Food establishments are often believed by the public to be the source of most fat and grease discharges, but homes are also a significant source. Homeowners are encouraged to dispose of excess household grease, including meat fats, lard and cooking oils, in the garbage can rather than pouring them down the drain. |
If additional information is required as a result of the input received during the public comment period, they will communicate that as well. Also, everyone who made a public comment or asked to be included on the department's mailing list concerning this issue will receive a copy of the response to comments. |
Some of the environmental issues we confront today in Tennessee are the legacy of things that occurred before modern day environmental regulations were in place. Unfortunately, we cannot turn back the hands of time to change these circumstances. |