How to properly dispose of cooking oil so it won't damage your pipes or the environment

Pouring cooking oil down the drain can clog pipes and drains. The best way to get rid of it is to seal it in a container and throw it in the trash.
WFMY News2

NO! Don't pour any amount of grease down the drain. Instead, you need to can it.

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Cooking is the focus, but don't let the meal cost you big bucks with a plumbing issue or sewage backup. Last year, fats, oil, and grease caused nearly 15% of blockages and overflows ...
The Indianapolis Star

Fatty holiday foods are clogging your sewer pipes. Here's how to keep from costly repairs.

The holidays are a time for indulgent foods: Gravy, fatty meats, baked treats and more. These foods may be central to a traditional holiday feast, but can cause major problems with clogging pipes — ...