Life cycle assessment: Toxic waste in hand: That's how much smokers really damage the environment. Even with e-cigarettes

The Germans are smoking more often again - because of Corona, as was recently read.

Life cycle assessment: Toxic waste in hand: That's how much smokers really damage the environment. Even with e-cigarettes

The Germans are smoking more often again - because of Corona, as was recently read. The stress of the pandemic apparently tempts many people to seek relaxation with a cigarette. According to research, their number has increased by a quarter. Above all, ex-smokers who had already made the jump had relapsed.

For well-known reasons, this is not good news for their health. What often goes unmentioned: The new addiction to smoke also has significant consequences for the climate and the environment.

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