Homeowner met with warnings after sharing photo of wildflower garden: 'I would watch it for expansion'

It didn't take long before others pointed out that they had made a key mistake. Homeowner met with warnings after sharing photo of wildflower garden: 'I would watch it for expansion' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Researchers unveil innovative technology that outperforms conventional solar panels using both sun and 'cold universe' energy: 'A key renewable energy technology'

"Even on a hot day, the radiative cooler is cold to the touch." Researchers unveil innovative technology that outperforms conventional solar panels using both sun and 'cold universe' energy: 'A key renewable energy technology' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Scientists make breakthrough in research that could transform how we grow tomatoes — here's how it could affect other crops

The crops that the world relies on for food are becoming increasingly difficult to grow. Scientists make breakthrough in research that could transform how we grow tomatoes — here's how it could affect other crops first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Customer shares photos of head-turning product filling shelves in store's garden center: 'I honestly can't believe these exist'

"That's just too much to wrap my head around." Customer shares photos of head-turning product filling shelves in store's garden center: 'I honestly can't believe these exist' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Customer 'fuming' after big-box store refuses to let her rescue discarded item from dumpster: 'It's alive'

Casually throwing away products drives up prices on a store's remaining stock. Customer 'fuming' after big-box store refuses to let her rescue discarded item from dumpster: 'It's alive' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Scientists develop first-of-its-kind method to track epidemic-causing insects: 'We are prepared to fight this potential threat'

"Florida is ground-zero for mosquito-borne diseases in the U.S." Scientists develop first-of-its-kind method to track epidemic-causing insects: 'We are prepared to fight this potential threat' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Scientists uncover mechanism that could solve pantry-favorite crop loss: 'A significant stride in advancing our understanding of plant stress biology'

"This discovery could be instrumental in the strategic development of crops that exhibit superior resilience to waterlogging." Scientists uncover mechanism that could solve pantry-favorite crop loss: 'A significant stride in advancing our understanding of plant stress biology' fi … | Continue reading


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World's first industrial-scale solar fuel plant capable of producing 1,000 tons of fuel annually opens in Germany: 'A turning point for sustainable transportation'

"Our founding dream ... is becoming a reality." World's first industrial-scale solar fuel plant capable of producing 1,000 tons of fuel annually opens in Germany: 'A turning point for sustainable transportation' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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State officials issue evacuation order as wildfire threatens town: 'Do not try to gather belongings or protect your home — go now'

All the roads were closed and state police barricaded entry points to keep people out of the dangerous area, which was already hazy with smoke. State officials issue evacuation order as wildfire threatens town: 'Do not try to gather belongings or protect your home — go now' first … | Continue reading


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Footage shows tourists receive immediate consequences after driving dangerously close to elk: 'Wildlife doesn't care'

Wildlife-human interactions are inevitable, but it's up to us to be considerate of their native habitat. Footage shows tourists receive immediate consequences after driving dangerously close to elk: 'Wildlife doesn't care' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Bayer aims to change law that could impact its top-selling product: 'They've been losing'

Bayer is facing about 170,000 claims alleging that glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup, can cause cancer in people frequently exposed to it. Bayer aims to change law that could impact its top-selling product: 'They've been losing' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Pioneering new project creates buzz with ambitious plan to enhance local harbor: 'We are delighted'

The Reef Cube initiative creates desired outcomes without using problematic and polluting products like plastic that can contaminate our drinking water, hurt marine life, and harm our health. Pioneering new project creates buzz with ambitious plan to enhance local harbor: 'We are … | Continue reading


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Iconic tire company unveils surprising new material in Indy 500 race tires — here's what it is

"We're laying the groundwork to be more responsible and sustainable." Iconic tire company unveils surprising new material in Indy 500 race tires — here's what it is first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Billion-dollar 'Cowboy Solar' project takes major step forward — here's how it will power hundreds of thousands of US homes

The next step in this $1.2 billion project will be to receive environmental, municipal, and county permits. Billion-dollar 'Cowboy Solar' project takes major step forward — here's how it will power hundreds of thousands of US homes first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Shopper sparks envy after sharing designer bundle with shocking price tag found at thrift store: 'I am jealous'

"Really awesome haul." Shopper sparks envy after sharing designer bundle with shocking price tag found at thrift store: 'I am jealous' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Major city reaps benefits of steadfast urban gardening movement: 'Something that more people in my area needed access to'

"My dream is that residents have the resources they need." Major city reaps benefits of steadfast urban gardening movement: 'Something that more people in my area needed access to' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Company unveils tiny, pedal-powered semitruck — and its electric features could revolutionize sustainable transportation

With a frame that's only about 3 feet wide, the ePack is narrow enough to fit in most bike lanes. Company unveils tiny, pedal-powered semitruck — and its electric features could revolutionize sustainable transportation first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Frustrated printer owner shares warning against purchasing HP products: 'I'll never own another'

"They're nothing but issues." Frustrated printer owner shares warning against purchasing HP products: 'I'll never own another' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Startup flaunts revolutionary steel production technology that could completely change the industry: 'It's important to bring jobs back'

The facility is expected to require hundreds of jobs. Startup flaunts revolutionary steel production technology that could completely change the industry: 'It's important to bring jobs back' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Researchers make astonishing discovery about unexpected organism's ability to cool the planet: 'The most abundant … on Earth'

This algae is one of many natural features on Earth that help to regulate global temperatures. Researchers make astonishing discovery about unexpected organism's ability to cool the planet: 'The most abundant … on Earth' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Mom shares easy hack to rid your yard of pesky mosquitoes: 'You don't have to sacrifice health for convenience'

"Add this plant to your next fire." Mom shares easy hack to rid your yard of pesky mosquitoes: 'You don't have to sacrifice health for convenience' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Scientists stunned after discovering massive river system in Antarctica: 'This is exciting'

The discovery could offer a glimpse into how extreme climate change could alter the planet. Scientists stunned after discovering massive river system in Antarctica: 'This is exciting' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Researchers achieve mind-blowing breakthrough with new heat-to-energy converter — and it could change electricity

"It's a form of battery, but one that's very passive." Researchers achieve mind-blowing breakthrough with new heat-to-energy converter — and it could change electricity first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Controversial market has new guidelines and a $1T forecast: 'We cannot afford to waste any more time on false solutions'

The Times reports that the U.S. government prefers that companies clean up pollution in “their own supply chains” before buying credits. Controversial market has new guidelines and a $1T forecast: 'We cannot afford to waste any more time on false solutions' first appeared on The … | Continue reading


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Homeowner sparks debate after sharing photos of common landscaping blunder: 'Probably the most annoying stuff to deal with'

"You definitely have the right idea touching up stuff and it looks very neat/clean/well done!" Homeowner sparks debate after sharing photos of common landscaping blunder: 'Probably the most annoying stuff to deal with' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Dumpster diver sparks debate online with image of food found in major retailer's dumpster: 'I'm already seething with jealousy'

Food waste costs businesses, food producers, and taxpayers around $218 billion a year and squanders resources and energy throughout the supply chain. Dumpster diver sparks debate online with image of food found in major retailer's dumpster: 'I'm already seething with jealousy' fi … | Continue reading


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EPA issues first-ever denial of state plan that would have risked serious health issues for countless Americans: 'Today marks a significant victory'

"Leaving toxic coal ash in unlined, leaking pits by our rivers is unacceptable." EPA issues first-ever denial of state plan that would have risked serious health issues for countless Americans: 'Today marks a significant victory' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Conservationists alarmed by plan to build prison on island reserve: 'This project means quite strong environmental damage'

"We're on high alert right now." Conservationists alarmed by plan to build prison on island reserve: 'This project means quite strong environmental damage' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Woman shares dilemma with managing pesky spotted lanternfly populations amid invasion: 'Now I'm ... crying'

"That's a natural response!" Woman shares dilemma with managing pesky spotted lanternfly populations amid invasion: 'Now I'm ... crying' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Driver sparks outrage with photo of car blocking EV parking spots at workplace: 'I don't understand people's aggression towards electric cars'

"Purposely blocking 3 reserved spaces for electric cars at my work." Driver sparks outrage with photo of car blocking EV parking spots at workplace: 'I don't understand people's aggression towards electric cars' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Doctors issue warning over little-known threat to our skin during summer: 'Can contribute to skin aging and discoloration'

"Daily sunscreen is nonnegotiable." Doctors issue warning over little-known threat to our skin during summer: 'Can contribute to skin aging and discoloration' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Homeowner thrilled to find unexpected visitor after ditching lawnmower: 'She's so cute'

"This is what you get when you don't mow." Homeowner thrilled to find unexpected visitor after ditching lawnmower: 'She's so cute' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Government officials push forward in high-speed rail project linking major U.S. cities: '[It] would create jobs and support the economy'

"I don't think they can just kill the program." Government officials push forward in high-speed rail project linking major U.S. cities: '[It] would create jobs and support the economy' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Plant lover issues warning against commonly beloved plant with deceptive feature: 'Keep it in containers and far from other plants'

TikTokers had some horror stories. Plant lover issues warning against commonly beloved plant with deceptive feature: 'Keep it in containers and far from other plants' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Major grocery chain announces first-of-its-kind chip bags that could set new standard for food packaging: 'We know how important this is…'

It's important for corporations to model these more sustainable practices on the way to a green future. Major grocery chain announces first-of-its-kind chip bags that could set new standard for food packaging: 'We know how important this is…' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Gardener shares concerns after being gifted seed packets from big box store: 'I really wish seed producers wouldn't market that stuff'

"If a supplier isn’t a native plant specialist, their seed mix is likely pretty terrible." Gardener shares concerns after being gifted seed packets from big box store: 'I really wish seed producers wouldn't market that stuff' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Diver makes upsetting discovery inside giant plastic piece found floating in the ocean: 'This makes me so sad'

"I need to do better." Diver makes upsetting discovery inside giant plastic piece found floating in the ocean: 'This makes me so sad' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Trash picker questions increased disposable vapes found littered around neighborhood: 'It's really upsetting'

"They are everywhere at the beach." Trash picker questions increased disposable vapes found littered around neighborhood: 'It's really upsetting' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Investigation uncovers government-regulated 'sustainable' funds invested billions in world's biggest polluters: 'Pension savers and the general public are being misled'

"Europe's biggest green portfolios are just the same dirty companies, repackaged as sustainable." Investigation uncovers government-regulated 'sustainable' funds invested billions in world's biggest polluters: 'Pension savers and the general public are being misled' first appeare … | Continue reading


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Professional mower showcases grass removal tool that outcompetes power tools: '[It's] faster, it's silent'

"I'm not sure why people think they don't work well." Professional mower showcases grass removal tool that outcompetes power tools: '[It's] faster, it's silent' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Bystander makes sad discovery caught inside plastic bag found floating in local pond: 'Thank goodness you were there'

"We need to change our system." Bystander makes sad discovery caught inside plastic bag found floating in local pond: 'Thank goodness you were there' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Gardener shares unexpected benefits of growing 'asparagus forests' in your garden: 'Just set, forget, and enjoy'

"I had no idea it looked like that." Gardener shares unexpected benefits of growing 'asparagus forests' in your garden: 'Just set, forget, and enjoy' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Man arrested for allegedly driving pickup truck in ocean: 'It's not my fault the truck don't surf'

“That’s not a Transformer, sir.” Man arrested for allegedly driving pickup truck in ocean: 'It's not my fault the truck don't surf' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Bank of America and Soles4Souls partner to take sustainable action on shoes — here's how

"It does this by supplying good footwear and apparel at affordable prices." Bank of America and Soles4Souls partner to take sustainable action on shoes — here's how first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Homeowner shares their foolproof hack for a mosquito-free yard: 'I have not gotten a single mosquito bite'

“How is it 2023 and so many of us are just now learning that?” Homeowner shares their foolproof hack for a mosquito-free yard: 'I have not gotten a single mosquito bite' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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DIYer shares 'clever' idea to repurpose your empty jars: 'So simple but so useful'

"There are so many uses for these coffee jars." DIYer shares 'clever' idea to repurpose your empty jars: 'So simple but so useful' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Seamstress shares unique method to extend the life of your everyday clothes: 'These look awesome'

It doesn’t matter if you are a fashionista or wear the same pair of jeans every week, repairing your clothes at home has tons of benefits. Seamstress shares unique method to extend the life of your everyday clothes: 'These look awesome' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Cleaning expert shares 'genius' tip to clean hard-to-reach spaces in vases: 'It worked like magic'

"You truly do have an answer for everything!" Cleaning expert shares 'genius' tip to clean hard-to-reach spaces in vases: 'It worked like magic' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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