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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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Uncovering the Truth About Illegal Dumping in Tennessee
Abandoned appliances on back roads. Tires tossed into ditches. Construction debris piled on vacant lots. Illegal dumping is far more than a minor eyesore. The unauthorized disposal of large items like appliances, construction debris, and tires across Tennessee is a major issue for our state. It represents a significant environmental, public health, and economic challenge […] Read More
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5 Tips for Reducing Litter During Summer Festivals and Events
As summer approaches, the excitement of attending festivals and events is in the air. Although event organizers are striving to minimize litter and embrace sustainability, it’s inevitable that trash tends to accumulate when large crowds gather. In the spirit of creating a cleaner Tennessee, TDOT encourages you to be a part of the solution and […] Read More
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MTSU and Nobody Trashes Tennessee Team Up on 629 Day for Community Cleanup
Approximately 50 student athletes, coaches and staff to volunteer on June 29 MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Middle Tennessee State University is teaming up with Nobody Trashes Tennessee, Tennessee Department of Transportation’s official litter prevention campaign, for 629 day and help clean up the Stones River Greenway. “Our student-athletes, coaches and staff are proud to be part […] Read More
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Small Changes That Make a Big Difference for the Environment
From white-tailed deer to black bears, raccoons to eastern gray squirrels, Tennessee has an abundance of wildlife that call this state home. However, Tennessee is also home to an environmental problem that affects the state’s many species. According to TDOT/KTnBs’s 2022 Visible Litter Study, more than 88 million pieces of litter are estimated to exist […] Read More
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Get The Buzz: TDOT is on a Mission to Protect Our Pollinators
Pollinators play a critical role in our environment, working tirelessly to ensure the pollination of flowers, fruits, and vegetables. From the busy bees and graceful butterflies to the chirping birds and nocturnal bats, these remarkable creatures contribute to the maintenance of biodiversity, the production of food, and the delicate balance of our ecosystem. However, in […] Read More