How can we control that special odor we all so love to hate- DeCoMp???  Michael & Stephanie (@thegreendirector) discuss the changing shift towards green options for families.  They also get into Parting Stones, opening a alkaline hydrolysis facility, and a lot more fun knowledge. ----- Mortuary Marketing Elevate your funeral home’s online presence. ⁠⁠⁠Check it out.⁠⁠⁠ Want to start today? Email:  [email protected] ----- Want more of the Mortuary Show? Follow our social medias: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ ----- Show Notes: (00:36) – Running a Green Facility. (05:43) – A unique way to control special odors. (21:28) – Embalming for everyone. (30:24) – Parting Stone. ----- Takeaways Running a green funeral facility requires creativity and problem-solving skills to accommodate families' wishes without embalming. Creative solutions for odor control in natural burials include using natural antibacterial products, baby powder, and cedar blocks. Distinguishing the funeral home from competitors is essential, and offering unique services and eco-friendly options can attract families. Trying new products, such as green embalming fluids, can benefit both the funeral home and the embalmer's health. There are different levels of green funeral options, and families want more choices. Embalming can be a beautiful last gift to preserve the memory of a loved one, but there are also more eco-friendly embalming options available. The process of opening an alkaline hydrolysis facility can be challenging due to regulations and approvals from various authorities. Funeral service can be emotionally draining and time-consuming, leading some professionals to seek alternative roles or support funeral directors in other ways. Parting Stone offers a service that solidifies cremated remains into stones, providing families with an alternative option. Supporting funeral directors and funeral homes is crucial for the industry's growth and longevity. There is a need for an in-between role that educates families about their funeral options and helps them make informed decisions.