Environment

$21 Million in Grants Announced for Parks & Recreation

TDEC's Office of Outdoor Recreation announces over $21 million in grants for 27 communities.

Henry County Hosts Hazardous Waste Collection Service

Henry County to host hazardous waste collection event on August 17.
Tennessee Launches Office of Outdoor Recreation
Tennessee establishes an Office of Outdoor Recreation to boost conservation and outdoor access.
Adult-Sized Changing Tables Added to Tennessee State Parks
Tennessee State Parks enhance accessibility with adult-sized changing tables at five additional parks.
$1.42 Million Loan for Ripley Water Improvements
Tennessee announces a $1.42 million loan to improve Ripley's water infrastructure.
Tennessee Allocates $5.7 Million Loan for McMinnville Water Infrastructure
Tennessee announces a $5.7 million loan for McMinnville to improve its water infrastructure.
High School Contest Explores Water Scarcity Solutions
High school students are invited to envision a day without water and propose solutions.
Murfreesboro Files Lawsuit Over Middle Point Landfill
Murfreesboro City Council has authorized a federal lawsuit to address environmental issues at Middle Point Landfill.
Court Upholds Denial of Landfill Expansion Application
Davidson County court supports the denial of BFI's landfill expansion application.
TDEC Announces Significant Brownfield Redevelopment Grants
TDEC awards $718,757 for brownfield remediation projects across Tennessee.