Americans smoked fewer cigarettes in 2005 than at any time since 1951, yet cigarette butts remain the most littered item-in the U.S. and across the globe.¹

Dropping cigarette butts, matches, lighters, and packaging to the ground is littering.

Why do smokers litter?  Mostly, it’s limited ash receptacles and lack of awareness about the environmental impact.  New ordinances are also moving more smokers outdoors.

Here’s why cigarette litter matters: it's unsightly, costly to clean up, and harmful to waterways and wildlife.  Get the facts:

• The Costs of Cigarette Litter
• Cigarette Litter and the Environment
• Cigarette Littering Misconceptions

¹"Smoking in U.S. Declines Sharply," Washington Post, March 9, 2006; based on data provided by The American Legacy Foundation.