Division of Stakeholder Engagement

The Division of Stakeholder Engagement team at their 2025 annual staff meeting

Division of Stakeholder Engagement Team

Mission Statement

To engage and empower stakeholders to conserve and protect the environment and quality of life in Tennessee.

Value Statement

Division of Stakeholder Engagement engages and empowers stakeholders through clear communication with a focus on customers, sustainability, resourceful problem solving, and leading by example.

2025 Annual Report

Click the button below to view the Division of Stakeholder Engagement's (DSE) 2025 Annual Report. 

Materials Management Program Update

Effective August 1, TDEC’s Materials Management program will become part of the Division of Stakeholder Engagement.

This alignment strengthens TDEC’s stakeholder-focused support for waste reduction, recycling, solid waste planning, technical assistance, market development, and funding opportunities across Tennessee. It will also strengthen TDEC’s ability to support local governments, businesses, development districts, nonprofits, and other partners.

Materials Management programs and services will continue without change. Additional information will be shared soon, including opportunities for stakeholder meetings and engagement.

Programs

Click this image to view the Office of External Affairs' excerpt from the 2025 Annual Report.
Office of External Affairs Excerpt from DSE Annual Report 2025
Click this image to view the Sustainable Practices' excerpt from the 2025 Annual Report
Office of Sustainable Practices Excerpt from DSE Annual Report 2025
Click this image to view the Small Business Environmental Assistance Program's excerpt from the 2025 Annual Report
Small Business Environmental Assistance Program Excerpt from DSE Annual Report 2025