Alarm! Disposable E-cigarettes endanger the environment and health!

Alarm! Disposable E-cigarettes endanger the environment and health!

The popularity of e-cigarettes in Germany is increasing steadily, especially among young people. While smoking was previously considered harmful, many young people perceive e-cigarettes than less dangerous, especially the disposable variants. But many are not aware of the ecological problems associated with the consumption of these products. The waste consultants from the Stade district warn of the serious ecological consequences that result from the increasing consumption of disposable E-cigarettes.

disposable E cigarettes are not just chic gadgets, but contain batteries and special liquids. These products are designed to be thrown away after about 600 trains. There is no system to replace lithium-ion batteries, which makes it short-lived disposable items. Once used, they often end up in regular garbage, which can cause serious environmental damage. In the worst case, the lithium batteries can trigger fires even in garbage vehicles or recycling systems. This represents a significant security risk.

environmental damage due to incorrect disposal

wrong disposal is not the only problem. Many of these disposable vapes are often carelessly thrown onto the street. As a result, poisonous substances, including heavy metals, nicotine and microplastics, get into the environment. These fabrics not only burden nature, but also waste valuable raw materials. The waste consultants recommend relying on reusable products when buying. So you can protect resources in the sense of the circular economy.

less known is that e-cigarettes are considered electrical appliances and must therefore be disposed of separately. The symbol of the crossed -out garbage can on the packaging signals this. In activity, many compulsively young users get rid of their devices without knowing that they can hand over them free of charge in stores.

regulations for disposal in trade

The regulations for withdrawing electrical appliances are clearly defined. In Germany, like other electrical devices, e-cigarettes can be handed over free of charge via municipal acceptance points or in shops that sell these products. Dealers with more than 400 square meters of sales space for electrical devices are obliged to withdraw devices up to an edge length of 25 centimeters without the buyer having to buy a new product. Even large food retailers, including supermarkets or discounters, must fulfill this obligation if they offer e-cigarettes.

For information on reuse and recycling of electrical appliances, a brochure from the Office for Waste and Circular Economy of the Stade district is available. This provides comprehensive information about the handling of defective or functioning electronic devices and can be called up both as a print version and for download on the website Waste.landkreis-stade.de become.

The waste consultants appeal to all consumers to deal with their purchase decisions more consciously and to sharpen the environmental awareness. Not only the environment can protect the environment, but also contribute to reducing a waste of resources. In any case, awareness of the correct disposal and the range of return options should be actively used-not only for e-cigarettes, but also for other electrical appliances.