E cigarettes: the new hazardous waste Together with partners, we have implemented an industry solution for the environmentally friendly disposal of e cigarettes. What happens when communities can't recycle e cigarettes? Don't Toss Your Vape in the Trash! Vapes and e cigarettes contain batteries and hazardous materials that can harm the environment and pose fire risks if not disposed of properly. Check out Not Just Another Puff Piece: The Impact of the E Cigarette Industry on Environment, Policy, and Health in the Philippines Parabukas