Environment

TDEC Offers Hazardous Waste Collection in Three Tennessee Counties

The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation will provide household hazardous waste collection in Hamblen, Lincoln, and Rutherford counties on April 6.

Public Notice on Air Pollution Source Permits

Applications for air pollution permits in Nashville are now open for public comment.
Tennessee’s SBEAP Awarded Top National Honor
Tennessee's environmental aid program for small businesses receives national recognition.
Dyersburg Receives $2.5 Million for Water Infrastructure
Dyersburg secures a loan to enhance its water system.
Rutherford County Offers Free Hazardous Waste Collection
Rutherford County to host a hazardous waste collection event on April 6, 2024.
TDEC Announces Third Annual Food Waste Prevention Week
TDEC sets April 1-7 for Food Waste Prevention Week with various activities.
Nashville Embraces Earth Hour with Mayor O’Connell
Mayor O'Connell leads Nashville in Earth Hour 2024 celebrations.
Health Advisory Issued for Mead’s Quarry Lake Due to Toxic Algae
Mead’s Quarry Lake at Ijams Nature Center is under a health advisory due to toxic algae.
Young Author Debuts Book at Murfreesboro Events
Kyndall Sain to present her book "A Rainy Day" at local community centers.
2022 Annual Water Quality Report Released Online
The 2022 water quality report confirms safe drinking water.