Green Burial Council Launches New Website Amid Growing Demand for Sustainable Death Care 

The Green Burial Council (GBC), the nonprofit organization that sets the standard for environmentally responsible death care in North America, has launched a newly redesigned website built to meet the needs of our rapidly-evolving industry and a public increasingly seeking green burial options. 

As demand for sustainable alternatives to conventional burial and cremation accelerates, GBC’s new website provides an improved, user-friendly hub for certification, education, and connection. As more families prioritize environmental values in all aspects of life and death, the demand for green burial is reaching a tipping point. 

“Green burial is no longer a fringe interest. When asked, the public consistently and overwhelmingly expresses interest in going green.” said Darren Crouch, Co-President of the GBC. “This sophisticated new website has been a lot of work and positions us and our providers with the information and tools to meet this demand professionally and with authority.” 

Key features of the new website include a streamlined redesign catered to the public and industry professionals, a fully updated interactive provider map that allows users to locate GBC-certified providers in seconds, and streamlined certification pathways for funeral homes, cemeteries, and product providers to become GBC-Certified. 

Professionals across the death care sector are encouraged to explore the new website, ensure their listings are up to date, and take advantage of the updated value of GBC certification. 

Explore the new website and find out how to get certified at: www.greenburialcouncil.org. 

About the Green Burial Council: 

The Green Burial Council is a nonprofit working to make environmentally sustainable death care accessible to all. Through certification, education, and advocacy, the GBC supports a growing movement toward climate-conscious burial and funeral practices.

Tukios Acquires Batesville’s Funeral Home Website Hosting Services to Propel Websites to the Next Level

Ogden, UT and Batesville, IN – July 17, 2025 – Tukios, a leading provider of website technology solutions for the funeral profession, announced today that it has acquired the funeral home website hosting services from Batesville, a trusted leader in the North American deathcare industry. Effective immediately, the acquisition includes Batesville’s Website Hosting Services, Floral Select, AI Obit writer, and sympathy tree offerings.

Renowned for its cutting-edge technology and exceptional customer service, Tukios is excited to unify the two web hosting platforms and create the most robust solution possible. As a result of the transition, funeral home customers will benefit from a dedicated technology customized to meet the unique needs of funeral professionals.  

“We are laser-focused on creating the best website platform in the funeral profession, and we are honored to carry that mission forward with Batesville’s website hosting services,” said Curtis Funk, Founder and CEO of Tukios. “Our team is dedicated to providing a seamless transition and an exceptional level of customer service. We have long admired Batesville and are proud to work alongside a company that shares our commitment to serving funeral professionals.”

For Batesville, this transition is about sharpening its focus on delivering greater value for funeral home customers. 

“Through targeted investments, we are strengthening our leadership position in Burial products, broadening our Cremation portfolio, and delivering integrated Technology Solutions that simplify operations and enhance the planning experience for families,” said Chris Trainor, CEO of Batesville. “Our goal is to equip funeral professionals with the tools and resources to support their business and help position them for long-term success.” 

Both companies are working closely together to ensure a seamless experience for customers, with no disruption in service. Funeral homes will continue to receive the same high level of service and features. As part of the transition, customers will have the option to take advantage of the Tukios platform at their own pace and will not be required to make any immediate changes.

For more information about Tukios, visit www.Tukios.com. To learn more about Batesville’s burial, cremation, and technology solutions, visit www.Batesville.com. 

About Tukios
Tukios builds software to improve funerals. Their innovative tech platform is revolutionizing the profession. Their tribute video software is the industry standard, and they have the fastest-growing website product in deathcare. Tukios’ reputation for stellar customer service continues to create raving fans. To learn more, please call 801.682.4391 or email Sales@Tukios.com 

About Batesville Services
Batesville is a recognized leader in the death care industry in North America, offering a comprehensive portfolio of burial and cremation products, memorialization options and innovative technology solutions. For more than 125 years, Batesville has supported licensed funeral professionals in helping families honor the lives of those they love^®. A history of manufacturing excellence, product innovation, superior customer service, and reliable delivery helped Batesville become – and remain – a trusted leader in the death care industry. To learn more, please call 812.931.5084 or email Media.Inquiries@Batesville.com