Britons Throw Away 5 Million Vapes a Week, Enough to Fill Loch Ness in Six Weeks

The UK throws away 5 million disposable vapes every week, creating fire and explosion risks. Retailers and manufacturers should promote recycling and improve product design.

According to a recent report by overseas media outlet ross-shirejournal, a new survey shows that the 5 million disposable vapes discarded each week in the UK would be enough to fill Scotland’s famous Loch Ness in less than six weeks. 

The study also found that these products pose environmental challenges because of the lithium-ion batteries inside them. The lithium-ion content can trigger fires or explosions, threatening both the environment and personal safety.