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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Burying Ashes in Biodegradable Cremation Urns
Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012Greenwashing in the Funeral Industry
Thursday, November 3rd, 2011
How do you know if the eco-conscious decisions you are making for your or your loved one’s funeral are the truly a green choice?
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.
Are Entrepreneurs Changing the Face of Funerals?
Thursday, September 22nd, 2011
This week we’re all about the changing face of the funeral industry. On Tuesday, we talked about burgeoning female population in the funeral industry and today we wanted to talk about the up comers. The businesses that are changing the face of the funeral industry, regardless of what the old guard might think of funerals [...]
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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