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Tennessee Environmental Council ​Our Mission: Helping People and Communities Improve Our Environment For All We are not a government agency. We are a nonprofit organization.

Our Mission: Helping People and Communities Improve Our Environment

​Our Vision: Thriving Habitats, a Circular Economy, and Climate Balance in Tennessee

Registration is officially OPEN for Session 3! 🌍 Achieving a balanced climate is vital for resilient communities, strong...
10/08/2026

Registration is officially OPEN for Session 3!

🌍 Achieving a balanced climate is vital for resilient communities, strong local economies, and public health across Tennessee.

Join us for the final evening of our 2026 Policy & Practice Forum: Climate Balance.

🗓️ Date: Wednesday, November 18
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM CT
📍 Where: Online via Zoom (FREE)

Explore regional policy options, clean energy transitions, and community action steps with our panel of environmental strategists.

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1krKhXxbSiuilEYlthckYQ

The Recycling Roundup in McMinnville, Tennessee, that was supposed to take place this Saturday, October 10th has been ca...
10/08/2026

The Recycling Roundup in McMinnville, Tennessee, that was supposed to take place this Saturday, October 10th has been cancelled due to inclement weather.

Please join us for another roundup and stay tuned for a new date!

Will you help us spread the word?

Thank you for your understanding and thank you for recycling!

10/08/2026

Due to bad weather predicted this weekend, TEC and partners have made the hard decision to cancel the Recycling Roundup in McMinnville Tennessee this Saturday, October 10th.

Hold on to your recycling ♻️ and stay tuned for a new date! You can also check our website for other recycling roundups to bring your materials to. (Tectn.org)

Thank you for your understanding and stay safe out there! -TEC team

Registration is officially OPEN for Session 2! 🔄 How do we move Tennessee from a throwaway culture to a thriving, zero-w...
10/08/2026

Registration is officially OPEN for Session 2!

🔄 How do we move Tennessee from a throwaway culture to a thriving, zero-waste economy?

Join us for Session 2 of our 2026 Policy & Practice Forum: Circular Economy.

🗓️ Date: Wednesday, November 11
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM CT
📍 Where: Online via Zoom (FREE)

Dive into conversations with waste diversion experts and policy advocates covering responsible recycling policies, organic waste, composting, and community-scale solutions.

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_G6L67k8ORM25Gi1zc_ZZHQ

Registration is officially OPEN for Session 1! 🌿 Tennessee’s mountain ridges, vital waterways, and native ecosystems sus...
10/08/2026

Registration is officially OPEN for Session 1!

🌿 Tennessee’s mountain ridges, vital waterways, and native ecosystems sustain our health and communities.

Join us virtually for the first session of our 2026 Policy & Practice Forum: Thriving Habitats.

🗓️ Date: Wednesday, November 4
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM CT
📍 Where: Online via Zoom (FREE)

Hear directly from conservation leaders and policy experts on state legislation affecting Tennessee’s land and waters, plus practical strategies for native habitat preservation in your community.

Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_x3qhf3BBQEWMRBfu-U7P4g

10/07/2026

Small bees, big impact—every native bee has an important role in our gardens. Adopt a TEC pollinator garden to ensure a safe future for local pollinators!

Comment "Garden" to learn more!

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10/07/2026

Recycling isn’t just about sorting glass and aluminum—it’s about passing down the habits that keep our communities clean and green! ♻️✨

Local volunteer mom Heather Murphy shares why she loves bringing her two young sons along to a TEC Recycling Roundup. For her, it’s all about hands-on learning and showing the next generation why caring for our planet matters. 🌎💚

Want to join us for the next one?

🗓 Saturday, October 10th | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 McMinnville, TN
👥 All are welcome to attend or volunteer!

💬 Comment “YES” below and we’ll send you the link to sign up for a volunteer shift!

Volunteer details: Open to ages 10+. Ages 10–15 must be accompanied by a guardian. Ages 16–17 need a parent/guardian signature on the waiver.

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Join us for the Nissan Recycling Roundup in Decherd! ♻️✨ Bring your recyclables and donated goods to support local nonpr...
10/06/2026

Join us for the Nissan Recycling Roundup in Decherd! ♻️✨

Bring your recyclables and donated goods to support local nonprofits across Tennessee.
📍 Where: Nissan Decherd Powertrain Assembly Plant (Gate 5)
📅 When: Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
🎟️ Cost: FREE & open to all Tennessee residents!

Check out the flyer for details on accepted items, or scan the QR code in the graphic to see the full list!

From our friends at Memphis Community Against Pollution :Alert: Rally & Vote for Data Center RegulationTomorrow October ...
10/06/2026

From our friends at Memphis Community Against Pollution :

Alert: Rally & Vote for Data Center Regulation
Tomorrow October 6th the Memphis City Council will make the final determination by voting for a 12-month moratorium on hyper scale data centers' zoning approvals.

We need YOU to show up, because only PEOPLE POWER will ensure a victory! We deserve our human right to clean air, clean water, and a healthy environment.

In Solidarity,
KeShaun Pearson

10/05/2026

Our C.E.O. Jeffrey Barrie has been selected as a finalist for C.E.O. of the Year at the 2026 Salute to Excellence Awards! While the official awards ceremony is still around the corner, we already feel like winners every single day. Under Jeffrey’s visionary leadership, dedication, and unwavering commitment to our mission, Tennessee Environmental Council continues to create lasting, positive impact across our state.

We would love for you to come out and celebrate alongside us! Join nonprofit leaders, community influencers, and changemakers as we honor the leadership, impact, and innovation powering Middle Tennessee’s nonprofit community.

🗓️ Event Details
Date: October 27, 2026
Location: Music City Center
Schedule:

* 10:30 AM – Registration & Networking

* 11:00 AM – Ballroom Doors Open

* 11:15 AM – Program Begins

* 1:00 PM – Program Concludes

🎟️ Ticket & Registration Information
Standard Pricing (Through Oct. 16): $125 Members | $175 Non-members

⚠️ Final Registration Deadline: October 16, 2026

Comment “TIX” to connect, network, and help us cheer on Jeffrey and all the remarkable finalists making a difference in our region.

Congratulations to all the nominees on this well-deserved recognition! 👏✨



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