Worcester crematorium to be made more environmentally friendly – BBC

The current gas powered cremators were installed in 1997 and are nearing the end of their operational life.
A scheme to make a crematorium more environmentally friendly by replacing gas cremators is set to progress.
The current cremators at Astwood Crematorium, in Worcester, were installed in 1997 and are reaching the end of their operational life.
Councillors will consider a report which suggests replacing the technology with two electric alternatives.
If approved, the annual carbon saving could be equivalent to nearly 300 petrol powered cars.
That figure would represent an 18% reduction of the council's calculated carbon footprint.
Electricity purchased by the council is certified as zero-emission and from renewable sources.
Lloyd Griffiths, Worcester City Council's Corporate Director of Operations, Homes and Communities, said: "This work would ensure that families can continue to be supported at what is one of the most difficult and sensitive times we face, whilst significantly improving the green credentials of the facility and the council."
The council claims it will save an estimated £20,000 per year in energy costs by switching the crematorium to electric cremators supported by a new heating system that is also included in the proposals.
The scheme is possible after the authority successfully bid for nearly £1.5m from the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme.
The grant will be set off against the £5.5m capital cost of the scheme.
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