Vape disposal

NSW takes the lead on vape disposal as national progress stalls

A clear path toward the safe disposal of embedded batteries appears no closer after the December Environment Ministers Meeting concluded without any notable national action. Within a day of the meeting, EPA NSW confirmed the introduction of legislation in the new year to address the issue. While a welcome step, it is far from the anticipated national solution required to deal with embedded batteries, including those found in disposable vapes, a solution desperately needed by the industry and public alike. Vape disposal was one of the key issues. Read More