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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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How To Help End Littering In Tennessee
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
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Everyone can fight littering with Nobody Trashes Tennessee
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
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Williamson Home Page: TDOT launches next phase of ‘Nobody Trashes Tennessee’ litter prevention campaign
The Tennessee Department of Transportation is launching the next phase of Nobody Trashes Tennessee, the state’s official litter prevention campaign. Read More
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Cannon Courier: TDOT Launches Next Phase Of Nobody Trashes Tennessee
Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) continues its mission to prevent and reduce litter statewide by launching the next phase of Nobody Trashes Tennessee (NTT), the state’s official litter prevention campaign. Read More