City Council Launches e-cigarette Recycling Pilot in Australia

Mar.31
City Council Launches e-cigarette Recycling Pilot in Australia
Hobsons Bay Council launches e-cigarette recycling pilot program to address health and environmental concerns, urging community participation.

Key Points:

  • The Hobsons Bay City Council in Australia has launched an e-cigarette recycling pilot program, which is set to run until April 17th.
  • In response to the health and environmental issues surrounding e-cigarettes in the community, the pilot program will be implemented at designated locations.
  • The city council is calling on residents to actively participate in the pilot program to enhance public awareness of environmental protection.

According to a report by Miragenews on March 31st, the Hobsons Bay City Council in Australia has launched a pilot program for the recycling of e-cigarettes in order to reduce their impact on the environment.

 

The city council is encouraging residents to safely dispose of used e-cigarettes at the Altona Library or Newport Community Centre. This pilot program will continue until April 17th.

 

According to a waste report from the Australian Clean Organization, improper disposal of e-cigarettes is on the rise nationwide. In 2024, over 30% of survey points were found to have e-cigarette waste, an increase of nearly 8% compared to 2023.

 

This pilot program aims to provide clear guidelines for handling, while also recovering valuable materials from the devices, including copper, plastic, and metal.

 

Quotes attributable to Mayor of Hobsons Bay, Cr Daria Kellander:

 

"Vapes have unfortunately become an ongoing issue for the community, with their disposal just one of many concerns with the devices. This trial provides a judgement-free way for community members to safely dispose of their vapes."

 

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