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WORT 89.9FM Madison · Green Burial Offers Alternative to Embalming
Anita Lawrence (photo by Nicholas Wootton)
Formaldehyde is nasty stuff. It causes skin irritation and is associated with leukemia in humans. It doesn’t break down easily and can contaminate groundwater. It’s also one of the primary ingredients used in embalming fluid. That risk has many seeking greener alternatives to traditional burial for their departed loved ones. Anita Lawrence is the Director of Community Relations for Sòlas Natural Burial Preserve in Middleton, Wisconsin. Anita joined the Monday Buzz on September 15, 2025.
Photo of natural burial casket by DEAD GOOD LEGACIES on Unsplash.
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By Brian Standing, Haywood Simmons Michelle Naff, Jan Miyasaki, Tony Castaneda, Jonathan ZarovWORT 89.9FM Madison · Green Burial Offers Alternative to Embalming
Anita Lawrence (photo by Nicholas Wootton)
Formaldehyde is nasty stuff. It causes skin irritation and is associated with leukemia in humans. It doesn’t break down easily and can contaminate groundwater. It’s also one of the primary ingredients used in embalming fluid. That risk has many seeking greener alternatives to traditional burial for their departed loved ones. Anita Lawrence is the Director of Community Relations for Sòlas Natural Burial Preserve in Middleton, Wisconsin. Anita joined the Monday Buzz on September 15, 2025.
Photo of natural burial casket by DEAD GOOD LEGACIES on Unsplash.
Did you enjoy this story? Your funding makes great, local journalism like this possible. Donate here
The post Green Burial Offers Alternative to Embalming appeared first on WORT-FM 89.9.