Tallinn is planning to install 42 e-cigarette waste collection containers across the capital to simplify separate collection and reduce the environmental risks associated with e-cigarettes<\/p>\n
From October last year to April this year, e-cigarette collection containers were piloted at two popular locations: in front of Kristiine Keskus and in Tammsaare Park.<\/p>\n
Based on the results of the survey and pilot project, these locations will be retained, and an additional 40 collection boxes will be installed across the city.<\/p>\n
“Collecting e-cigarettes as a separate waste stream helps reduce the risks and environmental impact associated with them entering the environment,” said Deputy Mayor Kristjan J\u00e4rvan (Isamaa).<\/p>\n
E-cigarette waste poses a fire risk due to friction and contains hazardous substances, which is why it must not be disposed of with mixed household waste.<\/p>\n
Before determining the locations of the new containers, a survey was conducted among adults and Tallinn youth aged 13\u201318 and the results showed the collection points should be located at bus stops, near shopping centers, and at train stops.<\/p>\n
E-cigarette waste can be handed over at e-cigarette retail locations, waste collection stations, and also at Tallinn’s e-cigarette collection points.<\/p>\n
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