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Choosing a sustainable or natural burial method doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Eco-friendly options vary widely in cost, tradition, environmental impact, and availability—so this page serves as a gentle overview.

Use the guides below to explore each option at your own pace and learn which choices align best with your values, your needs, and your family’s circumstances.


Natural Burial

A simple, traditional burial using biodegradable materials that allow the body to return naturally to the earth.


Human Composting (Natural Organic Reduction)

A process that gently transforms the body into nutrient-rich soil through controlled, natural decomposition.


Aqua Cremation (Water Cremation / Alkaline Hydrolysis)

A low-emission alternative to flame cremation that uses water and alkali to accelerate natural decomposition.


Mushroom Burial Suit

An innovative biodegradable suit infused with mushroom spores designed to neutralize toxins and support soil regeneration.


Conservation Cemeteries

Natural burial grounds located within protected land preserves, supporting habitat restoration and long-term conservation.


Home Funerals & Family-Led Care

A return to traditional, family-directed care that allows loved ones to handle after-death arrangements at home.

Burial At Sea

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