Local family funeral directors, Jackson’s, are looking to the future and addressing their carbon footprint by forming a partnership with eTrees.
The plant-friendly company are dedicated to planting a greener future. eTrees say:
“Climate Change is real, and Governments around the world are reacting to the global consciousness of the environmental impact the human race is leaving as a legacy for our children and future generations. The time to act is now. The UK Government has set ambitious carbon reduction targets which will require a change of thinking in both the business community and peoples personal choices. Consumers are already looking at how their carbon footprint can be reduced.
Jackson’s have recognised that regardless of whether a funeral is a burial or a cremation, they have a long term impact on the environment. Which is the local firm came up with our carbon offsetting initiative.”
The impact of a funeral can vary due to a number of factors, like the materials used and the actual funeral process itself. The carbon footprint of a funeral will vary depending on the type of funeral, and the material(s) used in the coffin. However all funerals leave behind a carbon deficit which Jackson Family Funerals are looking to remove.
Jonathan Branchett, General Manager, says:
“As a verified partner of eTrees, our aim is not to just offset the carbon footprint of a funeral but tip the balance enough to ensure every funeral we are trusted to care for has a positive impact. Planting trees for every loved one serves 2 purposes. We offset the carbon footprint of the funeral, and provide a lasting memorial for the loved one with a digital certificate confirming tree planting for the family. Many families are choosing to purchase additional trees to reduce the carbon footprint left behind by the attending mourners.”
To find out more about leaving a lasting legacy please visit: https://jacksonfamilyfunerals.com/eco-funerals/.
Learn about eTrees at: https://etrees.co.uk/.