Resomation and Kindly Earth were deeply honoured to welcome Jeremy Balfour, MSP for Lothian, to our Kindly Earth Herrington facility recently. His visit provided a fantastic opportunity to highlight the innovative work we’re doing in the field of sustainable aftercare and to engage in a meaningful conversation about the future of Alkaline Hydrolysis in Scotland. During the visit, we were proud...

We’re pleased to share that Kindly Earth has become the first member of the Federation of Burial and Cremation Authorities (FBCA) to offer a new funerary method. Resomation®—a sustainable, water-based alternative to flame cremation. This marks a significant milestone for both Kindly Earth and the wider bereavement sector, as it signals growing support for innovative, environmentally conscious...

Advancing Sustainable End-of-Life Care in Europe We’re excited to announce that Resomation has been awarded the contract to supply a Resomator system for a pioneering pilot study commissioned by the Belgian government. Launching in October 2025, the study will explore the regulatory framework for alkaline hydrolysis — also known as water cremation — in Flanders, Belgium. This initiative marks a...

Gentler, Greener Farewells for Pets Following our initial test installation in Zaandam two years ago, we’re proud to announce the commissioning of our third Aquarest K150 pet Resomation system in Alphen aan den Rijn. The first two systems were recently installed in Boxtel, marking steady progress in the roll out of this innovative technology across the Netherlands. The K150 offers pet...

Runar Frømyhr, Ambassador for Resomation in Norway, responds to concerns raised in a recent local publication about alkaline hydrolysis, also known as water cremation. In the blog below, he addresses common misconceptions and highlights its safety, dignity, and environmental benefits. Setting the Record Straight on Water Cremation: A Dignified, Proven and Sustainable Alternative by Runar...

Earlier this month, the Law Commission published a consultation seeking views on a legal framework to provide for regulation of new funerary methods beyond traditional burial and cremation — opening the door to more sustainable, innovative practices in the UK. The Commission’s consultation paper highlights Alkaline Hydrolysis (also known as Resomation, water cremation) and natural organic...

Resomation are attending this years CBCE conference in Southampton with Kindly Earth®. At Kindly Earth®, their purpose is to manage the provision of Resomation® technology in the UK, and to support operators in the funeral sector with the introduction of the service. The CBCE (Cremation & Burial Communication Education) conference takes place across three days, 23 – 25 the June at the...

In a groundbreaking step forward for both sustainability and funeral care, Christchurch is set to host New Zealand’s first water cremation service from early June. Local funeral directors Bell, Lamb and Trotter will open the innovative facility at their new funeral home, in partnership with Water Cremation Aotearoa—a joint venture led by managing director Andrew Bell and Deborah Richards, who...

As our towns and cities grow ever more crowded, the availability of burial space is becoming an increasingly pressing concern. In this article, Runar Frømyhr, Resomation Ambassador for Norway, discusses the mounting shortage of graves and highlights the vital importance of planning ahead, particularly in times of crisis. With traditional burial no longer a sustainable option for many...