green burial

Green Burial

A green burial is a simple and natural burial. Green burial, or natural burial, ensure that the burial site remains as natural as possible. Interment is done in a bio-degradable casket or shroud.

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A green burial is an eco-friendly alternative to traditional burial practices, emphasizing simplicity and environmental sustainability. It avoids embalming chemicals, non-biodegradable caskets, and concrete vaults, allowing the body to return naturally to the earth.

Key features of green burials include:

  • Natural Materials: Use of biodegradable caskets, shrouds, or urns made from materials like bamboo, wicker, or untreated wood.
  • Conservation of Land: Often conducted in natural burial grounds or conservation cemeteries, these sites preserve natural habitats and support ecosystem health.
  • No Embalming: Bodies are not embalmed, avoiding the use of chemicals that could harm the environment.
  • Minimal Markers: Grave markers, if used, are typically simple and made of natural materials, such as stones or plants.
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You may Contact Us to answer any questions that you may have regarding celebrating a life by honoring a request for a green burial. Let us help you navigate through the many decisions that need to be made and provide answers to the many questions you may have.