Funeral Industry And The Green Initiatives They Promote

| Sunday, November 25, 2012
By Alexis Cox


Some may consider it just a fad, but considering the effect of mankind's activities on the environment, there are actually many reasons why more and more people are joining ecological campaigns. In fact, even industries that rarely changed their business routines are now taking the initiative to come up with more eco-friendly products and services. For example, the funeral industry, especially the companies offering casket services now include urns and funeral boxes that are made of recycled materials in their product list.

Funeral houses are turning back to basics by offering coffins made from environmentally-sustainable materials such as bamboo, pine, and even recycled paper. These types of caskets are also biodegradable unlike traditional caskets which may have metal features that will not decompose. Some funeral companies are also offering formaldehyde-free burials to prevent polluting the earth with toxic chemicals. In Singapore, people can consult with the Funeral director Singapore residents trust to know what greener alternative services they provide.

Meanwhile, some of the more creative suggestions for sea burials include the creation of artificial reefs by using the ashes of the cremated body to build each block of reef. It's a great idea especially if loved ones are certified divers who can visit the not so typical gravesite any time.

Those who opt for this kind of burial also have the option to choose urns made of clay and other recyclable materials. A biodegradable bag is placed inside to hold the ashes. Also, funeral service in Singapore covers almost everything that a bereaving family may require for the funeral of a loved one including transportation.

Lastly, the most uncommon eco-friendly burial alternative was presented at the Technology Entertainment Design conference by visual artist Jae Rhim Lee. Her idea was to eliminate all toxins produced by decomposition with mushroom spores stitched to a "death suit." This proposal might be perceived by many as an extreme idea but the message is clear. Even in the funeral industry, providing casket services is not enough. Green innovations must be put in place in order to contribute to the global effort of saving the environment.




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