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At The Cool Down, we're all about making it easy to help yourself while helping the planet.

Yes, the climate crisis is real, but there are real solutions to our problems, and the solutions are going to make all of our lives better — they're going to make us safer, richer, healthier, and happier. All we have to do is make the choice to act.

Our newsletters deliver easy hacks, useful advice, and cool clean tech straight to your inbox — and we hope you'll let us be your guide in building a cooler future for yourself and your loved ones.

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"If your lease says water is included, it's included."

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Tenant seeks advice after landlord sends them monstrous water bill without warning: 'I wouldn't pay for that'

"I was convinced it wasn't going to work, but it does!"

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Shopper astounded after stumbling upon high-end espresso machine at local Goodwill: 'It saves me so much money'

"We need more batteries, and we need them fast."

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He also appears to break one of their fishing rods and threatens to throw their phones in the lake.

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Video of HOA president threatening teenagers fishing in pond goes viral: 'This is the kinda guy who complains kids don't go outside enough'

"Then do an exorcism on it."

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Homeowner seeks advice on eradicating seemingly invincible plant growing near home's foundation: 'It will break through concrete'

Electric bills in the United States have been on the rise, and switching to solar is one of the best ways to lower those costs.

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Getting paid to install solar panels got even easier — here's how to get thousands from the government

These upgrades aren't just good for the planet — they're great for your wallet and well-being, too.

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This new government program is offering you thousands to remodel your home — and it could help slash your monthly energy bills

"My landlord is pressing charges and the police came by today."

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Tenant deflated after neighbor destroys 'beautiful' tree over feud with landlord: 'I'm pretty sad about it'

Gardens like this one are reminders that you can install native plants almost anywhere.

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Redditor stuns with incredible photos of urban balcony garden: 'Wonderful and so inspirational'

"This has to be some sort of destruction of property or something?"

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Homeowner contemplates lawsuit after neighbor cuts down tree on their property and hands them the bill: 'Your neighbor is not allowed to do this'

"Don't know what I was thinking."

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Homeowner warned against using common yard landscaping technique with troublesome effects: 'I'm very new at gardening'

"You guys have inspired me."

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Gardeners reveal how they easily save money while making the most out of their corn crop: 'I love how much use you get'

"I'm gonna start saving my lids."

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Home designer shares what you should be doing with your old spray paint cans: 'That is so clever'

"I forget to take pills sometimes but not enough to justify buying a pill sorter thingamajig."

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Resourceful Redditor shares ingenious organizing tip to make use of pesky takeout sauce containers: 'That's a good idea'

"Great video on an easy-to-do, yet often neglected, attic door seal."

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DIYer shares hack for reducing energy waste in your home: 'Can make more of a difference than many people realize'

"We are dedicated to providing knowledge and transparency that empower people to make the best choices for themselves, their families, and their homes."

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This simple tool can help you save $10k on solar panel installation — and it's free to use

"My hardwoods about to be on point for the low-low!!"

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Cleaning expert shares how just one household ingredient can be a game-changer for your hardwood floors: 'I can't wait to try this'

"That's a great find."

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Shopper in awe after finding price tag on weight set at Goodwill: 'My eyes probably popped out of my skull'

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