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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.

Numerous kid-friendly cleanup events have been planned throughout April to help encourage environmental responsibility in our younger generation. These activities create opportunities for families to bond while empowering kids to impact their communities positively. Whether it’s picking up litter in parks, along riverbanks or somewhere else in your community, there’s something for everyone to get involved in. Read More
The spring initiative encourages all Tennesseans to participate in cleanup events in their communities to help keep roadways clean and safe, while also getting rewarded through the new Trash Masters Rewards program The Great American Cleanup brings together TDOT’s litter prevention partners, including Keep Tennessee Beautiful affiliates, youth groups, and individuals, that are working together […] Read More
The 652-mile Tennessee River has long defined our communities. It serves as a vital source of drinking water and electricity for many Tennesseans and generates much of our local economy through transportation of goods and tourism opportunities. Read More
We know you care about the environment and want to help end littering In Tennessee. You should also know that your dedication to environmental conservation is crucial to maintaining the natural charm of our state. There is no better time to do that than with No Trash November. There are four easy steps to getting […] Read More
Article by TDOT Commissioner Clay Bright Tennessee’s transportation system is recognized as one of the best in the nation. In July, CNBC’s annual study, “America’s Top States for Business,” ranked the state as fourth in the country for infrastructure. Tennessee’s 96,167 miles of public roads play an essential role in driving the economy and connecting communities and […] Read More
The Tennessee Department of Transportation is launching the next phase of Nobody Trashes Tennessee, the state’s official litter prevention campaign. Read More