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Apr

Those Tiny, White Packets Littering European Cities Are Dangerous to Dogs and People

By Apesha Bhateja, Fodors Travel April 3, 2026- It was jarring to see white, little paper-like items stuck in the crevices of the cobblestone streets of Denmark, one of the cleanest countries in Europe. Aarhus, the coastal city on the east, is trendy and youthful, thanks to its effervescent international student community. But it was... View Article
01
Apr

Another reason to quit vaping? The environmental impact of e-cigarettes

By Truth Initiative April 1, 2026- There are many reasons why people want to quit vaping — physical and mental health, financial freedom, influence from family and friends, and more. Another reason that may motivate people to leave e-cigarettes behind? The huge environmental cost. The rise of disposable e-cigarettes Flavored, high-nicotine disposable e-cigarettes dominate the market, and... View Article
05
Feb

Gov. Kim Reynolds proposes raising tobacco taxes amid high cancer rates

By Robin Opsahl, Iowa Capital Dispatch February 5, 2026- Gov. Kim Reynolds announced Thursday she was introducing legislation that would increase taxes on cigarettes and tobacco products, institute a new tax on consumable hemp and vape products, in addition to other measures that she said will encourage healthier behaviors in Iowa. The governor spoke about... View Article
08
Dec

Vape recycling pilot launches in New York

By Deanne Toto, Waste Today December 8, 2025- The Center for Sustainable Materials Management (CSMM) at the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (SUNY ESF) and the Product Stewardship Institute (PSI) are partnering to launch the New York State E-Cigarette and Vaping Device Collection Program Pilot to explore solutions for... View Article
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23
Sep

Environment campaigners call for beach smoking ban

By Courtney Sargent and Olivia Copeland, BBC News September 23, 2025- There are calls for smoking to be banned on beaches in Guernsey after litter...
03
Jan

Tobacco companies to be billed for cleaning up cigarette butts in Spain

By Stephen Burgen, The Guardian January 3- Tobacco companies are to be forced to foot the bill for cleaning up the millions of cigarette ends...
21
Nov

City of Baltimore filing lawsuit against tobacco companies because of cigarette filter waste

By CBS Baltimore Staff, CBS News Baltimore November 21- The City of Baltimore is filing a lawsuit against tobacco companies for cigarette filter waste. City...