It is now operating in 10 countries and powering 2.2 million households. New company methodically takes over nationwide electricity market: 'Our job is to build a system that makes that possible' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The goal is to save money on groceries." Budgeting expert shares simple tip to keep grocery bills down: 'Food waste is money waste' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Now look at where we're at today." Staggering wildlife population rebound shows the incredible power of nature: 'Part of a healing process' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The design of the home was recognized as the second-best net-zero home in the U.S. and the fourth-best in the world. University students open doors to incredible net-zero energy model home: 'This house is not a science experiment' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The ideal mix between motorbike and car." Swiss company introduces game-changing vehicle with surprising demographic: 'We recognize the growing need' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The results provide countries with concrete evidence and the confidence that 100% clean, renewable grids are not only lower in costs but are also just as reliable as the current grid system." Stanford study suggests remarkable savings made possible by clean energy transition: &# … | Continue reading
"I just fixed my favorite fleece jumper that has been broken for months!" Woman shares unbelievably simple hack to save jeans with broken zipper: 'You have saved me $100!' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
It can end up saving parents around $1,500 over 10 years. Parents spend billions on toys annually — but toy rental services might be the future of entertainment first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Imagine caring this much about the fuel source of a vehicle." Concerned onlooker shares disturbing photo of local EV charging station: 'My heart sank' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
“I’m not saying that that was a major motivator, but it’s not a bad deal.” Tesla launches ride-share program in major city that will cost riders only $2 a ride — here's how the company pulled it off first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
If it's successful, it could be the next potential solution for high-speed travel across relatively short distances. China is working on a system to rival Elon Musk's shelved Hyperloop idea — now, the train can reach an incredible 387 mph first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I think it's important for everyone to know that this can be done." New community offers tribal elders affordable housing with remarkable features — here's why it matters first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is awesome!" Master gardener shares a hack for growing plants in the dead of winter without breaking the bank: 'Very cost-effective' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Stretchable solar cells that can function under strain have received considerable attention as an energy source." Researchers make breakthrough in solar technology with 'stretchable' panels that act like rubber — here's why it's significant first appeared on … | Continue reading
The practice indefinitely prevents proper soil health and plant growth. Homeowner warns against common landscaping practice after learning laborious lesson themselves: 'Most people have absolutely no idea' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is such a devastating blow." Scientists sound alarm after university makes 'shameful' decision to close research facility: 'It really is a tragic state of affairs' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Humans are outrageous." Shopper sparks frustration with photo of bizarre produce found at grocery store: 'The only reason is for profitability' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The transformation of the former coal plant into a Tesla Megapack is a big step forward for clean energy and safety in the form of outages. Former coal plant will transform into clean energy hub thanks to Tesla technology: 'Signals an incredibly positive investment' fir … | Continue reading
"We are building something that can be really transformative for communities and ecosystems." Conservation group enacts game-changing plan to protect vital Hawaiian asset: 'A major upgrade' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The death of these elephants underscores the urgent need to address the escalating drought problem and its devastating impact on biodiversity and ecosystems. Conservationists bring awareness to devastating effects of droughts after finding 160 elephants dead in national park: � … | Continue reading
"It's just more fast fashion even though the website makes it look more expensive." Environmental engineer pulls back curtain on true process behind popular clothing company: 'Looks tempting' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is a global problem." Research shows millions of people are vulnerable to 'chronic' arsenic exposure: 'A real problem, not a theoretical exercise' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
In the case of these ground covers, both plants require less watering than traditional grass, lowering your total water bill. Homeowner shares progress photos of their yard's untraditional ground cover: 'There is a noticeable difference' first appeared on The Cool … | Continue reading
The device has advantages over other portable water-purification devices, as it requires only a small amount of electricity to work. Researcher develops revolutionary, mug-sized water-purification device: 'We need point-of-use devices' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Scientific innovations are one thing, but scaling those innovations commercially and getting them to market is another entirely. Lyten has been able to do both. Chrysler enlists battery developer for new EV power source unlike anything on the road today: 'The future battery … | Continue reading
Consumers are increasingly interested in buying food that is produced ethically and responsibly, and official labels governed by a third-party entity are a great way of providing them with that crucial information. New food package labels reveal if producers are 'going the e … | Continue reading
"I had the same 'battle' with our municipality." Homeowner seeks change in bylaws after city officials force plant removal: 'We reluctantly had to cut it down' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Is this why no one can open their doors anymore?" Driver sparks conversation with image comparing his old car to two modern vehicles: 'It's disgusting and unnecessary' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
“You're escaping one type of vulnerability but maybe opening yourself up to another.” Experts unpack notion that some cities are 'climate havens': 'It's an absurd concept with a grain of truth' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
These plants are great for pest management, as they protect the main crops from damage. Garden expert shares the 'real MVP' plants: 'This is the one time you'll actually be happy to see damage on your plants' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Invasive plants can grow so explosively in part because none of the wildlife in their new environment has evolved to eat them. Homeowner shares before-and-after photos after reclaiming yard from invasive plants: 'You've done a beautiful thing here' first appeared o … | Continue reading
In 11 months, his workers turned about 44 tons of plastic bottles into heavy-duty brooms. Entrepreneur turns thousands of plastic bottles into household cleaning tools each day: 'This broom is quite solid, not easy to break' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
If it performs well on its six-month mission starting this summer, more wood satellites could follow. Scientists launch wood-based satellite unlike any other into space: '[Its] ability to withstand these conditions astounded us' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The recent surge in hedgehog sightings is a positive indication that we're making progress in coexisting with nature." Hedgehogs return to UK gardens after years of population decline: 'It's wonderful to witness' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
If all goes well, the hope is future projects of this kind would receive additional support from the government. Companies install innovative project designed to prevent urban flooding: 'There isn't anything else like this in the county' first appeared on The Cool … | Continue reading
If you can't find $2.1 million, you can also stay at the property for $780 a night — until it finds its next owner, at least. Alien-looking dome home commissioned by NASA gets put on the market: 'A shelter using the most stable of all the architectural elements' first a … | Continue reading
"We wanted to accelerate the industry’s adoption of more exciting and sustainable options to enjoy our water." Manufacturer stuns competitors with game-changing electric watercraft: 'Unleashes unprecedented performance' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I just tried this and I really like the way this turned out!" Woman shares surprisingly simple, two-ingredient cleaning concoction for sparkling floors: 'It does wonders' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The state now ranks third in residential solar power generation, behind only California and Arizona. New report shows Texas' home solar power generation increased over 3,500% in last decade: 'That's a testament' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Chickens do not care about things being fancy." Farmer shares secret tip for raising happier chickens without breaking the bank: 'This is genius' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"There are so many different factors to consider." How to know if flying or driving is worse for the planet — and the awesome tools to help you calculate first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I didn't even know this." Gardener warns about risky product found on shelves in most big-box stores: 'This is very wrong' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The thoughtful gesture went viral, racking up over 2,000 upvotes. Homeowner sparks conversation after sharing heartwarming encounter with neighbor: 'Love thy neighbors' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Once you try an EV, it’s nearly impossible to go back." Rivian CEO blasts misleading coverage of EVs in winter, says Rivians perform better than gas cars in cold: 'The desire to tell a negative story was so strong' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
When homeowners violate landscaping laws and cut or damage their neighbor's trees, they can be subject to hefty fines. Homeowner returns home to find property damage from neighbor's handyman: 'The neighbor did not give me a heads up or ask about crossing the fence line& … | Continue reading
"It ushers in a new culture in the urban planning community to adopt energy and energy efficiency techniques in the first step in city design." Scientists find 'sunflower-inspired' city patterns may be future of clean energy urban planning: 'This distribution ensur … | Continue reading
"If it was approved previously and [the] rule came out after that, they can't make you change it." New homeowner seeks legal advice after HOA changes its rules: 'Do they have a right to come after me?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Citrus, avocados, cherries, peaches, plums, nectarines, and more will all benefit from this practice." Expert gardener shares the surprising reason he coats his trees in paint: 'This is an extremely common practice' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading