A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences

A national park closed some backcountry trails during bear mating season for safetyA bakery received a certificate of excellence for its sustainable business practices

A construction company finished building a new apartment complex with affordable housing unitsA research study showed that eating a diet rich in vegetables can reduce the risk of heart diseaseA café started serving vegan milk options, including almond, oat, and soy milk

A government program helped first time homebuyers with down payment assistanceA sports team traded a star player to another team for two up and coming athletes

A city added more bike repair stations in parks and near bike lanes

A smartphone company released a new operating system with improved security featuresA construction company began work on a new apartment building that will include 200 affordable units

A musician released a new album that topped the streaming charts within 48 hours of its releaseA doctor developed a mobile app that helps patients track their medication schedules and symptoms

A city hosted a food festival that featured dishes from 40 different cultures drawing 15,000 attendeesA sports equipment brand launched a line of sustainable products made from recycled plastic bottles

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• ·A coffee shop started using coffee grounds to make fertilizer for community gardens
• ·An international art exhibition will be held in the capital next spring
• ·Study finds that working in green offices boosts employee productivity by 15 percent
• ·A legendary singer announced a comeback tour after 15 years of retirement
• ·A fashion store started offering online styling consultations for customers who prefer shopping from home
• ·Engineers designed a new type of solar-powered water heater for rural homes
• ·Major supermarket chains announced plans to phase out plastic bags by the end of the year
• ·The government provided financial aid to ranchers affected by drought conditions
• ·Environmental activists organized a beach cleanup event collecting 7 tons of plastic waste
• ·Study links lack of green spaces to increased stress levels in urban areas
• ·A community organized a food drive to collect donations for low-income families during the holiday season
• ·A library started a book club for teens that focused on young adult fiction
• ·A restaurant started offering happy hour specials on appetizers and cocktails
• ·The United Nations held a summit to discuss strategies to reduce global food waste
• ·A community garden started a composting program to reduce waste and improve soil quality
• ·The national opera company announced its upcoming season featuring classic productions