Vape recycling service launches in Elgin
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A NEW vape and e-cigarette recycling service has been launched in Elgin.
VPZ, the UK’s largest vaping retailer, has teamed up with WasteCare to launch the service.
Vapes contain lithium batteries and plastic that can cause harm to the local environment.
VPZ and WasteCare are committed to tackling the problem and have announced ambitions to responsibly recycle all kinds of vaping devices during 2023.
Doug Mutter, VPZ director, said: “We are excited to be launching this ground-breaking service with WasteCare to respond to an emerging environmental issue.
“Any form of littering is unacceptable. However, the proliferation of disposable vape use has led to single-use devices being discarded in local environments.
“Our partnership with WasteCare responds to this challenge head on."
The service is now live in the whole VPZ’s network of more than 150 stores throughout the UK, including Elgin.
It is open to all vapers, as anyone can visit a store and dispose safely of their vaping devices or e-cigarettes.
All recycling processes will be handled by WasteCare which will be responsible for safely collecting, treating, and recovering disposable vapes and reusable hardware devices.
The WasteCare Group was established in 1980. It is the UK’s largest independent recycling company, specialising in recovering value from hazardous and challenging waste streams.
“With the growing demand for vapes and e-cigarettes, we are delighted that VPZ is leading the way in providing a safe and environmentally sound way to tackle what is becoming a major challenge,” Peter Hunt, Managing Director of Wastecare said.
“Every vape contains a lithium battery and our plant is designed to safely recover the precious material from the vaping device, as well as the metal and plastic components in it.”
