The Cool Down

The Cool Down (TCD) is a climate-focused media company dedicated to helping Americans engage with and understand the ongoing efforts for a cleaner, cooler future. TCD fosters community through online and social media storytelling about climate issues. Co-founded by Dave Finocchio, who was a co-founder of Bleacher Report, and Anna Robertson, a former executive at ABC News, TCD aims to establish itself as the leading climate brand in the United States. The platform highlights innovations in climate solutions, celebrates climate heroes, and provides advice and guides on sustainable products. The content team at TCD specializes in telling stories related to climate innovation, entrepreneurship, and emerging sustainable trends. If you know a climate hero—be it your neighbor, a scientist, or a business leader—feel free to reach out. Additionally, if you have a sustainable product or solution you'd like to showcase, we would love to hear from you!

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Residents share look inside world's largest 3D-printed neighborhood: 'I feel safer in this house than any house I've ever lived in'

6 hours ago | thecooldown.com | Susan Elizabeth Turek

An experimental community in Texas is getting rave reviews from a retired homeowner who first learned about the idea from her tech enthusiast son. Construction company Lennar teamed up with 3D-printing firm Icon to build the world's largest 3D-printed neighborhood in Georgetown, a suburb of Austin. According to CNBC, it took roughly two years to build 100 homes, making the process much faster than traditional construction.
Authorities scramble as truck crash releases millions of bees: 'Hive boxes from the overturned truck were recovered'

10 hours ago | thecooldown.com | Susan Elizabeth Turek

The internet was abuzz after a commercial truck overturned in Washington state near the Canadian border, releasing millions of bees into the surrounding area. As detailed by The Associated Press, a semitruck transporting around 70,000 pounds of honey bee hives rolled over in the early morning hours of Friday, May 30, near Lynden. The Whatcom County Sheriff's Office initially estimated that 250 million honeybees had escaped.
Shopper thrilled after discovering luxury item with incredible price tag at Goodwill: 'Good score'

21 hours ago | thecooldown.com | Kristen Carr

A rare treasure was found at Goodwill, and the thrifter posted the find on a Reddit forum dedicated to secondhand shopping. "I dream of finding [this]," one Redditor commented. The thrifter found a sweater from The Row, a luxury fashion brand known for its famous co-founders, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen. The brand is known for its minimalist, timeless design and high-quality materials.
Lawmakers approve bill that could unlock low-cost energy for millions of households: 'This is a critical moment for us'

23 hours ago | thecooldown.com | Chelsea Cook

The Pennsylvania House of Representatives just passed a key piece of legislation: House Bill 500, known as EDGE 2.0, is designed to drive billions into the state's energy sector. This bill is part of Gov. Josh Shapiro's "Lightning Plan" and aims to create jobs, reduce costs, and boost long-term energy stability by focusing on clean energy and sustainability, per Central Penn Business Journal.
Appliance expert urges homeowners to rethink using old backup generators - here's why people are opting for these next-gen models

1 day ago | thecooldown.com | Simon Sage

The experts at EnergySage had some key advice to impart to homeowners looking to upgrade from gas-powered generators to backup batteries. They even offer up a free online tool for connecting to local installers who can provide right-sized quotes.
Experts celebrate as trail cameras capture footage of rare bird species thriving in remote forest: 'It's heartening to see'

1 day ago | thecooldown.com | Drew Jones

Bird lovers, break out your binoculars. A rare bird species was spotted in a forest in eastern India thanks to camera traps, also known as trail cameras. Trail cameras have become a great tool for wildlife scientists and biologists, and they've also become a great resource for teaching youth about animals and how they interact within their ecosystems.
Scientists make game-changing discovery that could transform aviation industry: 'I wasn't expecting that'

1 day ago | thecooldown.com | Jon Turi

Researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have discovered several benefits of growing prairie grass for making sustainable aviation fuels. Switchgrass has grown in Midwestern soils for millions of years, but recent studies shared by Phys.org pinpointed significant economic and environmental considerations for using it to help decarbonize the aviation industry.
Graduate student unveils plant-inspired tech that pulls harmful toxin from air: 'Totally different than what anybody else is doing'

1 day ago | thecooldown.com | Jon Turi

A Cornell graduate student developed what's being called the first light-powered separation system for both carbon capture and release, and it's based on photosynthesis. As we continue to try to shift away from dirty fuel sources and get our energy from renewables, carbon capture is being used to help balance the equation. But the technology is expensive and energy-intensive.
Residents outraged after unbelievable objects are found dumped on local beach: 'Almost at a loss for words'

1 day ago | thecooldown.com | Kristen Carr

British website Echo reported that a bathtub and toilet were dumped on Thurstaston Beach near Liverpool, England. A councilor said she is "almost lost for words."The objects were dumped near the slipway for a sailing club that is part of a natural area designated for public recreation in Britain. The article noted that the beach sits on the edge of an estuary that is an important site for birds and other wildlife. Photos of additional debris in the area have surfaced.
Lawmakers debate bill that would prohibit staple takeout container: 'They don't degrade naturally'

1 day ago | thecooldown.com | Susan Elizabeth Turek

Illinois lawmakers are considering expanding a ban on Styrofoam in a bid to prevent continued contamination at popular recreation sites like Lake Michigan. KWQC-TV reported that the state Senate had passed a bill prohibiting the sale or distribution of polystyrene foam or Styrofoam food containers and kicked it back to the House for further review. As of June 1, the House had rereferred the bill, SB1531, to the Rules Committee.

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Residents share look inside world's largest 3D-printed neighborhood: 'I feel safer in this house than any house I've ever lived in'

Authorities scramble as truck crash releases millions of bees: 'Hive boxes from the overturned truck were recovered'

Shopper thrilled after discovering luxury item with incredible price tag at Goodwill: 'Good score'

Lawmakers approve bill that could unlock low-cost energy for millions of households: 'This is a critical moment for us'

Appliance expert urges homeowners to rethink using old backup generators - here's why people are opting for these next-gen models

Experts celebrate as trail cameras capture footage of rare bird species thriving in remote forest: 'It's heartening to see'

Scientists make game-changing discovery that could transform aviation industry: 'I wasn't expecting that'

Graduate student unveils plant-inspired tech that pulls harmful toxin from air: 'Totally different than what anybody else is doing'

Residents outraged after unbelievable objects are found dumped on local beach: 'Almost at a loss for words'

Lawmakers debate bill that would prohibit staple takeout container: 'They don't degrade naturally'

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