"It is complicated to foresee when the drought emergency will be lifted." Government officials announce regional water restrictions that will affect millions of people amid drought: 'Reservoirs are still at very low levels' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Shameful to see people have little respect for the environment." Park employee irritated after finding hollowed-out tree filled with garbage from parkgoers: 'This makes me livid' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We're concerned that in the coming season, we're going to see a lot more." Satellite images reveal concerning pattern in ice-covered lakes: 'We already have hundreds of lakes that are free of ice' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"And here I am yanking them out and tossing them." Plant expert demonstrates how to grow seemingly unlimited supply from single sweet potato: 'This is so cool' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This case has understandably brought up feelings of frustration, sadness, and anger for many viewers." Viral video sparks outrage after onlookers rip bear cubs from tree for photos: 'Prompts people to reflect on the very real challenges that wildlife face every day' first appear … | Continue reading
"People will do anything for internet points, except respect wildlife." Video captures terrifying moment bear charges man who gets too close: 'Not a smart thing to do' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Everything we purchase has a lasting impact on our well-being. Supermarket chain introduces sustainable packaging for store-brand products: 'To meet the growing global demand for circular and renewable material solutions' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Could easily use old towels and washcloths too." Cleaner shares mopping tip that doesn't require expensive disposable pads: 'Enjoy a wallet and Earth friendly cleaning hack' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Restrictions on gas hookups aim to tackle a key source of pollution: carbon burned in furnaces, water heaters, stoves, and other appliances. City abruptly reverses landmark decision to ban gas hookups: 'We have ceased enforcement' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I love how colorful you've made them with just what disposable stuff you had or found." Gift-giver gets creative using toilet paper rolls as DIY present: 'I loved this idea' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
They can power businesses and homes, charge numerous electric vehicles, or provide backup power in the case of an outage. Energy storage startup raises nearly $30 million in funding to give new life to old Tesla batteries: 'Critical factor for the success of the future energy sys … | Continue reading
With more insurance companies pulling out of the market or limiting coverage recently, some homeowners may have no other option. State Farm announces major insurance policy change affecting tens of thousands of households: 'This decision was not made lightly' first appeared on Th … | Continue reading
Discoveries such as this exemplify the numerous advantages thrifting has over shopping for new, full-price goods. Frugal shopper elated after finding high-end cooking appliance on thrift store shelf: 'They work amazingly well' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Cleaner airplanes are a key part of creating a more sustainable transportation system. Government officials proceed with multibillion-dollar endeavor to reform aviation industry using alternative fuels: 'Next-generation technologies' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"A material has been designed that combines the best of two possible structures: high energy density is combined with fast charging." Researchers make strides innovating fast-charging sodium-ion battery technology: 'The battery research will be further expanded' first appeared on … | Continue reading
The study found switching from traditional heating and cooling to a heat pump can lower the pollution created by household energy by 36% to 64%. Study answers common question about impact of heat pumps: 'It's better to switch now rather than later' first appeared on The Cool Down … | Continue reading
"If any OEM can do it solo, it is Tesla." Tesla makes move to continue plan for first-of-its-kind charging infrastructure for electric semis — though new layoffs leave project in doubt first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"What a happy story!" Homeowner shares amazing impact of converting front lawn: 'Gardening is a wonderful way to make friends with your neighbors' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We want people to feel the inspiration and excitement that we feel." Local nonprofit considers revival of beloved annual festival after unexpected cancellation: 'It feels like the right time' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Halfway through a raised garden build." Novice gardener sparks debate after sharing photos of raised garden bed project: 'This will never work' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It doesn't even look better." Shopper calls out Folgers over change to coffee product: 'Wrapped in non-recyclable plastic for no reason' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Oof. Do people really not see the irony here?" Shopper shares photo of painfully ironic Earth Day product: 'That's like going to someone's birthday and giving them their coffin' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
According to the report, the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom were the only countries to eliminate one gigawatt of coal capacity without opening a new plant. New report reveals concerning trend in global reliance on coal for power generation: 'We had said that 202 … | Continue reading
This news marks a hugely positive step in the fight to limit global heating. World leaders make historic decision to shut down all coal power plants by 2035: 'The advanced economies of the world are committed to phasing out coal' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Your pumping has an impact on a lot of other people." State regulators unanimously vote to impose unprecedented fee on water pumping by farmers: 'There has to be a backstop' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's not just houseplants." Plant expert uncovers concerning practice used on store-bought houseplants: 'We are in the dark' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This provides both good area utilization and the possibility of cost reduction through the sharing of infrastructure." Engineering firm issues 'instruction manual' to deploy its innovative floating solar technology: 'A stamp of quality' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"For so many products on the supermarket shelves, green doesn't mean clean." Scientists issue warning about supposedly safer home cleaning products: 'Many consumers are being misled' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I love killing lawns!" Landscape designer shares progress photo of client's yard after ripping out all grass: 'This looks awesome' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Your neighbor is probably gonna owe you a lot of money for this." Homeowner catches neighbor destroying tree on their property: 'File a report' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The impacts of these herbicides go far beyond these kids in Ecuador. Urine sample study finds industrial toxin in adolescents: 'There is a lot of exposure' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I find at least one on every hike." Hiker sparks frustration after sharing photo of trash found in wilderness: 'You can't escape the garbage' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"California is hitting our goals years ahead of schedule." Federal court blocks attempt to revoke California's authority to set vehicle standards: 'Major automakers support our standards' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Although this trend's practitioners seem to think that they are protecting the tree, the reality is that they are harming it instead. Resident seeks advice to correct concerning landscaping trend: 'I've done it lots of times' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Unfortunately, this isn’t the first time a neighbor has gotten involved in a little tree surgery. Owner upset after discovering neighbor chopping down trees: 'It's trespass and vandalism' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Rain-on-snow events in the future will have an outsized impact." Scientists scramble as rare rain events in the Arctic trigger issues: 'We are trying to keep up with what is going on' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Why would anyone dig?" Expert gardener shares 'easiest' method to keep weeds out of your garden: 'My mind is blown' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"That bear could have closed that gap way quicker than I think he realizes." Video captures man's dangerous encounter approaching bear and cubs: 'He's lucky' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The university has recognized the urgency of the climate emergency." Cambridge University announces moratorium on certain donations following student campaign: 'Taken action to demonstrate leadership' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is a really good idea!" Homeowner shares creative use for extra duster bags: 'I hate to throw these things out' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Farmers can use these treatments with the same commercial seed varieties they know and trust. Startup addresses global agricultural challenges with cutting-edge seed enhancement technology: 'We're making the plants healthier' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Commercial charging stations are good, but doing it at home is cheaper and more convenient. There are plenty of benefits to charging your EV at home — but having the right technology makes a big difference first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The computer indicated some impressive potential. Scientists share new insights to reduce concerning byproduct of agriculture: 'Artificial intelligence can uncover patterns that traditional methods may overlook' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I have this exact one, and it's still going strong after a decade-ish." Shopper amazed after finding 'smart' oven on shelf at thrift store: 'These are amazing' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Solid electrolytes are the most critical component in solid-state batteries, and numerous companies globally are racing to develop them." Major company takes exciting leap to manufacture next-gen EV batteries: 'This investment will serve as a stepping stone' first appeared on Th … | Continue reading
"[The] build-out of utility-scale clean energy generation capacity is having a deep impact on the country's generation mix." Millions of households could soon see their power bills drop for the first time in years — here's why first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I could see these being a great way to add a little pollinator value to your yard." Homeowner debates best way to add variety to ground cover without upsetting HOA: 'It's like National Geographic out here' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We showed that several groups of species with important roles for ecosystems and humans, such as pollinators, are penalized by shade tree removal." Scientists find incredible potential using shade to boost coffee plant productivity: 'Shade-grown coffee has the ability to challen … | Continue reading