Courtesy of Loop Biotech
The casket, made by Loop Biotech, is made entirely out of mycelium. This allows it to decompose quickly, with full decomposition occurring 45 days after burial.
Courtesy of the family of Marcelo Gomes Da Silva
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Tech industry lobbyists are urging Gov. Phil Scott to veto the bill, and claim the legislation would violate the First Amendment. -
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