revalyu
revalyu built and commercialized the world’s first breakthrough chemical full glycolysis recycling plant in Nashik, India. It currently employs over 300 people. Used PET bottles are first converted into sustainable monomers, then filtered to remove all impurities before being re-polymerized. The result is a very pure sustainable PET polymer (Ester) which can used to directly replace PET polymers produced from petrochemicals. At present the company sells recycled PET pellets and filament yarns to over 60 repeats customers in over 15 countries.
revalyu has commercialized a groundbreaking, innovative PET recycling technology for plastic bottles, transforming single-use plastics from waste to a valuable resource. By adopting this revolutionary process, discarded plastic bottles can be recycled efficiently and effectively and returned to the material cycle.
As the global consumption of plastic bottles rises, currently standing at approximately 1.8 billion discarded bottles daily, the importance of recycling is more crucial than ever. Revalyu's mission is to recycle as many used plastic bottles as possible, saving around 15,000 barrels of oil per day and preventing the release of 22,000 kg of CO2 emissions. Since 2015, the company has recycled over 6.6 billion plastic bottles.
Revalyu's innovative PET recycling process employs a unique method to break down used plastic PET bottles into sustainable esters or monomers. These monomers directly substitute conventional oil-derived counterparts, serving as the foundation for manufacturing various PET-based products, including polyester textiles, PET bottles, films, and sustainable packaging.
Designed to minimize the unwanted side effects of traditional depolymerization processes, Revalyu's low-temperature glycolysis technology relies on mono-ethylene glycol (MEG) as the chemical solvent. MEG is an integral component of polyester, ensuring that no toxic or non-compatible chemicals are introduced in the process. With this advanced PET recycling solution, Revalyu is prepared to roll out its technology on a global scale, supporting a more sustainable future.
“The recycling process is unique and provides our customers with high-quality polyester products made from recycled material. We have commercialized an innovative technology that is positioning revalyu as a leading global brand in polyester recycling.”
- Vivek Tandon, Founder of revalyu -
“At revalyu, we are transforming the way PET recycling impacts the world. By implementing our advanced chemical recycling technology, we not only reduce the reliance on virgin resources but also significantly cut carbon emissions. This creates a dual benefit—minimizing environmental footprints while driving economic growth by fostering advanced industries and generating new jobs. Our process exemplifies how innovation can lead the charge toward a circular economy, ensuring a more responsible future for all.”
- Jan van Kisfeld, Managing Director of revalyu -
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