Woman shares delicious tip to make sure you get every last drop from your honey jar: 'I always do this'

"Great tip!" Woman shares delicious tip to make sure you get every last drop from your honey jar: 'I always do this' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Homeowner shares simple method to slash your energy bill: 'With the summer heat at full blast, our bill nearly doubled'

"It's time to make some changes." Homeowner shares simple method to slash your energy bill: 'With the summer heat at full blast, our bill nearly doubled' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Scientists discover game-changing method to recycle solar panels using less energy: 'Paving the way to a circular economy'

"The short exposures allowed layers of material to separate while remaining largely intact." Scientists discover game-changing method to recycle solar panels using less energy: 'Paving the way to a circular economy' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Shopper shares excitement after coming across high-end camera equipment sitting at garage sale: 'An absolute steal'

"No sane thrift store would sell all this for 100." Shopper shares excitement after coming across high-end camera equipment sitting at garage sale: 'An absolute steal' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Thousands evacuate in face of emergency as monstrous fire surges out of control: 'It's going to be a challenge both day and night'

The fire has injured at least eight people. Thousands evacuate in face of emergency as monstrous fire surges out of control: 'It's going to be a challenge both day and night' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Tesla's recent report on battery life is a game changer for EV owners: 'We have a reliable data set'

While all batteries in EVs experience capacity degradation, companies like Tesla are working to increase battery longevity. Tesla's recent report on battery life is a game changer for EV owners: 'We have a reliable data set' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Whirlpool is partnering up with global nonprofit to provide thousands of off-the-grid washing machines: 'It's an … empowerment engine'

It's easier to ship worldwide, and having the recipients assemble it will give them a greater understanding of how it works and how to fix it. Whirlpool is partnering up with global nonprofit to provide thousands of off-the-grid washing machines: 'It's an … empowerment engine' fi … | Continue reading


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Study finds overwhelming results after drivers ditch cars for 3 weeks: 'Illustrates the extent of change needed in society'

"This project shows many benefits." Study finds overwhelming results after drivers ditch cars for 3 weeks: 'Illustrates the extent of change needed in society' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Trail cameras capture first-of-its-kind footage of 'world's rarest' ape species: 'More than a visual success'

Rare sightings like this provide essential data and give much-needed hope for the species' survival. Trail cameras capture first-of-its-kind footage of 'world's rarest' ape species: 'More than a visual success' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Mastercard is planting millions of trees around the world — here's what you need to know

This should help promote biodiversity, mitigate polluting gases in the atmosphere, and reduce soil erosion. Mastercard is planting millions of trees around the world — here's what you need to know first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Homeowner worried after making troubling discovery in their garden: 'You should absolutely be concerned'

"They will eat every last piece of vegetation in your garden if a big enough swarm comes." Homeowner worried after making troubling discovery in their garden: 'You should absolutely be concerned' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Microsoft announces plans to invest millions in growing rainforests — here's why

There is real merit in projects that protect forests against clear and present threats or projects that plant trees. Microsoft announces plans to invest millions in growing rainforests — here's why first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Frustrated homeowner vents about neighbor choking community out with constant burning: 'That doesn't stop him from starting more fires'

"Is there anything else I can do?" Frustrated homeowner vents about neighbor choking community out with constant burning: 'That doesn't stop him from starting more fires' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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New regulation will affect over 700 military sites across the US: 'The heart of the issue is, how quickly are you going to clean it up?'

This new categorization makes it easier for the EPA to require polluters to clean up the contaminated sites. New regulation will affect over 700 military sites across the US: 'The heart of the issue is, how quickly are you going to clean it up?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Lawmakers consider creating $500M fund to bail out farmers affected by pollution: 'Farms have been contaminated through no fault of their own'

Even if American farmers received this $500 million bailout, PFAs would still pose a substantial risk to us all. Lawmakers consider creating $500M fund to bail out farmers affected by pollution: 'Farms have been contaminated through no fault of their own' first appeared on The Co … | Continue reading


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Beachgoer issues warning after spotting giant hole in the sand: 'Be responsible out there'

"People don't understand that leaving holes on the beach can suffocate people if the tide is high and they fall in." Beachgoer issues warning after spotting giant hole in the sand: 'Be responsible out there' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Former SpaceX member explains how his company plans to keep solar farms running through the night: 'Sunlight-as-a-service from space'

If successful, this could help reduce dependence on dirtier alternatives. Former SpaceX member explains how his company plans to keep solar farms running through the night: 'Sunlight-as-a-service from space' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Study makes concerning revelation about the impact of air pollution: 'Even temporary deteriorations in air quality can have immediate adverse effects'

"This awareness is crucial." Study makes concerning revelation about the impact of air pollution: 'Even temporary deteriorations in air quality can have immediate adverse effects' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Gardener shares 'beautiful' before-and-after photos of incredible lawn transformation: 'I did it all myself'

"It was a lot of work over 7 years." Gardener shares 'beautiful' before-and-after photos of incredible lawn transformation: 'I did it all myself' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Homeowner baffled by discovery of 'horrible' landscaping material left by previous homeowner: 'Best thing to do would be to dig it all out'

"Weed fabric isn't worth it." Homeowner baffled by discovery of 'horrible' landscaping material left by previous homeowner: 'Best thing to do would be to dig it all out' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Google rolls out new plastic-free design guide that could revolutionize packaging industry: 'It's a major challenge, but one that can be addressed'

"The plastic pollution crisis demands a fundamental shift in how we design, produce, use, and dispose of plastic." Google rolls out new plastic-free design guide that could revolutionize packaging industry: 'It's a major challenge, but one that can be addressed' first appeared on … | Continue reading


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Traveler shares first-class experience aboard one of the world's fastest high-speed trains: 'Worth every penny'

She traveled over 800 miles for only $200. Traveler shares first-class experience aboard one of the world's fastest high-speed trains: 'Worth every penny' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Homeowner frustrated after stumbling upon negligence from pet owners across neighborhood: 'Doing more harm than just leaving it to go naturally'

"This is how some of my neighbors dispose of their dog poop." Homeowner frustrated after stumbling upon negligence from pet owners across neighborhood: 'Doing more harm than just leaving it to go naturally' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Boaters take action after making disheartening discovery caught in ocean plastic: 'This brought tears of happiness to my eyes'

"We were just in the right place at the right time to free these beautiful creatures." Boaters take action after making disheartening discovery caught in ocean plastic: 'This brought tears of happiness to my eyes' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Locals thrilled after iconic lake reaches 'full pool' levels in time for booming tourist season: 'It's just the matter of building back'

"The marinas have said their boat slips are booked up." Locals thrilled after iconic lake reaches 'full pool' levels in time for booming tourist season: 'It's just the matter of building back' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Tesla owner discovers frustrating scene at supermarket charging station: 'It happened the day before as well'

"I called county services to get him towed." Tesla owner discovers frustrating scene at supermarket charging station: 'It happened the day before as well' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Homeowner questions landscaping order after realizing dangerous mistake: 'I'd demand a refund'

"Stick to your guns and don't let up." Homeowner questions landscaping order after realizing dangerous mistake: 'I'd demand a refund' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Parent frustrated after finding what school sends student home with: 'I'd talk to the principal and teacher'

"It's so disrespectful of families to assume that everyone can or even wants to participate in these types of things." Parent frustrated after finding what school sends student home with: 'I'd talk to the principal and teacher' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Scientists share crucial observation about the way hurricanes are changing: 'We're talking about it happening right at the coastline'

What they found is frightening for those who live in areas vulnerable to tropical storms and hurricanes. Scientists share crucial observation about the way hurricanes are changing: 'We're talking about it happening right at the coastline' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Farmers demonstrate ancient method to repurpose your excess weeds and sticks: 'So glad I found this'

"Perfect solution to my brush pile problem AND my drainage problem!" Farmers demonstrate ancient method to repurpose your excess weeds and sticks: 'So glad I found this' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Driver captures frustrating behavior of Yellowstone tourist encroaching on grazing bison: 'Can you just keep a respectful distance?'

"Not very smart." Driver captures frustrating behavior of Yellowstone tourist encroaching on grazing bison: 'Can you just keep a respectful distance?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Nonprofit is using new technology in schools to give students a firsthand look at tidal power: 'An important part of our work'

"It gives us a chance to take our story out to local children and young people." Nonprofit is using new technology in schools to give students a firsthand look at tidal power: 'An important part of our work' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Gardener shares method to easily 'save a fortune' on planters using old office materials: 'This is a fantastic idea'

"We just did this and they turned out amazing!" Gardener shares method to easily 'save a fortune' on planters using old office materials: 'This is a fantastic idea' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Government officials ignore scientific evidence to allow unnecessary killings of wild animals: 'I can find no justification'

Scientists around the globe are giving assistance to a number of other species in a race to preserve biodiversity. Government officials ignore scientific evidence to allow unnecessary killings of wild animals: 'I can find no justification' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Unusual phenomenon in plants could help predict a devastating natural disaster: 'A reliable early-warning indicator'

These weather events have led to extreme economic loss and crop failure, endangering our food supply. Unusual phenomenon in plants could help predict a devastating natural disaster: 'A reliable early-warning indicator' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Worker seeks advice on best use for old polos after company's ridiculous apparel policy: 'I really don't want to throw them away'

"I've used one or two for dish rags and cleaning, but I’ve still got about 8-10 left over." Worker seeks advice on best use for old polos after company's ridiculous apparel policy: 'I really don't want to throw them away' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Colorado River water rights sale by private company might set a dangerous precedent: 'We've opened Pandora's box'

"If I could buy Colorado River water rights, that's more valuable than owning oil in this country at this stage." Colorado River water rights sale by private company might set a dangerous precedent: 'We've opened Pandora's box' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Dad shares simple way to clean your coffee pot using just one household ingredient: 'You don't need harsh chemicals'

"Thank you, this worked well." Dad shares simple way to clean your coffee pot using just one household ingredient: 'You don't need harsh chemicals' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Shopper shocked by price tag on barely used high-end electronic at local thrift store: 'They last a very long time'

"This one had everything in the box." Shopper shocked by price tag on barely used high-end electronic at local thrift store: 'They last a very long time' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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South Korean experts unlock the power of air and salt in breakthrough battery science: 'A much higher discharge potential'

For now, the team in South Korea is going to try to stay ahead of battery demand with cutting-edge science. South Korean experts unlock the power of air and salt in breakthrough battery science: 'A much higher discharge potential' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Tesla's new Powerwall hits major milestone in Europe: 'A game-changer for energy storage'

"A single Powerwall is now enough for most homes." Tesla's new Powerwall hits major milestone in Europe: 'A game-changer for energy storage' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Homeowner stunned after HOA sends violation notice over allegedly dead landscaping: 'They're very green for dead things'

The only assumption is that there must be some confusion with the xeriscaped yard. Homeowner stunned after HOA sends violation notice over allegedly dead landscaping: 'They're very green for dead things' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Officials rejoice as salmon spawn for first time in 100 years following dam removal project: 'It's very rewarding'

"They became sort of local celebrities really." Officials rejoice as salmon spawn for first time in 100 years following dam removal project: 'It's very rewarding' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Induction stoves are safer, especially if you have children — here's why

They are also a healthier choice for your home. Induction stoves are safer, especially if you have children — here's why first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Customer upset after opening box of 'compostable' coffee pods: 'It's infuriating and it seems like nobody cares'

"The customer doesn't see it." Customer upset after opening box of 'compostable' coffee pods: 'It's infuriating and it seems like nobody cares' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Outraged pedestrian sparks debate after sharing photo of illegal parking: 'I had assumed that it was a local problem'

"This kind of thing is commonplace in NYC." Outraged pedestrian sparks debate after sharing photo of illegal parking: 'I had assumed that it was a local problem' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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City sets global precedent with weekly car ban that closes several roads: 'It's really important'

"There's something about the tranquility and how it frees you. You can really feel it." City sets global precedent with weekly car ban that closes several roads: 'It's really important' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Experts illuminate reasoning behind unexpected cicada behavior: 'They come up in massive numbers'

"The predators can eat every cicada they want, and there's still millions left to reproduce." Experts illuminate reasoning behind unexpected cicada behavior: 'They come up in massive numbers' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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