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How to Use and Dispose of Disposable vape in an Eco-friendly Way
Figures on the UK's main waste problems
Each year, over 30 million tonnes of rubbish are collected from UK streets, enough to fill four Wembley Stadiums. According to Defra government data*, the act of fly-tipping alone increased by 16% in just the past year.
Globally, cigarette litter is the most commonly found type of garbage. According to the latest government data, the top litter item in the UK is small pieces of plastic and polystyrene (215 items per 100 meters), followed by cigarette stubs (46 per 100 meters), and food packets (39 per 100 meters).
In recent years, disposable e-cigarettes have become increasingly popular. They are entry-level products that are easy to use and have a lower one-time cost, making them particularly appealing to smokers looking to transition to vaping.
However, among all the available e-cigarette products, disposable e-cigarettes are the most challenging to handle responsibly, as they generate plastic waste and battery waste. When they end up in landfills, they can also leak heavy metals, battery acid, and nicotine into the environment. Proper disposal of batteries is crucial - either through battery collection boxes in communities across the UK or in the battery disposal boxes provided by Vape Club at our headquarters for customers.
Considering all the factors, conventional disposable e-cigarettes are not the most environmentally friendly vaping option. However, the industry is taking steps to make it more sustainable. For example, the Riot Squad Q Bar disposable e-cigarette offered by Vape Club is fully recyclable.
There are also various alternatives to disposable e-cigarettes that are more environmentally friendly.
An environmentally friendly alternative to disposable vape