The use of excessive cutting fluids in machining has significantly improved the productivity and quality of machined parts. However, its negative effects on the
manufacturing cost, health, and environment raise the need for alternative cooling technique. Electrostatic cooling technique, in which ionized airflow or very fine droplets
of lubricant or coolant are generated through electrostatic charging, has positive notion on the environment, health, and safety. This mini review paper provides overview on the
assessment of electrostatic cooling system in terms of machining responses, towards proposing its use as an environmentally conscious cooling technique.