are enjoying the early flowers." Gardener shares stunning result photos after growing native flower patch in front yard: 'So pretty' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The new train could significantly cut down on pollution. China reveals first-of-its-kind passenger train with game-changing features: 'Towards a greener, low-carbon future' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
He could be charged with second-degree arson. Authorities arrest man after he allegedly sparked devastating forest fire with illegal fireworks: 'Be mindful of the heightened fire danger' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This guy is either incredibly ignorant or he's deliberately trying to mislead his audience." Doctoral candidate debunks fossil fuel claims peddled by podcaster: 'We have so many alternative energy sources now' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Exactly why we can't have nice things." Tesla owner returns to frustrating scene after charging car overnight: 'Seeing this more and more' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I urge all Oregonians to follow the instructions ... have an evacuation plan, prepare a go-kit, and stay aware of changing conditions." Governor declares state of emergency until October in face of monstrous fires ripping through miles of land: 'Growing at a concerning pace' fir … | Continue reading
"Retains moisture and warmth, improves soil fertility, promotes useful microorganisms, and reduces the need for tilling, watering and weeding." Garden expert breaks down 'ancient' method to reuse your excess plant materials: 'Works beautifully' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The company showcased the abilities of its new product via a demonstration with Chevrolet's new electric Silverado at a Beverly Hills mansion. GM launches major new way to use your car as a home generator — and it's able to power a house for days first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Sucks you have to explain ... to the HOA." Homeowner confused after HOA sends notice demanding removal of landscaping: 'Why do they think it's dead?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This one hurts." Conservation police make upsetting discovery in state park: 'Sometimes words aren't enough to express our disappointment' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We are deeply saddened that it has come to this point." Activists condemn federal officials' 'doomed' plan to kill hundreds of thousands of owls: 'Must be taken off the table' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Usually, when you prune a tomato plant, you want to remove the suckers. Gardener issues PSA about common tomato plant 'topping' mistake: 'Not all is lost' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"People ask all the time, 'How do you get your protein, what do you eat?'" Here's what 'Free Solo' climber Alex Honnold eats in a day first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Genius and entertaining." Woman shares easy DIY cat toy putting old toilet paper rolls to good use: 'It's perfect to keep them busy for a while' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Musk sent a memo to workers in April telling them that 10% of the staff was being let go. How Tesla layoffs affect America's EV charging station expansion program: 'It's going to delay … rollout' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Some day we're going to look back and wonder how we ever thought this way of doing things would last." Festival goer makes 'awful' discovery at bottom of their drink: 'I don't want flux residue and leftover coating chemicals in my drink' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's projects like this that can really help to stop biodiversity loss." Scientists implement clever restoration method to lure endangered newt species to ancient wetlands: 'It is absolutely critical' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The system can be set up in irrigation canals and similar waterways. Major cell company launches first-ever trial of hydropower technology: 'So simple it can be manufactured with a 3D printer' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We don't just replace a thermal engine with an electric motor." Startup raises eyebrows with game-changing prototype for electric tractors: 'We had to rethink the tractor entirely' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"About time." Mobile car care company unveils brand new 'supercharger on wheels': 'An important part of the puzzle' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I've done this today with 6 slices of bread that was going to go in the bin." Chef shares how to revive old, stale bread to get your money's worth: 'So clever and delicious' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
It's a great way to make more use of items that would likely end up in a landfill. DIYer sparks conversation with alternative use for snack canisters: 'This is brilliant' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Has been on my non-priority list for quite some time now." Photographer overwhelmed after discovering high-end professional camera at local estate sale: 'I am thrilled' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The project is exciting with its potential to address a wide range of environmental concerns. Factory in Finland replaces component of lithium batteries with new material from trees: 'Abundantly available' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Talk about making every square inch count. City officials develop plan to harness energy from cemeteries — here's how first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The power efficiency benefits are not up for debate." Physicist uncovers critical flaw in modern GPUs, presents revolutionary new alternative: 'People are most interested in the energy-efficiency angle' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Well played!" Homeowner sets precedent in neighborhood after taking on HOA over solar panel installation debacle: 'They've had free rein for years of just pushing people around' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Shows that arguments about 'installing solar panels on farm land prevents it being used for farming' are incorrect." Community solar scheme enlists help of sheep for land upkeep: 'It's important to find opportunities' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We're watching species and populations blink out." New study uncovers promising weakness of deadly disease that's wiped out 90 species: 'Unprecedented pandemic of wildlife' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"A swarm of different technologies are beginning to radically change how we inhabit and navigate our cities." Toyota to soon welcome first residents to its autonomous 'smart city' featuring new green technologies: 'Innovations that will redefine the future of mobility' first appe … | Continue reading
"It's never going to be eradicated." Homeowner faces infuriating issue with neighbor's invasive landscaping: 'We are not having any luck working with them on removal' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"They get everywhere!" Image of single-use vapes found on ground sparks outrage: 'Two in my yard the other day' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
It's the result of ambitious programs to curb planet-warming air pollution. Here are the tips and tricks to snag free money from the government by switching to solar first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The value of pollination of plants by insects is nearly incalculable." Officials urge policy action after drastic plummet in insect populations: 'We are legislating in the dark' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Given the potential benefit, perhaps some clever minds can find ways to mitigate the practical challenges." Researchers make compelling case for transforming existing dams with solar panel modifications: 'Floating solar field is growing quickly' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Life goals right here." Gardener shares 'beautiful' progress photos of yard turned prairie: 'How can someone want ... grass with a view like this' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"With every tenth of a degree of ocean warming, we get closer and closer to passing this tipping point." Scientists sound the alarm after new research points to growing invisible threat putting coastal cities at risk: 'We need very dramatic action' first appeared on The Cool Down … | Continue reading
"This gene drive-based approach thus seeks to balance crop protection and environmental considerations." Chinese researchers make genetic breakthrough that could change the future of agriculture: 'Powerful and transformative strategy' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Did I do the right thing?" Resident questions groundskeepers' landscaping decision with concerning consequence: 'Many are dying' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Every resident who spoke at the public hearing before the vote expressed their displeasure. Local residents condemn billionaire's attempts to bypass wildlife protection rules for new luxury development: 'A process of enabling deception and dishonesty' first appeared on The Cool D … | Continue reading