This is a rebroadcast of an episode of the Carbon Alamanac Collective. A part of the Carbon Almanac Network of Podcasts.

Featuring Carbon Almanac Founder, Best-Selling Author and Culture Changer Seth Godin & Portfolio Editor in Chief Niki Papadopoulos.

In this episode, Jennifer is joined by Seth and Niki to explore the spark behind The Carbon Almanac. Seth shares why he started this, where the idea came from, what he accomplished in 24 hours and how he chose the Almanac format for the book. We learn from Niki about her role in the Almanac and how this project is different from others that she has worked on.

The conversation explores the early phase of writing the book as well as the establishment of the Almanac community. Seth dives into how the community has evolved and both Niki and Seth explain their most challenging moment so far. They share the personal impact this project has had on them and where they hope the project will be in a year from now while reminding us that it is not too late to join the Carbon Almanac project and create meaningful contributions.

Hello Everyone! To celebrate the Cost Of Goods Sold's first birthday, we are rebroadcasting the most popular episode of the last year. It's not a surprise why this one has the most downloads. Brianna and Kristy are generous, knowledgable and share a lot of useful information for Impact businesses and businesses wanting to explore B Corp certification, they also give a lot of insight into greenwashing, green blushing and what you should look for when looking to support "conscious" brands. If you missed this one the first time, it's definitely worth a listen. On to year two!

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In today's episode, we chat with Brianna Brown and Kristy O’Leary from Decade Impact. We learn what led each of them to work with purpose-based business, We learn why our actions in the next decade are so critical to the future of our planet, we hear all about what Bcorp is, why businesses become benefit corporations, why green blushing can be as big of an issue as greenwashing, and what to look out for if you are a consumer looking to create impact. By supporting brands committed to social, environmental, and economic change. 

If you want to Learn more about Kristy, Brianna and how they are Helping brands create a better world with Decade impact visit www.decadeimpact.com Looking to learn more about how they can support your impact business with future-focused design thinking, or are interested in the Getting to 80 program that uses the Bcorp framework? You can connect with them on instagram.com/decadeimpactLook for Brianna and Kristy on Linked In where they are actively contributing to the conversation surrounding how brands can create impact. 

• Decade Impact website
• The Occupy Movement
• Project Drawdown
• All We Can Save by Dr. Katharine K Wilkinson
• Linkedin Kristy O’Leary
• Linkedin Brianna Brown
• Getting to 80 Program

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Kendall Glauber from Lonely Whale and the NextWave Plastics Consortium went from summers in Southern California to the non-profit world, keeping plastic waste from entering the ocean. In this episode, we learn how her efforts through Lonely Whale are helping to drive recycling systems change and how NextWave’s member companies are using ocean-bound plastics to create new goods. We discover the impact of ocean-bound plastics and explore how informal workers in developing countries are a critical part of the system, and why waste is being mismanaged. And learn how multinational corporations and small businesses can help prevent plastics from polluting our oceans and how the circular economy supports social change. 

If you want to learn more about Nextwave, the member companies and how they are making waves by choosing ocean-bound plastics visit https://www.nextwaveplastics.org. You can follow along with Nextwave on their mission to keep plastic in the economy and out of the ocean on Twitter at nxtwaveplastics. Want to support Lonely Whale as a business? 1% for the planet members, you can find them listed as a non-profit, and they are always looking for new brands to join NextWave’s consortium.

Links from this episode:

NextWave Plastics

Lonely Whale

Forbes: The People Who Collect Most Ocean-Bound Plastic For Recycling Are Getting A Hand Up From A Group Of Companies And Brands

Marine pollution. Plastic waste inputs from land into the ocean

UN ocean treaty is ‘once in a lifetime’ chance to protect the high seas

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Kate Pepler from the Tare Shop was feeling overwhelmed with the doom and gloom narrative of our earth’s health and decided to do something about it. In this episode, we learn how Kate’s lifelong relationship with the water and a move to a coastal town influenced how she sees the world. We discover how Kate’s passions including sailing and environmental education and community building led her to entrepreneurship, we chat about why Kate decided to open a package-free store and cafe,  how shopping habits are shifting, why reducing plastic pollution is so important to her, how we can influence the world around us by choosing to support and shop mindfully, and how the interest in reducing waste, and a strong community focus had led to the Tare Shops success.

If you want to learn more about Kate, package free living and to shop her carefully curated collection of low waste goods, visit https://thetareshop.com/. Looking to learn more about zero-waste? And the steps you can take to reduce plastic in your life? There is a lot of tips and resources in Kate’s blog. If you want to follow along with Kate on her mission to make package-free living accessible on Instagram at thetareshop

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Yash Presswalla from Impact Skateboard Club left a career in music behind to start a nonprofit focused on supporting youth. In this episode we learn why he's chosen to use skateboarding as a vehicle for social change. We discover how Impact's programming, empowers children and youth to develop healthy self-esteem, resilience and other necessary life skills on and off the ramps. We hear how Impact teaches so much more than skateboarding. How their focus on accessibility, outreach and activism allows kids of all abilities and backgrounds to become skateboarders and champions for equality.

If you want to learn more about Yash, Impact Skateboard Club's, programming, or to send a kid to skate camp visit www.impactskateclub.com. Have an empty warehouse in central Toronto? Or a lead on a suitable space for indoor programming? Impact would love to hear from you. You can follow along with Yash on his mission to help kids learn more about emotional wellbeing and social skills through skateboarding and social action. On Instagram @impactskateclub.

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Janey Snelgrove and Shannon Fisher from Pillars of Light came together in the darkest part of the pandemic, with the goal to spread love and light throughout the world. In this episode we learn how the two explored the one-for-one model and other ways to give back, before settling on a partnership with GivePower. We discover why they chose luxury candles and why they went from pouring their own to partnering with a manufacturer in Montreal. We bring to light the unique challenges of launching a product in COVID times, learn what it means to be purpose- first. Hear what they learned about candle safety and funding for female-founded companies, and why after committing to bringing clean drinking water to 1 Million People, they feel so hopeful for the future. 

If you want to learn more about Janey, Shannon and how they’re Giving love through light—with a 1-for-1 approach visit www.pillarsoflight.co. Looking for that perfect gift? Their giveback model means that your purchase gives access to 5 years of clean drinking water to someone in need around the world. You can follow along with Janey and Shannon on their mission to spread light on Instagram @pillars_of_light.co

Links from this episode

Pillars of Light

GivePower

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Monique Chan from Bruized takes scraps destined for the compost bin and creates delicious treats. In this episode, we learn how time spent in restaurant prep kitchens led Monique to look at food waste differently. And explore the economic and environmental costs of what gets thrown away. We discover how she sources imperfect ingredients that would otherwise be discarded from local groceries and farmer's market vendors. And upcycles these and to healthy plant-based snacks. We chat about how she feels about food insecurity and the need for systematic change. What shifts do we need to take to deal with waste, how she plans to grow her business with local hubs over distribution. And how she's hopeful that others will join in to find innovative ways to make our food systems more sustainable.

If you want to learn more about Monique and how she's embracing imperfect to make feel-good food for the planet and the people around us or order some of her delicious pulp crunch visit bruized.com. You can follow along with Monique on her mission to upcycle imperfect produce into wholesome eats on Instagram at @bruizedco

Links from this episode

Bruized

UNEP Food Waste Index Report 2021

Where are grocers in the war on food waste? Canadian Grocer

Scrappy Cooking 'Tok

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Lindsey Laurain from ezpz turned the toddler feeding space upside down with a  tip-proof all-in-one placemat and plate that suctions to the surface. In this episode, we learn how she’s created a mission-driven company that leads with innovation and input from pediatric experts, how an onslaught of copies and counterfeits of her products almost derailed her focus, how defending her intellectual property almost killed her business, and how she’s built a value-based business by focusing on the tiniest of bottom lines - meeting the developmental milestones of her customers.

If you want to learn more about Lindsey and her developmentally-focused products that make mealtime less about mess and more about fun visit ezpzfun.com. Have a little one in the home? The ezpz blog has a tonne of tips and strategies to help little one meet mealtime milestones. You can follow along with Lindsey on her mission to revolutionize how we feed children on Facebook or Instagram @ezpzfun.

Links from this episode

Cost Of Goods Sold e04 An Introduction: Rebuilding a Purposeful Business Based on Values with Hip Mommies’ Jennifer Myers Chua

The video that started it all: Introduction to ezpz Happy Mat

Fake baby products are everywhere—here's how to spot the difference in Today’s Parent.

Beware: Dangerous Counterfeit Toys for Your Baby Are Being Sold on Amazon. Inc Magazine

Ezpz’s Rebuy Program, Relove & Recycling Program in Canada

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Alicia Lumsden from Queen’s Shop Fine Hairdressing created a salon where sustainability and community could co-exist. In this episode, we learn what sustainable means in the hairdressing world, and how Alicia deals with the salon’s waste from hair clippings to water and packaging – and how her battle with environmental sensitivities influenced these decisions. We discover how she’s using the salon to help alleviate food insecurity in her neighbourhood, what she’s doing about gratuities and wages, and why Queen’s Shop is a model for what is possible. A salon with respect for the community and the environment.

If you want to learn more about Alicia and her sustainable and inclusive beauty salon visit Queen’sShopHair.com. In Toronto? Visit Queen’s Shop to enjoy an uplifting salon experience. No matter your age, gender, race, or orientation. You can follow along with Alicia on her mission to promote sustainability within the beauty space. At Instagram @queensshophair

• www.queensshophair.com
• The Stop
• Trees For Life
• Coupe Bizarre Closing On Queen Street via BlogTo
• Davines
• Green Circle Salons
• Genuine Tea
• Propeller Coffee
• Axiology
• Loopjuice

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Concerns about climate change led Katherine Ellison from Bright Planet Pet to look closely at the environmental impact of pet ownership and create a line of 100% plant-based dog treats that taste and smell like real meat. In this episode, we learn how consumer behaviour has shifted in the pet product space, chat about the humanization of pets and what this means for sustainability. And learn how you can make an impact in this area by sourcing alternative proteins or switching to plant-based treats. Which may help lower your pet's carbon pawprint.

If you want to learn more about Katherine and her 100% plant-based pet treats visit brightplanetpet.com. In Canada? These sustainable vegan allergy-friendly treats are in-store at your local Pet Valu. You can follow along with Katherine on her mission to save the earth together with your pet one treat at a time on Facebook or Instagram @brightplanetpet

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