In recent years, there has been a growing awareness and concern about our impact on the environment. As individuals and businesses alike seek more sustainable practices, industries across the board are exploring eco-friendly alternatives.
In the pet industry, one such innovation is water cremation, also known as aquamation or alkaline hydrolysis.
This method offers not only a compassionate way to bid farewell to our beloved animal companions but also presents a sustainable and eco-friendly option for pet aftercare businesses.
What is water cremation?
Water cremation involves placing the deceased pet in a vessel filled with a water and alkali solution and applying gentle heat. Over several hours, the body undergoes a process called alkaline hydrolysis, breaking down organic matter into its basic components.
What remains is a sterile liquid solution containing amino acids, sugars, and salts, along with bone fragments that can be processed into a fine powder. This powder, similar in appearance to traditional cremated remains, can then be returned to the pet owner as a keepsake or scattered in a meaningful location.
From an environmental standpoint, water cremation offers several advantages over traditional flame-based cremation and burial. A significant benefit and a highly marketable one is its reduced carbon footprint. Unlike flame cremation, which releases harmful emissions such as carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, water cremation produces minimal air pollution. The process requires notably less energy, and the liquid can be recycled back into the environment as an alternative fertilizer, creating a close-loop system that poses no risk of contamination.
A marketable and an eco-friendly alternative
Water cremation or aquamation offers a compassionate and respectful farewell for pets and their owners. The gentle nature of the process ensures that the pet’s remains are handled with care and dignity, providing comfort to grieving families. Additionally, the resulting powder can be customised with additives such as seeds or plant nutrients, allowing pet owners to create memorial gardens or plant trees in honour of their beloved companions.
Investing in a water cremation system for the pet industry presents a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs looking to capitalise on the growing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly solutions. As more pet owners become environmentally conscious, the demand for alternative aftercare options is on the rise. By offering water cremation services, businesses can not only meet this demand but also distinguish themselves as leaders in ethical and sustainable pet care.
The initial costs of purchasing and installing a water cremation system are less than those of traditional flame cremation equipment. The operational savings and potential for increased business further enhance the advantages of water cremation. Additionally, as water cremation becomes more widely accepted and adopted, businesses that embrace this technology early on stand to gain a competitive edge in the market.
Begin your journey with us
Innovation is at the core of Water Cremation Systems. Our founder, Matthew Brown, is a true innovator, engineer, and entrepreneur with decades of engineering expertise.
His sincere desire to make positive change and his passion for problem-solving have allowed him to identify an opportunity for a ‘greener’ alternative to traditional cremation in the Australian market.
Water Cremation Systems is an Australian company based in Tasmania and has extensive experience with on-shore and off-shore customers.
If you’re interested in becoming a provider of water cremation services, why not start the conversation with a member of our team?
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