With biodegradable caskets and shrouds, no embalming, and often a tree planted in the honor of the deceased instead of a headstone, green funerals are gaining traction as an environmentally sound option. The best part is besides being morally satisfying, they’re cheaper than traditional funerals! With less preparation and chemicals required and the less extravagant caskets, it takes far less money to have a green funeral.
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Making Death Natural Again
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Submitted by chazthetic on Mon, 2008-02-04 19:19. | Tags: culture | casket | chemicals | conservation | death | embaliming | environment news | funeral | green | natural