Why disposable vapes are becoming an environmental liability CBC News Where do disposable vapes end up when they're thrown away? ITV News More than 20 million vapes that were sold in Ireland last year were not returned for recycling. New figures from Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) found that in 20 counties, only 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 Did you know? About 5.7 vapes were TRASHED every second in 2023. Batteries in vapes can cause fires when you incorrectly dispose of them. Bring vapes to a Special Waste Drop off Wait! Don't throw your vape in the garbage! Vapes don't belong in the garbage or on the ground. They contain batteries and chemicals that can: Spark fires in the trash