Here’s a question for you to
ponder: Why waste the heat
generated by combustion of bodies in crematoria? The smokestacks that channel byproducts of such operations emit
a valuable resource in addition to the residual elements so often denounced as
atmospheric contaminants. But it
is common practice to ignore the potential for utilization of this wellspring
of heat energy.
However, in Sweden the
concept has come to fruition in a number of towns. It gets cold in Sweden. Provisions for keeping living bodies warm are mighty important. Outdated, energy-inefficient cremation equipment that didn’t meet
modern regulations for emission control caused town Fathers and facility
operators to contemplate alternatives to standard operations. One of their solutions was to harness
heat from their crematoria rather than allowing it to be wastefully dispersed
into the air. The inaugural
intention a few years ago was to heat their own premises first and then route
it via a network to other local buildings, including homes. Churches and other public facilities
have been instilled with warmth this way.
Through a filtration system, toxins are removed prior to
distribution.
It is energy derived from
fuel, not from the bodies, that provides the heat. High temperatures are
necessary to complete the cremation process, so provisions are aplenty.
