Tag Archives: Green death

Eco-burials: Planting the Seed

Anna Citelli and Raoul Bretzel envision a cemetery dotted not by headstones but by trees
Posted on January 18, 2015 by MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

There’s been a rising trend in the past decade to reduce our end-of-life footprint. It is a hefty task, and one that calls for us to re-evaluate our burial options amongst other things. For many, that means having a “green” … Continue reading →

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Want to Care for Earth Even After You’re Dead? Put on the Mushroom Death Suit

Jae Rhim Lee, the founder of the Infinity Burial Project, turns to mushrooms as an answer for a greener future
Posted on October 8, 2014 by Julie Gesin (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

There’s something elemental about mushrooms, as they appear with their earthy smell — the very manifestations of the soil itself. In ancient Egypt, mushrooms were declared sacred and were only consumed by royalty. Associated with mythology and lore, mushrooms can … Continue reading →

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What is Natural Death Care and Green Burial? An Interview with Shari Wolf

Funeral director Shari Wolf explores the benefits of choosing natural death services over other funeral options
Posted on September 28, 2013 by MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Today, SevenPonds speaks with Shari Wolf. Shari is the founder of Natural Grace Funerals, which provides natural, eco-conscious death care options in the Los Angeles and Orange County areas. As the president and funeral director of Natural Grace, Shari believes … Continue reading →

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