In this episode we discuss biodiversity. Learn what it is and why it is imperative for us to protect it for our own survival. Resources:https://www.apricotlanefarms.com/our-story/https://www.oursafetynet.org/biodiversity/https://www.worldwildlife.org/pages/what-is-biodiversityhttps://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/tigers-in-nepal-bounce-back-2022/https://www.naturetrust.bc.ca/conserving-land/threats-to-biodiversityhttps://www.naturetrust.bc.ca/conserving-land/what-can-we-dohttps://nbs.net/5-main-threats-to-biodiversity/

In this episode we discuss back-to-school shopping.  Learn how you can make tiny tweaks in your shopping list to make a big environmental impact with the added bonus of saving some money.Resources:https://getrocketbook.com/https://greenthatlife.com/a-green-back-to-school-tips/https://rewaste.ca/https://www.edmonton.ca/programs_services/garbage_waste/reuse-centre-accepted-itemshttps://thecrayoninitiative.org/our-work/https://www.terracycle.com/en-CA/brigades/staples-en-ca#@54.02407489434523:-102.71170552618241zoom:4

In this episode we discuss greenwashing.  Learn what it is, how some of your favourite companies are guilty of it and how to spot the signs so you can support companies that genuinely reduce their environmental impact.Resources:https://zerowasteboxes.terracycle.ca/https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2022/01/be-on-the-lookout-for-greenwashing.htmlhttps://www.competitionbureau.gc.ca/eic/site/cb-bc.nsf/frm-eng/GH%C3%89T-7TDNA5https://www.greenecodream.com/blogs/blog/the-20-sustainable-certifications-you-need-to-knowhttps://earth.org/what-is-greenwashing/https://ethicalmadeeasy.com/https://www.projectcece.com/https://thesustainableagency.com/blog/greenwashing-examples/https://www.compostic.co.nz/https://www.vancouverisawesome.com/highlights/40-of-companies-make-misleading-environmental-claims-finds-global-report-4997631https://www.vancouverisawesome.com/highlights/40-of-companies-make-misleading-environmental-claims-finds-global-report-4997631https://bluedotmarketing.ca/the-7-sins-of-greenwashing/https://www.jumpstartmag.com/top-5-greenwashing-scandals-of-the-past-decade/

In this episode we discuss the various ways you can make sustainable and responsible food choices at home and at the grocery store.  We all need to eat, but did you know that your next trip to the grocery store can impact the planet?Resources:https://www.theorganicbox.ca/https://www.foodnetwork.com/how-to/packages/smart-shopping/how-to-sustainable-grocery-shoppinghttps://www.4ocean.com/blogs/blog/11-sustainable-grocery-shopping-tipshttps://www.healthfitnessrevolution.com/10-sustainable-grocery-shopping-habits/https://www.seafoodwatch.org/recommendations/https://ourpart.ca/articles/sobeys-and-second-harvest-save-surplus-food-from-going-to-waste/https://www.sobeys.com/en/foodrescue/https://wrwcanada.com/en/get-involved/resources/food-waste-themed-resources/food-waste-canada-factshttps://lovefoodhatewaste.ca/

In this episode we discuss the benefits of spending time in nature and how to make eco-conscious choices on your next camping trip.  Learn how to appreciate mother nature without adding to her troubles.Resources:https://gaia-ajacompany.myshopify.com/https://e360.yale.edu/features/ecopsychology-how-immersion-in-nature-benefits-your-healthhttps://rvlife.com/environment-harm/https://decideoutside.com/what-are-ways-camping-negatively-impacts-the-environment/https://lnt.org/why/7-principles/https://www.euronews.com/green/2021/11/04/turning-traffic-into-clean-energy-how-this-startup-plans-to-power-the-streets-of-istanbulhttps://www.rei.com/blog/camp/how-to-have-a-more-eco-friendly-camping-triphttps://coolofthewild.com/zero-waste-camping/https://www.voyageurtripper.com/ultimate-guide-to-eco-camping/

In this episode we honour World Oceans Day and discuss the importance of oceans as well as the countless threats to them.  Learn why the oceans are so integral to life on Earth and what you can do to help restore them.  Resources:https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2022/apr/14/uk-largest-sandbank-dogger-bank-protection-bottom-trawlinghttps://www.conservation.org/stories/ocean-pollution-11-facts-you-need-to-knowhttps://www.theoceanpreneur.com/impact/ocean-education/seven-reasons-ocean-important/https://oceanconservationtrust.org/ocean-advocacy/think-ocean/why-is-the-ocean-important/https://www.un.org/en/observances/oceans-dayhttps://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/article/ocean-threatshttps://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/11/ocean-climate-change-solutions/https://mission-blue.org/https://www.chasingcoral.com/take-action/

In this episode we discuss single-use plastic and the damaging impact it is having on wildlife, oceans and our health.  Learn what it is, how to avoid it, substitute it with other products and why it is so important to do so.Resources:https://time.com/6080933/greenland-bans-oil-exploration/#:~:text=Greenland's%20west%20coast%20alone%20is,natural%20gas%20in%20the%20easthttps://www.greenpeace.org/africa/en/blogs/14052/everything-you-should-know-about-single-use-plastic/#:~:text=Single%2Duse%20plastic%2C%20or%20disposable,Plastic%20bread%20bag%20tagshttps://environmentjournal.ca/canada-moving-forward-with-single-use-plastics-ban/#:~:text=The%20Government%20of%20Canada%20is,plastics%20in%20the%20short%20termhttps://www.walmartcanada.ca/newsroom/2021/12/07/walmart-canada-to-eliminate-single-use-plastic-bagshttps://plasticoceans.org/the-facts/https://www.nationalgeographic.org/article/worlds-plastic-pollution-crisis-explained/?utm_source=BibblioRCM_Rowhttps://www.thecarycompany.com/insights/articles/glass-vs-plastic-packaginghttps://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/services/managing-reducing-waste/reduce-plastic-waste/get-involved.html

In this episode we discuss the basics of recycling, why it’s so important and how easy it can be for you to do it effectively.  We have finite space on this planet and it’s crucial we understand where things go when we throw them away.Resources:https://www.edmonton.ca/programs_services/apps_mobile/wastewise-apphttps://www.albertarecycling.ca/https://www.edmonton.ca/programs_services/garbage_waste/eco-stations#stack71917https://www.edmonton.ca/programs_services/garbage_waste/reuse-centrehttps://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/services/managing-reducing-waste/overview-extended-producer-responsibility/inventory-recycling-programs.htmlhttps://www.euronews.com/green/2022/03/03/most-significant-environmental-deal-since-paris-un-agrees-on-landmark-plastic-pollution-trhttps://plasticactioncentre.ca/directory/plastic-by-the-numbers/

In this episode we acknowledge and unpack the feelings surrounding approaching zero-waste living and the all-or-nothing mentality that needs to be dispelled.  Remember you can’t do everything, the best thing you can do is something.Resourceshttps://www.blenderzgarmentrecyclers.com/https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-china-57773472

Welcome to The Sage Mission!  In this episode we tell you a little bit about ourselves and what motivated us to start this podcast.  Learn what inspired us to work toward a zero-waste lifestyle, why we care about the environment and why you should too.Into/outro music by Thomas Wasuita