Eco-ish

About Eco-ish

Telling eco-conscious consumer brand’s sustainability stories Sustainability is nuanced and full of trade offs. No one company is getting it “right” but some are further along than others. As a consumer, it can be time consuming and difficult to navigate purchasing products and services that are “doing good” for you and the planet too. Eco-ish Podcast is brought to you by Sustainable Living School founder & sustainability expert, Tracy Lydiatt. Each episode offers honest sustainability reviews to illuminate the good & help consumers make informed choices. Tune into a new, bite-sized episode every other week.

Publisher

Tracy Lydiatt

Category

education · leisure · science

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

14 Feb 2023

Latest episode

4 Oct 2023

Latest episodes

17 episodes in the feed.

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   4 Oct 2023

   Episode 17: Investing with Purpose: A Deep Dive into Responsible Investing in Canada

   Welcome to Ecoish Podcast and in this episode, we're delving deep into the realm of responsible investing in Canada, a topic that's not only reshaping the financial landscape but also making a positive impact on society and the environment. Join our host Tracy Lydiatt as she navigates the world of ethical investing and its growing importance in Canada. Our expert guest, Tim Nash from Good Investing, a seasoned financial advisor and sustainability advocate, will share insights into the principles and practices of responsible investing. Together, we'll help demystify the concept and shed light on how everyday investors can align their portfolios with their values. In this episode, you'll learn: What responsible investing really means and why it's gaining traction in Canada. The different approaches to responsible investing, from ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) criteria to impact investing. Success stories of companies and funds making a meaningful difference in the Canadian landscape. Practical tips for individuals looking to incorporate responsible investing into their financial strategy. The potential financial benefits of aligning your investments with your values. Whether you're a seasoned investor, a novice looking to start, or simply curious about how your investments can contribute to a better world, this episode is packed with valuable information. Responsible investing isn't just a buzzword; it's a powerful tool for positive change, and it's making waves across the Canadian investment landscape. Tune in to this episode of Ecoish Podcast to discover how you can invest with purpose and make a difference in Canada's financial future. Don't miss this enlightening discussion on responsible investing, right here on Ecoish Podcast! #ResponsibleInvesting #SustainableInvesting #ESGInvesting #ImpactInvesting #EthicalInvesting #SociallyResponsibleInvesting #GreenInvesting #SustainableFinance #ResponsibleFinance #InvestingForGood Episode links Good Investing Website: https://www.goodinvesting.com/ Tracy Lydiatt’s Award-Winning Guidebook: Your Green Family Blueprint We use a family run, small scale, print on demand service provider! (not Amazon) https://sustainablelivingschool.squarespace.com/book (https://sustainablelivingschool.squarespace.com/book) Sustainable Living School Download Your Free Sustainable Living Guide - http://www.sustainableliving.school JOIN THE 5-DAY FREE Sustainable Living MADE EASY Challenge http://www.SustainableLivingMadeEasyChallenge.com?afmc=1m (http://www.sustainablelivingmadeeasychallenge.com?afmc=1m) Say hi on social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainablelivingschool/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sustainablelivingschool LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainablelivingschool Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands (https://redcircle.com/brands) Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy (https://redcircle.com/privacy)

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   20 Sept 2023

   Episode 16 - Reeling in Sustainability: Fish Skin Leather

   Episode 16 - Reeling in Sustainability: Fish Skin Leather In this eco-conscious episode of Ecoish Podcast, we're diving deep into the world of sustainable fashion with a unique twist - leather made from fish skins! Join us as we explore the innovative and eco-friendly process of turning discarded fish skins into luxurious, durable, and ethical leather products. Our host, Tracy Lydiatt, is joined by a special guest, Tasha Nathanson, a renowned expert in sustainable fashion and the creative mind behind the fish skin leather revolution. Together, they'll unravel the fascinating journey from water to stylish, explaining how fish skins are upcycled, tanned, and transformed into beautiful, high-quality leather goods. Discover the environmental benefits of fish skin leather, including its reduced carbon footprint compared to traditional leather production, and how it helps combat overfishing by putting fish waste to good use. We'll also explore the ethical aspects of this sustainable fashion trend. Whether you're a fashion enthusiast or an eco-conscious consumer, this episode will leave you with a newfound appreciation for sustainable innovation and its potential to change the way we think about leather. Join us for an episode that's as informative as it is eye-opening, and be prepared to reel in some sustainable style inspiration! Episode links Seven Leagues Leather Website: https://www.7leagues.com/leather https://www.instagram.com/7leaguesleather/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/7LeaguesLeather/ Tracy Lydiatt’s Award-Winning Guidebook: Your Green Family Blueprint We use a family run, small scale, print on demand service provider! (not Amazon) https://sustainablelivingschool.squarespace.com/book Sustainable Living School Download Your Free Sustainable Living Guide - http://www.sustainableliving.school JOIN THE 5-DAY FREE Sustainable Living MADE EASY Challenge http://www.SustainableLivingMadeEasyChallenge.com?afmc=1m Say hi on social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainablelivingschool/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sustainablelivingschool LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainablelivingschool YouTube Video URL: https://youtu.be/ZnJ3EuXAoAg *Affiliate Disclaimer: Note this description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in no way obligated to use these links. Thank you for your support! 1. #SustainableLeather 2. #FishSkinLeather 3. #EcoFashion 4. #EthicalLeather 5. #SustainableStyle 6. #FishLeatherFashion 7. #EcoFriendlyLeather 8. #OceanFriendlyFashion 9. #UpcycledLeather 10. #SustainableFishLeather Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands (https://redcircle.com/brands) Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy (https://redcircle.com/privacy)

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   6 Sept 2023

   Episode 15 - Sustainable Endings with DeathCare BC

   Episode 15 - Sustainable Endings with DeathCare BC Welcome to "Sustainable Endings," the podcast episode that delves into the world of eco-friendly death care solutions. Join us as we embark on a journey to discover innovative and sustainable practices that are transforming the way we say our final goodbyes to loved ones while minimizing our environmental footprint. In this episode, we explore a wide range of topics, from green burial options and biodegradable cremation methods to eco-conscious funeral planning and the science behind natural decomposition. We'll also dive deep into the stories of individuals and organizations making meaningful contributions to the field of eco-friendly death care. Whether you're a passionate advocate for environmental conservation, a funeral industry professional seeking new insights, or simply someone curious about sustainable end-of-life choices, this podcast episode is your gateway to a world of eco-conscious options and inspiring stories of change. Discover how we can honor our loved ones while honoring the planet. Together, we can make a difference, one eco-friendly choice at a time. Website: https://deathcarebc.ca/ (https://www.environmentaljournalist.co.uk/) https://www.instagram.com/deathcarebc/ (https://www.instagram.com/deathcarebc/) https://www.facebook.com/deathcarebc (https://www.facebook.com/deathcarebc) Tracy Lydiatt’s Award-Winning Guidebook: Your Green Family Blueprint We use a family run, small scale, print on demand service provider! (not Amazon) https://sustainablelivingschool.squarespace.com/book (https://sustainablelivingschool.squarespace.com/book) Sustainable Living School Download Your Free Sustainable Living Guide - http://www.sustainableliving.school JOIN THE 5-DAY FREE Sustainable Living MADE EASY Challenge http://www.SustainableLivingMadeEasyChallenge.com?afmc=1m (http://www.sustainablelivingmadeeasychallenge.com?afmc=1m) Say hi on social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainablelivingschool/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sustainablelivingschool LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainablelivingschool YouTube Video URL: https://youtu.be/W7FP4WoGNMA *Affiliate Disclaimer: Note this description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in no way obligated to use these links. Thank you for your support! Video hashtags: #EcoFriendlyDeathCare #SustainableEndings #GreenBurial #BiodegradableCremation #FuneralPlanning #EnvironmentalConservation #Podcast #deathcarebc #emilybootle #tracylydiatt #ecoishpodcast Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands (https://redcircle.com/brands) Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy (https://redcircle.com/privacy)

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   22 Aug 2023

   Title: Episode 14 - Creating a Toxin-Free Home with Anna Turns

   Title: Episode 14 - Creating a Toxin-Free Home with Anna Turns Have you ever considered how toxins might be affecting your health and your home? It’s easier to imagine the impact of toxins on the environment when you hear news about an oil spill or a chemical train derailing. It’s less easy to see the dangers of indoor toxin exposure of daily micro doses of toxins that we’re exposed to through the food and products we bring into our homes. Indoor air quality and the link to household toxins is a hot topic for anyone seeking green living tips to reduce their indoor toxin exposure and create a healthy home environment. If you’re ready to discover more and learn how to detoxify your home, stay tuned! On today’s episode of Eco-ish Podcast we are pleased to introduce our listeners to Anna Turns, Environmental journalist based in the UK. Since studying biology at university, she has worked in the media for more than 20 years including writing for the Guardian, the BBC and presenting episodes of Costing the Earth for BBC Radio 4. Her work focuses on solutions – progress, innovations and the changemakers pushing for a greener planet. In 2022, she published her first book, Go Toxic Free: Easy and sustainable ways to reduce chemical pollution. Episode links Anna Turns & Go Toxin Free Book Links Website: https://www.environmentaljournalist.co.uk/ (https://www.environmentaljournalist.co.uk/) Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/envirojournalistdevon/ (https://www.instagram.com/envirojournalistdevon/) Tracy Lydiatt’s Award-Winning Guidebook: Your Green Family Blueprint We use a family run, small scale, print on demand service provider! (not Amazon) https://sustainablelivingschool.squarespace.com/book (https://sustainablelivingschool.squarespace.com/book) Sustainable Living School Download Your Free Sustainable Living Guide - http://www.sustainableliving.school (http://www.sustainableliving.school) JOIN THE 5-DAY FREE Sustainable Living MADE EASY Challenge http://www.SustainableLivingMadeEasyChallenge.com?afmc=1m (http://www.sustainablelivingmadeeasychallenge.com?afmc=1m) Say hi on social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainablelivingschool/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sustainablelivingschool LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainablelivingschool YouTube Video URL: https://youtu.be/6nkN0tD3Qbg *Affiliate Disclaimer: Note this description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in no way obligated to use these links. Thank you for your support! Video hashtags: #SustainableLivingSchool #TracyLydiatt #ecoishpodcast #annaturns #GoToxicFree #EcoLiteracy #NatureConnection #EnvironmentalEducation #SolutionsJournalism Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands (https://redcircle.com/brands) Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy (https://redcircle.com/privacy)

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   9 Aug 2023

   Episode 13: Get Mouthy Dental Care Box - The Hidden Truths about Toxins in Your Dental Care Products

   Episode 13: Get Mouthy Dental Care Box - The Hidden Truths about Toxins in Your Dental Care Products How often do we think about the impact our smiles might have on environmental issues? Probably not that often…it’s likely a semi-automatic, routine action you take in your daily life, brushing and flossing your teeth…how can this make an impact? The answer is slowly over time, your daily actions add up and impact both your body and the environment! Tune into this episode with CEO of Get Mouthy Dental Care Box, Lynda Sherman to learn the hidden truths about toxic floss and discover tips for achieving eco-conscious dental care! In this episode we talk about chemical-free toothpaste in a bar format, how all-natural oral care can help you achieve sustainable oral hygiene, where toxins lurk in your dental care routine and how to beat “sugar bugs” with eco-conscious dental care products. True to form, prepare to “get mouthy”! Get Mouthy Links Website: https://getmouthybox.com/ (https://getmouthybox.com/) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getmouthybox (https://www.facebook.com/getmouthybox) Tracy Lydiatt’s Award-Winning Guidebook: Your Green Family Blueprint We use a family run, small scale, print on demand service provider! (not Amazon) https://sustainablelivingschool.squarespace.com/book (https://sustainablelivingschool.squarespace.com/book) Sustainable Living School Download Your Free Sustainable Living Guide http://www.sustainableliving.school JOIN THE 5-DAY FREE Sustainable Living MADE EASY Challenge http://www.SustainableLivingMadeEasyChallenge.com?afmc=1m (http://www.sustainablelivingmadeeasychallenge.com/?afmc=1m) Say hi on social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainablelivingschool/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sustainablelivingschool LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainablelivingschool YouTube Video URL: https://youtu.be/P5fBf8Bg2E8 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands (https://redcircle.com/brands) Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy (https://redcircle.com/privacy)

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   26 Jul 2023

   Episode 12: Waste Knot Weddings - How to Easily Plan Environmentally Conscious Weddings

   Episode 12: Waste Knot Weddings - How to Easily Plan Environmentally Conscious Weddings Are you planning a wedding in the future and want it to be as environmentally conscious as possible but feel overwhelmed? Tune in to today’s episode with Mallory Gladman of Waste Knot weddings to learn a sustainable minded wedding planner’s top eco-friendly wedding tips! Join us as we embark on a green journey with Mallory, founder of Waste Knot wedding planning where her love for weddings meets sustainability, and together with her clients, she crafts weddings that leave a positive footprint on the planet. In this episode, we'll dive deep into the world of eco-friendly wedding planning, sharing invaluable tips, tricks, and creative ideas to make your special day as green as can be. From sourcing ethically-made wedding attire to discovering eco-conscious venues, we've got you covered! Learn about eco-friendly DIY decorations, planet-friendly menu options and how to reduce wedding waste that'll leave you with cherished memories while caring for Mother Earth. Whether you're a nature lover, a green enthusiast, or simply eager to make a positive impact on your big day you won’t want to miss out on this one! Let's take a step towards a greener future, one 'I Do' at a time. Show Links: Website: https://wasteknot.ca/ Insta: @wasteknot_weddings_events Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100078145056367&mibextid=LQQJ4d BC Marketplace: https://marketplacebc.ca/marketplace/wasteknot-weddings-and-events/ WPIC: https://wpic.ca/ MUSE: https://www.museusa.org/ Blue Standard by Oceanic Global: https://oceanic.global/projects/the-blue-standard/ ImpactAll by Circular Unity: https://circularunity.com/impactall/ Tracy Lydiatt’s Award-Winning Guidebook: Your Green Family Blueprint We use a family run, small scale, print on demand service provider! (not Amazon) https://sustainablelivingschool.squarespace.com/book Sustainable Living School Download Your Free Sustainable Living Guide - http://www.sustainableliving.school JOIN THE 5-DAY FREE Sustainable Living MADE EASY Challenge http://www.SustainableLivingMadeEasyChallenge.com?afmc=1m Say hi on social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainablelivingschool/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sustainablelivingschool LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainablelivingschool YouTube Video URL: https://youtu.be/Rp2Elgj3AX4 *Affiliate Disclaimer: Note this description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in no way obligated to use these links. Thank you for your support! Video hashtags: #SustainableLivingSchool #TracyLydiatt #QuickAdvice #greenweddings #ecofriendlyweddings #wasteknotweddings Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands (https://redcircle.com/brands) Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy (https://redcircle.com/privacy)

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   12 Jul 2023

   Episode 11: Rachel and Jesse - Kooshoo: Leading the way for zero-waste hair accessories

   Episode 11: Rachel and Jesse - Kooshoo: Leading the way for zero-waste hair accessories Did you know the standard elastic hair tie will last in the environment as waste for 4 generations? How many of you have seen them on the sidewalk or have lost many yourself? It’s a full cringe moment on a simple, background item that likely many of us don’t pay much attention to! Kooshoo Founders Rachel and Jesse have thought about the impact of plastic based hair ties and have worked tirelessly for the last 10 years to build their business offering alternatives to plastic-free hair accessories.  Tune in to our episode to discover how Kooshoo is leading the way for zero-waste hair accessories.  Built on a passion for environmentally friendly hair ties, Jesse and Rachel share how their life on an island inspired their business model thinking and what’s truly possible creatively when you start with a strong end goal in mind. Their end goal: to offer biodegradable hair ties, eco-conscious head bands and plastic free scrunchies that take conscious consumerism to the next level. Show Links: Kooshoo: https://kooshoo.com (https://kooshoo.com) Instagram: https://instagram.com/feelingkooshoo (https://instagram.com/feelingkooshoo) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/feelingKOOSHOO (https://www.facebook.com/feelingKOOSHOO) Tracy Lydiatt’s Award-Winning Guidebook: Your Green Family Blueprint We use a family run, small scale, print on demand service provider! (not Amazon) https://sustainablelivingschool.squarespace.com/book (https://sustainablelivingschool.squarespace.com/book) Sustainable Living School Download Your Free Sustainable Living Guide - http://www.sustainableliving.school JOIN THE 5-DAY FREE Sustainable Living MADE EASY Challenge http://www.SustainableLivingMadeEasyChallenge.com?afmc=1m (http://www.sustainablelivingmadeeasychallenge.com?afmc=1m) Say hi on social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainablelivingschool/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sustainablelivingschool LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainablelivingschool YouTube Video URL: https://youtu.be/ohk6KEynvY0 *Affiliate Disclaimer: Note this description contains affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in no way obligated to use these links. Thank you for your support! Video hashtags: #SustainableLivingSchool #TracyLydiatt #QuickAdvice #kooshoo #Plasticfree #Sustainablehairties Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands (https://redcircle.com/brands) Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy (https://redcircle.com/privacy)

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   28 Jun 2023

   Episode 10: Brad Scott - Transmutation: Innovations in Plastic Recycling from Rural Australia

   Episode 10: Brad Scott - Transmutation: Innovations in Plastic Recycling from Rural Australia Ever wonder what to do with those stray or accumulating bread tags in your kitchen junk drawer and if there’s plastic bread tag recycling you’re missing out on? Do you struggle with polystyrene recycling methods and how to find them? Tune in to our episode today to discover how Transmutation in Australia is providing innovations in recycling plastic waste from a small town in Southern Australia and making retail waves with their resulting houseware products. We discuss how Brad manages tons of plastic bread tag recycling in collaboration with a national charity. We also discover the recycling challenges for polystyrene and how Transmutation is transmuting this difficult plastic into reusable kitchen ware! Brad shares his genesis story for Transmutation, what they’re excited about and his top eco-friendly tips for plastic recycling plus how he’s used his grassroots business growth to positively affect larger corporate retailers to support his commitment to reducing plastic waste and his bottom up changes to their sustainable packaging solutions. Show Links: Transmutation Pty: https://www.transmutation.com.au/ Tracy Lydiatt’s Award-Winning Guidebook: Your Green Family Blueprint We use a family run, small scale, print on demand service provider! (not Amazon) https://sustainablelivingschool.squarespace.com/book Sustainable Living School - Download Your Free Sustainable Living Guide - http://www.sustainableliving.school JOIN THE 5-DAY FREE Sustainable Living MADE EASY Challenge http://www.SustainableLivingMadeEasyChallenge.com?afmc=1m Say hi on social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainablelivingschool/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sustainablelivingschool LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainablelivingschool YouTube Video URL: https://youtu.be/KACRmZ_FsEM Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands (https://redcircle.com/brands) Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy (https://redcircle.com/privacy)

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   14 Jun 2023

   Episode 9: Tracy Lydiatt - My Personal AH-HA moment & Guidance on Practical Sustainability

   Episode 9: Tracy Lydiatt - My Personal AH-HA moment & Guidance on Practical Sustainability We often hear the words 'sustainable' and 'sustainability' in our daily lives. But what does sustainability actually mean? What is sustainability and why is it important? How can we define it so that it’s easy to practically apply to our lives? Tune into this episode with Sustainable Living School Founder Tracy Lydiatt to hear how a close encounter with a caribou forever changed her life and discover what ski boundaries have to do with practical guidance on sustainable living at home. Show Links: The Framework for Strategic Sustainable Development Sustainable Mining: Applying the Framework for Strategic Sustainable Development to Mining Projects http://www.diva-portal.org/smash/get/diva2:831237/FULLTEXT01.pdf Sustainable Mining: Applying the Framework for Strategic Sustainable Development to Mining Projects http://www.diva-portal.org/smash/get/diva2:831237/FULLTEXT01.pdf Tracy Lydiatt’s Award-Winning Guidebook: Your Green Family Blueprint We use a family run, small scale, print on demand service provider! (not Amazon) https://sustainablelivingschool.squarespace.com/book JOIN THE 5-DAY FREE Sustainable Living MADE EASY Challenge http://www.SustainableLivingMadeEasyChallenge.com?afmc=1m Sustainable Living School Download Your Free Sustainable Living Guide - http://www.sustainableliving.school Say hi on social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainablelivingschool/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sustainablelivingschool LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainablelivingschool YouTube Video URL: https://youtu.be/CAb3IzhHDzw #SustainableLivingSchool #TracyLydiatt #QuickAdvice Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands (https://redcircle.com/brands) Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy (https://redcircle.com/privacy)

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    31 May 2023

    Episode 08: Sonja Picard - Recycling Old Jewelry within an Ethical Luxury Jewelry Brand

    TITLE: Episode 08: Sonja Picard - Recycling Old Jewelry within an Ethical Luxury Jewelry Brand Did you watch the movie Blood Diamond and recoil in horror learning about how the gem and jewelry industry can be so unethical? Are you curious about ethical and sustainable jewelry? If you’ve ever pondered, “How do I go about recycling my old jewelry?” and wondered who might do this, you’ll want to tune in! In today’s episode we launch ourselves fully into the world of award-winning Canadian jewelry designer Sonja Picard to learn how she’s built an ethical luxury jewelry brand based on eco-friendly jewelry making practices. With her we learn how she sources ethical gemstones and fair trade gold, we cover the key question: “why is sustainable jewelry important?”, discuss the growth of this industry plus the places there’s still room for improvement. Sonja also shares the eco-conscious ways in which she recycles old jewelry pieces. She does so with love and clear intentions to transmute family history and stories into new, custom designed recycled jewelry pieces. Her pieces promote the wellbeing of her clients with her bespoke Recycle Your Love jewelry recycling service. Website: www.sonjapicard.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Sonja-Picard-Jewelry-Designer-Artist-262434140434219/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonjapicard/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/sonjapicard JOIN THE 5-DAY FREE Sustainable Living MADE EASY Challenge http://www.SustainableLivingMadeEasyChallenge.com?afmc=1m Sustainable Living School Download Your Free Sustainable Living Guide - http://www.sustainableliving.school Say hi on social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainablelivingschool/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sustainablelivingschool LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainablelivingschool YouTube Video URL: https://youtu.be/PLFUiGHdj8Q *Affiliate Disclaimer: Note this description contains affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in no way obligated to use these links. Thank you for your support! Video hashtags: #SustainableLivingSchool #TracyLydiatt #QuickAdvice #sustainablejewelry #ethicaljewelry #sonjapicard #recycleyourlove Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands (https://redcircle.com/brands) Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy (https://redcircle.com/privacy)

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    17 May 2023

    Episode 07: Erin Fay - How to recycle hard to recycle recyclables

    Episode 07: Erin Fay - How to recycle hard to recycle recyclables Ever wish you had ONE place to take all your hard to recycle items such as toothbrushes, silica packets, batteries, shoes and many other household products? Meet Erin Fay, the board president of the Cincinnati Recycling and Reuse Hub. This hub is a unique facility that aims to help people rethink how they think about "waste" and specifically is offering a one-stop-shop for how to recycle hard to recycle recyclable products! Tongue twister we know! On today’s episode we talk about why it is important to recycle properly, what items are quick recycling and what are common household products that are the most difficult to recycle. Erin shares a “berry” good case study / story about why plastic is hard to recycle and we talk about where recyclables really go. Tune in to learn more and listen to Erin’s wealth of knowledge! Show Links Website: https://www.cincinnatirecyclingandreusehub.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CintiRRH/?modal=admin_todo_tour Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cincyrecyclingreusehub/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CintiRrh LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cincinnati-recycling-and-reuse-hub YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrK0SjHHNMeHU1senKrYqXg Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cincyrecyclingreusehub?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Sustainable Living School Download Your Free Sustainable Living Guide - http://www.sustainableliving.school Say hi on social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainablelivingschool/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sustainablelivingschool LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainablelivingschool #hardtorecycle #ecoishpodcast #recyclinghub #SustainableLivingSchool #TracyLydiatt #QuickAdvice Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands (https://redcircle.com/brands) Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy (https://redcircle.com/privacy)

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    26 Apr 2023

    Episode 06: Vine Permaculture - Permaculture education and design

    Have you ever wondered how to start permaculture gardening or even just what permaculture is? Anyone looking to boost their greenthumb and gardening knowledge will want to tune in to this latest episode of Eco-ish podcast, where we surf the digital waves all the way to Ireland to speak with Cormac Harkin, one of the co-founders of Vine Permaculture. We cover questions like: “what is permaculture?” and why this method of garden planning and farming offers benefits over conventional farming. Cormic shares what the advantages of permaculture are and how you can even implement it without the use of animals; providing some urban permaculture solutions to apply immediately. Being a newbie gardener, host Tracy Lydiatt discovers that you don’t have to be a permaculture design professional to implement permaculture front yard gardens and how to implement permaculture like ideas into her own garden system. Finally Cormac shares some valuable professional resources that any gardening hobbyist or newly graduated permaculture design professional will want to tune into! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands (https://redcircle.com/brands) Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy (https://redcircle.com/privacy)

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    12 Apr 2023

    Episode 05: Bosnal - Palm Leaf Plates as Disposable Plate Alternatives

    DESCRIPTION: How many backyard barbeques, birthday parties or events have you been to that used disposable plastic (or paper) plates and plastic cutlery? Ever wonder what happens to them after the party or where they originally came from? In today’s episode, we meet Krishna, the passionate owner of Bosnal, a company with a social enterprise heart working to create disposable plate alternatives that are biodegradable and eco-friendly. Bosnal is supported by a social-enterprise in India that employs women to collect fallen palm leaves and transform them into food-safe plates, bowls and platters. In this episode we discuss the impacts of disposable plastic dinner wear, uncover palm leaf plates benefits, learn if they’re reusable (or not) and hear about the India based social enterprise helping this shift from plastic to biodegradable. Bosnal LINKS Website: https://www.bosnal.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bosnalusa/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bosnalusa/ Bonsal YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVQ5k03w5HrLrSySILZMKkw (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVQ5k03w5HrLrSySILZMKkw) SAY HI ON SOCIAL Website: www.sustainableliving.school Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eco.ish.podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainablelivingschool/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sustainablelivingschool LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainablelivingschool YouTube Video for this podcast: https://youtu.be/B3r80dwLb1A Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands (https://redcircle.com/brands) Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy (https://redcircle.com/privacy)

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    22 Mar 2023

    Episode 04: Sharewares - Boldly growing the circular economy in Canada of reusable packaging for food

    Did you know...Vancouverites throw away 441 million single-use cups and containers each year!? In this Episode of Eco-ish Podcast, we talk to Cody Irwin, Shareware’s founder and CEO. Sharewares is a rapidly growing company in the circular economy in Canada on a mission to make reusable containers convenient and accessible so that they become the default choice for all packaging selection. We discuss how Sharewares is building a new circular economy for plastics and how easy it is to implement their system of reusable plastic packaging for food used by cafes, Tim Hortons and Skip the Dishes. Learn more about the deep impact COVID had on increasing plastic waste and how their system of reusable containers is helping the environment. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands (https://redcircle.com/brands) Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy (https://redcircle.com/privacy)

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    8 Mar 2023

    Episode 03: Earth Warrior - Is a Zero Waste Lifestyle Possible in Canada?

    Earth Warrior is an Edmonton based zero waste small business founded by Katrina Hillyer focused on creating home and lifestyle products for zero waste living made from reused and repurposed textiles she saves from going to the landfill. Calling in from her Zero Waste Studio, we discuss the environmental impacts of our disposable, throw away culture, her most popular product, the Unpaper Towel Roll plus other tips for how to adopt a zero waste lifestyle. Famous for her playful, reusable shopping bags that are also foldable, Katrina also shares how she’s diverted over 10,000 kg of textile waste from going to the landfill and her plans to double this goal in 2023. Prepare to be inspired and learn ways to adopt a zero waste lifestyle! Shop Earth Warrior https://bit.ly/3E3Avb4 (https://bit.ly/3E3Avb4) Earth Warrior Social Links INSTAGRAM (https://www.instagram.com/earthwarrior_lifestyle/), FACEBOOK (https://www.facebook.com/EarthWarriorLifestyle), TIKTOK (http://www.tiktok.com/@earthwarrior_lifestyle), PINTEREST (https://www.pinterest.ca/earthwarriorlifestyle/) Sustainable Living School SAY HI ON SOCIAL Website: www.sustainableliving.school (http://www.sustainableliving.school) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eco.ish.podcast (https://www.instagram.com/eco.ish.podcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainablelivingschool/ (https://www.instagram.com/sustainablelivingschool/) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sustainablelivingschool (https://www.facebook.com/sustainablelivingschool) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainablelivingschool (https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainablelivingschool) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands (https://redcircle.com/brands) Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy (https://redcircle.com/privacy)

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    1 Mar 2023

    Episode 02: askBelynda - The Chrome plugin to make sustainable shopping easy

    Finding the best eco friendly products on Amazon.com has never been easier with the Chrome plug in, askBelynda. In this episode of Eco-ish, we meet Founder Irete Hamdani, a computer sciences engineer who created askBelynda as a way for consumers to distinguish between eco friendly and non eco friendly products for sale on Amazon.com. Irete and her team are passionate about helping shoppers understand the benefits of shopping this way and to discover what makes a product eco friendly. She shares how they put their recommendations through a rigorous screening process to build trust with their users. AskBelynda LINKS Website: https://www.askbelynda.com/  (https://www.askbelynda.com/) Chrome Extension: https://bit.ly/3HRFUnS (https://bit.ly/3HRFUnS) Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/askbelynda (https://www.facebook.com/groups/askbelynda) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/askbelynda/ (https://www.instagram.com/askbelynda/) SAY HI ON SOCIAL Website: www.sustainableliving.school (http://www.sustainableliving.school) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eco.ish.podcast (https://www.instagram.com/eco.ish.podcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainablelivingschool (https://www.instagram.com/sustainablelivingschool) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sustainablelivingschool (https://www.facebook.com/sustainablelivingschool) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainablelivingschool (https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainablelivingschool) YouTube Video URL: https://youtu.be/It7cGr-e3tI (https://youtu.be/It7cGr-e3tI) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands (https://redcircle.com/brands) Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy (https://redcircle.com/privacy)

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    14 Feb 2023

    Episode 01: Perk Eco - Creating Zero Waste Cafes with eco-friendly recycling systems for coffee cups

    Do you ever forget your reusable coffee cup when you visit your favourite coffee shop or when you head out for a work meeting? If you care about the impact that single use coffee cups have on the environmental you’ll be happy to discover there’s a powerful solution available to any coffee shop in North America. In this episode of Eco-ish, we meet Jen Henry, the CEO of Perk Eco, a specific recycling service focused on tackling coffee shop waste and who is passionate about creating zero waste cafes. We discuss why paper coffee cups are not recyclable via blue bin systems, how Perk Eco’s unique recycling system works, and where the coffee cups go to be properly recycled. PERK ECO Discount Offer Are you a coffee shop that wants to implement Perk Eco's recycling system / service? Use this link to get 20% off your first month! https://bit.ly/3YiLmWi (https://bit.ly/3YiLmWi) Perk Eco Social Links Website: www.perk.eco (http://www.perk.eco) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perk.eco.canada (https://www.facebook.com/perk.eco.canada) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perk_eco/ (https://www.instagram.com/perk_eco/) Say hi to us on social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eco.ish.podcast (https://www.instagram.com/eco.ish.podcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainablelivingschool (https://www.instagram.com/sustainablelivingschool) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sustainablelivingschool (https://www.facebook.com/sustainablelivingschool) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainablelivingschool (https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainablelivingschool) YouTube Video URL: https://youtu.be/CQI2EHQFQaA (https://youtu.be/CQI2EHQFQaA) *Affiliate Disclaimer: Note this description contains affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in no way obligated to use these links. Thank you for your support! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands (https://redcircle.com/brands) Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy (https://redcircle.com/privacy)

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