Alternative Disposition Methods
Explore innovative and eco-friendly alternatives to traditional burial and cremation.
Human Composting
Water Cremation (Aquamation)
Mushroom Burial & Mycology
Coeio Infinity Burial Suit
Mycelium-infused suit accelerating decomposition naturally.
Loop Living Cocoon
Living mycelium coffin turning body into nutrients.
Green Burial Guide: Mushroom Suits
Educational resource on mycological burial methods.
TED Talk: Mushroom Burial Suit
Inventor Jae Rhim Lee explains the mushroom burial concept.
Bio Urns & Tree Memorials
Promession & Freeze-Drying
Promessa Organic
Swedish company developing freeze-drying technology for bodies.
TED Talk: Promession
Inventor Susanne Wiigh-Mäsak explains promession process.
New Scientist: Freeze-Drying
Scientific coverage of cryomation and promession technology.
BBC: Promession Explained
Documentary coverage of freeze-drying disposition method.
Legal Status & Availability
Alternative disposition methods vary in legal status by state and country. Human composting is legal in Washington, Colorado, Oregon, Vermont, California, New York, and Nevada. Water cremation (aquamation) is legal in 28+ US states. Promession is still in development. Always verify local laws and availability before planning. These eco-friendly options typically have lower carbon footprints than traditional cremation or burial.