"Green-Wood Cemetery's permanent residents lie among the hills of Brooklyn, their tranquility guarded by elaborate statuary, venerable trees, and sumptuous tombs, creating an alluring place for visitors."
"The human-composting process can convert each of us into roughly a cubic yard of soil, to be placed directly on or in the earth, refreshing cemeteries with a sustainable solution."
"Nearly half a million people strolled through the grounds last year, nearly double the number in 2015, drawn by the cemetery's beauty and the notable figures interred there."
"Terramation isn't available anywhere on the East Coast yet, but Green-Wood is planning to roll it out in 2027, allowing for a new approach to burial."
Green-Wood Cemetery, founded in 1838, is a historic Brooklyn site that has become increasingly popular, attracting nearly half a million visitors last year. Due to limited burial space, the cemetery faced challenges until New York legalized terramation in 2022, allowing for a new method of human composting. This process converts bodies into soil, enabling the cemetery to maximize its land use. Green-Wood plans to implement terramation by 2027, offering a sustainable solution for future burials while maintaining its serene environment.
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