Resomation, or water cremation, is a process using a specialized piece of equipment that employs a heated alkaline solution to break down bodily tissues. This method offers an alternative to traditional flame-based cremation or burial, reducing environmental impact through lower energy consumption and the absence of harmful emissions. Units designed for this process are becoming increasingly available for purchase, catering to funeral homes and other related businesses seeking more sustainable practices.
This gentle method offers a dignified and environmentally conscious disposition option. It reduces greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional cremation and produces a sterile effluent that poses minimal environmental risk. While a relatively recent development in widespread availability, the underlying chemical process has been understood for decades, and its applications have ranged from scientific research to the disposal of animal remains. The increasing interest in sustainable practices within the funeral industry has driven the development and commercialization of these units for human disposition.
