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The Cool Down

The Cool Down is mainstream America's guide to a cleaner, cooler future, making it easy for people from all walks of life to help themselves while helping the planet.

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thecooldown.com > green-business > florida-gas-prices-tips-to-trim-bill

Florida gas just surged 18 cents to $4.07, and these tips can trim your fuel bill

12+ hour, 17+ min ago   (528+ words) "Modern cars don't need 'tune-ups,' but regular service will ensure optimum fuel economy." Florida drivers got an unpleasant surprise at the pump as average gas prices climbed back above $4 per gallon, a jump that could add strain to household budgets…...

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thecooldown.com > outdoors > north-carolina-pigs-need-long-term-placement

North Carolina rescue groups say 50 pigs still need homes after a 163-pig hoarding rescue

14+ hour, 41+ min ago   (604+ words) A Burke County spokesperson also said the residence was not appropriate for people. Rescue groups in North Carolina are under growing pressure after a large-scale pig hoarding case left dozens of animals still needing long-term placement, along with the space…...

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thecooldown.com > green-home > everett-fire-station-energy-efficiency-upgrade

Massachusetts city upgrades fire station with heat pump, says residents paid nothing

16+ hour, 5+ min ago   (597+ words) "These are the kinds of practical improvements we want to continue making across Everett." The city of Everett, north of Boston, recently finished an energy project at the Ferry Street Fire Station, replacing deteriorating heating equipment with a high-efficiency heat…...

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thecooldown.com > outdoors > ohio-firefighters-rescue-horse-tank-roof

Ohio firefighters rescue horse after tank roof collapses, leaving animal submerged up to its head

16+ hour, 16+ min ago   (574+ words) Specialized equipment was also used to get the horse out, including a crane. An Ohio horse survived after breaking through the roof of an in-ground tank and becoming trapped in water deep enough that only its head stayed above the…...

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thecooldown.com > green-home > hvac-technician-removes-blower-assembly-without-approval

Homeowner says HVAC tech ripped out blower assembly without asking after installer's AI line failed

19+ hour, 12+ min ago   (655+ words) "It's under factory warranty. Tell them to go pound sand." One homeowner said an HVAC technician removed the system's blower assembly before getting approval, turning a service call into a confusing dispute over what work had actually been authorized first....

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thecooldown.com > green-home > apartment-tenant-ac-fails-fire-hazard

Apartment tenant says AC fails every 2 months, asks if 'fire hazard' should be reported

19+ hour, 45+ min ago   (489+ words) "This is just waiting for a curious child to electrocute himself." A renter's complaint about an air conditioner that keeps failing is striking a nerve online for a reason. When cooling repeatedly cuts out and the repair work looks questionable,…...

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thecooldown.com > green-business > el-paso-power-outages-thunderstorms-customers

Texas storms knock out power to over 7,000 in El Paso County

22+ hour, 34+ min ago   (554+ words) When the power goes out, it can be worse than inconvenient; it can be dangerous. Thunderstorms sweeping across El Paso County, Texas left thousands of El Paso Electric customers without power, causing an immediate risk for residents who depend on…...

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thecooldown.com > green-tech > new-hampshire-solar-landfill-projects-benefits

New Hampshire turns capped landfill into 1.6 MW solar site, giving dead land new life

1+ day, 38+ min ago   (603+ words) The array is expected to produce enough electricity to equal the usage of 500 homes in New Hampshire. An old landfill in Derry, New Hampshire, is being put to work as a solar power site, a change the town expects will…...

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thecooldown.com > green-home > free-trees-massachusetts-greater-boston-communities

Massachusetts residents can claim free trees this fall to cool homes, lower energy bills

1+ day, 1+ hour ago   (567+ words) More greenery in a neighborhood can also help reduce stress and support better mental health. Massachusetts residents in several Greater Boston communities have an opportunity to bring more shade to their neighborhoods — and potentially cut down on home cooling costs…...

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thecooldown.com > outdoors > labrador-police-fugitive-runcorn-cheshire

Labrador leads police to fugitive owner hiding in loft after e-scooter getaway

1+ day, 2+ hour ago   (483+ words) "The pup ultimately remained loyal and provided us with a vital lead — taking us straight to the address of his master." Police in Cheshire were led to a wanted man by the Labrador he had abandoned during an attempted getaway,…...