HI HCR54

Request the Department of Health to develop an action plan to eliminate diesel cremator usage within the state within a two-year timeframe.

Identifies three crematoriums operating in Hawaii that use diesel-fueled cremators, while all others use natural gas or propane fuel.

Notes that diesel cremators produce more toxic emissions and contain more pollutants compared to natural gas and propane alternatives.

Highlights that fifty percent of Oahu's cremations are processed by a diesel cremator, and older diesel cremators lack modern automated features for temperature control and emissions management.

Observes that areas surrounding diesel cremators have become more populated with residences, schools, and health care institutions, and that all new U.S. cremators are built to operate using natural gas or propane.