Pouring cooking fats, oil, or grease down the drain can clog your plumbing, create blockages in our sewers, and enter our waterways. Several everyday ingredients can also create blockages. Be kitchen sink smart to prevent plumbing and sewer disasters!
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| Food Scraps | Food-Soiled Paper | Yard / Garden Waste |
| Fruits | Paper napkins | Leaves |
| Vegetables | Paper towels | Flowers |
| Meat | Paper plates & cups | Grass |
| Poultry | Coffee filters | Weeds |
| Seafood & shellfish | Tea bags | Houseplants |
| Bones | Paper take-out boxes | Trimmings |
| Rice | Pizza boxes |
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| Beans |
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| Pasta |
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| Breads & Grains |
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| Coffee Grounds |
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| Eggshells |
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Additional Resources
Want to learn more? Visit the following sites for more information and proper disposal methods.
Zero Waste Marin - Resources for Residents and Businesses
Sewerage Agency of Southern Marin (SASM) - FOG Information