Hong Kong has picked up on an idea that is already gaining popularity in Japan and Europe.
Green coffins made up of corrugated cardboard are the new temporary homes of the dead...after their bodies have expired and before they go completely up in smoke.
Customers don't often like to skimp on funeral expenses - disrespect for the dead, who could care less, because they are dead) and, well, that's all I can think of.
Health officials say there are good reasons to consider the eco-friendly coffin.
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