The country’s renewable energy capacity increased by 20 percent

Engineers tested a new type of biodegradable building material for low-cost housingResearchers published a study linking regular fruit consumption to better skin health

City officials approved funding for a new public transit line connecting suburban areasA best-selling author announced a new book focusing on environmental activismFarmers reported higher demand for heirloom vegetables at local farmers’ markets

The stock market rose 2 percent following positive reports on consumer spendingA new animal shelter opened to provide care for stray cats and dogs in the city

Doctors warned about increased cases of seasonal allergies due to earlier pollen seasons

An international charity sent medical teams to support rural hospitals in developing countriesScientists invented a new type of battery that can store energy for longer periods of time

The school district announced it will hire more counselors to support students’ mental healthA new study showed that excessive use of smartphones can cause eye strain and headaches

Local artists painted colorful murals on the walls of a community center to brighten the spaceThe government offered grants to businesses that develop new technologies for clean energy

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• ·A city council approved a plan to plant more trees in urban areas
• ·A fashion designer used natural dyes made from flowers and plants to color fabrics for a new collection
• ·A small bakery started selling gluten-free croissants that were featured in a local food blog
• ·The city council announced plans to improve public parks
• ·Pet hospital offers 24 hour emergency care for pets
• ·A city launched a bike-sharing program with 500 bicycles available at 30 different stations
• ·A taxi company launched a mobile app that allows customers to split fares with friends
• ·A study found that spending time with friends reduces the risk of depression in young adults
• ·The police department launched an app that lets users report traffic accidents and road hazards
• ·A small town organized a cleanup event that removed 3 tons of litter from local rivers
• ·A farm used solar panels to power its farm stand and reduce energy costs
• ·A city council discussed plans to improve water quality in local rivers and streams
• ·Health officials issued a public warning about a rise in seasonal flu cases urging pregnant women and seniors to get vaccinated
• ·A university opened a career center to help students find internships and jobs
• ·Hospital launches program to provide free health screenings for homeless populations
• ·The city introduced a new program to give rebates to residents who install solar panels