"Do they have to regrade the whole yard?" Homeowner shares flooding woes after moving into new house: ‘The rain is still too much’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"There are many ways to make a better tasting cup of coffee." Shopper shares ‘unfortunate’ image after opening box of coffee pods: ‘The worst invention ever’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
As water resources continue to become more scarce as a result of human activities, "extreme" water recycling methods may become more commonplace. State officials approve critical plan to convert sewage into potable water: ‘Today heralds a new era of water reuse’ first appeared on … | Continue reading
"The real danger is that there are so many other crises around us that there is no effort left for the climate crisis." Experts raise concerns about how our environment will give rise to an ominous new era of unrest: ‘That’s the politics of the armed lifeboat’ first appeared on T … | Continue reading
"Nothing but a view of their makeshift parking lot." Resident ‘livid’ after waking up to neighbors inexplicably destroying their vital landscaping: ‘I’d seek a lawyer’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"You wouldn't wear it out of the house." Photo of clothing company’s listing for stained and worn sweatshirt sparks debate online: ‘Why does this exist?’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's been a fun process." Homeowner shares progress photos after transforming their backyard into garden teeming with plants: ‘The beginnings of a mini food forest’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
A simple device can someday be placed outside the homes of people who live in areas with excess heat and produce drinkable water with no additional effort. Researchers reach ‘significant’ breakthrough with device that can produce potable water out of thin air — here’s how it work … | Continue reading
"You don't need to live in Venice to live in a city that is sinking." Scientists uncover hidden danger lurking under major cities causing long-term infrastructure damage: ‘Slowly but continuously’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Sadly, vandalism is not uncommon in green spaces and parks. Resident aggravated after vandals destroy newly planted trees at community park: ‘They’ll probably get a slap on hand and nothing much more’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Our team has demonstrated that it is possible to [achieve this] with biodegradable substances." Scientists make breakthrough in recycling lithium batteries using fruit peels: ‘These findings build on our existing body of work’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"There's certainly potential to use energy from wells, onshore or offshore." Study sheds light on how old oil rigs could become new sources of energy: ‘This isn’t the plot of a futuristic novel’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"If you are late, you invest a lot of money, and the outcome is uncertain." Scientists warn that major US cities along East Coast are sinking: ‘If you diagnose it early on, it can be curable’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
It seems flower-filled lawns are starting to take root. Homeowner shares impressive progress photos after ‘gorgeous’ lawn transformation: ‘The whole area is beautiful’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The Plenty Foundation isn't planning on just showing up with foreign-grown food in hand. Nonprofit to roll out incredible strategy to help areas with limited nutrition: ‘Can significantly bolster food security’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It was built in 2008 by the previous owners, and they were inspired by an architect named Nodir Khalili." Whimsical ‘hobbit hole’ home with one-of-a-kind features hits the market: ‘It’s a very magical place’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The cost savings are going to let me better support my kids." Small town makes important decision to protect its students — and it seems to be paying off first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Reusing products we have lying around the house for a new purpose can help us save both money and time. Video demonstrates ‘perfect’ use for annoying plastic produce containers: ‘What a great idea’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Many people forget that saving the planet is also saving themselves. Your driving habits may be costing you more than you realize — here are some worthwhile tips first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Whoever did it is about to owe you a lot of money." Homeowner upset after finding their trees chopped down by neighbor without notice: ‘Lawyer up’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The new information collected by these technologies is all too important as risks increase. Scientists deploy high-tech forecasting equipment during deadly storms: ‘The more we learn, the more we recognize we need more data’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
You can receive new parts as often as you’d like, or can sign up for a delivery schedule. This company will take your nasty old shower liner and send you back a new one — here’s how it works first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I think someone messed up." Goodwill shopper astounded after discovering price tag slapped on mug: ‘Whoever priced this had never seen one’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The find is a perfect example of how you can save thousands thrifting— literally. Shopper stunned by item buried in bag of costume jewelry purchased at thrift store: ‘Someone out there is madly searching for [it]’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Always a good excuse for me to take a lap around Target." Here’s what you’re actually supposed to do with ‘soft plastics’ that cannot be recycled at home: ‘This is super helpful’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It works wonderfully." Expert shows how hair pins can help transform your indoor plants: ‘The bushiest, fullest, houseplant of your dreams’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"[This] may become a mainstream choice for powering residential, commercial, and industrial applications." Scientists testing ‘miracle material’ for power generation in space encouraged by results: ‘This shift could redefine the solar industry landscape’ first appeared on The Coo … | Continue reading
"Building would be easy enough indeed, but I do wonder about the environmental and health aspect." Homeowner seeks advice on unconventional landscaping feature: ‘I personally wouldn’t be happy about dropping that much [money]’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Products that should last years, if not lifetimes, but instead are built to last a mere three months and then be tossed out feel unnecessarily problematic. Shopper issues warning after finding frustrating problem with new electric toothbrush: ‘Seriously?’ first appeared on The Co … | Continue reading
"What an excellent idea! The world needs more forward-thinking governments like this." Government rolls out program allowing low-income drivers to lease EVs for as little as $43 a month: ‘It’s about time’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Some of them we can save, but they're notoriously difficult to catch." Wildlife hospital manager issues warning after observing concerning trend: ‘It does cause the death of many thousands’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Her video struck a chord by encapsulating a frustrating paradox. Woman shares discouraging experience attempting to walk in ‘unwalkable city’: ‘Walking feels like a crime’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I wish we had the right." Commuter sparks debate with observation about subway cars: ‘This is the way it should be’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I think this is a great use of space." Homeowner shares before-and-after photos after removing ‘useless lawn’ to make room for incredible yard feature: ‘Kudos to you’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Green home development is a growing trend in the United States, as more people seek to decrease their personal environmental impacts. Local homebuilder develops innovative design to filter pollutants out of indoor air: ‘The ingredients create the results’ first appeared on The Co … | Continue reading
"I've been telling anyone who will listen about how bad these things are." Homeowner shares progress photos after rescuing tree from landscaping missteps: ‘What on Earth?’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"What we are really trying to do is kill that drawer that we all have in our houses..." County law sees restaurants fined for including common items in takeout meals: ‘Make sure you don’t have the things that you don’t want’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Their work could help reduce the negative environmental impact of two industries at once. Scientists discover how to make lithium batteries from cow hair: ‘The next steps are to scale production’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I have only 1 tiny pepper on my plant. Thanks for advice." Expert gardener shares effortless hack for growing huge peppers: ‘It’s really that simple’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"These are the kind of people that make animals lose their lives." Video shows tourist tempting fate for selfie with moose: ‘If you can’t be respectful of the wildlife, stay out of the park’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This finding is a useful tool to engineer root systems to improve yield under drought conditions in wheat." Scientists make breakthrough in research that could transform the way we grow wheat — here’s what they found first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
While the climate crisis can seem abstract and overwhelming, targeted financing of vetted technologies makes solutions concrete. Google and nation’s largest bank unite on billion-dollar funding for technology to tackle global pollution: ‘We are increasing our odds of success’ fir … | Continue reading
"If there was a cure-all fix, we'd be using it everywhere." New investigation finds almost 150 million gallons of toxic wastewater has been spilled across one state: ‘Nothing grows’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
But the biggest discount wasn't the sleeve itself. Shopper surprised after opening book reader case purchased from thrift store: ‘Wow that is such a lucky find’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Not only has the battery prototype been shown to maintain functionality for about 20 to 30 days, but its development also offers some great eco-friendly benefits. Researchers develop ‘promising’ new battery using substance found in our blood — here’s how it works first appeared o … | Continue reading
If you need a vehicle to get around, there are a couple simple methods to mitigate your risk. Experts find that driving can expose us to harmful air pollution, even inside the car — here’s how to protect yourself first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's actually funny that we are here talking about a technology that is nearly 100 years old, but it is so important for the future." Power company embarks on mission to prove efficiency of century-old ‘water batteries’ — here’s how they could change the future of energy first a … | Continue reading
'No amount of remediation will ever restore that property to the condition it was once in.' State accuses owners of multimillion-dollar ‘palatial’ home in dunes of violating land ordinances: ‘It’s outrageous’ first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading