High atop Mount Paiko, where a dense forest of chestnut trees spans approximately 4,500 acres, crystal-clear waters renowned for their purity emerge. From this atmospheric and beautiful region, straddling the borders of Pella and Kilkis, spring pristine waters. Originating from the rich Valeratsi and Gardinia springs in Kilkis, these waters, with their balanced hardness, pH of 8, low sodium content, and natural qualities, reach our glasses under the Paiko Waters Macedonia label, offering all the benefits needed for balanced and proper hydration.
The exceptional quality of Paiko Waters is attributed to their unique physicochemical composition, confirmed by studies from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and the Hellenic Geological and Mining Authority. However, the company stands out for another reason: its bottling and packaging occur at Greece’s first carbon-neutral plant.
To ensure the water’s quality remains unchanged, Paiko Waters has established a cutting-edge facility in Kilkis that adheres to all international quality and innovation standards. Strict protocols and management standards are followed to bottle and package water of superior quality, as nature intended. The company invests in state-of-the-art equipment and a specialized scientific and labor force, continuously upgrading its infrastructure to keep pace with technological advancements.
Committed to keeping the environment as pristine as the water in its elegant bottles, Paiko Waters Macedonia employs recycling and waste management systems and implements measures to ensure excellent working conditions. Sustainability and environmental protection are at the core of the brand’s philosophy, as is the promotion of gentle, sustainable regional development and local heritage.
These efforts have earned the brand’s facility the prestigious Carbon Neutral certification, making it the first carbon-neutral industrial plant in Greece. This milestone is highly symbolic, representing a shift towards an environmentally friendly approach in the country’s industrial sector.
Understanding Carbon Neutral and ClimatePartner
The Carbon Neutral certification proves that a company’s, product’s, service’s, or event’s carbon footprint has been measured according to the ClimatePartner protocol. To balance the environmental impact of a given activity, such as product manufacturing, the responsible party funds a certified environmental project, thus offsetting the “damage” caused.
In this framework, Paiko Waters Macedonia has reduced its factory’s emissions in Kilkis through ecological practices, including solar panels and reduced transportation emissions. Any unavoidable emissions have been counterbalanced by funding projects that reduce or eliminate global emissions. This achievement positions Paiko Waters as the first in Greece to obtain carbon-neutral certification, making its water the first to be bottled and packaged in a zero-carbon footprint facility.
This significant certification is the result of a comprehensive Corporate Social Responsibility strategy that prioritizes both people and the environment. Paiko Waters Macedonia contributes to local development through evolving investment programs and supports local sports events, social initiatives, non-profit projects, and cultural activities. Thus, their bottles not only contain pure water but also embody a perfect balance between the natural environment and humanity.
Paiko Waters’ success in international markets is no accident, with a strong presence in 25 countries worldwide where quality and taste are recognized by consumers. Through its achievements, the company lays a solid foundation for its activities to not only avoid harming the planet but to actively contribute to its sustainability, ensuring a safe future for generations to come.
