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WHY AQUAMATION ?
What is Aquamation?
Aquamation is the future of pet aftercare — flame-free, gentle, and inspired by nature.
Also known as alkaline hydrolysis or bio-cremation, aquamation uses a warm water-based process that mimics natural decomposition — the same process that occurs when a body is buried in soil, but accelerated to take only 10 to 24 hours.
✅ Uses alkaline water, not fire or acid
✅ Operates at low heat, not combustion temperatures
✅ Leaves pure, clean bone remains — not burnt, not blackened
✅ Mimics natural decomposition, returning the body to the earth in the kindest way possible
Unlike fire cremation, which uses intense flames that can damage bone remains and release emissions, aquamation gently breaks down soft tissue, leaving behind beautiful white bone fragments that are clean and sterile — perfect for memorialization.
Water vs Fire
How Aquamation Compares to Traditional Flame Cremation
Flames are fast — but harsh.
Water is gentle — and just as natural.
Let’s take a closer look at how Aquamation honors life while
reducing environmental and emotional impact.
Aquamation
Fire Cremation
Method
Warm water + alkalinity
Open flame at 1000°C+
Process Duration
7–24 hours
2–3 hours
Chemical Used
Alkaline (natural)
None, but flame burns all tissue
Environmental Impact
🌱 1/10th the carbon footprint
❌ High emissions (CO₂, mercury, etc.)
Bone Quality
White, clean, soft remains
Charred, blackened, brittle
Odor or Smoke
No odor, no smoke
Yes, visible smoke and odor
Water Use
~200–1100 liters/cycle (recycled)
None
Memorial Friendly
High bone yield, ideal for urns
Less remains, lower yield
Why Pet Owners Prefer Aquamation
Pet owners are becoming more aware, eco-conscious, and emotionally invested.
They want their beloved pets to be treated gently and respectfully — even after death.
💧 More to keep – Higher bone yield
🌱 Better for the planet – No emissions
🕊️ No trauma – No burning, no black smoke
🧪 Sterile & safe – Leaves only pure, clean calcium
Why Aquamation is Booming in Asia
The Pet Aquamation Business is in Hype Right Now — Especially in Asia.
🐾 Pet ownership in Asia is skyrocketing
🌏 Eco-awareness is growing rapidly among Gen Z & millennials
📉 Governments are restricting emissions from traditional cremation
🧠 Examples:
- Hong Kong:
- Cremation of pets via flame is costly and limited in space.
- Green cremation (water-based) is gaining attention due to stricter air pollution policies.
- 1 in 3 pet owners now considers aquamation over fire.
- China (Shenzhen, Shanghai):
- Several pilot programs are pushing eco-burial & aquamation.
- Influencers and pet funeral businesses are promoting water cremation.
- Aquamation services are being bundled with luxury pet memorialization services.
📊 Regional Stats:
- Pet funeral market in China: ¥29 billion RMB in 2023
- Pet cremation growth in Asia-Pacific: 12.6% CAGR
- 64% of surveyed pet owners in Hong Kong prefer non-fire methods if available
- Top 3 concerns: Environmental impact, emotional trauma, bone quality
Why Aquamation Is Good Business
For cremation service providers, aquamation offers a smarter, more profitable future:
Business Benefit
Traditional Cremation
Aquamation
Cost per CycleMethod
High fuel costs
Lower electricity & water
Machine Durability
High wear & corrosion
Gentle water-based process
Client Preference (2025 trend)
Shifting to flame-free
Increasing by 10–15% yearly
Local Regulations
Increasing restrictions
Eco-certified & compliant
Brand Image
Outdated
Innovative & sustainable
Aquamation gives businesses:
- ✅ Higher revenue per pet (premium service)
- ✅ Lower maintenance & fuel cost
- ✅ Modern branding that attracts younger pet owners
- ✅ Legal compliance with future environmental laws
Why Cremation Businesses Are Switching to Aquamation
More profit. Less pollution. A modern image that attracts today’s pet owners.
Lower Operating Costs
Uses water + electricity, not high-cost fuel.
Higher Customer Willingness to Pay
Premium eco-cremation pricing is accepted by modern pet families.
Standout Brand Image
Sustainable, clean, and Gen Z-friendly.
Longer Machine Lifespan
Gentle process = less wear and corrosion.
Future-Proof for Regulations
No emissions = safe from future legal restrictions on flame cremation.
More Bones, More Options
Higher bone yield = more urns, more keepsakes, more emotional value.
Want to learn more about offering aquamation at your pet care business?
Let our team walk you through the benefits, models, and installation process.