This is a huge step in the right direction. Despite your thoughts on death and burial traditions, the reality is that the most common practices are not eco friendly.
In the U.S. each year we bury 20m ft of hardwood, 1.6m tons of concrete and 4.3m gallons of embalming fluid. [1]
An average cremation takes 28 gallons of fuel. [1]
Also, just my own opinion based on observation, why do cemeteries get all the best real estate?? Dead people can't enjoy that view.
Well cemeteries are fantastic parks, and a great way to get some alone time if you happen to live in a major city. I used to run in a cemetery all the time because they're 1) beautiful 2) nicely groomed 3) nicer for running because they aren't nearly as congested as your average park. Great place for a walk, too.
In the U.S. each year we bury 20m ft of hardwood, 1.6m tons of concrete and 4.3m gallons of embalming fluid. [1]
An average cremation takes 28 gallons of fuel. [1]
Also, just my own opinion based on observation, why do cemeteries get all the best real estate?? Dead people can't enjoy that view.
[1] https://www.huffpost.com/entry/how-your-death-affects-cl_b_6...