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UK Discards 6 Million Vapes Weekly Despite Single-Use Ban

Primul articol: 27 mar. 2026, 08:00 | Ultima actualizare: 27 mar. 2026, 08:00 | 1 sursa | 1 articol
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A recent study has uncovered that the UK is discarding more than 6 million vapes and pods every week, even with the implementation of a ban on single-use vapes. This alarming figure underscores the difficulties in curbing vape waste and its environmental impact. The discarded vapes contribute to plastic pollution and potentially release harmful chemicals into the environment.

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The Guardian English Sarah Marsh Consumer affairs correspondent 27 mar. 2026, 08:00 (acum 4 ore)

More than 6m vapes and pods discarded weekly in UK despite single-use ban, study finds

Number fell 23% year on year in 2025 but waste companies say recycling systems still under strain from sheer volumeMore than 6m vapes and vape pods are still being discarded every week in the UK, with waste management companies warning the sheer volume continues to strain recycling systems despite the ban on disposable e-cigarettes.According to research by the recycling campaign group Material Focus, the 6.3m vapes and pods thrown away each week in 2025 represented a 23% reduction from the previ

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