Irish Water Launches Pilot Study To Address FOG Issues In Wastewater Network

Irish Water has launched a pilot study to address the build up of Fats, Oils and Greases (FOG) in the wastewater network in Galway.

It is working with Food Service Establishments in Galway.

The initial study will cover the areas between Bohermore to Sea Road and Salthill. The locations have the highest density of food service establishments in the City. Irish Water is carrying out the study in conjunction with Galway City Council (GCC).

Commenting on the study, Sean Corrigan, Regional Information Officer for the West and North regions at Irish Water, said: "Galway City Council previously initiated this project on the basis of EPA recommendations in relation to odour problems in the City.


"Irish Water, in partnership with GCC, is happy to now bring the project to fruition by engaging with the business community in order provide information on how best to manage the issue of FOG.

"The presence of FOG can have an adverse impact not only on tourism but the consequential costs involved for businesses in FOG clean-ups and resulting flood damage, can amount to hundreds of thousands of euros; a result that can have a devastating impact on small and medium enterprises.

"By working together with local business owners and informing them of how they can manage this issue, Irish Water aims to help them mitigate any negative affects on their business."

(CD/JP)