Ben Raker - Profile and Journalist Details

Beats

Biography

Specialties: developmental and copy editing for print and online media, science writing, feature writing, educational materials, journalism, and books; fact-checking; crafting book proposals; conducting QA reviews on online courses; consulting for sustainable businesses

Content

Total articles 210

• Scientists make stunning discovery while studying material thought to be useless waste: 'There's huge volumes of this stuff all over the country'

  By Ben Raker

  Apr. 18, 2025

• Scientists discover potential solution to global crisis impacting the world's coffee supply: 'We're learning every day'

  By Ben Raker

  Apr. 07, 2025

• Experts share concern after striking pink birds show up at popular vacation destination: 'Looks like it came straight out of a Dr. Seuss book'

  By Ben Raker

  Mar. 31, 2025

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Company Info

The Cool Down

The Cool Down is a content and commerce startup based in Bend, Oregon, founded in 2021. Led by co-founder and CEO Dave Finocchio, along with Anna Robertson and Ryan Alberti, the company aims to be America's first mainstream climate brand. Its mission is to make climate content relatable and engaging for a broad audience, focusing on accessible and actionable information about climate issues. The Cool Down offers digital content that includes articles, videos, and social media posts centered on climate solutions, sustainable living tips, and innovative technologies. The platform amplifies the voices of emerging creators across various categories, such as finance and outdoor sports, and utilizes social media channels like Instagram and TikTok to reach its audience. The company has successfully raised $5.72 million in seed funding, attracting notable investors and emphasizing a fully remote workplace culture that values creativity and inclusivity.