"Would be so great to clean up some of the very disrespected natural areas." Woman frustrated after stumbling upon aftermath of party in the woods: 'I swear nobody picked up one thing' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
It's a crucial innovation, considering an estimated 30% of the world population lives in water-scarce countries. Researchers make breakthrough to help solve major water scarcity issue: 'They don't have to worry about what is in the water' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Coastal cities worldwide have already begun bracing themselves for rising sea levels. Saltwater floods community and poisons one of the most fertile areas on Earth: 'Affecting the lives of over 100,000 families' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Under the new scale, five storms since 2013 would qualify as Category 6. Scientists build compelling case to create a 'Category 6' hurricane classification: '[That wind speed] is probably faster than most Ferraris' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"There's just endless things to learn about plants, and getting to be outside and working with my hands and nature is the most amazing thing." New landscaper shares before-and-after photos after their first yard-transformation project: 'I started my LLC this year' first appeared … | Continue reading
"There are many groups that are excited about this and want to see it move forward." State officials consider unconventional material to strengthen construction sites: 'Exactly what we need right now' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It breaks the rules a bit." Program aims to address two major issues in neglected coastal towns: 'A strange paradox' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The progress has been uneven and is still extremely fragile." Conservationists announce exciting new head count for vulnerable wild tigers: 'Extraordinary conservation' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Through experience and knowledge, these seeds hold the solution." Farmer turns to methods passed down for generations to sustain crops during brutal heat waves: 'They have the ability to adapt' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Homes that blend traditional materials and modern techniques are popping up all over the globe. IT professionals shun vacation resorts in busy cities, opting to build their own hideaways in nature: 'All we wanted was a traditional calm weekend home' first appeared on The Cool Dow … | Continue reading
Plants with deeper roots are better able to cope with long dry spells and other environmental stresses. Scientists make critical discovery after using medication to manipulate plant growth: 'A winning solution for the environment and crop health' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The playbook is this: Sell consumers a product that you know is dangerous while publicly denying or downplaying those dangers." Fury erupts after Exxon CEO claims public is to blame for climate crisis: 'If this isn't gaslighting, I don't know what is' first appeared on The Cool … | Continue reading
It will enable "the private sector to work alongside public sector utilities to roll out new transmission lines at scale." New billion-dollar fund aims to solve a critical issue stifling economic growth in developing areas — here's how it will help first appeared on The Cool Down … | Continue reading
This craft is a great way to repurpose some of your old and unused supplies, and giving your "trash" new life is a fun way to declutter. Crafty mom demonstrates 'satisfying' method for bringing broken crayons back to life: 'Why have I never thought of this' first appeared on The … | Continue reading
"We worked with an architect and we were very deliberate about how we wanted to have a simple but attractive home." Here are 5 innovative design ideas that can protect homes during the most extreme weather disasters first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The most significant impact you can have is with your vote and by supporting candidates who understand the issue and are willing to take action. Financial records shed light on politician's shady business dealings: 'It's not every day we get to see the price tag of a former US se … | Continue reading
"Another company sucks the fun out of something else." Diner shares photo of unexpected message inside fortune cookie: 'Is it even effective marketing?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Finding energy-efficient ways to keep ourselves cool is one of the most essential engineering tasks we face. Author goes to the hottest places on Earth to investigate a simple way to stay cool at home: 'We already figured out how to coexist' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's highly attractive to pests, which means they're eating this and not your other plants." Expert gardener shares simple and surefire method to protect your garden from plant-devouring pests: 'Increase your harvest' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"One way of preventing the harmful health effects ... may be to make neighborhoods more green." Researchers find remarkable link between our physical health and proximity to green spaces: 'May be less affected' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We are ready to produce PV modules in high volume." Startup develops 'maintenance-free' manufacturing process for battery-like cells that are powered by the sun: 'Installing our modules is as easy as sticking a plaster' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"[These materials] are often used with good intentions, they can create major headaches down the line." Homeowner befuddled after unearthing problem in their yard left by previous owners: 'It's so deep' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"They're charging you for all that wrapping!" Shopper baffled by product found on shelves of produce section at grocery store: 'Some consumers think it's a sign' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"[This] will test whether the market can support private sector companies trying to make a profit from charging." City to leverage private infrastructure to make EV charging more accessible for drivers: 'We are still in the early days' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The federal investigation should shine a light on this issue, not just in Kentucky, but across the region. Government to investigate state's 'zombie' mines: 'This is completely out of control' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Animals are making use of what is available to them." Scientists raise concerns after observing 'heartbreaking' behavior of hermit crabs: 'We are living in a different era' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
It's a hilarious video about a very real problem. Advocacy group Hot & Toxic releases hilarious yet chilling reality TV spoof about danger lingering in homes: 'There's no escaping' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Keeping some places ad-free and welcoming artistic expression are crucial to protecting people's well-being and beautifying cities. Resident shares disheartening photo of ad plastered over massive mural: 'Adds no value to anyone's day' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It looks a little rough at the moment." Homeowner stirs anticipation after sharing progress photos of drastic yard renovations: 'It'll be a great journey seeing it progress' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The proposed 180-turbine wind farm could generate up to 3.5 gigawatts of renewable energy — enough to power 1 million homes. Wind farm could rake in nearly $5 billion: 'Energy supply in the region is critical to maintaining and growing the economy' first appeared on The Cool Down … | Continue reading
The study looked at 135 loggerhead turtles that washed up dead off the coast of Cyprus. Scientists make disturbing find inside stomach of dead sea turtles: 'It's easy to see how this item might have looked like a crab claw' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We need a comprehensive plan." Experts across the U.S. issue warning about return of potentially deadly virus: 'The consequences ... would be profoundly destabilizing' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is very much a now problem." Scientists raise concerns about future of wine as vineyard threat expected to increase in coming years: 'Kind of the canary in the coal mine' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Progress made by Gravity, Tesla, Rivian, and other companies is crucial to reducing air pollution. Google backs revolutionary startup to make breakthrough in EV charging technology: 'Fastest EV charging in America' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is certainly a low input year — one of the lowest, one of the driest on record." The water levels at the Panama Canal have reached a critical state — and it could have massive consequences first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"These are the kinds of posts that will get me through winter." Landscaper shares before-and-after photos of some of their best transformations after first year of business: 'This is so inspiring' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Along with being a great solution, it's also sustainable. Gardeners are turning to a natural solution for low-cost erosion control — here's how to use it first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Disgusting that we have this problem, and beautiful there are people actively working to do something about it." Timelapse of river cleanup project shows jaw-dropping results: 'You are doing something meaningful' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The investment in these smallholder farmers should be on improving their farming systems and getting their yields up." Experts uncover new information about invasive armyworm that destroys corn crops: 'This pest is part of the system' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We're at that point where the health of every single individual is important." Veterinarians on track to revolutionize individualized care for endangered orcas thanks to drones and infrared technology: 'We're in a dire, dire situation' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The innovation has the potential to change the very foundation of the construction sector. Scientists make breakthrough brick from soil and sand with remarkable properties: 'Nature has been a great teacher' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The researchers may be able to expand its ability to protect agriculture from more types of threats. University researchers develop 'Pied Piper' robot to protect vineyard from growing threat of pests: 'This technology has a lot of promise' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Whilst being enthusiastic about the EV transition in public, [they] had reservations about these trajectories in private." Documents reveal companies lobbied government to compromise beneficial electric vehicle mandates: 'It will be interesting to see how this manifests' first a … | Continue reading
"We need to adapt the way we are helping communities rebuild post-disaster." FEMA makes profound decision to pay for major new feature in schools, hospitals: 'Creating more energy independence' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Recycling can have a positive impact on both your wallet and the planet. Expert shares foolproof method to make recycling a breeze: 'Remember that rules differ' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
A little bit of knowledge, good communication, and creativity can help create a healthier tomorrow. HOAs are notorious for restricting what homeowners can do with their property — here are 5 inspiring stories of people fighting back first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is a lie." Government makes stunning admission about controversial oil field: 'It's purely another gimmick' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"[It] sucks to see." Tesla owner shares frustrating scene after pulling up to charging station: 'This is like my worst nightmare' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading