where to dispose and recycle disposable vapes

Disposable vape recycling company

Disposable vapes, such as Elfbar, Geekbar, and Lost Mary, have gained popularity as an alternative to traditional cigarettes, but they can have a negative impact on the environment if not properly disposed of. These devices, which are designed to be used for a short period of time and then thrown away, contribute to the growing problem of pollution and waste in landfills.

One of the main concerns with disposable vapes is the volume of waste they create. These devices are made of a variety of materials, including plastic and metal, which can take hundreds of years to break down in a landfill.

In addition to the waste they create, disposable vapes can also release harmful chemicals into the environment when they are disposed of improperly. Disposable vapes contain a variety of chemicals, including nicotine and heavy metals, which can leach into soil and water sources, leading to contamination.

One way to help reduce the negative impact of disposable vapes on the environment is to recycle them through companies like SMS Recycling. SMS Recycling is a company that specializes in the responsible disposal and recycling of electronic waste, including disposable vapes. By recycling these devices through SMS Recycling, the materials used to make them can be repurposed and reused, reducing the need for new resources to be extracted and processed.

Lithium Ion Battery Disposal and recycling

In addition to recycling the materials used to make disposable vapes, it's important to also recycle the lithium-ion batteries found in these devices. Lithium-ion batteries are used in a variety of electronic devices, including disposable vapes, and are known for their high energy density and long shelf life. However, when disposed of improperly, these batteries can release harmful chemicals into the environment, leading to contamination.

By recycling the lithium-ion batteries found in disposable vapes through SMS Recycling, we can help reduce the amount of waste and pollution in our landfills and protect the environment. By properly disposing of these batteries, we can also help conserve resources and reduce the demand for new batteries to be produced, which can have a significant positive impact on the environment.

Who is SMS RECYCLING?

We offer collections from Surrey and the following areas, Camberley, Aldershot, Farnborough, Chertsey, Egham, Sutton, Kingston, Kent, Horley, Esher, Farnham, Godalming, Godstone, Guildford, Redhill, Leatherhead, Surbiton, Wembley, Croydon, Bromley, Catford, Lewisham, Lightwater, Deepcut, Yateley, Wallington, East Molesey, Cranleigh, Dorking, Epsom, Weybridge, Richmond, Reigate, Hindhead, Cheam.

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Don't hesitate to get in contact with us

Our dedicated team member will help assist you with instant communication via our Telephone - 01276 20916 or Email - Info@smsrecycling.co.uk