Green funerals in Los Angeles, CA

Human composting services in Los Angeles, CA

Earth serves Los Angeles with a sustainable way to return to the soil, honoring the vibrant spirit of our communities. Whether you’re in Echo Park, Koreatown, Silver Lake, West LA, or somewhere in between, we provide a deeply personal alternative to traditional burial or cremation.

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Modern, eco-friendly Los Angeles funeral home

You don't have to handle the logistics of loss alone. Earth offers families in Los Angeles a seamless green funeral option easily arranged by phone or online with dedicated support from our expert Care Team.

Eco-friendly

Our process produces no net CO2, versus the 535 lbs of CO2 produced by the average cremation (equivalent to a 600+ mile car journey).

Online convenience

Make arrangements in less than 15 minutes, manage everything online with the Earth Portal, and share obituaries with family and friends.

Exceptional care

Our care team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We update you at each stage of the process via email, SMS or via our online Portal.

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State-of-the-art facilities

Earth provides environmentally-friendly soil transformation for Los Angeles families and other residents across the Golden State. Through our state-of-the-art facility in Las Vegas, NV, proprietary vessels use 100% renewable energy and precise climate monitoring to ensure a gentle return to nature.

Our Care Team coordinates the entire journey, including transport into our care and arranging for the soil’s return to your family.

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Supporting land conservation

The natural beauty of Santa Monica Bay, Griffith Park, and the Palos Verdes bluffs is central to the Los Angeles experience. Choosing a return to soil serves as a lasting tribute to these iconic landscapes.

Our process produces a cubic yard of nutrient-rich soil; your family can receive the amount they desire, while we facilitate the donation of any remaining soil to approved conservation projects for essential habitat restoration.

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The Earth package

After a loss, Los Angeles families can find every necessary service within the Earth package. Once you reach out, our dedicated team oversees the composting process until the final soil return.

  • Services of a licensed funeral director
  • Collection & care from place of passing
  • Filing of all necessary paperwork & permits
  • An Earth soil transformation
  • The soil returned to your family
  • Manage everything in our online portal
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Guidance whenever you need it

Angelenos throughout the Golden State reach out to us at different stages. No matter where you are in the journey, our Care Team offers guidance and clarifies the entire soil transformation process.

Immediate need

For families who have recently lost a loved one.

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Imminent need

For families expecting a loved one to pass in the next 6 months.

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Earth Prepaid

For individuals and couples planning for the future.

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Local Los Angeles information

Nearest facility

Earth | West Coast

(877) 327-4109

500 Pilot Road, Suite D,
Las Vegas, NV 89119

Soil collection hours are
Monday through Friday,
8am - 3pm

Earth | PNW

(877) 327-4109

4620 B St NW, Suite 102, Auburn, WA 98001

Soil collection hours are
Monday through Friday,
8am - 3pm

Currently in Washington, We're opening a new facility on the East Coast in early 2026.

(877) 327-4109

Earth’s advanced human composting center in Las Vegas serves as the primary facility for Southern California residents. This allows us to offer Angelenos a specialized, eco-friendly alternative while maintaining a professional presence close to the region.

Whether you prefer to finalize arrangements online, via phone, or by visiting our location, our team ensures a clear and supportive experience. Families have the choice of picking up the resulting soil during scheduled hours or opting for convenient USPS delivery.

Death certificates in Los Angeles
You can order your death certificates via Los Angeles County Public Health.
Visit their website for up to date opening hours.
Los Angeles County Medical Examiner

The medical examiner investigates all sudden or unexpected deaths in Los Angeles. If your loved one is at the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, we will help you navigate their paperwork.

More information can be found on their website.

Los Angeles Resources

Information and frequently asked questions about soil transformation and end of life care.

The human composting process explained

Traditional funeral practice is highly pollutive. Read more about soil transformation and the environmental benefits.

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Most asked questions about human composting

Interest and awareness around green funerals are growing rapidly, however human composting is still new to many. Read our answers to common questions.

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Preparing for a loved one to pass at home

People are increasingly choosing to pass in their own home. Learn how to plan for the imminent death of a loved one at home.

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Prepaid funeral plans

Prepaid funerals are an increasingly popular option for end-of-life planning, and could be a good investment for you and your family.

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Serving each Los Angeles family like our own

With Earth's 2,150+ five-star reviews, people near Los Angeles are finding comfort in our environmentally conscious end-of-life alternative.

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In thinking about what I want for my body after I die, I didn’t want it to be a chemicalized waste of space in an overpriced piece of real estate with a view. The idea of being turned into compost for my loved ones to grow something from my remains was a beautiful idea. Earth made enrolling in a prepayment plan very easy. They answered all of my questions and sent plenty of information to share with my loved ones.

I highly recommend them for your green burial alternative to traditional burial practices.

Jonny C., Nevada
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This was the easiest decision I have ever made on a topic that is the hardest to discuss with family members. Earth - Green Funeral Home made the process simple, answered all my questions, and even accommodated an add-on service with ease and no complications

Joni F., Washington
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Can I use Earth’s human composting service if I live anywhere in Los Angeles?

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Generally, yes. We provide coverage for families across the Los Angeles basin and surrounding suburbs through our facilities in Auburn, WA and Las Vegas, NV. If you would like to confirm service for your specific neighborhood, verify your Service Area, or reach out to our Care Team for a quick confirmation.

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Is human composting legal in California?

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While the state has officially authorized natural organic reduction, the regulatory rollout is ongoing and won't be finalized for local use until 2027. However, Angelenos can still access this sustainable choice today. Earth manages the local logistics and professional transport to our nearest facility, where the process is fully permitted.

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What can my family do with the soil in Los Angeles?

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The transformation process results in one cubic yard of enriched soil. Many families in the Los Angeles area keep a small amount for a memorial planter or to nourish a private garden. For any soil you choose not to keep, we can facilitate a donation to approved land conservation and restoration projects.

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Can I plan ahead for myself or with a partner?

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Yes, and many people do. Making these arrangements in advance allows you to secure your preferences and explore available funding or prepaid options. It’s a thoughtful way to ensure your wishes are known, removing the burden of difficult decisions from your family during a time of loss.

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Why do so many Los Angeles families choose Earth for human composting?

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Families throughout the Golden State rely on Earth because our process is environmentally conscious and highly transparent. Our Care Team is dedicated to maintaining open communication, ensuring you feel informed and respected from the first call through the final soil return.

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