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Promession

Promession is an ecological burial, which is a new alternative to traditional burial or cremation. The process involves the body being frozen in liquid nitrogen, which is then turned into powder through the use of ultrasonic vibrations. The body is buried in a biodegradable box in a shallow grave to allow for a quicker decomposition than traditional burials.

Green campaigners particularly welcome this type of burial as it eases the harmful emissions that can be excreted by cremations and over crowding in some graveyards.

Friends and family have the opportunity to plant a tree above the grave as a long-term memorial for the person who died, and to incorporate a new life. In approximately 6 - 12 months the body will have de-composed and formed part of the natural environment.

This type of burial is not used in the UK as yet, however, local authorities have shown vast interest with Crewe & Nantwich Borough Council and Preston City Council seriously considering this type of burial in the future.

If you would like to learn more about this new form of burial, you can visit the founding website; www.promessafoundation.org or contact us for any further developments.