Friday, December 29, 2006

Promession- Good or Bad?


BODIES could be frozen and turned to dust as an environmentally-friendly alternative to cremation.

Corby Council is investigating becoming the first local authority in the country to use the pioneering process called "promession" to dispose of human remains.
The process, which is already in use in Sweden, involves freezing the body to -18C and then submerging it in liquid nitrogen, which makes the remains so brittle that they disintegrate into a fine powder when shaken.
The powder is then buried in a casket which biodegrades within six to 12 months.
Trees are then planted on the site as a memorial to the dead person.
The scheme, which is also being considered by some other local authorities, could be used to tackle a shortage of burial plots in Corby.

I like this idea. I think it is about time we do away with graveyards. They serve no useful purpose and unlike a century ago we now have viable alternatives that are environmentally friendly.

We also need the space for housing and other more useful buildings like hospitals and schools.

Hat tip: The Waendel Journal.

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