New South Wales passes Australia-first legislation legalizing human composting
New South Wales has passed legislation making human composting, or natural organic reduction, a legal body disposition option alongside burial and cremation. This state-wide change in New South Wales, Australia is the first of its kind in the country. The regulatory framework and implementation timeline may not be immediate.
Why it matters
This responds to the environmental impact of traditional burial and cremation by offering a third, more sustainable alternative for body disposition.
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