The 'Boil in the Bag' Option

Yet another means for disposal of human bodies has arrived in the UK. Once, folk could only be buried ('laid to rest'). Later, as space became problematic, incineration (cremation) became a legal option. As we became more concerned about climate change, woodland burials and composting were added as options. Now, 'boil-in-the-bag'(aquamation) has arrived on the UK's shores (https://www.theguardian.com/society/2023/jul/02/boil-in-the-bag-environmentally-friendly-funerals-arrive-in-uk-resomation-acquamation). Aquamation (Desmond Tutu elected to use this option), involves the dead body being enclosed in a sealed tank of alkaline solution, heated to 160 degrees Centigrade. Relatively quickly, the remaining skeleton is available for powdering into 'ashes'. It appears that the alkaline 'liquor' can be safely disposed of down regular drains. It's claimed, by enthusiasts, that aquamation generates 'only' 50% of the greenhouse gas emissions produced by a gas-fired cremation. 'Every little helps' but this doesn't appear to be an enormous saving. The process also appears wasteful in terms of recyclable materials. I expect this technique will be 'sold' as a 'greener' option but funeral parlour charges (an economic 'growth area') are unlikely to decline.