Ben Raker

Researchers are finding ways to use excess heat from data centers to grow fruits, vegetables, and other crops.

The qualities of snow in North America may be shifting under animals’ feet, tilting the scales toward predators and creating a danger zone.

Learn how the COOLERCHIPS program is working to reduce energy use at U.S. data centers.

If the length of the acronym is an indication, the COOLERCHIPS program to reduce energy use at United States data centers has the expansive ambition to go along with powerhouse partner organizations.

The latest report on renewables by the International Energy Agency shows that renewable energy is growing faster than ever.

By Ben Raker, The Cool Down “What some people were saying was impossible only a few years ago is not only possible — but it is happening.”

“Wind power has a carbon footprint 99% less than coal-fired power plants, 98% less than natural gas, and a surprise 75% less than solar.”

Mycelium, the thready part of a fungus, is now being used to create fire-resistant materials in a process called "cladding."

Pansies are having less sex. That's the punchline of a recent study on how the flowers are evolving to self-fertilize.

"It took us 40 minutes to put this bed together." by Ben Raker You have to love it when saving money , living healthy, and helping the planet all snap into place.