Local manufacturer transforms tea industry waste into sustainable household products
Phoenix Industries, a leading designer and manufacturer of household products, has launched its groundbreaking “Revolution” product range, marking a significant milestone in Sri Lanka’s sustainable manufacturing landscape. The new collection transforms tea industry waste into durable, eco-friendly furniture and consumer goods, offering environmentally conscious consumers a truly local solution to sustainable living.
From Tea Gardens to Your Home
The Revolution range represents more than just new products – it’s a complete reimagining of how everyday household items can be created. Using Phoenix Industries’ proprietary Tea Base Composite (TBC) technology, the company has developed a unique manufacturing process that incorporates tea debris from Sri Lanka’s renowned tea industry into high-quality furniture and consumer goods.
“Sri Lanka is blessed with vast jungles, mountains, and one of the world’s largest tea industries,” explains a company spokesperson. “What many don’t realize is that this industry generates significant tea debris with valuable mechanical properties. We saw an opportunity to transform this waste into something beautiful and functional for Sri Lankan homes.”
The Revolution collection includes an extensive range of household essentials: chairs, coffee tables, laundry and dust bins, storage boxes, basins, flowerpots, and stools – all crafted using this innovative tea-based composite material.
Three Pillars of Change
Phoenix Industries’ commitment to sustainability extends beyond just using recycled materials. The company has built its Revolution range around three core environmental principles:
- Recycling Circularity & Closing the Loop: The company is passionate about recycling and has set an ambitious mission to eventually use only recycled materials in their manufacturing processes. The tea debris initiative represents the first major step toward this goal.
- Reducing Climate Footprint: Every product in the Revolution range is designed to minimize environmental impact. By incorporating tea waste, the company significantly reduces its reliance on virgin plastic resin while developing materials with a lower CO2 footprint.
- Protecting Biodiversity: Recognizing that healthy ecosystems depend on thriving oceans and forests, Phoenix Industries is committed to eliminating single-use plastics and harmful materials from their products, contributing to a cleaner, safer planet.
A Uniquely Sri Lankan Innovation
What makes the Revolution range particularly special is its deep connection to Sri Lankan heritage. The Tea Base Composite technology doesn’t just solve an environmental problem – it celebrates the island’s tea culture while creating economic value from what was previously considered waste.
This innovative approach positions Phoenix Industries as a pioneer in sustainable manufacturing, not just in Sri Lanka but potentially across the region. No other manufacturer currently uses this type of tea-based composite, making Phoenix Industries the first to commercialize this environmentally friendly technology.
The Future of Sustainable Living
The Revolution range arrives at a crucial time when consumers are increasingly seeking products that align with their environmental values. By choosing Revolution products, customers aren’t just furnishing their homes – they’re participating in a circular economy that reduces waste, supports local industry, and protects the environment for future generations.
“We believe that with no second planet, we must respect the environment through our products, processes, and operations,” the company states. “The Revolution range represents our commitment to inspiring future generations and creating a positive impact on our island home.”
Building Tomorrow, Today
Phoenix Industries positions the Revolution range as the foundation for a new era of eco-conscious manufacturing. This launch represents just the beginning of the company’s journey toward completely sustainable production, with plans to expand both the product range and the innovative materials used in future collections.
For environmentally conscious consumers ready to make the switch to sustainable household products, the Revolution range offers a practical way to reduce their environmental footprint without compromising on quality or style.
The Revolution range is now available for purchase. To explore the complete collection and learn more about Phoenix Industries’ sustainability initiatives, visit shop.phoenix.lk/product-category/revolution/
For more information about Phoenix Industries and the Revolution range, visit our showrooms in Welisara, Battaramulla, and Panadura.