Bodies don't go into the pods. Rather, cremated human remains are placed in the biodegradable, plastic-derived urns, and then those urns get covered in soil. After that, a pre-existing tree gets ...

Dear Savvy Senior: What can you tell me about green funeral options? At age 80, I would like to preplan my funeral and make it as natural as possible. — Old Environmentalist Dear Environmentalist: ...

ROCHESTER — The generation known for challenging social norms and traditions is dying to change another industry. Green burials are becoming more in demand as baby boomers plan their deaths. Industry ...

When people lose a loved one — especially unexpectedly — environmental consciousness may be the last thing on their minds. But modern funeral practices are wreaking havoc on the environment. Bodies ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Simple, green burials ...

This story was produced in collaboration with CivicStory as part of the New Jersey Sustainability Reporting project. Along a winding, bright green moss trail in Steelmantown Cemetery is a small ...

Alternative funeral methods are gaining attention for their symbolism, spirituality, or sustainability. Across the globe, people honour their dead in different ways. Some are rooted in ancient ...

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Environmentally-friendly options are everywhere these days: paper straws, reusable bags, LED lights, rechargeable batteries, metal water bottles and more. The list goes on and on. And now, it includes ...