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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-tech > celebrity-cruises-ai-brochure-backlash

Celebrity Cruises faces backlash after AI brochure images spark 'false advertising' debate

10+ hour, 1+ min ago   (338+ words) "I hate how much people are starting to defend AI trash on social media all of a sudden." Celebrity Cruises is facing online criticism for using AI-generated images in one of its brochures, touching on the larger debate about trust…...

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thecooldown.com > green-tech > wisconsin-awards-25-million-42-fast-charging-sites

Wisconsin awards $25 million for 42 fast-charging sites as EV network moves beyond interstates

12+ hour, 37+ min ago   (466+ words) At minimum, that setup means Wisconsin is set to gain 168 new fast-charging ports. Wisconsin has approved 42 new EV fast-charging sites with $25 million in federal backing as it expands its network statewide. The funding will bring DC fast chargers to several…...

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thecooldown.com > green-tech > truck-camper-used-solar-panels-what-to-avoid

Truck camper owner hunting used solar panels asks what to avoid, and if voltage matters

16+ hour, 41+ min ago   (491+ words) "Trying to avoid the flexible panels since they don't get any airflow underneath to cool." Shopping for used solar panels can seem like an easy way for truck camper owners to save money — until questions about voltage, roof space, and…...

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thecooldown.com > green-tech > tesla-driver-assist-new-jersey-crash

New Jersey Tesla that ran stop sign and killed 82-year-old had driver-assist engaged, records show

1+ day, 17+ hour ago   (483+ words) "It doesn't matter if overall FSD leads to fewer accidents when strictly avoidable ones occur." A fatal crash in southern New Jersey is drawing renewed attention to Tesla's driver-assistance technology after federal records indicated the system was active shortly before…...

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thecooldown.com > green-business > texas-car-insurance-surcharge-flock-cameras

Texas anti-theft fee on drivers helped fund 3,200 license plate readers statewide

3+ day, 18+ hour ago   (597+ words) "For me, it's always been the question of, well, how much liberty are we willing to trade for safety?" Texas drivers are paying an extra $1 on their auto insurance. But a large share of that money has been used to…...

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thecooldown.com > green-business > uber-drivers-amsterdam-lawsuit-pay-algorithm-privacy

Uber drivers sue in Amsterdam, say pay algorithm cut earnings, broke privacy laws

3+ day, 18+ hour ago   (556+ words) "It is like someone watching you all the time and knowing about your weakness." Drivers across Europe say Uber has used a hard-to-scrutinize artificial intelligence system to influence their pay, the trips offered to them, and ultimately their livelihoods, and…...

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thecooldown.com > green-business > atlanta-rideshare-drivers-robotaxi-impact-fee

Atlanta Rideshare Drivers Union blame Waymo launch for lower pay, longer waits, and fewer fares

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (712+ words) "If corporations profit from replacing human workers with automation, they should contribute to helping those workers transition to the next opportunity." With robotaxi service spreading in Atlanta, rideshare drivers want policymakers to put the brakes on further growth, arguing their…...

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thecooldown.com > green-tech > solid-state-marine-batteries-safety-risk

Some 'solid-state' marine batteries may be mislabeled, pose fire risk, creator warns

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (597+ words) "You are one BMS failure away from a fire." Battery backups can make daily life easier, whether they keep a boat's electronics running offshore or help a household get through a blackout without relying on a loud generator. But Will…...

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thecooldown.com > green-tech > octopus-charge-app-ev-chargers-north-america

Octopus rolls out free app that lets US and Canadian EV drivers locate, pay at over 200,000 chargers

1+ week, 4+ day ago   (525+ words) "Drivers shouldn't have to juggle multiple apps and accounts just to charge their cars." Octopus Energy has launched Octopus Charge, a free app designed to bring thousands of electric vehicle chargers together in one place across the United States and…...

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thecooldown.com > green-business > einride-orders-tesla-semis-amazon-five-states

Amazon delivery routes in California, Texas, New Jersey, Illinois, and Georgia will get 500 Tesla Semis

1+ week, 4+ day ago   (540+ words) "This deployment is yet another proof point that we can execute at the scale our customers demand." A major new electric truck rollout is headed to U.S. highways, as Swedish freight technology company Einride said it will deploy 500 Tesla Semis for…...