Natural, chemical-free alternative to Water Cremation

Earth provides a natural, less water-intensive alternative to Water Cremation (alkaline hydrolysis).

Return to earth

Return to nature

We're specialists in soil transformation, a natural, chemical-free alternative to Water Cremation (also known as alkaline hydrolysis). Over a 45-day process, we gently transform a body into nutrient-rich soil

Families choose how much soil they’d like returned – to scatter or plant – and the remainder is sent to our Olympic Peninsula conservation site for land restoration projects.

The process is natural, uses 90% less water than Water Cremation, and the soil becomes a means to return nutrients from our bodies to the natural world. In turn, we restore forests, sequester carbon, and revitalize challenged ecosystems.

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A funeral home with a difference

Carbon neutral

Our process is carbon neutral and uses 90% less water than the average Water Cremation. Water from Water Cremation is flushed into the mains water system.

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 and our online Portal.

State-of-the-art facilities

We own and operate the world’s most advanced soil transformation facilities. Designed in conjunction with leading sustainable architects, they’re friendly to the planet and offer a beautiful send-off for lives well lived.

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Olympic Peninsula final resting place

Surrounded by Giant Maple, Red Cedar and Douglas-fir trees, we own five acres of tranquil land on the Olympic Peninsula. Using soil from the Earth process, we’re restoring and conserving this land for future generations. Return to nature and rest in beauty through soil transformation.

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The Earth Package

The Earth package

The Earth Package takes place in the days immediately following the passing and without a viewing or funeral service beforehand.

Our package includes everything you need:

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    Services of a licensed funeral director

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    Collection & care from place of passing

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    Filing of all necessary paperwork & permits

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    An Earth soil transformation

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    Portions of the soil returned in a biodegradable container

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    5 Impact Trees planted by One Tree Planted

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    Access to the Earth Family Portal

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Here when you need us

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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Decades of experience

We’re a team of highly experienced funeral professionals. With a focus on sustainability and technology, we have a different approach to the traditional industry. We’re creating an end-of-life experience like no other.

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Choose soil transformation and protect the planet for future generations.

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