Citing pollution concerns, Ventura County legislator proposes statewide ban on disposable vapes KCLU Officials issue warning after widely sold products cause major fires: 'Serious consequences' Vape waste isn't just litterit's pollution. When vapes are tossed, they don't disappear. They break down into microplastics and toxic chemicals that can enter our waterwaysharming wildlife, pets, and people. We're proud J&B Recycling Why are vapes bad for the environment? This Earth Day , it's not just about what we use. It's about what we leave behind. Vapes don't disappear. They turn into plastic pollution, toxic chemicals, and e waste that can harm Vapes contribute to toxic waste and harm the environment