Reduce Your Carbon Footprint and Save Money

Katie Bevan from the F.A.R.M. boutique is in the studio. She tells us how shopping locally can not just save you money in the long run but can help reduce your carbon footprint. Have you ever brought your own straw to a restaurant before? Lisa does all the time and she talks with producer Ben about the daily life of no plastic bags and using paper straws. Lisa and Ben talk about plastic bags and paper straws 1:40Katie joins and talks about why local shopping is perceived to be so expensive vs big box stores 6:30The F.A.R.M. refillery and goods 11:00Where does the F.A.R.M. source their products 15:00Thanks to our sponsor Services. Visit yourhomeservices.ca and mention “Echo Podcast” to get your first 3 months of your water heater rental free *some restrictions may apply*Explore more North Bay podcasts and stay updated on local events and news at NorthBayEcho.ca.For exclusive North Bay updates and insights, subscribe to our newsletter Echo Essentials.Stay connected with Echo on social media: @NorthBayEchoProduction Credits:Host: Lisa BoivinProducer: Ben SargentContent Director: Dave DaleProduced by Story Studio Network & Clark CommunicationsDon't miss out on the latest from North Bay's cherished podcast – subscribe and join the conversation today!