Environmental Initiatives
Our commitment to sustainable funerals
At Jackson Family Funerals, we recognise the importance of environmental responsibility and the impact of our actions on the planet. We believe every business should operate sustainably, and this is especially true in the funeral industry. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring every funeral we undertake has a positive impact on the environment.
Burial and cremation can have long-term environmental consequences, from the materials used in coffins to the chemicals involved in preparing the body. To mitigate these effects, we’ve implemented a comprehensive carbon offsetting initiative. By planting carefully selected trees, which absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, we aim to offset the carbon footprint of each funeral and tip the balance in favour of the environment.
With Jackson Family Funerals, you can honour your loved one’s memory while contributing to a greener future.
Some of our Green Funeral options
- Eco-conscious, handcrafted coffins
- Prices available on request
- Uncoated cardboard
- Prices available on request
- 1 Funeral Director & 2 Bearers
- £600
How does a funeral impact the environment?
We have recognised that regardless of whether a funeral is a burial or a cremation, they have a long term impact on the environment.
For a cremation committal the impact comes from a variety of different factors including the actual cremation process, the use of fossil fuels to heat the cremators, the burning of wood and plastic used in coffin manufacturing, harmful chemicals and man-made materials in clothing.
With a burial committal there can sometimes be a larger impact depending on what type of material is used for the coffin, what the fixtures are made of, whether there has been chemicals used during the preparation of the body plus many more factors that can affect the natural environment near the grave.
Our tree planting
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.
So how is this possible? Simply by planting a tree….
Why plant trees?
Trees are one of the world’s most powerful natural carbon recycling ecosystems due to their photosynthesis process.
They draw in carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and produce oxygen as a biproduct.
On average a funeral can produce 0.294 tonne of carbon and our carefully selected trees recycle at minimum 0.3 tonne over their lifetime.
Benefits of our environmental initiatives
At Jackson Family Funerals, we’re committed to making a positive impact on the environment through our sustainable practices and carbon-offsetting initiatives. Choosing our services helps you honour your loved one’s memory while contributing to a greener future. Here are eight benefits of our environmental initiatives:
Reducing carbon footprint
Our tree planting activities help offset each funeral’s carbon footprint, minimising its environmental impact.
Supporting global reforestation
Funding tree planting projects both in the UK and worldwide contributes to global reforestation efforts.
Creating a lasting memorial
The tree planted in your loved one’s memory serves as a living, growing tribute that endures for generations.
Personalised digital certificates
We provide personalised digital certificates for each tree planted, allowing you to dedicate the planting to your loved one.
Promoting biodiversity
Our carefully selected tree species support local ecosystems and enhance biodiversity in the areas where they’re planted.
Encouraging eco-friendly practices
We inspire our clients to embrace eco-friendly practices, such as using sustainable materials and digital certificates.
Transparent and verifiable
Our tree planting partners provide precise location information and verification of each tree planted, ensuring transparency.
Leading by example
By prioritising environmental responsibility, we set an example for other businesses to follow and contribute to a more sustainable future.
Certificated planting
Each tree that is planted will receive a digital certificate verifying the tree, it’s type and it’s location.
The planting can be dedicated in memory of your loved one and personalised to any family member. This can provide a lasting memorial in place of a physical keepsake.
Although we only send the certificates digitally, please do feel free to print and mount them in a frame but we do ask that you use an eco-friendly printer and printing materials
Precise location
Our selected tree planting partners help fund planting in various projects both within the UK and also across the world.
Some of the projects are large and will require planting for many years whereas some projects are very small.
This means that the projects available change from time to time.
We’re here for you
At Jackson Family Funerals, we understand the immense emotional challenges that come with losing a loved one. Our compassionate team is here to support you every step of the way, offering personalised guidance and transparent pricing to help you navigate this difficult time.
With our commitment to environmental responsibility, you can take comfort in knowing your loved one’s memory will be honoured in a sustainable way.
We invite you to reach out to us and experience the difference that our caring, professional and eco-conscious approach can make. Let us help you begin the healing process and create a meaningful farewell for your cherished family member.
