More than fifty organizations and school leaders in Estonia have submitted an open appeal to government ministries, demanding a prohibition on disposable e-cigarettes by the year 2027. This initiative reflects growing health concerns regarding the use of e-cigarettes among the youth and the environmental impact of single-use vaping products. The push for a ban is supported by a recent public initiative that gathered over 2,000 signatures by the end of 2025, indicating wide public support for measures that could better safeguard children's health in Estonia.

The signature campaign was initiated in the fall of 2025 by the NGO Eesti Roheline Liikumine and musician Linalakk, as a response to alarming trends in youth vaping. The initiative not only advocates for health protection but also aims to address the waste generated by disposable vaping devices, which contribute to environmental pollution. Recent findings from an international study involving 37 countries highlighted Estonia's alarming position, showing that Estonian youth rank among the highest in Europe for e-cigarette usage, with particularly steep increases reported among girls. Furthermore, many young people are starting to vape at an exceptionally early age, with some as young as under 13 years old already trying e-cigarettes.

The implications of this increasing trend towards vaping are significant, posing potential long-term health risks for the youth and raising concerns about public health management in Estonia. As the appeal to ban e-cigarettes gains momentum, it may represent a critical turning point in how governments address youth vaping and environmental responsibilities. With growing public pressure, it remains to be seen how legislative bodies will respond to these calls and the effectiveness of future measures in curbing e-cigarette usage among young people in Estonia.