The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) announced that $1.3 million in grants for solid waste management convenience centers and used automotive oil collection were approved for upgrades and recycling.
In our area, Morgan County received a Convenience Center Grant for just under $162,000 for an attendant building, electric, fencing, concrete, paving, and equipment.
Rhea County was awarded a Convenience Center Grant for more than $73,000 for 2 compactors and 4 receiver boxes.
Fentress County received a $6,450 Used Oil Collection Grant for an oil pump.
The convenience center grants are available for Tennessee counties that need financial assistance to replace and eliminate green boxes, establish new convenience centers in underserved areas, or upgrade existing sites. The main priorities of used automotive oil grants are for applicants looking to establish new public do-it-yourself automotive fluid collection sites in underserved areas, or funding to upgrade existing sites to promote education and recycling of used oil.