Frequently Asked Questions

These are some frequently asked questions about environmental funerals.
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Q: Why is it important to consider the environment in my funeral decisions?
It is important to consider the environment in all aspects of life. Amongst other things it is our legacy to future generations. By many selfish, greedy and short-sighted means humans have degraded their environment to such a degree that it is now in serious jeopardy and we must consider sustainability in everything we do. Living Legacies is a call to responsible people to live our lives as if everything matters. This includes the state of our forests, the cleanliness of the air that we breathe, sustainable land use, the ways in which we approach death and celebrate life, and the love and respect we have for each other and the planet on which we live and die.
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Q: A cardboard coffin wouldn’t be strong enough to hold me, would it?
A: It certainly would! Living Legacies’ cardboard coffins have a solid wooden base, and the canvas handles are 3 strong straps which go underneath the base. (See Coffins.) They are extremely strong. However, the coffins currently come in only one size so anyone too big or too small would need an alternative coffin, such as sustainably produced pine or poplar. As demand increases so will the range.
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