Less than two kilometers from our production facility in Acatlán de Juárez, Jalisco, Mexico, lies an ecological treasure: Lake Atotonilco (Laguna de Atotonilco). Designated as a wetland of international importance under the RAMSAR Convention, it hosts more than 250 species of migratory birds and is vital to the region's hydrological balance. However, this precious ecosystem was under severe threat.

An Ecosystem Under Threat
Over the years, eutrophication and sediment accumulation gradually clogged the irrigation canal networks that feed the lagoon. The consequences of this blockage were twofold and dramatic:

• An Ecological Disaster: Deprived of its water supply, the lake's water levels plummeted to a critical low, threatening endemic flora and fauna.
• A Severe Social Impact: During the rainy season, the diverted water triggered severe and recurring local flooding, endangering homes and the livelihoods of communities in Acatlán and Villa Corona.

50 Kilometers of Action
True to our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) approach and our "It’s all about doing" philosophy, Saverglass stepped up. In close partnership with JIMAL (the local public environmental management agency) and AmCham Guadalajara, we funded a major project: the restoration and clearing of 50 kilometers of irrigation canals. 20 employees from our plant personally stepped up and volunteered their time to actively participate in the cleanup operations.

This massive undertaking required deploying heavy machinery to clear the waterways and reconnect the upper watersheds directly back to the lagoon.

Concrete Benefits for Nature & People
Today, this historical intervention is bearing fruit, proving that targeted industrial action can revitalize a territory. The results speak for themselves:

• Community Safety: A 90% reduction in local flooding risks, protecting over 142,000 regional inhabitants.
• Water Resource Security: Stabilized lake water levels guaranteed for years to come, securing the local economy driven by sustainable fishing and traditional Tule craftsmanship.
• A Preserved Sanctuary: The restoration of a viable habitat for more than 20,000 migratory waterfowl.

At Saverglass, the elegance and excellence of our bottles go hand in hand with our environmental stewardship. By protecting Lake Atotonilco, we reaffirm our core commitment: to protect natural resources and support communities wherever we operate.