Recompose

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The life-giving material created when someone makes the choice to be composted after they die is a true gift to the earth.

The process of composting is special because it builds soil health. And soil? It’s the basis of all of life on earth.

While every body that comes to Recompose is different, each one creates nutrient-rich compost. Below are results typical of the compost produced by Recompose.

🌿 NPKS of 2.2-2.9-1.9-1.2: balanced nutrient content with a good supply of macronutrients.

🌿Very stable respiration test: indicates nutrients are stabilized.

🌿Nitrate content of 383: indicates aerobic status and advanced decomposition.

🌿Bioassay at relative immaturity: best to use at lower concentration around roots of young plants.

🌿Passes all tests for levels of pathogens and heavy metals.

🌿C/N ratio of 19: indicates slow nutrient release. May cause slight nitrogen “tie up” but no “burn”.

🌿pH of 6.6 for most plants.

🌿Moderate electrical conductivity: presence of soluble ions but not salty.

What three species would you ask your people to plant with your compost when you die? Share in the comments. 🌱🌱🌱

Yes, we’re proud to be the first human composting company in the world, but we’re even prouder about everything that makes us different from other providers. Take a look:

Unparalleled Services: Your loved one’s soil transformation at Recompose will be done by the world’s leading experts. We set the global standard, ensuring nutrient-rich soil, and we never compromise quality for speed.

Intentional Care: You and your people will receive an uncompromising level of personalized support, without the use of AI or chatbots. Our work is rooted in compassion, respect, and a genuine commitment to guide you through the experience with empathy.

Transformative Experiences: Our spaces, services, and ceremonies are designed to help you foster deeper connections—to nature, to others, and to the cycle of life and death.

Upfront, Honest Pricing: Our pricing is transparent and easy to understand, with no hidden fees. Our team does not work on commission and we never use pressure tactics to sell you on our services.

Business for Good: Recompose is registered as a Public Benefit Corporation, dedicated to the well-being of people and the planet. Every decision we make is guided by sustainability, community, and ethical death care practices—not just the bottom line.

Environmental Stewardship: Sustainability is at the core of our operations. From the design of our durable stainless steel composting vessels, built in the U.S. to last up to 70 years, to the careful selection of conservation organizations for soil donation, we prioritize long-term impact and doing the most good for the earth.

When you call Recompose when a loved one dies, Kiersten is one of the team members who will be your first point of contact. And if you come in for a visit to see what Recompose has to offer, you may have the pleasure of her leading your tour.

We believe that a loved one’s death deserves intentional - and human - care. The unparalleled quality of the people we hire is a huge part of what makes Recompose different.