Ban the Butt: Why it’s time to stub out cigarette filters for good
Cigarettes make up around two-thirds of all litter, despite only 12% of people smoking. To protect the planet, steps need to be taken to address this issue.
Filters from cigarettes are a significant contributor to litter and pollution, washing into waterways, poisoning rivers, and affecting beaches and green spaces. Most filters are made of single-use plastic.
A growing campaign suggests using biodegradable filters, but these are not a solution. They absorb harmful chemicals like arsenic, lead, and nicotine, which then leach into the environment, posing a threat to marine and freshwater life.
Labelling them as ‘biodegradable’ risks encouraging more littering by giving smokers the false impression that they pose no risk to the environment.
Author's summary: Cigarette filters harm the environment.
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