Whether planning a funeral for a loved one or pre-planning arrangements for yourself, you’ll eventually be faced with the decision of whether to choose cremation or burial. Both are viable options that offer respectful ways to lay a person to rest. Cremation has some added environmental benefits, making it an eco-friendly option. Here are a few environmental advantages to choosing cremation.

Why Cremation Is Eco-Friendly

1. Scattering Remains Is Environmentally Responsible

When cremated remains are scattered, they return to the earth and nourish the soil. Many people choose a special place that holds significance to the deceased, such as under a favorite tree, in a body of water, or in a scenic area like a wooded trail or a mountain overlook. Consult with the funeral home to ensure you follow all laws and guidelines for environmentally responsible dispersal of the ashes.

2. Cremation Doesn't Use as Much Land

Cremation doesn't require precious land space that needs to be tended with heavy machinery, watered, fertilized, and landscaped, all of which can take an environmental toll. Cremated remains can be scattered, or they can be given to loved ones and stored in an urn. Some people choose to bury the remains of their loved one, but accommodating an urn requires far less land than a casket.

3. Fewer Transportation Demands

It consumes less energy to transport an urn than a casket. Urns are also lighter and easier to carry. These benefits are especially helpful if you want the remains scattered or stored in a place that’s a long distance away. By opting for cremation, you’re preventing the carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and other gas emissions needed to transport a heavy casket from one place to another.

Cremation is a way to honor the life of a deceased person while also taking care of the planet. Johnson Funeral Home in Monroeville, AL, offers funeral, cremation, and burial services to people throughout Monroe County. For more than 70 years, they have been helping area families through the process of funeral planning as well as funeral pre-planning assistance. Call (251) 575-3222 or visit them online to schedule a consultation today.