The Eco-Afterlife

According to CNN, green burials are a growing trend and "the market is potentially huge." "Biodegradable coffins are part of a larger trend toward "natural" burials, which require no formaldehyde embalming, cement vaults, chemical lawn treatments or laminated caskets. Advocates say such burials are less damaging to the environment."

The Natural Burial Company and The Green Burial Council are featured in the CNN story. Read the full story here.