The Tennessee Department of Transportation’s (TDOT) Nobody Trashes Tennessee litter prevention campaign announces its 5th Annual No Trash November. The month-long statewide initiative has set a goal to remove 75,000 pounds of litter from Tennessee’s roadways and waterways, encouraging Tennesseans to join or host cleanup events in their communities.
In recognition of the five-year milestone and TDOT’s litter prevention and education efforts through the Nobody Trashes Tennessee campaign, Governor Bill Lee has proclaimed November as No Trash November Month in the State of Tennessee. Once again, cities and counties across Tennessee will come together to host and support cleanup efforts throughout the month.
Since its launch in 2021, No Trash November has engaged thousands of volunteers through more than 480 cleanup events, removing nearly 250,000 pounds of litter across the state. In 2024, over 2,400 volunteers participated in more than 175 cleanup events, collecting a total of 69,000 pounds of litter.
“As we mark the fifth year of No Trash November, I’m proud of the unwavering commitment Tennesseans have shown in safeguarding the natural beauty of our state,” said TDOT Commissioner Will Reid, P.E. “Litter prevention isn’t just about keeping our roads clean—it’s about protecting the land, water, and wildlife that make Tennessee such a special place. We’re conserving what matters most and showing—without question—that Tennessee is not a place to be trashed.”
Read the full article as published Williamson County Source, Chattanoogan,WKRN
