A new podcast episode explores why 94% of Americans view litter as a major problem even as national rates decline.
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From Highways to Coastlines: New Research Uncovers the True Scope of Litter in America
Listen to this podcast episode exploring the methodology, data collection, and key insights behind the Keep America Beautiful 2026 National Litter Study.
National Secure Your Load Day on June 6 Marks 10 Years of Raising Awareness About Preventable Roadway Hazards
According to the Keep America Beautiful 2026 National Litter Study, an estimated 454 million pieces of roadway litter are linked to unsecured loads.
Counting 35 Billion Pieces of Litter: Digging into the Keep America Beautiful 2026 National Litter Study
Behind the stats: a revealing look at what’s working—and where urgent action is still needed.
New Study Shows Litter Declining Across America – Down 34% Since 2020
But 35 Billion Pieces Remain: Progress Report Reveals What’s Working and Where Urgent Action Is Still Needed
Keep America Beautiful to Award Up to $375K in Grants to Combat Cigarette Litter
Keep America Beautiful® is accepting applications for the 2024 Cigarette Litter Prevention Program (CLPP) Grants. The initiative aims to reduce the amount of cigarette waste disposed of in public spaces and waterways through collection and recycling.
August 2023 Affiliate of the Month – Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful
Introducing our August 2023 Affiliate of the Month, Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful (KPB), recognized for their 2021 Keep America Beautiful® Innovation Award, celebrating their innovative partnerships and programs in support of our mission. Congratulations to KPB for their exceptional dedication to our cause!
Keep the Tennessee River Beautiful Receives State Recycling Award for Cigarette Litter Prevention Project with Dollywood
Keep the Tennessee River Beautiful wins ‘2023 Nonprofit Recycler of the Year’ for their Dollywood partnership, recycling 350,000 cigarette butts since 2021.