The year's trends were affected by adverse weather conditions at different times of the year. Government officials concerned after research uncovers cause of failing food production trend — here's what they found first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is the first peer-reviewed publication describing a field trial of CRISPR-edited sugarcane." Scientists make 'optimal' gene-editing breakthrough with sugarcane: 'Shows unique opportunities' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
If you encounter a sick or dead animal, the best thing to do is reach out to the nearest state or federal wildlife agency. New evidence sheds light on health emergency as virus rapidly spreads and evolves — here's what you need to know first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
This practice can reduce your utility bills and alleviate the strain on the electrical grid. Frugal homeowner shares simple secret to slash your energy bill nearly in half: 'Save that money' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Honestly to me, it just shows how disrespectful everyone is." Festival attendee shares footage of concerning parade aftermath: 'Next day the city is just unrecognizable' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Love this tip!" Gardener shares simple watering tip to help potted plants beat the heat: 'You are going to want to water them good' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The fines aren't big enough." Bystander captures concerning video of tourist's life-risking behavior near bison herd: 'Yet another foolish act' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This hack is cool." Organizing pro shares clever trick to customize your pillows without buying more: 'Love this idea' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Restoring these basic community safeguards will provide regulatory certainty, reduce conflict, and help ensure that projects get built right the first time." Several states sue Biden administration to challenge new environmental review reforms — here's why first appeared on The … | Continue reading
"We treat it as food, as it should be treated, and give it the value it deserves." Researchers make breakthrough that could completely change the way we make chocolate: 'To improve the entire cocoa value chain' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's just all around great." Home expert shares genius tip to make use of vitamin-packed citrus peels: 'Elevates every bite' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's rough." Mom shares genius tricks to slash your energy bill amid sweltering heat: 'We were shell-shocked at the bill' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
This story highlights an issue faced by many renters nationwide. Homeowner in disbelief after landlord next door kills 70-year-old rose bush: 'Good fences make good neighbors' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Cost- and energy-efficient ways to break down plastics to their primary building blocks such as polystyrene are urgently needed." Researchers develop way to effectively recycle stubborn Styrofoam: 'Efficient and potentially economically competitive' first appeared on The Cool Do … | Continue reading
"Wow what a find!" Shopper stunned after finding luxury handbag at local thrift store: 'Absolutely shocked and a bit confused' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Cheaper, better batteries for solar power can help us tap into this unlimited clean energy source. Scientists find remarkable battery potential while studying aftermath of volcanic eruption: 'Cost-effective solutions and potential energy storage savings' first appeared on The Coo … | Continue reading
"More must be done to ensure that investment reaches the places where it is needed most." Global spending on clean energy technologies and infrastructure expected to be twice that of money spent on other energies: 'Setting new records even in challenging economic conditions' firs … | Continue reading
It's a space that brings people together and sparks conversations. Architects transform old plastic toys into sustainable home construction material: 'Plastic has managed to snake its way into almost every aspect of our daily lives' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
This bodes well for consumers' wallets and the environment. Tesla owner stuns by racking up over 400,000 miles with original battery: 'Outlasting the life of the car itself' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The findings are significant." Researcher reveals surprising impact indoor plants have on human health: 'We live too cleanly in cities' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Thanks for advocating for this law!" Homeowner calls on community to support legislation that would limit power of HOAs: 'We need this kind of change immediately' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The benefits go beyond just monetary savings. IRS data reveals government policy saves Americans $600 million on EV purchases in just 3 months — here's why this matters first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The project began in 2011 and involved scientists from the USDA Forest Service, Stanford University, and the University of Hawai'i working alongside the local National Guard. Scientists and the military join forces to restore hundreds of acres of tropical Hawaiian forest: 'It's a … | Continue reading
"It's very exciting to see this world-first trial." Researchers trial world's first 'coffee concrete' footpath: 'A major step forward' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Will I regret letting this creep into my lawn?" Homeowner seeks advice after allowing plant to take over lawn: 'It is really hard to control' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Worked here 11 years and I am still not used to seeing all these plants go down the dumpster." Home Depot employee sparks debate with photo of cart full of products headed to dumpster: 'A complete waste' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"So much for reducing waste." Keurig owner shares ridiculous experience with their appliance: 'This is why I won't ever upgrade' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Many states, such as Florida, have declared open season on their hog populations. Feral swine populations wreak havoc across US, and they're not slowing down: 'Hunting doesn't take enough of these animals' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We have been depleting the species for decades and it is time to stop." State lawmakers pass legislation protecting ancient marine marvel: 'This measure will protect this living fossil from experiencing a total population collapse' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"They know we aren't looking for quality and we're looking for what's trending." Shopper calls out popular clothing brands for taking advantage of consumers: 'Even high end brands have cheapened their quality' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"5B's pre-fabricated solar array, the 5B Maverick, addresses key issues faced by the North American market as the industry scales." Company develops accordion-style solar array that can withstand extreme weather conditions: 'Using half the land of conventional solar array solutio … | Continue reading
"This is our goal — to improve patient survivability." Hospitals in one of America's hottest cities are using ice-filled body bags this summer: 'The standard of care to treat heatstroke' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Beyond creating a beautiful space, cultivating native plants creates food and shelter for local wildlife. Gardener receives praise after sharing stunning photos of native flowers flourishing in their garden: 'The colors are gorgeous' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I've been going to war with it in my own yard." Distressed homeowner shares photo as neighbor allows invasive plants to take over their backyard: 'That's horrifying' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Arriving at a charging station and witnessing this vandalism is a huge inconvenience for EV drivers. New EV driver raises concerns over trend sweeping local charging station: 'This site has been a big problem' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
It's not just the beaches that are in danger. New study highlights the grim future of Southern California's beaches: 'Should give us pause to reflect' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Illegal dumping like this is responsible for 35% of oil pollution in the ocean. Oil tanker owners slammed with multimillion-dollar fine after pleading guilty to dumping oil overboard — here's what you need to know first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"He has slain the beast!" Gardener shares astonishing photo of invasive plant's tuber after hour-long extraction: 'Kudzu is so persistent and difficult to remove' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Unfortunately, some people are afraid of change and new things." Driver shares frustrating aftermath of vandal targeting EV charging station: 'What is the point?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
By avoiding this controversial material, which often does more harm than good, this gardener can save a lot of time fixing the problem in the future. Homeowner advised against using common 'pointless' material in landscaping project: 'You'll only regret the decision' first appear … | Continue reading
"It saddens me to see people disrespect areas that others might enjoy." Hiker shares photos of disheartening scene at local nature area: 'Never seen it this bad' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Why can't people just be decent?" Tesla owner discovers frustrating scene at parking garage charging station: 'What's the purpose of doing that?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"People are trapped." Researchers uncover troubling link between sea level rise and pregnancy complications: 'An issue along most of the coastline in America' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The effects of disastrous weather and flash flooding are taking hold in Central Europe and around the world. Germany hit by devastating rain that flooded roads and derailed high-speed train: 'We must learn from this … disaster' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Love how quiet and peaceful this is." Gardener reveals weed removal tool that outcompetes weed whackers: 'This would make yard maintenance so much easier' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Folks like this make me want to stay far far away from the national parks." Bystanders capture video of national park visitors ignoring simple safety rules: 'No common sense or logic let alone respect for nature' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
It's promising to see beloved products getting much-needed makeovers. Balenciaga partners with sustainable fiber developers to launch new sneakers made from bananas: 'A really exciting development within the textiles industry' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's a great reuse for boxes!" Cat owner demonstrates cheap, simple way to transform old boxes into scratching toy: 'Never thought of this' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading