A new report showed that renewable energy jobs have increased by 29% over the past two years

A software developer created a new tool that helps small businesses manage their social media accountsA community garden donated 150 pounds of tomatoes to a local food bank this summer

A fashion boutique started offering personal styling services for customers who need outfit adviceA library added a collection of graphic novels and comics to attract younger readersA farm started offering "pick-your-own" apple days in the fall that drew families from nearby cities

A taxi company added wheelchair-accessible vehicles to its fleet to better serve all customersA restaurant was featured on a national food show for its unique take on traditional regional dishes

A city launched a recycling program that rewards residents with discounts at local stores for proper sorting

A scientist developed a new type of battery that charges twice as fast as current modelsScientists discovered a way to use bacteria to break down oil spills more quickly

The transportation department announced it would make all buses wheelchair-accessible by next yearA fashion designer collaborated with a sports brand to create athletic wear for women

A hospital used drone technology to deliver medical supplies to a remote clinicA community center organized a craft fair where local artisans sold handmade jewelry and pottery

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• ·Shoe brand makes sneakers from recycled ocean plastic and natural rubber
• ·Researchers found that reading aloud to toddlers helps develop language skills faster
• ·A tech company said it will adopt a 4-day workweek for all employees starting next quarter
• ·A movie theater added luxury seating and expanded its snack menu to boost ticket sales
• ·Community center offers free classes in computer skills for seniors
• ·A famous documentary filmmaker released a new work focusing on the impact of deforestation
• ·A university research team found that social media use can increase feelings of loneliness in young adults
• ·A city installed more traffic lights in busy intersections
• ·A bank introduced a new checking account with no monthly fees and free ATM access
• ·A sports equipment store opened a new location in a shopping mall
• ·Hot weather in the northeast led to an increase in sales of air conditioners and fans
• ·The national soccer league announced plans to add two new teams
• ·A new high-speed train service was launched reducing travel time between two major cities from 3.9 hours to 1.35 hours
• ·A library started offering free computer classes to help seniors learn basic digital skills
• ·A community garden hosted a pumpkin carving contest during Halloween
• ·A clothing brand announced it will donate 10% of its sales to environmental charities