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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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Boy Scouts of America partners with Nobody Trashes Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – April 2, 2024 – Tennessee Department of Transportation’s (TDOT) Nobody Trashes Tennessee (NTT) litter prevention campaign has once again expanded its youth group partnerships. All six Boy Scouts of America councils serving Tennessee have joined with Nobody Trashes Tennessee to offer scouts the opportunity to earn a Nobody Trashes Tennessee patch. Boy Scouts of […] Read More
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Why Volunteering in Nature is Important for Your Mental and Physical Health
There is no doubt that Tennessee has a host of beautiful scenery, from mountains to rivers, lakes to forests. In fact, according to the Tennessee Department of Agriculture, Tennessee forests cover approximately 52% of the state. Unfortunately, our land and rivers have been contaminated with all manners of trash, from fast food containers to improperly […] Read More
Image of Multi-Platinum Country Music Star Chris Janson Teams Up With Nobody Trashes Tennessee
Multi-Platinum Country Music Star Chris Janson Teams Up With Nobody Trashes Tennessee
Conservationist is on a mission to ensure state’s natural resources are thriving for future generations NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Feb. 1, 2023 – Country music star Chris Janson is on a mission to help keep Tennessee beautiful for generations to come. In addition to earning a reputation as one of country music’s most energetic live performers, […] Read More
Image of How to Recycle Your Cigarette Butts So They Don’t End Up On Roadways
How to Recycle Your Cigarette Butts So They Don’t End Up On Roadways
Do you know what the most littered item is in Tennessee? According to the latest littering study by Keep America Beautiful, cigarette butts remain the most commonly littered item in the United States. They make up nearly 20% of all litter. The 2021 report estimates that over 9.7 billion cigarette butts, e-cigarettes, vape pens and […] Read More
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The Top Roadside Litter Laws You Should Know in Tennessee (VIDEO)
From the mountains to rivers, lakes and highways, it’s hard to stumble on an area that hasn’t been impacted by the effects of litter. There is no doubt that littering is a significant problem and that it can impact our roadways, waterways and harm Tennessee plants and wildlife. For litterbugs in Tennessee, there are enormous […] Read More