# Transformative Burial Institutions and services are ecologically transforming the burial process. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Aug 24, 2017 | Category: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/environmental-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/transformative-burial ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.8/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Transformative Burial trend? **Transformative Burial:** Traditional burial methods are harmful to the environment, and so brands and institutions are seeking to re-frame this ritual so it's not only eco-friendly, but actually transforms urban areas into burial-powered oases. The urban planning approach is a response to the space limitations of traditional burial methods due to rising population and pollution rates. This transformative process speaks to the creativity with which institutions and brands must tackle issues related to climate change, in order to combat or influence larger forces impacting it. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Sep 9, 2014 to Apr 5, 2017 - Published: Aug 24, 2017 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality) - Megatrends: [Co-creation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/co-creation), [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Transformative Burial trend ### Eco-Friendly Burial Practices More and more businesses are exploring ways to make funerals a more eco-conscious affair and respect life of all kinds, by transforming traditional burial methods into more environmentally friendly practices. ### Urban Planning for Burials In response to overcrowding issues in urban areas, institutions and brands are using urban planning techniques to come up with more social and eco-friendly burial options. ### Sustainable Mortuary Options As cremation pollution becomes a problem in large cities, the DeathLab initiative and other businesses are providing sustainable solutions to tackle overcrowding and burial space issues. ## What the Transformative Burial trend means for industry ### For Funeral Services Funeral service providers, like Aquagreen Dispositions and Eternal Reefs, are exploring ways to make post-life rituals eco-friendlier and preserve the environment. ### For Urban Planning Urban planning specialists are working with more institutions and brands to come up with alternatives to overpopulated cemeteries and space limitations of traditional burial methods. ### For Environmental Preservation Businesses, like the Urban Death Project and DeathLab initiative, aim to tackle climate change by providing eco-friendlier mortuary options and to combat larger forces impacting it. ## Workshop question How can your brand reframe traditional methods of practice in order to better the cause it is fighting for? ## Trend signals for Transformative Burial Trend score 3.8 out of 10, from popularity 67%, activity 37%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 67% - Activity: 37% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Transformative Burial trend 5 featured examples from Sep 9, 2014 to Apr 5, 2017. - [Unconventional Compost Funerals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-death-project): The Urban Death Project Hopes to Make Burials More Eco-Friendly (Category: Eco) Implication: Funeral homes can incorporate composting services to meet the growing demand for eco-friendly funeral practices. - [Urban Eco Burial Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deathlab): Colombia University's DeathLab Seeks to Resolve Overcrowding Issues (Category: Eco) Implication: There is a disruptive innovation opportunity to provide sustainable and environmentally-friendly options within the funeral and cremation service industry. - [Green Burial Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joshua-tree-memorial-park): The Joshua Tree Memorial Park Offers Eco-Friendly Burial Options (Category: Eco) Implication: Opportunity for funeral service providers to offer eco-friendly burial options to cater to the growing demand for sustainable funeral practices. - [Flameless Cremation Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aquagreen-dispositions): Aquagreen Dispositions Offers an Eco-Friendly Cremation Option (Category: Eco) Implication: The funeral industry has the opportunity to embrace sustainable practices and offer eco-friendly options to meet the demands of environmentally conscious consumers. - [Marine Life-Protecting Burials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eternal-reefs): Eternal Reefs Provide Eco-Friendly Underwater Burials (Category: Eco) Implication: Funeral service providers can innovate by offering eco-friendly burial solutions to their customers. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Eco - [Jewel-Toned Fall Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quince-silk) - [Compostable Coffee Pucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compostable-coffee-pucks) - [Intelligent Private Grids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ara-core-powers) - [Compact Electric Family MPVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-electric-family-mpvs) All articles: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco)