壹苹派生活美语　以「环保葬」回归自然（二）

It is evident that green burials have many environmental benefits. In these burials, the production of huge amounts of steel and concrete is no longer necessary. Instead, the coffins or urns used are made of more eco-friendly materials like bamboo or clay. These materials are able to decompose naturally and leave a lower carbon footprint. Green burials allow people who respect the environment in life to do the same in death. The idea of being laid to rest in a natural setting can also provide a lot of comfort.

环保葬显然对环境有许多效益。在这些葬礼中，不再需要生产大量的钢材和混凝土。相反的是，所使用的棺材或骨灰瓮是由如竹子或泥土等更环保的材料制成的。这些材料能够自然分解并留下较少的碳足迹。环保葬让那些生前尊重环境的人们在死后也能如此。被安葬在自然环境中的主意可以带给人们很大的慰藉。

生活必备字词：

It is evident + that 子句　　……是显而易见的

evident　a. 明显的

be made of...　　由……制成（用于产品保留材料原来的性质）

setting　n. 环境

 

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