"There is a trade-off between the biodegradability and durability: That is the key tension." Revolutionary product could mark significant step toward solving the footwear industry's waste problem: 'It is a vision' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
This lucky find showcases the many benefits of thrifting, from saving money on everyday necessities to discovering rare and valuable items at unbeatable prices. Shopper sparks envy after sharing photo of quirky vintage home decor found at local thrift store: 'Some people just hav … | Continue reading
"We are convinced this concept makes for a great contribution to allowing future building materials to have additional functions such as renewable energy sources." Researchers inch closer to developing rechargeable cement batteries — and they could change the way we power the wor … | Continue reading
There are fewer than 50,000 coal miners still employed in the United States — a number that has generally declined since the peak of the industry. Government program seeks to bring new jobs and economic opportunities to former coal towns — here's how first appeared on The Cool Do … | Continue reading
Many parents spend as much as $300 per year on toys. Toy rentals may be the easiest way for parents to save money without sacrificing playtime — here's how you can get in on the savings first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Using what you have! I'm here for this." Mom shares ingenious hack to grow fresh food while repurposing plastic waste: 'If it works, it works' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Information is the most important tool in protecting yourself — and for that, you need an air quality monitor. An air quality monitor can help you avoid threats from inside and outside your home — here's how it works first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
At this point, there really is no argument to be made against switching to an EV. Porsche dispels doubts about EVs from sports car enthusiasts with the impressive 2025 Taycan model — here's what makes it stand out first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
These walls formed resilient, self-supporting structures with completely natural, local resources. Innovative architects are using an ancient technique to design new structures from old waste — here's how it works first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's not beneficial for me to move my family, so I am staying here for some time." Frustrated homeowner seeks advice to make major changes within their HOA: 'I have had some bad interactions' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"It's very easy to just relax and talk about things." Some therapists now offer unconventional form of treatment with surprising benefits: 'It connects me to being human' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
An increasing dependence on coal would not only reduce air quality but also set back efforts to limit rising temperatures. Government analysis uncovers disappointing figures, including coal-fired power output nearly tripling in 2023: 'Expected to increase further this year' first … | Continue reading
"We expect to ramp up orders from our suppliers." Major battery manufacturer makes announcement that will impact Tesla's future: 'We will do it soon' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Don't be too hard on yourself. Invaders are invasive for a reason." Exhausted homeowner seeks advice after making beginner gardening mistake with invasive species: 'It's okay to make mistakes' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"'Leave no trace' isn't just for hikes and camping." Irritated resident shares photo of littered scene left by party at public park: 'Should be illegal' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We've kind of done everything we can do manually." Experts issue warning after strange 'snow' washes up on beaches of Lake Tahoe: 'One of the hardest things to clean' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The report focused on bans in New Jersey, Vermont, Philadelphia, Portland, Oregon, and California. New report uncovers remarkable impact of controversial plastic bag bans: 'People realize quickly it's easy to live without plastic bags' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
“We're getting honked at right now?" Cyclist sparks debate after sharing close encounter with car in construction zone: 'Paint is not bicycle infrastructure' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"We remain dedicated to pushing the boundaries of sustainable technology." Revolutionary tech company transforms home energy storage with simple, modular method — here's how it works first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Implementing solutions ... should be part of political, as well as individual, efforts." New study makes concerning prediction about future of human health because of dwindling nutrition source: 'The other options are often of poor nutritional quality' first appeared on The Cool … | Continue reading
More and more people are beginning to see that the grass is greener … where there is no grass. Homeowner shares before-and-after photos after ripping out grass in front yard: 'This is what I like to see' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Call the electric company and/or fire dept and let them deal with it." Renter inspects property after heavy snow to find damage from neighbor: 'If that's on the power lines, you shouldn't touch it' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
With empowered school children advocating for a cleaner, more sustainable world, the future is bright. High school students campaign for sweeping policy change and win school board's approval: 'This is a project of our generation' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
There is no doubt how profound the effect of electricity has been for those lucky enough to have access to it. Residents in remote village receive life-changing access to electricity thanks to off-grid solar: 'It's bright until morning' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
If you observe such behavior, non-escalating confrontation with a dose of education can go a long way. Hiker stumbles upon disheartening scene found deep in the woods: 'How disappointing and disrespectful' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The real test is summertime." Homeowner shares one-step tip to knock $100 off your electric bill: 'My boyfriend didn't believe me' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
It is unmatched in durability, availability, cost-efficiency, and eco-friendliness. Startup develops cheap and promising 'Heatcube' for storing energy: 'A simple solution that doesn't cost much' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"These changes could increase the risk of delays, disruptions, damage, and failure." The two main reasons our roads are riddled with potholes and cracks — and why they're expected to get even worse first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Growing your own carrots can save you big bucks at the grocery store. Gardener demonstrates simple solution to problem with growing carrots: 'They need space underground to grow' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"The safety of these animals … depends on everyone using good judgment and following these simple rules." Parkgoer captures alarming encounter between fellow tourist and bear within mere feet of each other: 'Bears are agile climbers' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"What a great hack!" Homeowner shares one easy step to keep pests out of your pantry foods: 'That's how you keep bugs at bay' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Millions of tons of soy proteins feeding humans instead of animals, without compromising real taste and nutrition." Scientists accomplish major food breakthrough by creating a soybean like no other — here's why it's so important to our future food supply first appeared on The Co … | Continue reading
This SUV can float in the case of an accident in which the vehicle ends up in water or in an event like a flash flood. Chinese automaker says it may bring superhero-style SUV with maritime capabilities to market: 'We are ... testing its appeal' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"They said the well was orphaned and was now the responsibility of the state, and so it would be years probably before anything could be done to assist with our situation." Landowners sue oil company for allegedly abandoning well on property: 'We need the oil and gas companies to … | Continue reading
This is one of many examples of swapping out potentially harmful cleaning products for sustainable and safer alternatives. Home cook details two-ingredient cleaning tip to revive a burnt pan: 'Much needed hack' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Who's out here donating $1,800 luggage?" Shopper surprised to find luxury suitcases for cheap at thrift store: 'You have no idea how jealous I am right now' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
With the formation of CASIP, China is looking to get ahead of the curve on solid-state batteries transforming the EV market. Chinese automakers and battery giants join forces in powerhouse EV partnership: 'We need to be prepared' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Effective altruism doesn't play well with most environmental ethics theories." Report reviews how smart donating can help solve the climate crisis — and highlights some of the top charities deemed worthy of donations first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
The projects' revival is an exciting step forward in the transition to a cleaner, greener future. Two critical offshore wind projects are making a comeback in one state — here's why this is so important first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"There's no reason to go broke over Barnes and Noble." Bookworm shares how much public libraries could be saving you money: 'Mine saved me over $2,000 in books last year' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Congratulations on this amazing victory!" State wildlife officials discover rare caterpillar in wilderness after decades of habitat restoration: 'It is incredibly rewarding' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Love them or hate them, homeowners associations (HOAs) are growing nationwide. Homeowner concocts scheme to defy HOA's heavy-handed trash disposal rules: 'That's what HOAs really care about' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Glass is one of the most recyclable materials in the world." Researchers develop revolutionary fire-resistant material using recycled glass: 'Fire-safe, water-resistant, and cheap' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Definitely consult an attorney." Homeowner stunned after HOA cuts down 35-foot trees on their property: 'I'm still in shock' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"This approach could easily be extended to other important pollutants." New AI invention can spot air-polluting 'super emitters' from space: 'Making instant detection a reality' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Hopefully, these improvements coming soon are meaningful ones." Tesla engineer says 'new improvement' for flawed vehicle feature is coming soon first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"Have patience, build your soil, and surrender to nature's timeline. It will work." Homeowner receives warnings against dangerous yard maintenance method: 'Don't rush the project and do it right' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
"I had the same problem with Verizon installing unwanted apps on my phone." Samsung customer upset with seemingly unavoidable app installation: 'This sort of thing should be banned' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading