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Burying Ashes in Biodegradable Cremation Urns

Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012
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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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Funeral Clothing for the Green Fashionista

Tuesday, March 13th, 2012
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Pia Interlandi has just the garments to let those planning eco-funerals go in style.

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Alternatives to Flowers for a Funeral

Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011
Photo by Garry Knight

Whether you’re planning a funeral or showing sympathy, there are beautiful and thoughtful alternatives to flowers. Consider these ideas.

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Should a Crematorium’s Leftover Heat Warm a Public Pool?

Thursday, February 17th, 2011
Photo by Lee Coursey

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.

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Sending Cremains Back to Nature

Thursday, January 27th, 2011
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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.

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Ah, Venice! Scattering Ashes Overseas

Tuesday, January 4th, 2011
Photo by Chiara Marra

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.

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Pacemakers Removed Before Cremation Go on to Save Lives

Tuesday, December 28th, 2010
Photo by By Steven Fruitsmaak via Wikimedia Commons

Pacemakers removed before cremation, which are usually simply thrown away, can go on to save the lives of needy heart patients.

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Dispelling Common Cremation Myths

Thursday, December 16th, 2010

The cremation process is mysterious to many people. To help you understand your options better, let’s dispel some common myths.

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Eco-Friendly Funerals: Three Ideas

Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010
Planning an eco-friendly funeral is easier than you might think

We’ve all heard the phrase “ashes to ashes,” but what does having an eco-friendly funeral really mean?

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