Don't bin that vape! The battery in a vape is a serious fire risk if it ends up in bin lorries or waste facilities when crushed or damaged it can Vapes don't just end up as waste, they're becoming a serious safety risk. This graphic shows the reality behind the growing vape problem in the UK: 1,200 fires linked to Dispose of Properly! Vape Pens and E Cigarettes use rechargeable batteries also known as lithium ion batteries. They MUST be disposed of properly. Throwing them away in your trash or recycling can cause Guy makes dodgy e bike from 130 used vapes to make point about e waste Ars Technica