The new strategy implements circular production techniques and eco-friendly materials to drive sustainability and drastically lower textile manufacturing waste.
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London, United Kingdom – November 2025
Rhysley, a trusted name in denim manufacturing, today announced its Zero-Waste Initiative. The program aims to cut production waste across all company facilities within the next three years.
Harpreet Randhawa, Founder of Rhysley, shared the news during a live press event this morning.
“We make a lot of denim. And denim production creates a lot of waste. That has to change,” said Randhawa. “This initiative is our promise to do better. We owe it to the communities we serve and the planet we share.”
The Zero-Waste Initiative will focus on three main areas.
First, Rhysley will recycle all fabric scraps. Small pieces of denim left over from cutting will be collected and turned into new products. These include bags, accessories, and insulation materials. Nothing usable will end up in landfills.
Second, the company will treat and reuse water from its dyeing processes. Denim production uses a lot of water. Rhysley plans to install new filtration systems at its manufacturing plants. The goal is to recycle 90 percent of water used in production by the end of 2026.
Third, Rhysley will switch to biodegradable packaging. All plastic wrapping and shipping materials will be replaced with plant-based alternatives. This change will start in the first quarter of next year.
Why This Matters
The fashion industry creates about 92 million tons of textile waste each year. Denim is one of the biggest contributors. A single pair of jeans can use up to 7,500 liters of water during production.
Randhawa said the numbers were hard to ignore.
“I’ve been in this business for over 10 years. I’ve seen how much we throw away. I’ve seen the water we pollute. It kept me up at night,” he said. “We can’t fix everything overnight. But we can start. And we are starting now.”
Rhysley has partnered with local recycling NGOs to handle fabric waste. The company also signed an agreement with a water technology provider based in Germany. This partnership will bring advanced filtration equipment to Rhysley’s plants.
The total investment for the initiative is estimated at $4.2 million over three years. Randhawa confirmed the company will fund this through existing resources. No price increases are planned for customers.
“We believe sustainability should not be a luxury,” Randhawa said. “Our buyers should not have to pay more just because we decided to do the right thing.”
The initiative includes training programs for all factory workers. Staff will learn new sorting and recycling methods. They will also receive education on water conservation practices.
Rhysley employs over 2,000 people across its facilities. Randhawa said employee buy-in was strong.
“Our team understands why this matters. Many of them live near our factories. They drink the same water. They breathe the same air. They want this to work just as much as we do.”
Rhysley plans to publish annual progress reports. These will track waste reduction, water savings, and other metrics. The first report is expected in early 2026.
The company also hinted at future plans. Solar panels may be installed at manufacturing sites by 2028. A program to collect and recycle old jeans from consumers is under consideration.
“This is just the beginning,” Randhawa said. “We want to prove that denim can be made responsibly. If we can do it, others can too.”
About Rhysley
Rhysley is a denim manufacturer based in India. The company produces jeans and denim fabric for brands across the world. Founded by Harpreet Randhawa, Rhysley has grown into one of the region’s leading producers. The company is known for quality products and fair labor practices.
Media Contact
Rhysley Communications Team
Email: info@rhysley.com
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