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\nWhat most Americans know as a “traditional” burial takes a big toll on our environment, so what should we do with our bodies when we die? Find out on this episode of One Small Step. » Subscribe to NowThis Future » Sign up for our...\nWhat most Americans know as a “traditional” burial takes a big toll on our environment, so what should we do with our bodies when we die? Find out on this episode of One Small Step. » Subscribe to NowThis Future » Sign up for our newsletter KnowThis to get the biggest stories of the day delivered straight to your inbox A traditional burial in the United States consists of embalming fluid, a wood or steel coffin, and a cement or stone marker for the grave. Roughly 4.3 million gallons of embalming fluid are used in U.S. burials each year and some of the harsh chemicals used, like formaldehyde, do evaporate before burial. But some of it does go into the ground putting potential drinking water at risk, particularly in the first year after the burial. Not to mention, workers who are exposed to formaldehyde have higher rates of rare cancers than the general population. And cremation isn't any better for the environment, the 1.4 million cremations reported in 2017 emitted the same amount of carbon dioxide that approximately 52,000 cars emit in a year. So, what are the options for our bodies post mortem? A green burial is a way of caring for the deceased that is natural, and has as little environmental impact as possible. There are 93 registered green burial sites in the U.S today, and many of them are natural conservation sites or wooded areas, though you can have a green burial at a traditional cemetery as well. In 2018, 54% of Americans considered a green burial over a traditional burial. Choosing a green burial means a lower carbon footprint and no chemicals or toxic substances buried in the Earth. #GreenBurial #GreenCemetery #EnvironmentalImpact #CarbonFootprint #ClimateChange #Environment #OneSmallStep Connect with NowThis » Subscribe to NowThis News » Like us on Facebook » Tweet us on Twitter » Follow us on Instagram » Find us on Snapchat Discover What happens to everything we use after we throw it away? How does our trash impact the environment and contribute to things like pollution and climate change? From plastics and recycling to food waste and composting – we're breaking down the issue of waste and sustainability piece by piece to answer one of the most important questions facing the world today: How do we save our planet? From exploring the latest tech and science innovations shaping our future, to living sustainably and protecting our planet from climate change — this is NowThis Future! NowThis is your premier news outlet providing you with all the videos you need to stay up to date on all the latest in trending news. From entertainment to politics, to viral videos and breaking news stories, we’re delivering all you need to know straight to your social feeds. We live where you live. @NowThisFuture\n
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