Burial and cremation come with some pretty major environmental problems. Both involve huge amounts of energy, resources and pollution.
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The communities of Australia’s biggest cities could soon face the prospect of having nowhere to bury their loved ones. Four key changes are needed to avert the crisis.
Green burial is not a new concept, but it is gaining interest among consumers, and some religious groups are leading the way. A theologian explains what’s involved and who natural burials appeal to.
With space in our cemeteries running out, we could bury the dead in new forest developments that would bring green space to our urban areas.
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