Disposable vapes, which make up the majority of e cigarette sales in the US, are a significant pollution concern as nearly half a million vapes are thrown away every day. It comes as How to Safely Dispose of E Cigarettes: Information for Individuals US EPA Vapes don't just end up as waste, they're becoming a serious safety risk. This graphic shows the reality behind the growing vape problem in the UK: 1,200 fires linked to Disposable Vape Ban Leads Britons to Throw Away Reusables Instead Bloomberg Most young users put disposable e cigarettes in trash, creating huge streams of toxic and hazardous waste, as companies fail to take responsibility Don't Toss That E Cig: Vaping Waste Is A Whole New Headache For Schools And Cities KFF Health News