Human dignity, transparency and environmental protection - three attributes that characterise the crematorium at the new Giessen cemetery Human dignity, transparency and environmental protection - three attributes that characterise the crematorium at the new Giessen cemetery. The facility, which has been managed by the Giessen municipal utility company since 2013, has been awarded the "Controlled Crematorium" seal of approval for the second time.
The sensitive, compassionate treatment of mourners is a top priority for the staff at the crematorium in Giessen's new cemetery. This was a prerequisite for the once municipally run facility being awarded the "Controlled Crematorium" seal of approval in 2010. Stadtwerke Gießen (SWG) has been managing the crematorium since the beginning of 2013 and is continuing the tradition of high quality features and standards in terms of piety. The working group of municipal crematoria therefore once again awarded the facility the seal of approval, which proves that it meets demanding criteria in technical, organisational and ethical terms.
"As a municipal company, we are committed to continuing to provide dignified and discreet cremations," emphasises Deputy Team Leader Heiko Hederich.
Top in climate protection and service
SWG has not only maintained the same high standards since the takeover at the beginning of 2013, it has even improved them in terms of service. Take administration, for example: unlike before, it is now located in the crematorium, which ensures faster and more direct organisation. Heiko Hederich also reveals: "Thanks to the organisation, we were able to reduce the price of a cremation, including all ancillary services, to around 400 euros."
Just as reverence and sensitivity are the top priorities when dealing with the deceased and their relatives, climate protection is particularly important in the technical operation of the crematorium. Among other things, the cremation facilities were modernised a few years ago in accordance with the strict requirements of the Federal Immission Control Act. Three filters connected in series prevent toxic pollutants from escaping. "The technology is state of the art and we are among the pioneers when it comes to climate protection. We will ensure that nothing changes in terms of quality in this respect either," promises Heiko Hederich. After all, the "Controlled Crematorium" seal of approval is not just an honour, but also an obligation.
Further information about the crematorium and the service for undertakers and the relatives of the deceased is available from Stadtwerke Gießen on the Internet at www.krematorium-giessen.de.