on August 10, 2023

ACCIONA supports literacy initiative

By Village of Rich-wood included in efforts 

 

From Gazette staff reports

ACCIONA Energía has launched an initiative to support childhood literacy through the access to books and the improvement of reading proficiency among young children in the communities where it operates.

The company is working with Bess the Book Bus, a mobile literacy program dedicated to narrowing the academic achievement gap, local schools and libraries to help children develop strong reading skills and a love of learning.

“At ACCIONA Energía, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed and we are committed to doing our part to help make that a reality,” said Joaquin Castillo, CEO of ACCIONA Energía North America. “We are excited to launch t…

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