Participating in initiatives to stop global warming is not just for the living. Now you can continue to help long after you take your last breath as has been proven by a cemetery in Santa Coloma de Gramanet, near Barcelona, Spain. It recently installed a solar power plant on top of its mausoleums.
The $1,000,000 eco investment will keep about 62 tonnes of carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere every year, and will generate enough power for 60 homes.
The problem faced by the city was that Santa Coloma de Gramanet only has a few open sunny places, and the cemetery was one of the only spaces available. The project was initially met with a negative response, but public opinion changed once people saw that the installation is a positive and fitting tribute to the dead, who would be proud to improve the environment for future generations.
Solar Powered Cemeteries
Spanish Graves Against Global Warming
Trend Themes
1. Eco Cemeteries - The growing concern for the environment is creating new opportunities to incorporate sustainable practices in the funeral industry.
2. Solar Energy Solutions - The need to reduce carbon footprint is increasing the demand for solar energy solutions in unconventional spaces like cemeteries.
3. Green Funerals - As people become more aware of the environmental impact of traditional funerals, there is a growing demand for eco-friendly alternatives that leverage renewable energy sources.
Industry Implications
1. Funeral Industry - Eco-friendly and sustainable practices are disrupting the traditional funeral industry, creating opportunities for renewable energy providers and companies that specialize in green funerals.
2. Renewable Energy Industry - The need to expand into unconventional spaces like cemeteries is creating new business opportunities for solar power companies and related industries.
3. Environmental Services Industry - The demand for green funerals and eco-friendly solutions is driving the growth of the environmental services industry, which includes waste management, recycling, and sustainable energy solutions.