# Eco-Friendly Burials These Eco-Friendly Coffins Let Humans Return to the Earth By Sarah St.Jules | Published 2013-08-12 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecofriendly-coffins References: [mnn](http://www.mnn.com/green-tech/research-innovations/photos/15-bizarre-green-inventions/biodegradable-coffins) & [ecoffins](http://www.ecoffins.co.uk/products.aspx?categoryid=1) At some point people begin thinking about and preparing for death, and with a wave of eco-friendly coffins, people now have the option of returning to the earth completely. Ecoffins is a brand that specializes in the production of [100% biodegradable coffins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sparepair-underwear) that are appropriate for all types of burials or cremations. As the concern for the environment grows, many people are opting for an all-natural burial, which requires a coffin that will not stay solid in the ground. Made out of [bamboo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caboo) or banana leaves, these caskets are just as attractive as traditional wood, and they can even come in intricate patterns or prints. The new option of eco-friendly coffins bring a literal interpretation to "ashes to ashes," and allows people to be connected to nature, even after death. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-friendly Funerals:** Opportunities for companies to create more sustainable funeral products for environmentally conscious consumers. - **Biodegradable Coffins:** The production and sale of biodegradable coffins is a growing trend as more consumers seek eco-friendly end of life options. - **Natural Burials:** Increasing interest in natural burials presents opportunities for companies to create innovative products and services that connect people to nature in death. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Funeral Services:** Funeral service providers can expand their offerings to include eco-friendly options to meet the growing demand for sustainable end-of-life products. - **Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can research and develop more sustainable materials for coffins that can meet the demand for eco-friendly options. - **Sustainability:** The growing demand for eco-friendly end-of-life options offers opportunities for companies and organizations in the sustainability industry to expand into the funeral industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mycelium-Made Biodegradable Urns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sail-funerary-urn.md) - [3D-Printed Ecological Funeral Reefs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/resting-reefs.md) - [Biodegradable Pet Urns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paw-pods-1.md) - [Eco-Friendly Pet Tree Burial Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecofriendly-pet-tree-burial-kit.md) - [Deep Sea Funerals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deep-sea-funeral.md) - [Sustainable Decomposing Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rootmaker.md) - [Biodegradable Growing Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sow-co-bonsai-tree.md) - [Sustainable Wooden Cutlery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compostable-wooden-cutlery.md) - [Eco-Friendly Coffee Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chamberlain-coffee-2.md)