It is common knowledge that traditional burials are becoming increasingly environmentally harmful. Toxic chemicals used in embalming, lacquered wooden caskets buried beneath the ground, polished stone, and marble tombstones permanently altering the landscape are all things that cause extensive and lasting damage to surrounding ecosystems. But there are alternatives. Natural, or green burial, which seeks to mitigate the environmental impact of death, has recently been growing in popularity.
What is green burial? How is green burial different from a traditional funeral home burial? Is green burial more environmentally or ecologically friendly? How much does green burial cost? What burial laws govern green burial and other types of burial? This section of SevenPonds seeks to answer any questions you might have on green burial. - See more at: http://www.sevenponds.com/after-death/choosing-green-burial-or-natural-burial#sthash.RrW3PfCN.dpuf