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The United Nations has set Sustainable Development Goals to help us tackle concerns across multiple dimensions: societal, economic, and environmental. Today, we’re speaking with Claudia La Rue, the First Secretary to the Dominican Republic mission of the United Nations. We’re first overviewing the Millennium Development Goals, then discussing what the Sustainable Development Goals hope to accomplish for global wellbeing by 2030. There is really an opportunity for individuals across sectors to contribute to solving these international issues! We’re sharing ideas and progress to look towards, beyond the agenda. You can find more information on the Sustainable Development Goals here.

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Black Friday sales are upon us, and holiday gift giving is definitely testing our commitment to being conscious consumers! On today’s bonus episodes, we’ll be going through guidelines to be a mindful shopper for both yourself and others. We’re sharing some creative ideas as alternatives to likely landfill-bound presents, plus reframing our mindset around extreme sales.

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Check out TOTALLY ECO CHIC: The Eco-Conscious Lifestyle Shop at totallyecochic.com + use code LAUNCH10 through Monday, December 2. Find us on social media at @totallyecochic on Instagram + Facebook.

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I am beyond thrilled to welcome you today to TOTALLY ECO CHIC: The Eco-Conscious Lifestyle Shop! I am sharing my journey thus far: how this podcast began, including some behind-the-scenes insight, like why we don’t have advertisers. TOTALLY ECO CHIC is our new sister brand – a place for all your stylish sustainability supplies. I’ll discuss the vision behind the products in our first drop: produce bags, silicone bags, baseball caps, and postcards featuring one-of-a-kind, cheeky graphics. You’ll also be introduced to the team behind the shop!

You can shop with us online at totallyecochic.com + keep in touch via Instagram, @totallyecochic + Facebook, @totallyecochic. I truly cannot wait for you to see the products and experience this movement!!

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With some potential sticky climate conversations looming this holiday season, we’re learning today how to have thoughtful, relatable conversations with climate skeptics. We’re chatting with Sarah Ott, a chapter leader with Citizens Climate Lobby in a conservative North Georgia region, and a teacher ambassador with the National Center for Science Education. Sarah is a former climate skeptic herself, College Republican, and the granddaughter of a coal miner. We’re sharing lots of tangible, take-home tips on how to handle conversations around your environmental values with people who may not hold the same concerns.

TOTALLY ECO CHIC: The Eco-Conscious Lifestyle Shop. Coming very, very soon at totallyecochic.com!!

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It’s Election Day! We’re gearing up to hear about a lot of different environmental plans this next campaign season, so this episode is breaking down the basics to help you better determine which policies really speak to you. We’re talking about carbon pricing – explaining the difference between a carbon tax and a cap-and-trade policy – plus all the ways we can label net zero emissions. We’ll touch on the Paris Climate Accord, and how the U.S. leaving may have major economic implications. It’s easy to get overwhelmed with politics, but this episode will ideally help you quickly realize what certain plans are really about.

Episode 69: What Is The Carbon Budget?

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A great blog post from Patagonia on the withdrawal from the Paris Climate Accord

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We love a call-in episode! Today is all about encouraging those around you to think deeper about eco-conscious lifestyles. We’re speaking with three listeners about their initiatives in their respective local communities: Bella, creator of Sage Magazine; Faith, a host of local TV segments and workshops; and Nika, president of a free campus pop-up thrift shop. Across all conversations, we’re talking about those personal connections that really help those around you transition into more eco-conscious lifestyles.

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April Davis of The Vagina Blog joins up today to talk about all things menstruation! We’re discussing all of your options for period products – health benefits, reusable versus disposable, and encouraging you to find what works best for your body. April is also discussing fertility, and how we can support our cycle all month long. Other episodes mentioned are Episode 24 on menstrual cups + Episode 48 on sexual health products.

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Find April at http://thevaginablog.com + @thevaginablog

Products recommended:

* O.b. applicator-less tampons * Dot Cup (featured on Episode 24, listen here!)* Smartliners reusable pads + liners – use code “ecochic” for 15% off!

Books recommended:

* The Happy Hormone Guide* Beyond The Pill * Period Repair Manual* Taking Charge of Your Fertility

We’re talking about your dog’s environmental impact today. Let’s chat about poop bags: are they really biodegradable? We’re also addressing the age-old question of whether or not your dog should be a vegetarian. Plus, we’re talking about the best options for toys and beds that will last. Thank you to all listeners that gave recommendations to share on this episode!

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Items mentioned:

* BioBag (compostable doggie bags)* Nylon bag (zero waste bags)* SERTA CertiPUR pet beds* Natural Balance Vegetarian

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Plastic isn’t inherently “bad”… but what we’re doing with it definitely is! We’re talking today about where plastic comes from and how it ends up in your drinking water (and food!). Is recycling a good option? What’s wrong with those “eco” plastic water bottles? Plus, we’re touching on the environmental and health impacts of Styrofoam. Lots of good tidbits to help you educate and encourage your friends to join the plastic-free movement.

Email me if you would be interested in taking a survey for a new ECO CHIC project!! Just write “survey” in the email subject line, [email protected]

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Scooters are popping up on streets across the world… big cities, campuses, and coming to just about everywhere in between. E-scooter share programs are selling the idea of the “last mile ride,” but we’re breaking down why they’re not quite living up to that promise. On this episode, we’re talking about policy concerns, emissions, but also how e-scooters could definitely serve as a climate action tool in the future.

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