How to Throw Away Disposable Vapes: What You Need to Know Vapeteach Dumpster diver shares photos after finding 'weirdly shaped items' in local bin: 'It's a shame' Myth: It's just one vape, the bin is fine. Fact: Every disposable vape contains a battery and electronics that can leak hazardous substances and spark fires if dumped with general waste. With How to Safely Dispose of E Cigarettes: Information for Individuals US EPA This World Environment Day, remember: There's NO good way to recycle vapes. They end up in landfills and waterways, harming our planet and our future. Vapes are trash Americans throw away 5.7 disposable vape pens every second. That's 500,000 per day or 182 million per year! Fortunately, Shawnee County Solid Waste has a few locations where you can responsibly dispose