Today, it's impossible to do just about anything without being aware of the impact it might have on the environment. We're all pitching in and doing our part with recycling and reusing whatever materials we can. Things that you might not have even considered 10 years ago, such as choosing reusable water bottles, have become standard. One area where you can make a big difference that you might not have considered before is what will happen to your body after you die. You can lessen your eco-footprint after you leave this world very easily with a biodegradable green urn.

Green urns are prepared to be organic and earth friendly, and will often degrade in the earth in a matter of days, rather than the years and years associated with traditional burials. Being environmentally friendly has become more than just a fad, but an entire lifestyle. Why not live on after you pass in the same manner as when you were alive and protect the earth?

The newest green urns are made of lightweight, biodegradable and water soluble materials that will fade away in mere weeks or months. Many are made out of beautiful dried flowers and paper, and there are even some urns that are carved out of salt. They all have a quiet, elegant and earthy feel to them – perfect for your final journey.

Eco-friendly green urns are also an excellent choice for anyone who wishes to be buried at sea. There are green urns designed specifically for water burial. They will float on the top of the water for several minutes, then gracefully sink to the bottom. As they sink, they come apart and allow the ashes inside to scatter in the water.

All of our green urns come with a water soluble plastic bag so the entire piece degrades naturally and there is no leftover trash in the ground. It is an elegant and touching tribute for anyone who has lived and fought for a better earth.