The Italian funeral industry is influenced by cultural traditions, environmental awareness, and consumer demand. As an emerging product, woven coffins present both market opportunities and challenges. Italy is a country dominated by Catholic culture. Traditional funerals emphasize solemnity and ritual, and wooden coffins have long been the mainstream. However, in recent years, young people have…
It is not merely a small container, though its size—often no larger than a fist—sets it apart from the grander urns meant to hold an entire set of ashes. To call it “small” feels almost dismissive, for within its compact form lies something vast: a bridge between absence and presence, a tangible thread tying the…
Understanding the Deceased’s Wishes When choosing a coffin for a loved one, the first consideration is the deceased’s wishes. Find out if they expressed a preference for funeral style or coffin material, such as a traditional wooden coffin, a biodegradable bamboo coffin, or a wicker coffin. Respecting the deceased’s culture, religion, or personal values can…
In traditional funeral processes, from transporting the body to cremation and burial, every step carries hidden energy consumption and pollution risks. Innovations in low-carbon funeral processes are transforming “farewell” into a gentle tribute to nature through comprehensive optimization. Body handling is central to carbon reduction. Traditional cremation consumes 15-30 liters of diesel per body and…
When we lose someone we love, we want to honour them and their values around environmental impact. At Phoenixnest willow coffins, we create intricately craftedwillow coffins – Green funeral supplies (phoenixnestcoffins.com) made from handwoven wicker willow ; that make for beautiful green burial Options for natural burial. We share in your love for the Earth as well…
Voici ce que les Américains mettent en terre chaque année grâce aux enterrements traditionnels : 20 millions de pieds de bois, 4,3 millions de gallons de liquides d’embaumement, 1,6 million de tonnes de béton armé, 17 000 tonnes de cuivre et de bronze et 64 500 tonnes d’acier, selon le ALLIANCE MONDIALE DES FUNÉRATURES VERTES. Les enterrements verts éliminent une…