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Learn about recent developments in Nobody Trashes Tennessee’s mission to end littering through our newsroom. While Tennessee has beautiful scenery, roadside litter remains a challenge. Stay informed about our litter-prevention campaigns and the steps Nobody Trashes Tennessee is taking to protect Tennessee’s natural beauty through the following articles.

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Reuse, Recycle, Repeat: Simple Tips for Recycling to Maximize Your Impact
Did you know the average American generates about 4.5 pounds of trash daily? Multiply that by the population of Tennessee, and it adds up to a staggering amount of waste. Worst of all, much of it ends up in landfills when a significant portion could have been recycled.  Plastic, aluminum, and glass take centuries to […] Read More
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The Psychology of Littering: Understanding the Why Behind the Mess and How to Stop It
Have you ever seen someone toss trash out their car window and thought, “Seriously?” Turns out, there’s science behind the madness. Let’s break down the psychology of litter and learn how we can help stop the cycle. The Trashy Truth – Why People Litter (Even When They Know Better) Litter is everywhere. Along Tennessee’s roadways, […] Read More
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7 Ways Cigarette Litter Can Greatly Impact the Environment
There are many types of litter, big and small, but cigarette litter is one of the most overlooked forms of waste. This is a significant issue that is often overlooked. According to Keep Knoxville Beautiful, worldwide, there are approximately 4.5 trillion discarded cigarette butts, which represents 18 billion every day!  Cigarette butts are among the […] Read More
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New Year Resolutions: 5 Small Changes That Make A Difference
As we usher in the New Year, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the small changes that make a difference in our daily lives to create a positive impact on the environment. One of the most pressing issues we face in Tennessee is littering, and the good news is that small changes in our […] Read More
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86,064 pounds of litter removed during TDOT’s 3rd Annual No Trash November
Initiative exceeded goal by more than 36,000 pounds 2,201 volunteers from 37 counties participated in 154 cleanups across the state NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Dec. 12, 2023 – More than 86,000 pounds of litter was removed from communities throughout Tennessee as part of the Tennessee Department of Transportation’s (TDOT) 3rd Annual No Trash November, a month-long initiative […] Read More
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Get on the Nice List with These 5 Ways to Reduce Litter
There is a lot to be excited about when it comes to winter in Tennessee: the frosty air and snow throughout many areas of the state. However, the accumulation of litter is not one of those exciting aspects. Finding ways to reduce litter during these colder months is a significant problem, especially with the holiday […] Read More