"Our work demonstrates the development of high energy and high-power density capacitors." Researchers develop new type of high-energy-density capacitor that could revolutionize energy storage: 'Contributing to a cleaner and more sustainable future' first appeared on The Cool Down … | Continue reading
"[It] can strengthen our grid, support our businesses, create jobs, and help our communities thrive." Former oil and gas workers make stunning pivot with cutting-edge clean-tech startup: 'Our team is thrilled' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The Winthrop Center, a 53-story mixed-use tower in downtown Boston, received its passive house certification from the Passive House Institute after making energy efficiency a core component of its design. Skyscraper gets certified as world's largest 'passive house' office buildin … | Continue reading
"This will certainly lead to a decision by the group." Government officials in dialogue with Tesla to open new facility for EVs: 'We have had talks with producers from several countries' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Even one that is more efficacious, it’s still limited." Researchers announce game-changing updates to mosquito-preventing bed nets: 'This is a big improvement' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
“Thanks to that swift action, listening to scientists, and responding to our warning, the ozone hole is finally on its way to recovery.” Climate expert responds to critic who believes concern over ozone layer was one big scam: 'We fixed it because people listened' first appeared … | Continue reading
We need every tool in our arsenal to protect these incredibly complex and fragile marine ecosystems. Researchers use new satellite mapping technique to monitor coral reefs: 'This discovery offers the opportunity of assessing reef biodiversity at global scale' first appeared on Th … | Continue reading
"I can't find any concrete (punny) evidence or studies of using cement as an amendment." Gardener wonders whether to add cement to enrich compost: 'It just sounds like a bad idea' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The carbon footprint of cement is currently huge." Researchers find abundant mineral could produce greener concrete — here's what this could mean for future construction first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"They should sell those or at least give those for someone who needs a PC." Student shares photo of usable electronics discarded by school: 'Why throw those to trash?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I live in a neighborhood very close to it and had to get blackout curtains for my bedroom." Local resident shares frustrating photo of light pollution from Tesla Gigafactory: 'This feels illegal' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Our goal is to be a company that society wants to exist." Honda executive explains company's EV transformation in rare interview: 'Entering into the second founding of our company' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority has noted that this is the fifth mass bleaching event in just eight years. Aerial footage shows Great Barrier Reef suffering 'most severe' coral bleaching on record: 'It's time to act' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We are here to ensure that the clean energy transition brings everyone along, and not just some." Governor commits $90 million to help electrify low- and middle-income households: 'Today, we make an important down-payment' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is so sad and disgraceful!" Conservationist calls out overlooked 'environmental disaster' perpetuated by billion-dollar company: 'This is heartbreaking' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
One expert predicted that this new method's cost savings in the hydrogen fuel-making process are huge. Company develops tree-mimicking technology to produce clean-burning hydrogen fuel: 'We kept getting these good results' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The risk outweighs the benefits." Residents speak out against local officials for spraying hazardous herbicides making them ill: 'We just need to stop' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"If I owned one of those townhouses I wouldn't want your mother to move either." Drone photo of elderly woman's forested property surrounded by new development gains support online: 'Glad she's standing her ground' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We fight this blue crab, but he is stronger than us because there are so many of them." Experts urge people to fish and eat crab species putting entire fishing industry at risk: 'An animal of unacceptable intelligence' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Potential editing targets for improving automated recognition of weeds in agriculture." Scientists propose using genetic modification to make weeds more colorful — here's why first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We always take trash bags and pick up their garbage first so we can enjoy the spot." Hiker shares photo after stumbling upon frustrating scene at local lake: 'The few who ruin it for the rest of us' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We can't risk our future generations with this." Officials sound alarm after nation risks becoming 'world's nuclear waste dump': 'The government has left the door open' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We are honored to play a role in the development of the Spiorad na Mara offshore wind farm." Engineering giant awarded major contract to transform the future of energy with nation's newest offshore wind project: 'It's about setting a benchmark' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Ultimately, the technology for both electric airplanes and clean hydrogen-fueled airplanes should become a reality. Aerospace startup uses long-forgotten design to crack the code on all-electric long-distance flights — here are the features that make it possible first appeared on … | Continue reading
"EV charging is just a new opportunity for jerks to be jerks." Tesla owner discovers frustrating scene at hotel charging station: 'This looks like a new station' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We have to do what's best for our state, the country, the world." Wind energy training programs could help former coal-reliant state pivot to clean energy: 'I want to see our state move forward' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The biggest perk of seed bombs lies in their ecological impact. Gardener demonstrates how to make simple 'seed bombs' using old toilet paper rolls: 'Looks easy to do' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Stop littering." Naples resident shares disturbing photo after Memorial Day weekend beach visit: 'People constantly need to be policed' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's exciting to see Nesquik at the forefront of this packaging innovation." Nesquik makes major change to its iconic chocolate milk bottles: 'Helping chart a path to a circular economy' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is clever." Pet parent demonstrates hack for crafting the perfect cost-effective pet toy: 'Guaranteed to keep tails wagging' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The albums can play on traditional turntables, and according to music producer Rob Cass, the sound quality is not compromised by the bioplastic. Startup strikes new chord in music industry with plant-based vinyl records: 'A real desire to try and do something' first appeared on T … | Continue reading
"We recognized the enormous potential that switching to a complete end-to-end sustainable electric fleet could have." Iconic sightseeing bus company makes electrifying changes to its touring fleet: 'Leading the way toward more sustainable travel' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is such a great idea." Photo shows clever solution to hiding holes in sweater: 'I am going to try this' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The court could not have been clearer: Companies are not allowed to claim they are tackling dangerous climate change when in reality they are fueling the crisis." Court rules against major airline for misleading marketing tactics: 'A landmark victory in the fight against greenwa … | Continue reading
"This worked thanks!!!" Woman shares 'life saver' hack to get red wine stains out of clothes: 'This stain removal method has saved so many of my clothes' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Who would get rid of these?" Shopper stunned after finding incredible collection of kitchen items at thrift store: 'Sweet mother Mary, that's a score' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"StoreDot continues to set the pace, consistently meeting our milestones." EV battery maker announces its latest cell technology is world's first to achieve 2,000 consecutive extreme fast charging cycles: 'Milestone achievement' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Minnesota continues to lead on clean energy and energy efficiency deployment." New report reveals surprising power sources making up almost one-third of Minnesota's energy supply: 'The rest of the country is taking notice' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This funding will help expand our state's EV charging network." State opens first-of-its-kind EV charging station with game-changing Tesla technology first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It was a huge nightmare." Tenant airs frustrations over issues with poorly managed property: 'I can't even use my walkway' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This really is the park service following their mission by protecting and trying to restore lost resources." National Park Service reverses course on plan to remove iconic animals: 'This is incredible news' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Buisness-as-usual brick production produces harmful emissions." Scientists develop energy-efficient bricks made from waste — and they can reduce electricity bills by 5% first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I recommend mixes from specialty native plant nurseries." Gardener learns from mistake after planting 'pollinator seed' mix: 'Same thing happened to me' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Anyone who has had a dog for five minutes knows that these are going to be tipped over." Pet owner shares photo of disappointing store product: 'What is the use?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is the first time I've had something like this happen after riding this stretch dozens of times." Cyclist shares frustrating video of driver not paying attention while violating bike lane rules: 'You'd think people would be more aware' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The new findings could trigger a change in approach." Researchers find microplastics polluting archaeological sites: 'Microplastic contamination could compromise the remains' scientific value' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The idea here ... just made a lot of sense to me." State bill aims to prohibit common additive in public school lunches: '[These] nonessential ingredients ... make food appear more vibrant' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It’s good intentions, but ..." Plant expert warns against seemingly helpful seed-planting practice with harmful consequences: 'Please don't do this' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading