Short Wave Compost Your Loved Ones
Jan 2, 2020
Lynne Carpenter-Boggs, a soil scientist at Washington State University and research advisor at Recompose, shares her insights on an innovative approach to death: human composting. She details how composting transforms human remains into nutrient-rich soil, presenting it as a beautiful and eco-friendly alternative to burial and cremation. The conversation navigates through the science of decomposition and the societal shift towards sustainable practices, urging listeners to rethink traditional views on mortality. It's a fascinating exploration of life, death, and the circle of existence.
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Party Talk
- Lynn Carpenter-Boggs avoids discussing her work at parties.
- Her husband, however, enjoys bringing it up.
Burial Downsides
- Traditional burial methods have environmental drawbacks like carbon emissions from cremation and land use from cemeteries.
- Cemetery expansion is increasingly restricted in some cities.
From Livestock to Humans
- Lynn Carpenter-Boggs's experience composting livestock led to her involvement in human composting research.
- Initially, she had reservations about applying composting to humans.
