"Sreejith says that such a house cannot be emulated just by having a similar plan." Homeowners show off incredible home designed with sustainability at its core — see what makes it so unique first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"That’s a very attractive economic development opportunity for a state like Kentucky — or maybe for its neighbors." Billion-dollar 'green smelter' project sparks debate over future of dying industry: 'There's a huge opportunity on the table' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The success of crops is what puts money on the table for agriculturalists. Villagers suffer major crop losses due to copper mine irrigation: 'How can I not be angry?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The fact that something was a plant once, that isn’t what makes it sustainable." Ph.D. student debunks common misinformation about coal: 'It's one of a number of bogus arguments they use' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The innovations capitalize on tech and drilling concepts from the fossil industry, sometimes even utilizing abandoned sites. Company receives Pentagon contract to investigate potential site for 'dry rock' geothermal power plant: 'Enabling us to realize a goal of deploying geother … | Continue reading
"We're never going to get them back." Researchers using advanced underwater camera find radioactive waste dumped off coast: 'The more we look, the more we find' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Previous research has already linked traffic-related air pollution to a range of health problems, including respiratory diseases. New study finds traffic-linked pollution to be major cause of severe cognitive decline: 'The findings ... will alarm anyone living in a town or city' … | Continue reading
Each of the last nine years now has been hotter than any other. Researchers declare summer of 2023 was hottest in 2 millennia: 'It's still an active area of research' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I would love to do something similar around my neighborhood." Resident shares before-and-after photos of barren parking strip transformation: 'Imagine how beautiful the city could look if everyone shared some of your imagination' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Talk to the owner or tenant of the property as they would need to enforce towing." Driver shares photo of common annoying parking problem at charging stations: 'How do you report this?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"For us, as people who eat things that these [honeybees] pollinate for us ... it can have a big effect on food security." Researcher makes remarkable discovery about behavior of honeybees, yet concerns about their survival remain: 'Nothing can really escape its impact' first appe … | Continue reading
The coronavirus pandemic showed just what happens when global healthcare networks aren't prepared. Scientists make breakthrough discovery that could predict disease outbreaks months in advance — here's why this matters first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"These guys definitely think they're funny." Driver shares frustrating photo of truck parked in EV charging spot: 'I just don't get it' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"In the scale of the big challenges the different cities are looking at, this is a very solvable one." State's closing of coal power plants could help facilitate water reallocation: 'We know what the solutions are' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The habitat of ticks has been expanding, which could lead to an increase in tick-borne illnesses. Town confirms first case of concerning virus spread by ticks: 'It does not spread through coughing or sneezing' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
It will take many efforts such as these in which governments, corporations, and individuals work together to realize a cleaner future. Recent data finds unforeseen threat forming in open landfills despite sweeping new laws: 'Ripple effects on climate resources and the economy' fi … | Continue reading
Governments are advising citizens on avoiding heatstroke, but many workers have no choice but to endure the severe conditions. Scientists alarmed by 'unprecedented' April heat wave in Southeast Asia: 'The real boiling sea has arrived' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I lost 15 pounds over the first summer, preparing the landscape for planting!" California homeowner shares compelling before-and-after photos following yard renovation: 'How is it that even the house looks better?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
A heartwarming video of a seal rescue is raising awareness about the impact of plastic pollution and fishing debris on marine life. Bodycam footage shows harrowing rescue of seal entangled in fishing line: 'Thank you so much for your amazing help' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It took a few days to grasp the importance of this record." Rare animal sightings spark hope following giant rewilding program in Argentina: 'We shouted and cried when we saw it' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"There'll be engineering challenges for sure, but the basic science works, the chemistry works." Startup develops process powered by sunlight and seawater to remove CO2 from air: '[It] can actually be energy positive' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"These ambitious targets are already translating into cleaner air and a healthier planet for all of us." Apple touts record-breaking success after convincing manufacturing partners to make a clean change: 'More hard work is ahead' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"These are historic, extraordinary moments for the country." Government greenlights collaborations with China on clean energy developments: '[It will] maximize our competitiveness' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Good for you!!" Shopper shares astonishing value of unassuming ring picked up at thrift shop: 'I likely would have walked right past it' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Jeep does not want to sacrifice speed when going electric. Jeep to release its first all-electric model this fall with promising all-terrain feature — here's what we know first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The resulting home is proof that families do not need to compromise on style, space, or comfort." Family's home produces more energy than it uses and offers flexible lifestyle — here's how they do it first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Our main goal is to convert ground trips involving four- to eight-hour drives [into sub-regional flights]." Aerospace startup makes major strides toward producing all-electric aircraft with eye-catching features — here's a closer look first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"You have to deadhead regularly, but they are easy to grow." Garden expert shares common store-bought plant perfect for deterring pests from garden: 'I've done this for years' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The next big fusion headline could come anytime. Researchers achieve major breakthrough toward realizing fusion energy: 'It is a pivotal moment' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"There is no way they are actually pretending that there are eco-friendly yachts." Internet not buying claims after Bill Gates announces selling of 'green' megayacht: 'There is no way' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It’s a great example of how clean energy should be bipartisan." State legislators pass new measures making affordable solar program more accessible to Virginian region: 'It's a step forward in building an equitable clean-energy economy' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"When you disturb ecosystems by changing the makeup of a food web, it can lead to lasting changes that are not quickly fixed." Researchers find adverse effects of apex predator reintroduction: 'The conservation message is don't lose them in the first place' first appeared on The … | Continue reading
"Say no to garbage. Say yes to proper forms of disposal." Hiker stumbles upon 'revolting' scene on shore of remote beach: 'It's always like this' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"There are only so many pounds of fish a body of water can hold." Resident shares concerns after encountering pile of dead fish at local park: 'Those are definitely invasive' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I found myself in a big, giant trial where no one gave any consent, just like mice." Researchers find evidence that exposure to potent chemicals can increase likelihood of early death: 'I have no words for this' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"All in good time." Homeowner shares 'lovely' before-and-after photos after swapping grass yard for drought-resistant plants: 'What a dream' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The man ignored warnings and cleared away around 19,000 square meters of land with a front-loader. Man faces massive fine after bulldozing over mile of national park for driveway: 'It was just astounding … that someone could think this kind of activity was OK' first appeared on T … | Continue reading
Before the land is fully converted, the former landowner will be given two years to remove his cattle from the property. Outback cattle station the size of Yosemite transformed after massive donation: 'We really do hope this inspires other philanthropists' first appeared on The C … | Continue reading
"All the washing machine technicians and a lot of laundromat owners recommend vinegar." Homeowner shares how common laundry product can lead to gross buildup in washing machine: 'It is so hard to get off' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The species are crowding out native fish and having a negative impact on water oxygen levels, which reduces water quality and puts the lives of other aquatic animals at risk. Community holds annual competition to kill off highly invasive fish suffocating local ecosystem: 'They th … | Continue reading
"They stole something from you that you'll never get back in your lifetime." Family files lawsuit after discovering neighbor cut down hundreds of trees on dream property: 'This makes me sick' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I would definitely choose the train over a plane any day." Passenger shares impressive experience aboard overnight train: 'The best way to travel' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's very real. It could be an end." City rebounds after recent storms refill lake after years of severe drought: 'We're headed in the right direction' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The margins by which the most recent few months have set record temperatures globally have shrunk. New findings suggest unprecedented temperature trend could soon subside: 'Will fall out of record territory in the next month or two' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Lawn removed in late 2021 and planted in 2022." Homeowner shares before-and-after images of 'amazing' front yard transformation: 'This makes me both jealous and happy' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Our project is about many things." Architect receives praise for monumental 'mini-forest' restoration project in heart of major city: 'The site basically becomes maintenance-free' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This is so awesome." Homesteader shares little-known uses for leftover wood ash around your home: 'I had no idea' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
This cleaning hack offers a refreshing solution that benefits homeowners and the planet alike. Dad shares simple AC maintenance tip that could easily slash your electric bill: 'My home is way cooler now' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading