Chapter
Tackling Cigarette Butt Littering
31:18 - 34:41 (03:23)
Despite being a common form of littering, cigarette butts can have harmful effects on the environment. Many individuals who wouldn't typically litter are guilty of discarding cigarette butts improperly, making it an issue worth addressing.
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Littering is a serious offense and can result in jail time for individuals who dump for commercial purposes such as junk haulers.
31:18 - 33:16 (01:58)
Littering
Summary
Littering is a serious offense and can result in jail time for individuals who dump for commercial purposes such as junk haulers. In 2009, a study revealed that there were over 51 billion pieces of litter on America's roadways, highlighting the need for better enforcement of littering laws.
ChapterTackling Cigarette Butt Littering
EpisodeLittering: Not Cool
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Cigarette butts are the most commonly littered part of tobacco products, and people justify throwing them out due to the lack of ashtrays or smell.
33:16 - 34:41 (01:25)
Tobacco
Summary
Cigarette butts are the most commonly littered part of tobacco products, and people justify throwing them out due to the lack of ashtrays or smell. The impact of tobacco products on the environment is also discussed.