Biodegradable Cremation Urns

What To Know About Biodegradable Urns

People who wish for their remains to be cremated do so for a variety of reasons. One of the more common ones, especially over the last few decades, deals with environmental stewardship. Some wish to either reconnect with the environment or prevent being a burden upon it. Biodegradable cremation urns give those nature-minded loved ones a unique way of honoring their wishes. Whether someone wishes to be part of a tree's growth or see their final resting place in a lake or ocean, OneWorld Memorials™ can help you honor that request thoughtfully and respectfully with our biodegradable urns and scatter tubes.

This desire for an environmentally friendly burial alternative runs the gamut of spiritual beliefs. Some Christians turn to Genesis for justification: "For we are dust, and to dust we shall return." Those who aren't religious may find comfort in Carl Sagan's theory: "The cosmos is in us; we are made of star stuff."

Water Burial Urns

For those seeking a water ceremony, our biodegradable urns for water burial are perfect for honoring a loved one’s connection to the ocean, lakes, or rivers. These water burial urns float momentarily before gently sinking and disintegrating, offering a serene, environmentally friendly memorial. We offer a range of designs, including urns shaped like sea turtles, seashells, and more, which allow you to choose a fitting tribute for your loved one.

Our biodegradable urns for water not only provide a sustainable option but also create a deeply personal and respectful farewell. These urns are suitable for families wishing to hold a ceremony that embraces nature’s beauty and ensures the ashes are returned gently to the earth or water.

The Popularity and Appeal of Biodegradable Urns and Burials 

Among cremation memorials, biodegradable urns are one of the most popular options for eco-conscious people.  Rather than requesting a traditional burial, your loved one may be best memorialized with an urn made of sustainable materials to ensure fewer consequences to our precious natural resources.

A biodegradable urn is a unique way to cherish memories of a loved one and to honor their wish for an eco-friendly sendoff. OneWorld Memorials™ has curated this thoughtful selection of decomposable urns including statues, boxes, planters and other kinds of meaningful vessels to suit any memorial need. Urns of this kind disintegrate when buried in the earth or immersed in water, gently dispersing the ashes and simultaneously celebrating the memory of your loved one as they become one with nature and return to the land.

Understanding Environmentally Friendly Materials

OneWorld Memorials™ has gone that extra step to understand the features of biodegradable urns using the finest sustainable materials available to offer you biodegradable urns that reflect or blend into the natural beauty surrounding us. If your loved one was a champion of the environment or just wanted to minimize their footprint after death, a biodegradable cremation urn may be a great choice.

Our biodegradable urns can naturally disintegrate when buried in the ground or placed in water. This assortment includes urns made out of recycled paper, salt, sand, corn, palm leaves, tree bark, and other plant-based materials. Because these earth-friendly materials can be so easily shaped, they are available in a wide variety of designs. Tree burial is another option that goes one step further than sustainability alone by aiding the environment in an observable way. Our earth-friendly options can grow into a tree or help nourish one already in the ground, depending on which urn you choose.

 If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us online or call us to speak with a member of our customer service team. We love hearing about the people you love and can help you honor their wishes and leave their legacy for generation after generation to enjoy.