The redistribution of snakes will create a new public health challenge for many countries. Researchers forecast mass spread of venomous snakes in coming years: 'Major concern that they will bite more people' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
While this is obviously concerning for fans of Sriracha and for restaurants that rely on the brand for signature dishes, the implications of the shortage reach far beyond one type of hot sauce. Concerns grow as production of cult-classic condiment halts amid severe drought: 'Ther … | Continue reading
"No one gave their consent to be exposed to these harmful chemicals." New report identifies fruits and vegetables laden with pesticides, drives experts to call for regulations: 'It is deeply worrying' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Being aware of these hidden impacts of sea level rise is of significant importance." Scientists issue warning as research points to invisible threat putting coastal cities at risk: 'Now is the time to prepare' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Some people shouldn't be allowed to drive." Bystander shares video of tense traffic scene highlighting problems with large vehicles: 'There are so many issues that could be avoided' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It might seem like a small thing, but the impact that it has is huge." Resident raises concerns over traffic annoyance happening around the world: 'I hate this so much' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Better storage will enable a faster transition of our energy system to cleaner power generation. Company deploys old oil and gas equipment to solve modern energy storage problem: 'It's a very simple system' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Gonna tell my husband I'm hiring goats not buying them." Resident shares progress photos after park officials release goats into area infested with troublesome weeds: 'I've always wanted to do this' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The study found that even if students lived halfway across the country from where a disaster struck that affected their families, they still struggled to keep up with classes. Study uncovers lasting impact of natural disasters on college students: 'A spillover effect on pretty mu … | Continue reading
"I'm trying this immediately!" Expert gardener shares how ancient planting technique can prevent pests from devouring plants: 'Slugs and the snails love eating the fresh fruit' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"They have no idea how fast a bear can move." Parkgoer shares photo of family getting dangerously close to bear and her cubs: 'This is how people get mauled' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I think all shipping companies are embracing [this]." Walmart to replace plastic mailing envelopes with recyclable paper: 'Proud of the efforts we've made' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We think a system that is beautiful and easy to adopt is the key to accelerating the adoption of this magical tech." Startup develops next-generation heat pump system for homes to make it easy to convert — here's how it works first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is the hack you need." Woman shares 'genius' trick to easily clean hard-to-reach areas in bottles: 'I cannot believe this works' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"My jealousy knows no bounds!" Shopper finds vintage furniture with hidden value at thrift store: 'I'm surprised Goodwill didn't try to jack the price up' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Raising capital is never easy, especially in a high-interest-rate environment." Company raises over $500M to build clean power plants for communities that can't afford rooftop solar: 'One of the largest capital raises to date' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Glad to see at least one US manufacturer succeeding in this crucial technology." Tesla says its new battery technology will be cheaper than suppliers' cells by the end of the year first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
This incredible rescue showcases the dedication and ingenuity of our wildlife officials. Video shows wildlife officials rescuing mountain lion cub trapped at bottom of spillway: 'The young lion continued to pace around...' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"You can never be too careful with new plants from anywhere." Shopper issues warning after examining sickly plants for sale at local home improvement store: 'This physically pains me to look at' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
While there have been some positive developments in curbing rainforest destruction, the continued loss of these vital ecosystems poses a significant threat to our planet's health. New report shows concerning trend in global deforestation rates: 'The world took two steps forward, … | Continue reading
"This is extremely upsetting!" Arborist shares frustrating footage of efforts made to slowly kill trees: 'This should be illegal' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Experiments like this help bring fuel cell researchers closer to an ideal catalyst." Researchers use new X-ray technique to explore affordable alternative fuel cell materials: 'This is critical' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"These findings … have broader implications." Scientists find indoor air pollution causes respiratory viruses to 'linger longer': 'This study represents a huge breakthrough in our understanding' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I would much rather labor over flowers than boring green grass." Homeowner sparks conversation after converting 'hellstrip' into garden: 'I threw a bunch of seeds out and just let it grow' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's exciting to see an increasing trend, especially in this highly variable population." Recent findings of critically endangered species in Death Valley raise hopes about conservation efforts: 'It was really encouraging to see such a large number' first appeared on The Cool Do … | Continue reading
"Police harassing cyclists for no reason is a tale as old as time." Cyclist gets confronted by police on way home from grocery store: 'Did you file a complaint with his department?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Bags of trash. I don’t care if you fish, or if you don’t fish, or if you don’t boat, you at least drink the water." Fisherman shares disappointing scene found at local lake: 'That's probably the worst I've seen' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I couldn't do anything with the space." Homeowner shares before-and-after photos after transforming backyard overgrown with invasive plant: 'It looks so much cleaner' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
More fish spawning should help the ecosystem. Officials share remarkable before-and-after images of lake as water nears record levels following drought: 'This level of the lake is great for us' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"There’s a unique sort of dread that comes with being born in this time." Man shares 'staggering' statistics highlighting major issues with cars: 'An indictment of how far we [haven't come]' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
People who choose not to rely on their cars all the time are helping the environment by reducing their contributions to harmful emissions of planet-warming pollution. Resident gets confronted by police for walking 'too much': 'They couldn't understand why' first appeared on The C … | Continue reading
In 2023, the global average temperature was 58.96 degrees — about a third of a degree warmer than the previous hottest year. Scientist raises concerns after climate models fail to explain record heat last year: 'We need answers for why 2023 turned out to be the warmest year' firs … | Continue reading
Gardening is a great way to save money on produce, especially with hacks like these that help us to cultivate such a bounty. Garden expert demonstrates simple method to prevent bad fruit tree harvest: 'You have to sacrifice it' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The behavior by these tourists exhibits a carelessness and disrespect for the wildlife. Parkgoer shares concerning photo of tourists surrounding grizzly bear at national park: 'People with cameras feel so entitled' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This program is another step in our journey toward sustainability." Hefty brand kicks off new initiative to keep hard-to-recycle plastics out of landfills: 'We are excited to see the difference our collective efforts will make' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
This hack is extremely economical, providing a fully functional home gardening tool for no additional cost. Gardener demonstrates cheap and easy way to repurpose empty bottles into useful plant tool: 'Love this' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
This tool could help farmers to continue growing the crops that people rely on even as climates become less suitable. Scientists develop computational tool to uncover genetic variations of crucial crops — and it could be a massive boon for agricultural systems first appeared on T … | Continue reading
"That's an amazing tip." Video shows simple trick to resolve 'totally unnecessary' toilet feature that could be costing you extra: 'Recently received our water bill, which seems significantly higher' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
This thrifter got around a 90% discount by shopping secondhand. Shopper delighted after finding cult-classic kitchen appliance deeply discounted at thrift store: 'I've been looking for one' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"If we really want to reach the green transition at scale, we really need to involve everyone in this transformation." Expert offers insight on how space technologies are becoming even more important: 'Can help the green transition from end to end' first appeared on The Cool Down … | Continue reading
"Oh yeah, spread the CyberFever." Excitement grows as Tesla announces more details about its global Cybertruck tour: 'I would buy one tomorrow if it was possible' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We know that early exposure to air pollutants has multiple detrimental effects on children's health and well-being." Researchers weigh staggering benefits of policies reducing air pollution from vehicles on children's health: 'Assessments often overlook children's health outcome … | Continue reading
HOAs aren't known for implementing policies that are convenient — even ones that will save their tenants money and improve their quality of life. Resident experiences strange encounter with HOA after tropical storm, raising questions about bylaws: 'May be worth a look at local/st … | Continue reading
This growth is a result of the improved habitat in the Olema and Redwood Creek watersheds. Scientists report ‘surprisingly strong return’ of endangered salmon species: ‘This is significant as we continue our goal of improving habitat in these watersheds’ first appeared on The Coo … | Continue reading
"Make sure you try it out." Traveler shares 'comfortable' experience aboard one of the world's fastest trains: 'The best mode of transport' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Great for privacy, awful for trying to do anything else with the ground." Homeowner warns others about landscaping blunder made by previous owners: 'Soil was hard as a rock' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Where I am, folks would have been there to get it out of the dumpster." Employee shares photo of dumpster filled with food outside warehouse: 'Chances are that the power was out too long' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's just not that hard to take it out with you!" Hiker issues PSA about leaving trash behind on trails and in other natural areas: 'We gotta do better' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading