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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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Adopt-A-Highway Groups Help End Littering in Tennessee
Every day, people across Tennessee make a difference with one shared goal: to keep our roadways clean, safe, and beautiful. Among these everyday environmental heroes are TDOT’s Adopt-A-Highway groups, a dedicated network of volunteers committed to litter prevention and community pride. Who Are Adopt-A-Highway Groups? Adopt-A-Highway groups are made up of volunteers from neighborhoods, workplaces, […] Read More
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How to Properly Dispose of Your Tires in Tennessee: Keeping Our Roads and Waterways Clean
Tires are a real problem when they’ve been abandoned along roadways or, even worse, when they’ve been dumped illegally. Tires often litter Tennessee roadways, and we want to help you understand how to dispose of them properly in the state. The Keep America Beautiful (KAB) 2020 National Litter Study identified that tires and tire treads […] Read More
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Volunteers needed for Adopt-A-Highway program in 32 counties
All Tennesseans play a role in keeping our state clean and safe Preventing and reducing litter not only helps protect the scenic beauty of Tennessee, but it also helps protects wildlife and water quality and helps maintain healthy and vibrant communities. As part of its mission to keep our roadways safe and clean, the Tennessee […] Read More
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Meet the New Characters in Talking Trash: The Movie
It’s an exciting new season for Talking Trash! With the first season of “Talking Trash: The Show” in the can, it’s time to introduce some new characters to help educate Tennesseans about how litter affects our state. Our new cast is sure to entertain while simultaneously annoying Red Plastic Cup and convincing everyone to join […] Read More