Live Green, Die Green With Environment-Friendly Burials

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Story by: Joy Robertson
Summary

Some Americans who strive to live green are also planning to die green. Will eco-friendly funerals bury the conventional funeral process?

 

Discussion

  •   Msimpson

    This is a win win for everybody. The financial hardship for people concerning burial expense is substantially reduced plus, your body can nourish the ground. It’s kind of like donating an organ except it’s your body you are donating and you’re not giving it to a person but to the earth. I can’t say as I’ve studied much on the topic but I sure think it’s a great idea. Good job!

    22 Apr 2010
      chuckd

    I would grow good tomatoes

    20 Apr 2010
      sl2388

    What a responsible step forward for Klingner Cope! Considering the generally lower cost associated with a green burial, I applaud their efforts! Great story!

    11 Mar 2010
      Joy Robertson

    Thank you, Sandra. There is clearly a shift in thinking when it comes to dying, death and the traditional burial. It's fascinating to me the way people find closure and comfort in such forward-thinking ways.

    02 Mar 2010
      DwyerNelson

    Very interesting. Always thought it would be nice to turn into an insect, worm, moss and such. I'd be useful even in death. Well presented.

    20 Feb 2010