A global tech giant said it will invest $2.8 billion in renewable energy projects to cut its carbon footprint by 48% by 2030

A charity collected donations of school supplies for children in rural areasA university research team discovered a new species of insect in a tropical rainforest

A bookstore offered a discount on all hardcover books during a weekend saleA city council approved a plan to plant 1,000 new trees in urban parks over the next yearA clothing store donated a portion of its sales to a charity that supports homeless youth

A hospital hired more respiratory therapists to handle an increase in patients with breathing issuesA school started a music program where students learn to play string instruments

A tech company launched a new feature for its video conferencing tool that allows virtual backgrounds

A national park offered guided nature hikes led by volunteer naturalistsPolice department uses body cameras to increase transparency

Dance school holds winter recital with ballet and tap performancesResearch indicates that sunlight exposure boosts mood in people with SAD

Camera store offers photography workshops for beginnersWildlife rescue group rehabilitates injured owl and releases it into wild

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• ·The postal service announced it would extend holiday shipping deadlines for online orders
• ·The national park service announced plans to improve trails and visitor facilities
• ·Environmental groups organized a clean-up event along a major river collecting 4 tons of waste
• ·A major airline revealed plans to add 18 new international routes by the end of the year
• ·The national choir performed a concert at a famous venue
• ·Geologists study impact of melting glaciers on sea level rise in Arctic region
• ·A cultural organization launched a campaign to preserve endangered traditional languages
• ·Study finds that essential oils like lavender improve sleep quality
• ·A survey found that 65% of consumers prefer to buy products with eco-friendly packaging
• ·A city banned plastic bags in all grocery stores and retail shops
• ·A café introduced a seasonal lavender latte that became a viral hit on social media
• ·Juice bar uses locally grown fruits and vegetables for all menu items
• ·Health experts released new guidelines recommending that adults get at least seven hours of sleep per night to maintain optimal health.
• ·Toy company releases educational games that teach coding to young children
• ·Researchers found that walking in forests reduces stress hormones in the body
• ·A historic church in the downtown area underwent a year-long restoration to preserve its stained glass