"We couldn't believe it when we found the burrows!" Conservationists celebrate return of rare seabird decades after its disappearance: 'It was so thrilling to discover these' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It makes me wonder..." Expert diver uncovers upsetting trend while cleaning up ocean garbage: 'It's always so sad to see' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is no stranger to controversy. Police search for vandals after discovering spray paint across 34 new Cybertrucks: 'Vandalism is not acceptable' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
By snipping away at strands in the food web, massive shifts in feeding patterns will creep up the food chain — all the way to humans. Marine biologists make disturbing discovery after examining annual ocean phenomenon: 'It's like we're just documenting extinction' first appeared … | Continue reading
"Did someone witness them doing this?" Residents outraged after parkgoers vandalizes one of the largest trees in park: 'There should be criminal charges' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"You [think] it's just one plant, but you are not the only person who thinks you are an exception to the rule." Homeowner grapples with neighborly dispute over invasive plants taking over: 'You are actively harming the environment' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The dust was visible on satellite imagery as far west as Arizona. Scientists stunned after incredible 'haboob' event captured by satellite imagery: 'Largest ... I've observed in 20 years' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It contains up to 10 times the minerals of land-based plants." Gardener shares 'amazing' soil nutrient hack using common aquatic plant: 'It even repels slugs' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Call parks or fish and game when you see this, so maybe they can catch them in the act." National park tourists harass wild elk with illegal drone: 'Complete ignorance and lack of common sense' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The pilot program is an expansion of a similar test last year that Starbucks ran on its own. Starbucks announces major change to its to-go cups — here's why it matters first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
By choosing to reuse, you're actively reducing the demand for planet-polluting plastic bags. Woman shares 'genius' hack to easily make reusable bags from old T-shirts: 'This would be so good for produce bags' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The bills' opponents say a few small changes would assuage their concerns, and negotiations are currently underway. Lawmakers in fight to pass legislation that could thwart 2040 energy goals: 'Very clearly a nightmare' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Each outfit represents the various ways that waste from the fashion industry damages the environment. Fashion show held at site visible from space — and it's shining light on 'a global sacrifice zone' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
This solar-aquaculture integration demonstrates how solar panels can do more than just generate clean power. Experts discover game-changing benefit of installing solar panels at aquaculture farms: 'A win-win solution' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Some of the best options for a cost-effective and green building project are ancient discoveries reimagined for a modern world. Six ancient building technologies that are making a big comeback first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"100% literally one of the safest cars in the world!" EV-driving mom shares why Teslas are the perfect family vehicles: 'Best car I've ever had' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"There will likely be heated debates on this kind of interventions." Study makes groundbreaking observation on children's health after living in low-emission zone: 'We compare children born before and after the introduction of the driving ban' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
They said the vice president of the association attempted to argue about the issue and threatened to involve the HOA's attorneys. Homeowner shares experience fighting HOA over home renovation protected by state law: 'They don't bother me now' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It is doable." Study shows saving just over 1% of land could stop extinction of thousands of species: 'We have to be doing a much better job' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Small improvements are the goal: Just start somewhere. Concerned mom shares her sustainable alternatives to common household products — from wipes to 'the ultimate set' of glass storage containers first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The ones we get are going to be bigger and stronger." Climate scientist responds to commenter questioning changes to hurricanes: 'Putting us all at risk' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
It's already being trialed at an affordable housing project. Scientists unveil revolutionary heat pump that doesn't use air: 'At the heart of it is the same technology' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Choose where you put this plant wisely!" Resident warned about neighbor's 'pretty vine' planted in their yard: 'It is nearly impossible to get rid of' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"They've really become popular because they are flush with the roof." This barely visible solar panel alternative is skyrocketing in popularity first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Gross, we just can't have nice things." Mountaineer shares disturbing view on top of Mount Everest: 'People have managed to turn the top of the world into a garbage bin' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I know all our supermarkets don't have this feature." Baffled shopper questions common recycling label on many products: 'There must be a better way' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The progress of the transition is slow, but the big picture masks diverse energy stories playing out across different geographies." New report raises concern about surge in country's dirty energy usage: 'We hope that this report will help governments, world leaders, and analysts … | Continue reading
The extinction of the right whale, or indeed any other whale species, would have significant environmental impacts. Researchers make worrisome discovery after observing critically endangered whale species: 'Impacts calf production' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"You've got video evidence of repeated offenses." Resident outraged after catching neighbor dumping garbage into nearby pond: 'Seriously, please report this' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The biofuel produced by Mash Makes is carbon-negative and could play a crucial role in slashing pollution across large industries as production is scaled up. Newly trialed biofuel from bio-based wastes promises to revolutionize shipping: 'We're excited to be part of this journey' … | Continue reading
The study estimates that 33.3% of the premature deaths were associated with stroke. Researchers identify alarming phenomenon associated with over 100 million premature deaths: 'This highlights the need to understand' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Much better than plain, old, boring grass!" Proud homeowner shares breathtaking photo after their front lawn transformation: 'Enchanting' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The Maritime Executive reported that the fire burned through 3,000 acres of pine forest, requiring six aircraft and two firefighting teams. Authorities arrest 13 on private yacht for allegedly sparking devastating forest fire: 'We are outraged' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"There's always going to be a risk of poaching." Officials astounded after birth of critically endangered rhino once on the brink of extinction: 'The program to protect them has really grown' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The skyrocketing numbers led the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to issue a warning in June. Scientists issue critical warning after serious disease threatens to spread across borders and into US: 'The storm's comin', folks' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's going to be a great use of an underutilized area." Officials revive iconic city lake: 'It's already a place that is drawing wildlife' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This [is] so depressing." Resident sparks debate about city development after sharing image of 'colossal' structure looming over suburban neighborhood: 'We weren't made to live like this' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Perovskite solar cells are kind of the holy grail of this new solar cell technology." Researchers unveil breakthrough solar energy structure that is significantly cheaper than traditional solar panels: 'The holy grail' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This knowledge could serve as a blueprint for creating climate-resilient food systems." Scientists use ancient plant DNA to make breakthrough that could advance how we grow food: 'The initial results … are breathtaking' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Big-box stores take advantage of people's lack of knowledge." Customer calls out big-box garden centers for selling problematic products to unsuspecting customers: 'In what world is this OK?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The discovery could have far-reaching implications in agriculture and horticulture. Scientists uncover breakthrough technology that could save fruit crops from devastating frosts: 'A valuable tool for … ensuring food security' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Vulnerable people will continue to die and the cost of living will continue to increase." Scientists warn dangerous and widespread weather phenomenon is becoming 35 times more likely: 'Will only get worse' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Instead of throwing it away, collect it." Gardener shares natural fertilizer hack using an unexpected item in your fridge: 'I didn't know that' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Being able to volunteer and make a difference is really important." New tree-planting program aims to cool down neighborhoods with an unexpected asset: 'A vital part of our clean energy future' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Two gifts in one!" Shopper shares surprisingly easy thrift store hack for 'beautiful' gift wrapping: 'This is such a good idea' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Politics often have a direct impact on environmental progress. More than 200 business leaders sound alarm over unsettling moves by new governor: 'The very future of our state is at stake' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I dropped my super expensive blush yesterday and I couldn't bring myself to throw it away, well now I'm glad I didn't!" Beauty enthusiast shares expert way to salvage broken makeup: 'You are a godsend' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The suit is part of a larger effort by the city to take legal action against corporations that it deems responsible for pollution and other problems. City files suit against major companies, blaming their products for environmental damages: 'They must be held accountable' first a … | Continue reading