Why bury cremains in a biodegradable cremation urn instead of spreading your loved one’s ashes? Some thoughts to consider as you think of ways to give your loved one a green burial.
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Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012Funeral Clothing for the Green Fashionista
Tuesday, March 13th, 2012
Pia Interlandi has just the garments to let those planning eco-funerals go in style.
Green Funerals: Facing the Polluting Problems of Decomposition
Tuesday, November 1st, 2011
Did you know that our bodies are harmful to the environment after we’ve passed on? Some tips for truly green and eco-friendly funerals and burials.
Giving Cremains New Life: Biodegradable Urn Options
Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011
Want a biodegradable urn option that’s out of the ordinary? Two options for green memorials that live on.
Biodegradable Urns: A Green Alternative to Scattering Cremains
Thursday, May 5th, 2011
Tips about biodegradable urns, from how they’re made to how long it takes for them to dissolve.
Alternatives to Flowers for a Funeral
Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011
Whether you’re planning a funeral or showing sympathy, there are beautiful and thoughtful alternatives to flowers. Consider these ideas.
Should a Crematorium’s Leftover Heat Warm a Public Pool?
Thursday, February 17th, 2011
Though there are many great reasons to choose cremation, it’s not a green process. Modern cremation requires very high heat, which is achieved by burning a lot of fossil fuel. After all that heat has served its purpose, it simply wafts out into the air as “waste heat.” The town of Redditch, near London, wants to change that.
Sending Cremains Back to Nature
Thursday, January 27th, 2011
There are many ways to return cremated ashes to nature, some simple and traditional, some practical, and some downright amazing. Here are just a few options.
Ah, Venice! Scattering Ashes Overseas
Tuesday, January 4th, 2011
Many people dream of having their ashes spread in the canals of Venice, but up until now, it’s been illegal. Venice’s city council may soon vote to change that.
Eco-Friendly Funerals: Three Ideas
Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010
We’ve all heard the phrase “ashes to ashes,” but what does having an eco-friendly funeral really mean?
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