The First Living Coffin in the World Receives Recognition at the World Future Awards

For as long as humanity has existed, so long has the question of the meaning of life existed. And one of the simplest and most natural answers, perhaps, is simply living life in all its diversity and enjoying every moment of it until one’ s last breath. But what if, even after finishing his earthly journey, a person could continue to celebrate life, filling it with meaning in a new way and enriching nature? The biotechnology company Loop offers a living biodegradable coffin that allows humans to complete the cycle of life and return nutrients to nature. Taking into account the uniqueness and innovation of this product, the experts at World Future Awards recognized Loop Living Cocoon as the winner in the Coffin category.

World Future Awards is a global award selecting, recognizing, celebrating, and promoting the best products, software, and services that will transform the global economy and define the landscape of the future. The organization researches inventions across all categories, including technology, beauty, health care, food, home, and entertainment, that are making the world better, smarter or even a bit more fun. Addressing one of the most sensitive aspects of human life – the issue of the end of the journey on earth, Loop offers an unusual and effective solution that establishes a special connection between man and nature. Its innovative approach has allowed the company to create a product that can help make a significant positive contribution to the environment and sustainability.

Loop Living Cocoon is an eco-friendly coffin made from mushroom mycelium. Unlike conventional wooden coffins in which human remains are composted for more than 10 years, the Living Cocoon provides accelerated composting within 2-3 years. In doing so, the natural mycelium processor converts the remains into nutrients for the earth, neutralizes toxins, and nourishes new life, contributing to biodiversity.

It takes about a week to create one live coffin from Loop. Once in the ground, its structure decomposes and is absorbed by the ground in 30-45 days. In the processing human remains, the mycelium creates better conditions and a more favorable environment for the growth of new plants, helping the deceased to literally merge with nature.