Understanding the Human Composting process
We are sure you have a lot of questions. Eterrna are here to guide you through the Human Composting process, and help you make the right end-of-life choice for you or your loved one.
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How does it work?
Human Composting uses the same natural process as composting. Ancient wisdom combined with modern science creates an innovative approach to deathcare, allowing people to leave a greener legacy for the planet when they die, and offer loved ones greater involvement during and after the funeral process.
02
Caring for the body
The composting process takes place over approximately 60 days in a protected, climate-controlled environment. Within this vessel, the body is gently surrounded by organic materials like woodchips, hay, leaves and flowers. With warmth, air, and time, nature takes its course.
03
Caring for the bereaved
Throughout the process, families are supported with care, transparency, and respect. Grief is honoured. Questions are welcomed. You remain a part of the journey every step of the way, should you wish to be.
04
The re-terrning
When complete, the soil may be returned to loved ones for use in the garden, or donated to environmental organisations to help create a healthier landscape. From the wilderness of loss, seeds of hope can grow.
01
How does it work?
Human Composting uses the same natural process as composting. Ancient wisdom combined with modern science creates an innovative approach to deathcare, allowing people to leave a greener legacy for the planet when they die, and offer loved ones greater involvement during and after the funeral process.
02
Caring for the body
The composting process takes place over approximately 60 days in a protected, climate-controlled environment. Within this vessel, the body is gently surrounded by organic materials like woodchips, hay, leaves and flowers. With warmth, air, and time, nature takes its course.
03
Caring for the bereaved
Throughout the process, families are supported with care, transparency, and respect. Grief is honoured. Questions are welcomed. You remain a part of the journey every step of the way, should you wish to be.
04
The re-terrning
When complete, the soil may be returned to loved ones for use in the garden, or donated to environmental organisations to help create a healthier landscape. From the wilderness of loss, seeds of hope can grow.
01
How does it work?
Human Composting uses the same natural process as composting. Ancient wisdom combined with modern science creates an innovative approach to deathcare, allowing people to leave a greener legacy for the planet when they die, and offer loved ones greater involvement during and after the funeral process.
02
Caring for the body
The composting process takes place over approximately 60 days in a protected, climate-controlled environment. Within this vessel, the body is gently surrounded by organic materials like woodchips, hay, leaves and flowers. With warmth, air, and time, nature takes its course.
03
Caring for the bereaved
Throughout the process, families are supported with care, transparency, and respect. Grief is honoured. Questions are welcomed. You remain a part of the journey every step of the way, should you wish to be.
04
The re-terrning
When complete, the soil may be returned to loved ones for use in the garden, or donated to environmental organisations to help create a healthier landscape. From the wilderness of loss, seeds of hope can grow.
01
How does it work?
Human Composting uses the same natural process as composting. Ancient wisdom combined with modern science creates an innovative approach to deathcare, allowing people to leave a greener legacy for the planet when they die, and offer loved ones greater involvement during and after the funeral process.
02
Caring for the body
The composting process takes place over approximately 60 days in a protected, climate-controlled environment. Within this vessel, the body is gently surrounded by organic materials like woodchips, hay, leaves and flowers. With warmth, air, and time, nature takes its course.
03
Caring for the bereaved
Throughout the process, families are supported with care, transparency, and respect. Grief is honoured. Questions are welcomed. You remain a part of the journey every step of the way, should you wish to be.
04
The re-terrning
When complete, the soil may be returned to loved ones for use in the garden, or donated to environmental organisations to help create a healthier landscape. From the wilderness of loss, seeds of hope can grow.
01
How does it work?
Human Composting uses the same natural process as composting. Ancient wisdom combined with modern science creates an innovative approach to deathcare, allowing people to leave a greener legacy for the planet when they die, and offer loved ones greater involvement during and after the funeral process.
02
Caring for the body
The composting process takes place over approximately 60 days in a protected, climate-controlled environment. Within this vessel, the body is gently surrounded by organic materials like woodchips, hay, leaves and flowers. With warmth, air, and time, nature takes its course.
03
Caring for the bereaved
Throughout the process, families are supported with care, transparency, and respect. Grief is honoured. Questions are welcomed. You remain a part of the journey every step of the way, should you wish to be.
04
The re-terrning
When complete, the soil may be returned to loved ones for use in the garden, or donated to environmental organisations to help create a healthier landscape. From the wilderness of loss, seeds of hope can grow.
01
How does it work?
Human Composting uses the same natural process as composting. Ancient wisdom combined with modern science creates an innovative approach to deathcare, allowing people to leave a greener legacy for the planet when they die, and offer loved ones greater involvement during and after the funeral process.
02
Caring for the body
The composting process takes place over approximately 60 days in a protected, climate-controlled environment. Within this vessel, the body is gently surrounded by organic materials like woodchips, hay, leaves and flowers. With warmth, air, and time, nature takes its course.
03
Caring for the bereaved
Throughout the process, families are supported with care, transparency, and respect. Grief is honoured. Questions are welcomed. You remain a part of the journey every step of the way, should you wish to be.
04
The re-terrning
When complete, the soil may be returned to loved ones for use in the garden, or donated to environmental organisations to help create a healthier landscape. From the wilderness of loss, seeds of hope can grow.
01
How does it work?
Human Composting uses the same natural process as composting. Ancient wisdom combined with modern science creates an innovative approach to deathcare, allowing people to leave a greener legacy for the planet when they die, and offer loved ones greater involvement during and after the funeral process.
02
Caring for the body
The composting process takes place over approximately 60 days in a protected, climate-controlled environment. Within this vessel, the body is gently surrounded by organic materials like woodchips, hay, leaves and flowers. With warmth, air, and time, nature takes its course.
03
Caring for the bereaved
Throughout the process, families are supported with care, transparency, and respect. Grief is honoured. Questions are welcomed. You remain a part of the journey every step of the way, should you wish to be.
04
The re-terrning
When complete, the soil may be returned to loved ones for use in the garden, or donated to environmental organisations to help create a healthier landscape. From the wilderness of loss, seeds of hope can grow.
01
How does it work?
Human Composting uses the same natural process as composting. Ancient wisdom combined with modern science creates an innovative approach to deathcare, allowing people to leave a greener legacy for the planet when they die, and offer loved ones greater involvement during and after the funeral process.
02
Caring for the body
The composting process takes place over approximately 60 days in a protected, climate-controlled environment. Within this vessel, the body is gently surrounded by organic materials like woodchips, hay, leaves and flowers. With warmth, air, and time, nature takes its course.
03
Caring for the bereaved
Throughout the process, families are supported with care, transparency, and respect. Grief is honoured. Questions are welcomed. You remain a part of the journey every step of the way, should you wish to be.
04
The re-terrning
When complete, the soil may be returned to loved ones for use in the garden, or donated to environmental organisations to help create a healthier landscape. From the wilderness of loss, seeds of hope can grow.
01
How does it work?
Human Composting uses the same natural process as composting. Ancient wisdom combined with modern science creates an innovative approach to deathcare, allowing people to leave a greener legacy for the planet when they die, and offer loved ones greater involvement during and after the funeral process.
02
Caring for the body
The composting process takes place over approximately 60 days in a protected, climate-controlled environment. Within this vessel, the body is gently surrounded by organic materials like woodchips, hay, leaves and flowers. With warmth, air, and time, nature takes its course.
03
Caring for the bereaved
Throughout the process, families are supported with care, transparency, and respect. Grief is honoured. Questions are welcomed. You remain a part of the journey every step of the way, should you wish to be.
04
The re-terrning
When complete, the soil may be returned to loved ones for use in the garden, or donated to environmental organisations to help create a healthier landscape. From the wilderness of loss, seeds of hope can grow.
01
How does it work?
Human Composting uses the same natural process as composting. Ancient wisdom combined with modern science creates an innovative approach to deathcare, allowing people to leave a greener legacy for the planet when they die, and offer loved ones greater involvement during and after the funeral process.
02
Caring for the body
The composting process takes place over approximately 60 days in a protected, climate-controlled environment. Within this vessel, the body is gently surrounded by organic materials like woodchips, hay, leaves and flowers. With warmth, air, and time, nature takes its course.
03
Caring for the bereaved
Throughout the process, families are supported with care, transparency, and respect. Grief is honoured. Questions are welcomed. You remain a part of the journey every step of the way, should you wish to be.
04
The re-terrning
When complete, the soil may be returned to loved ones for use in the garden, or donated to environmental organisations to help create a healthier landscape. From the wilderness of loss, seeds of hope can grow.
01
How does it work?
Human Composting uses the same natural process as composting. Ancient wisdom combined with modern science creates an innovative approach to deathcare, allowing people to leave a greener legacy for the planet when they die, and offer loved ones greater involvement during and after the funeral process.
02
Caring for the body
The composting process takes place over approximately 60 days in a protected, climate-controlled environment. Within this vessel, the body is gently surrounded by organic materials like woodchips, hay, leaves and flowers. With warmth, air, and time, nature takes its course.
03
Caring for the bereaved
Throughout the process, families are supported with care, transparency, and respect. Grief is honoured. Questions are welcomed. You remain a part of the journey every step of the way, should you wish to be.
04
The re-terrning
When complete, the soil may be returned to loved ones for use in the garden, or donated to environmental organisations to help create a healthier landscape. From the wilderness of loss, seeds of hope can grow.
01
How does it work?
Human Composting uses the same natural process as composting. Ancient wisdom combined with modern science creates an innovative approach to deathcare, allowing people to leave a greener legacy for the planet when they die, and offer loved ones greater involvement during and after the funeral process.
02
Caring for the body
The composting process takes place over approximately 60 days in a protected, climate-controlled environment. Within this vessel, the body is gently surrounded by organic materials like woodchips, hay, leaves and flowers. With warmth, air, and time, nature takes its course.
03
Caring for the bereaved
Throughout the process, families are supported with care, transparency, and respect. Grief is honoured. Questions are welcomed. You remain a part of the journey every step of the way, should you wish to be.
04
The re-terrning
When complete, the soil may be returned to loved ones for use in the garden, or donated to environmental organisations to help create a healthier landscape. From the wilderness of loss, seeds of hope can grow.
A 60-day journey guided by care and science
Stage 1
Receiving
The body is placed in a specially designed, sealed composting vessel.
Stage 2
Reducing
Nature takes its course in breaking the body down into its natural elements.
Stage 3
Recomposing
After 30 days, the remaining bones are broken down into a fine powder. Non-organic materials are removed and recycled.
Stage 4
Resting
The bone powder is returned to the composting material and allowed to dry over 30 days.
Stage 5
Reterrning
The process is complete, resulting in pure, clean compost.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Human Composting already available?
HUman Composting is currently offered in a number of US states as well as in Germany, but is not yet available in the UK. It is eterrna’s mission to help bring Human Composting to the UK, and be the flagship company to offer it as a service.
Is Human Composting safe for the environment?
How much soil does a body produce?
Can we still have a proper funeral service?
I have implants. Can I still be composted?
Is Human Composting religious?
Do you offer a prepayment plan?
What can I do with the soil?
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