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Take a look inside Nevada's first human composting facility
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Las Vegas now has an eco-friendlier way to lay loved ones to rest. It’s called human composting.
You may have a lot of questions. Watch the video below for answers.
Take a look inside Nevada’s first human composting facility
We first told you about this last September not long after human composting was legalized in the legislative session.
This week, Earth Funeral, a green burial home based in Washington and specializing in soil transformations, opened a facility in Las Vegas.
Washington is the first state to legalize human composting.
Kevin Matthes, the supervising care advisor of the West Coast, gave Channel 13 a tour.
“We specialize in social transformation and really that is what nature intended which is returning individuals back to Earth,” said Matthes.
So how does it work?
The body is first gently washed and placed in a biodegradable shroud. Then, the body is placed in a 7-foot vessel with organic mulch, wildflowers and wood chips.
In 30 to 45 days, the body is turned into about 300 pounds of soil.
While families do have the option to take all of the soil, Matthes said most families opt to take up to five biodegradable containers of soil and the rest is taken to one of their conservation sites.
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At these sites, Matthes said they plant trees, indigenous flowers and other plants.
He also said a benefit is that the soil can be spread in places meaningful to the family.
“They actually feel like it’s a part of me that’s giving back to the community,” said Matthes.
Before the facility opened, Earth Funeral had helped several Las Vegas families, according to Matthes. So he believes, the facility will have a significant impact in the valley.
He said the option is becoming widely popular.
“I do think states are understanding the impact of the carbon release of a cremation,” said Matthes.
As for the cost, Matthes said an average package is about $5000.
The goal of the process is to help the planet while sending the spirits of loved ones to eternity.
“We want to make it as simplistic and as sustainable as possible for future generations,” said Matthes.
Currently, human composting is legal in twelve states.
LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — Have you ever wondered why state and local government offices close on Nevada Day? Or what does Nevada Day even stand for?
Nevada Day marks the anniversary of the “Battle Born” state being admitted to the Union by Abraham Lincoln on Oct. 31, 1864, during the Civil War, according to a proclamation signed by the governor.
Governor Joe Lombardo signed the proclamation, which continued the tradition to celebrate the rich history and accomplishments of the Silver State, according to the government document.
In observance of Nevada Day, residents should expect the following offices to be closed:
- State Offices
- County Offices
- City Offices
- Clark County School District Offices
- Libraries
- Nevada Division of Insurance
Officials encourage Nevadans to enjoy the festivities offered across the valley in honor of those who helped shape what Nevada is today.
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LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — An offender within the Nevada Department of Corrections system has died from a stabbing, officials said.
According to a press release from NDOC, Dylan Walters, 33, died at University Medical Center on Oct. 27. He was serving 16 to 40 months at High Desert State Prison for attempted grand larceny.
Officials said he came to NDOC on April 18 last year from Clark County. According to the coroner, he died from multiple stab wounds, and his manner of death was ruled as a homicide.
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