This biodegradable mycelium casket offers a sustainable alternative to traditional burial options

As more families consider environmentally responsible end-of-life options, funeral homes across North America are expanding their offerings to include green burial solutions.

The Loop Living Cocoon™ is one of the most innovative additions to this movement — a biodegradable casket grown from mycelium, designed to return naturally to the earth while supporting the surrounding ecosystem.

What Is the Loop Living Cocoon™?

The Loop Living Cocoon™ is a fully biodegradable, eco-friendly casket made from mycelium — the root structure of mushrooms — combined with natural fibres.

This living material acts as a natural recycler, helping break down organic matter and enrich the soil.

Unlike traditional caskets made of hardwood, metal, or synthetic materials, this green burial casket is designed to:

• Decompose naturally
• Leave no environmental footprint
• Support soil regeneration

A Natural Alternative for Green Cemeteries

For green cemeteries and natural burial grounds, the Loop Living Cocoon™ offers an ideal solution.

It aligns with the core principles of green burial practices, including:

• Use of biodegradable materials
• Minimal environmental impact
• Return to the natural ecosystem

Under the right soil conditions, the cocoon biodegrades in approximately 45 days, contributing nutrients back into the earth.

Designed for Funeral Home Operations

While the concept is innovative, implementation remains simple.

The Loop Living Cocoon™ is designed to integrate seamlessly into existing funeral home operations, making it easy for funeral professionals to offer a sustainable option without disrupting their workflow.

It is:

• Compatible with standard handling and burial processes
• Suitable for traditional burial, natural burial, and cremation
• Easy to incorporate into current product offerings

This makes it a practical addition for funeral homes looking to expand into green funeral services.

About Loop Biotech

Loop Biotech, based in the Netherlands, develops innovative funeral products made from mycelium. By harnessing the natural properties of mushrooms, the company creates biodegradable materials designed to return nutrients to the earth and support a more regenerative approach to memorialization.

About Victoriaville & Co.

Victoriaville & Co. is a North American manufacturer and distributor of funeral products and solutions. The company is committed to offering innovative and meaningful options that help funeral professionals serve families with care, dignity, and respect.