Biodegradable Burial Pod


Choose Biodegradable Burial Pods for a Final Farewell

 At Passages, we know the loss of a loved one is a profound moment. It’s essential to find a meaningful way to honor their memory. If you’re seeking a sustainable and eco-friendly option, we have many biodegradable burial pods that offer a thoughtful and natural solution. Made from carefully selected materials, these biodegradable urns allow you to lay your loved one to rest in harmony with nature. Our biodegradable burial pods provide a beautiful and environmentally-conscious way to commemorate your loved one’s life in earth or sea.

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The Growing Need for Biodegradable Burial Pods

As the demand for greener, more sustainable funeral practices continues to grow, biodegradable burial pods have emerged as a popular choice for families seeking environmentally friendly alternatives. These biodegradable urns are made from natural materials such as handmade paper, sand and gelatin, bamboo, cornstarch and recycled paper. Each material is selected not only for its sustainability but also for its ability to degrade naturally over time. Biodegradable burial pods have become a meaningful way to return a loved one to nature, providing comfort and peace for the family and a lasting connection to the Earth.

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Types of Passages Biodegradable Burial Pods

Water Biodegradable Burial Pods

Our water biodegradable burial pods are the ideal solution for families who want to honor their loved ones with a water-based memorial. Crafted to float briefly on the surface before sinking gently to the bottom, these biodegradable burial pods provide a peaceful and memorable goodbye on the water. Water biodegradable burial pods are designed for water burials that allow your loved one’s remains to return to nature in a respectful and dignified way, regardless of the water source. The biodegradable burial pods available at Passages are perfect for families seeking a symbolic release into the water, promoting healing through the natural process of biodegradation.

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Earth Biodegradable Burial Pods

Earth biodegradable burial pods are designed for families who prefer a traditional burial where remains naturally return to the soil. These biodegradable burial pods are made from natural materials, including bamboo, cornstarch and recycled paper, all of which break down over time, allowing your loved one’s ashes to merge with the Earth. A biodegradable burial pod is perfect for those who wish to create a living tribute, either by planting a memorial tree or by using the urn as part of a meaningful scattering ceremony. Our Earth biodegradable burial pods give you the opportunity to return your loved one’s remains to nature, with the knowledge that their essence will help nourish the land and its future growth. 

The Biotree Urn: A Living Biodegradable Burial Pod

If you want a unique way to honor loved ones after death, the Biotree Urn is the perfect choice. This innovative biodegradable burial pod is engineered to nourish a tree as it grows. This creates a living memorial that provides a lasting tribute to a life well-lived. The Biotree Urn includes a geotag system, which lets families create an online memorial to track the growth of the tree over time. As the tree grows, it becomes a symbol of enduring love, a connection between the past and the future and a beautiful way to remember a loved one in harmony with nature.

*Note: Biotree.life has a separate memorial map from that of Etern.life.

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Passages Has Your Biodegradable Burial Pod

At Passages, we’ve been committed to providing the highest quality sustainable funeral products since 1999. Our biodegradable burial pods offer families the opportunity to create meaningful, eco-friendly memorials that honor their loved ones in a respectful and natural way. Our products are crafted to meet your needs with dignity and care. With a focus on sustainability and personal connection, 


We are proud to offer the best natural funeral products available, ensuring that your farewell will be both beautiful and environmentally responsible. Choose a biodegradable burial pod from Passages to create a meaningful, lasting tribute to a life well lived. Let us help you honor your loved one with a sustainable, healing farewell that respects the Earth and preserves their memory for generations to come.