"It’s about getting more habitat in the landscape." Conservationists anticipate impact on nation's biodiversity after rare species reintroduction: 'We are intervening before they become extinct' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
This is one of a slew of rewilding projects happening across the globe that aim to return land to its natural state. Officials break ground on 'un-development' project aimed at rewilding concrete parking lot: 'We are enhancing it back into wild habitat' first appeared on The Cool … | Continue reading
There should also be a cost savings for construction companies. Construction giant rolls out new, nearly silent electric compact rollers — here's how they could change the industry first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"No way you're expected to pay for that." Homeowner halts landscaping project after realizing contractor's dangerous mistake: 'This is an area where my 5 year old and friends play' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"If you do nothing, it won't change." Parent frustrated after finding what school sends student home with: 'Give your school that feedback' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Tell them if they don't sort it you'll be in touch with the press." Shopper calls out Costco for deceptive store recycling program: 'These should be illegal' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We cannot continue to let them slip silently away." Study finds 'catastrophic' decrease in migratory fish populations: 'A deafening wake-up call for the world' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
If successful, this petition could make a difference to millions of lives. Dozens of groups petition FEMA to declare new classification of 'major disaster': 'Declarations really open up the broadest pockets of funding' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"They're all over." NYC resident perturbed after spotting invasive insect that wreaked havoc last year: 'Those are the babies they laid last year' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The company hopes to bring the system to onshore commercial markets in 2027. Startup develops innovative self-installing wind turbines for remote sites: 'Solves one of the wind industry's greatest challenges in the coming decades' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The list of bad things air pollution causes keeps growing!" Study uncovers how wildfire-related air pollution affects our skin: 'These findings can inform patient counseling and management' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"That is a damn fine garden." Gardener showcases stunning blooms after growing low-maintenance plants: 'This is gorgeous' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"If you don't plan on taking it with you, it would be better to just leave it unbagged." Hiker makes frustrating discovery on popular trail: 'I'll never understand this' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"My goodness we bought a lot of invasive stuff in our first year of gardening." Gardener reflects on transformation 3 years after ridding yard of troubling invasive plant: 'Very irritating' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Kill it with fire." Homeowner met with warnings after sharing photo of thriving mystery plant: 'You will never see the end of it' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's evil." Homeowner seeks advice in correcting landscaping blunder left by previous homeowner: 'Is it too late?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"If they don't align in terms of having open, ice-free water, salmon don't turn that corner." Scientists issue PSA after discovering worrisome shift in salmon behavior: 'Fascinating in itself' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The drought has had an adverse effect." Several southern African countries fear disturbing surge in elephant deaths: 'You will see carcasses dotted around the parks' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"You want your veggies to produce well for you." Gardener demonstrates method to tackle 'very important' task for making sure your veggies flourish: 'They can develop to their full potential' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
This reuse lets you keep your favorite reads on display without the furniture footprint. Book lover demonstrates smart use for empty shoe boxes to elevate any limited space: 'This is so genius' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
It can be hard to find the perfect products, but this subreddit has great advice. Home cook seeks advice after dealing with cumbersome food storage method: 'I want to eliminate … all the waste' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Never thought I would be excited to make something for my potty." Homeowner shares DIY 'toilet bomb' hack to easily freshen up your toilet in seconds: 'It literally makes the [whole] bathroom smell amazing' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"What a great score, so happy for you!" Shopper sparks envy after sharing photos of 'gorgeous' high-end furniture found at thrift store: 'They're beauties' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It'll always be fully charged just when your roof is heating up." Attic fans are one of the easiest and cheapest ways to cool your home during the summer — here's how they work first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"A tremendous saving." Tesla owner breaks down ownership costs over last 6 years: 'I can now go farther to save more' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Come up with a plan to provide shared EV charging as a benefit for any resident." Homeowner inquires about footing bill for EV charger installation in HOA-governed area: 'I couldn't be paid enough to live under an HOA' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"There was a lot of screaming." Researchers surprised after chance discovery of plant not seen in over a century: 'It's a glimmer of hope' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We took up the challenge of making every aspect of the on-street charging experience faster and better." Charging 'trees' could solve cities' biggest electric car problem first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"When you want to replant, mix in fresh compost and some living soil from another healthy part of your garden." Gardener desperate for advice after mistakenly allowing mold to persist in garden: 'I did not realize how bad that could be' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Choosing the right energy provider for your home is one of the fastest ways to slash your electric bill. You have the power to pick your own electric company if you live in one of these states — here's how to check if you're eligible first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Imagine how many people in the world would benefit from that." Store employee shares photo of food products on way to dumpster: 'I hate seeing food waste' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Why do I feel like everything is in plastic?" Mother expresses concerns about exposing family to hidden toxins: 'It's completely unavoidable' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The lack of clean water presents a systemic risk ... which is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore." New research suggests over 60% of world population will face water scarcity in coming decades: 'A systemic risk' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"There's a moment happening here." City council makes landmark decision to ban advertisements for SUVs and more — here's why first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's important to remove trash out of the ocean." Expert diver makes frustrating discovery while cleaning up ocean trash: 'Floating around for a long time' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
This latest construction in China is projected to provide 72 gigawatt-hours of effectively free electricity per year. China makes history with installation of record-breaking wind turbine in open waters: 'It makes you wonder how big they will get' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The study's results uncovered a significant relationship between the two. New study makes concerning connection between artificial light exposure and stroke risk: 'It is important to consider environmental factors' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Adding native plants to a garden does more than add beauty. Gardener shares photos of their impressive display of native plants: 'I would never leave my backyard' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Dogs tend to be less picky than humans. Entrepreneur tackles invasive 'devil fish' after turning species into popular pet treats — here's how he did it first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It is untenable that so much has been destroyed." Disturbing report exposes major threat to 47,000 acres of forest: 'We can't afford another year of destruction' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I was never happy with the number I had to use to get my clothes clean." Confused shopper seeks advice before purchasing laundry product: 'The jury is out' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We’re pumping billions upon billions of tons of [CO2] into the atmosphere, and it’s accumulating there." Ph.D. student makes waves after debunking common misinformation pushed by popular podcast: 'People often get this wrong' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
It’s not just the U.K. food supply network that has been hit hard by the changing climate. Consumers fear future as price increases slam pantry-staple grocery items: 'Crops have been left rotting' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This increases our throughput and moves us toward the goal of self-driving labs." Scientists announce breakthrough AI technology that could transform how we grow food: 'We've made a lot of progress' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Pollution linked to plastic is set to rise from about 900 million tons of carbon dioxide equivalent per year in 2019 to 1.3 billion tons by 2030. Aldi tests produce packaging that could set industry-wide standards: 'Another great step' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I shudder every time I walk up to the house." Tenant seeks advice after using common, ineffective garden material: 'I never knew this' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"You can easily walk away with $15k in damage plus the cost of the tree removal." Homeowner frustrated after stubborn neighbor's construction destroys 150-year-old tree on their property: 'You need to consult with a lawyer' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We are viewing this translocation as a pilot." Officials welcome first wild bison in 10,000 years after major restoration initiative: 'It's a learning process for us too' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading