Green (Water) Cremation: A Sustainable Choice This Green Monday
Green Monday, observed on December 9, is a reminder to take actionable steps toward sustainability. Originally associated with eco-friendly holiday shopping, Green Monday has expanded into a broader call for environmentally conscious decisions in all aspects of life. At Anubis, we take this opportunity to highlight green cremation—also known as water cremation, aquamation, or flameless cremation—as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional end-of-life practices.
Green Monday, celebrated on December 9, is a time to make sustainable choices, including end-of-life care.
What Is Green Cremation?
Green cremation, or aquamation, is a process that uses alkaline hydrolysis to return the body to its natural elements. This involves water, heat, and an alkaline solution, accelerating natural decomposition to just 6 to 8 hours.
This gentle, water-based process is not only more natural but also significantly more sustainable than traditional cremation or burial methods.
Why Is Aquamation Greener?
Aquamation stands out for its profound environmental benefits:
- Protecting Our Air, Soil, and Water:
- Prevents the release of harmful chemicals like mercury and other pollutants associated with flame cremation.
- Avoids the use of embalming chemicals, which can leach into soil and water with traditional burial.
- Reducing Emissions:
- Produces up to 90% fewer greenhouse gases compared to flame cremation.
- Reducing Carbon Footprint:
- Requires only 1/12th the energy of traditional cremation, using less fossil fuel and generating significantly lower emissions.
- Conserving Natural Resources:
- Eliminates the need for burial plots, caskets, and vaults, preserving valuable land and reducing material consumption.
Anubis’ green cremation conserves natural resources and lowers the environmental impact.
At our Palm Springs hydrolysis facility, powered by 100% renewable electricity, Anubis makes it easy to choose an option that honors both loved ones and the planet.
Watch Our Video to Learn More
For a quick, easy-to-understand explanation of green cremation, watch our Anubis Green Cremation Explainer Video
Serving Families Across California And Nationwide
Serving Families Across California
Anubis proudly offers green cremation services to families in:
- Southern California
- Los Angeles County
- Riverside County
- San Bernardino County
- Orange County
- The San Francisco Bay Area
- throughout California and Nationwide
Make a Meaningful Choice This Green Monday
Choosing aquamation with Anubis is a compassionate way to honor your loved ones while contributing to a greener future. This Green Monday, reflect on how even your final choices can support sustainability and align with nature’s cycles.
Anubis’ green cremation aligns with nature’s cycles, offering a gentle, sustainable choice.
Call us at 323-644-3323 to learn more, or visit the link above to watch how green cremation works. Together, we can build a more sustainable tomorrow.