BLUF
NSW has legalised human composting, or ‘terramation’, which accelerates natural decomposition into nutrient-rich compost. As Australians seek greener alternatives to burial and cremation, debate continues over the environmental benefits and drawbacks of each post-death option.Learning Outcomes
- Explain the process of human decomposition and describe the roles of microorganisms, environmental conditions and burial practices in the breakdown of human remains.
- Compare and evaluate post-death body disposition options, including traditional burial, natural burial, cremation, aquamation and terramation.
- Assess the environmental, cultural and personal factors that influence choices about body disposition.
