Nearly one in five Tempe restaurants have enrolled in the Tempe Grease Cooperative (TGC). These business owners understand that membership in the TGC is the best decision for their businesses, their community and their environment.

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Tempe Grease Cooperative

The TGC is an innovative partnership between the City of Tempe and its food service establishments to better manage fats, oils and grease (FOG). It is the first program in the world in which a city brokers both pricing and service quality for grease control device maintenance on behalf of community food service establishments.

Competitive costs

Through the collective contracts established and administered by the city, the TGC offers its members competitive service costs. See current TGC Service Prices.

Service quality 

As the administrative arm of the Cooperative, the city holds contracted 
haulers to the highest standards, guaranteeing top-quality service
for TGC members. This commitment to quality service not only prevents 
backups and odors but also extends the lifespan of grease control 
devices.

Repair and replacement support

As grease control devices age, the necessity for repairs and, in some 
instances, replacements becomes increasingly vital to maintaining their 
functionality. This upkeep is crucial for safeguarding our publicly owned 
treatment works (POTW). If repairs or replacements are needed, the 
Tempe Grease Cooperative may offer guidance throughout the process.

Compliance assurance

Guaranteed compliance can be as easy as receiving the scheduled 
service and paying the bill on time. TGC members are assured 
compliance with all city requirements pertaining to grease traps and 
interceptor cleaning and maintenance.

Voluntary enrollment

The Tempe Grease Cooperative is a voluntary program; any food service establishment may choose to join or withdraw at any time with no fees and no contract. 

A sustainable alternative

Partners in the TGC are doing more than addressing their 
plumbing needs. They play a vital role in the city’s efforts to solve 
larger environmental challenges.

• They help create more sustainable sewer infrastructure for 
  the city and plumbing infrastructure for their business.
• They help ensure that Tempe’s neighborhoods remain clean 
  and odor-free.
• They know their waste is being properly managed and not 
  illegally dumped.
• They are partners with the city in its pursuit of opportunities 
  to utilize FOG in the generation of renewable energy.

Message from Tempe's Deputy Public Works Director

“The Tempe Grease Cooperative (TGC) is an impressive and innovative initiative, revolutionizing the protection of infrastructure through efficient FOG disposal methods. The TGC illustrates Tempe’s commitment to fostering sustainability and community collaboration, which is made possible by the dedication of our City of Tempe team.”

Craig Caggiano, City of Tempe Deputy Public Works Director

For information, contact: 480-350-8239 or grease@tempe.gov.  

Additional Links

Terms of Enrollment           Pricing          Printable Brochure

City Council Resolution       Rules and Procedures         Sewer Ordinance

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