Researcher Advocates People To Become Part Of The Earth Once They Die And Creates A Biodegradable Coffin Made From Mushrooms

We can either decide to be a waste forever or contribute nutrients to the earth.

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• Published in Interesting
• October 20, 2021

Did you know that there have been innovations in the burial process in recent years? These latest efforts are an excellent alternative to traditional burials.

Recently, researchers want to go beyond the typical wood or iron casket. In fact, in some countries, you can choose to be placed inside a biodegradable coffin that will eventually break down and supply nutrients to the piece of land underneath it.

One company in the Netherlands, called Loop Biodiversity, is part of the efforts to use traditional coffins for burials. The Loop Living Cocoon is a coffin is made from mushroom mycelium, which decomposes within 30 to 45 days.

Bob Hendrikx, a TU Delft researcher, collaborated with funeral directors to get educated about the entire burial process. He studied with them before designing the Loop Living Cocoon made of organic materials.

The Loop coffin is not merely designed to facilitate decomposition. It also assists in composting, which has the ability to hasten the process for up to three years. In typical weather conditions, the earth can consume broken down materials in a matter of 45 days.

The Loop coffin is made of mycelium, which is the world's best recycler. It can transform dead matter into important nutrients absorbed by the earth.

Are you curious what these coffins look like? Let's look at the pictures!

Loop Living Cocoon, the biodegradable coffin

Hendrikx says that this creation allows people to contribute to nature by being part of it once again. With a biodegradable coffin, people can provide nutrients to the soil instead of contributing to pollution.

The Loop coffin is grown from mycelium.

This living product comes from mushrooms' underground fungal network. Meaning, it is 100％ nature.

The earth's natural process contributes to the decomposition.

Groundwater is responsible for reactivating the mycelium. The entire unit becomes one with nature i about 45 days.

The Loop Living Cocoon increases biodiversity.

The human body's nutrients becomes nutrients that enrich seedlings. They will eventually thrive.

The Loop Living Cocoon is biodegradable.

This natural coffin earned certifications from Cradle2Cradle Gold and Greenleave because of its organic materials. The wooden handles are removable.

The Cocoon is grown using natural methods.

The Cocoon is a nature-friendly coffin as it doesn't use electricity, heat, or light to produce. It is locally grown in the Netherlands.

You receive Mother Nature's embrace.

The dead are laid down on a soft moss bed. It is another contributor to the composting process.

You let other living beings thrive.

When you choose a biodegradable coffin, your body and the coffin becomes a life source. You become a compost, not a waste that pollutes the earth.

Loop's product has undergone tests and has passed.

The first batch of 10 coffins is already out on the market. In fact, one was already used in a funeral service.

The Loop Living Cocoon is a purposeful alternative for people who wish to contribute to Mother Earth once they're gone from this world. You can check out their website or their Facebook page for more information.

Loop Biodiversity has indeed created something a brand new way of being remembered. Will you consider being buried in one?

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