In case you needed some inspiration to quit vaping in the new year Vape waste creates huge environmental issues: Increase in single use plastics Increase in plastic pollution Increase in tech Disposable vapes, which make up the majority of e cigarette sales in the US, are a significant pollution concern as nearly half a million vapes are thrown away every day. It comes as A toxic, plastic problem: E cigarette waste and the environment Officials issue warning after widely sold products cause major fires: 'Serious consequences'